OBSIDIAN
Obsidian is an igneous rock formed by the rapid cooling and hardening of volcanic lava. The volcanic glass stone was used in trading by Mayan merchants, dating as far back as 100BC
Obsidian is truth-enhancing. A strongly protective stone, it forms a shield against negativity. It blocks psychic attacks and absorbs negative energies from the environment. Obsidian draws out mental stress and tension. It stimulates growth on all levels, urging exploration of the unknown and opening new horizons. Brings clarity to the mind and clears confusion. Helps you to know who you truly are. Obsidian dissolves emotional blockages and ancient traumas. Promotes qualities of compassion and strength.
Obsidian aids digestion and detoxifies. It reduces arthritis pain, joint problems, and cramps. Warms the extremities.
Black obsidian crystals are said to be some of the luckiest of them all. They turn bad luck into good and are particularly useful when it comes to financial gains. Wearing a black obsidian bracelet is said to be one way to attract wealth and good fortune you should wear the black obsidian bracelet on your left hand, like other crystals. This enhances its powers to protect and cleanse your energetic space
Some of the various ways you can cleanse/clear crystals:
Moonlight - full or new moon is best but crystals LOVE lunar energy from any of the phases. Great for charging, especially the New Moon phase.
Smudging - is one of the most common ways to clear your crystals and you can use White Sage, Palo Santo, or any incense.
Rice - brown rice is another great, inexpensive way to clear your crystals. Throw the rice out after you've cleansed your crystals.
Sound - this is my favorite way of clearing crystals! I just love it and I think I get more of cleansing than my crystals do. You can use singing bowls, singing pyramids (these are amazing!) tingsha bells, tuning forks. I like to use sound to both clear and charge my crystals. I simply change up the intention depending on whether I'm cleansing or charging.
ENJOY!