DOUBLE TERMINATED

    Double Terminated crystals are multi-functional; energy moves outward in either direction or in both directions concurrently. They have the capacity to draw or transmit energy through both ends. "Doubles" are excellent for astral projection and for dreaming - by placing them under your pillow at night and they can increase and intensify the dream state. They are also excellent for use in meditation.

    They can also be used to assist in providing one protection from mental and physical harm. Carrying a double terminated crystal can enable one to maintain ones energy shield.

    The symbolize patience and perseverance; this is quite important during healing situations.

    When the six faces of quartz join together to form a point, a terminated crystal is born. When both ends of a crystal join in this fashion, Double Terminated Crystals are created. These specialized crystals have the capacity to draw in as well as emanate out energy from either end of the crystal. By uniting the energies together in the central body of the crystal, a Double Terminated Crystal can then project that unified essence out from both ends. This blending of forces allows the Double Terminated Crystals grow in the center of softer clay. They know no limits or boundaries and have grown to completion on each of their polar ends. Double Terminated Crystals teach us that it is possible to be balanced in our dual expression of spirit and matter. They symbolize integration of both worlds into one single form, and show us that all polarities meet in the center. Double Terminated Crystals exude a sense of personal unity and are ideal to use with people who are mentally or emotionally unbalanced. By simply holding a Double Terminated Crystal in each hand for even five minutes, it will calm and relax one into a state of greater mental and emotional stability.

    When negative energy has been blocked into the tissues, organs or aura of the body, Double Terminated Crystals can be placed on top of or held above the affected areas. This will create an energy vortex that will clear and dissolve any stagnant or unuseful energy. Double Terminated Crystals can be used on the head centers (such as the third eye or top of the crown) to expand the consciousness and harmoniously blend the logical with the intuitive and the physical with the spiritual. They can also be held directly onto different areas of the brain to stimulate underdeveloped aspects of the personality or consciousness. This type of treatment may evolve into futuristic crystal-laser brain surgery. Working with Double Terminated Crystals in this way can break up stubborn mental blockades which create addictive behaviors and unhealthy attitudes. As these old programs are erased, it is then possible to consciously recreate a positive perspective on the world and on one's life.

    Double Terminated Crystals can be held over the chakra points and rotated in a clockwise direction to clear and open these centers. If possible, a Double Terminated Amethyst would be used over the third eye, a Double Terminated Citrine over the navel and a Double Terminated Crystals are ideal to place in between the chakras during crystal healing layouts to integrate and harmonize the energy centers. They help to dissolve any blockage that may prevent the proper flow of energy through the body. Double Terminated crystals are also wonderful to use on points under the eyes and on the face where stress lines appear. This type of New Age facelift can reverse the aging process as it releases the stress that creates it and rejuvenates the sensitive tissues of the face.