đ Using the 12 Universal Laws to answer the question: âHow do crystals heal people?â đ
- David Stuhlman
- Jan 26
- 10 min read
Updated: Jan 31
There are many theories and explanations as to why people have used crystals and gemstones as healing tools throughout history, and they have been doing so since the time of the Sumerians from Ancient Mesopotamia. A natural affinity exists between man and mineral, which has helped to maintain a steady relationship between these two very different yet entangled lifeforms. Despite our differences in composition, expression, and consciousness form, humans have sought to connect and benefit from the mineral kingdom for centuries. Seeking an understanding of the natural medicines of our planet, healers and lightworkers have worked to promote a happy and healthy existence for all.
Letâs start by looking at how an inorganic material can affect a living organism. Solid matter is loosely defined as atomic particles arranged in a specifically organized crystalline structure called a lattice. Crystalline minerals provide a latticework of particles that offer a sacred and geometric structure, providing regularity of flow to mutable electromagnetic energies moving through it. This applies to our own bodyâs electromagnetic field as it flows in and out of the latticework of a crystal; as we interact with stones, we become more crystalline within ourselves. The more we are in a state of allowance, the more this effect can take place. In theory, we are helping to maintain stability and structure throughout our entire liquid-crystal DNA, to provide a steady ebb and flow of energies through all levels of the mind, body, and spirit.
Science, however, does not currently possess the technology to collect data readings and measurements for all of the subtle energies that exist around us. Thoughts and emotions exist in a realm that can be ambiguous, confusing, and quite tricky to navigate. Transcending space-time, thought forms and emotional connections exist in a realm that humans have very little understanding of from a scientific perspective, and yet these dimensions are nonetheless a very real and impactful part of our reality. Try to maintain awareness of this throughout your crystal practice, knowing that whatever has been proven correct about crystals on a scientific level, is merely a fraction of what will eventually be proven to be reality. Begin believing in it now and you will not be disappointed.
The 12 Universal Laws
1. The Law of Divine Oneness:
We are one with everything in the universe. Every thought we think echoes into the farthest reaches of the universe. Every act we make affects everything in our entire existence.
The implications of this applied to our crystal practice should be a very empowering realization. We can work to heal the universe by simply working to heal ourselves. We can heighten the consciousness, and raise the vibration of everything around us by taking the necessary steps within ourselves first. In the polar aspect of this concept, when we use crystals to heal others, we are helping to heal these fragmented aspects of ourselves simultaneously. Another flattering realization that comes out of this law is the understanding that when we are drawn to an aspect of a particular stone or crystal, it is because we admire this aspect of ourselves, and most likely we have suppressed it within us for some reason or another (typically due to an internal shadow belief.) When you find yourself admiring a particular aspect of a crystal, try to embrace and embody that very aspect of yourself more fully.
2. The Law of Vibration:
Everything in this universe vibrates and travels in circular patterned motions. EVERYTHING broadcasts its unique vibrational frequency to its surroundings. This is applicable from that of dense matter such as a brick or a whale, down to such intangible things as ideas and emotions. We live in a reality that is an ever-morphing state of vibrations.
Crystals have a very stable and high-frequency vibration. With the extremely vast array of crystals and minerals that exist on our planet, and more being discovered every year, we are presented with an overwhelming amount of vibrations for us to choose to attune to, each with a subtle difference to the last. (See The Law of Attraction on how to apply this concept.) With crystals, we can learn to get very precise with which frequency would be best for our circumstances and desired intentions.
3. The Law of Action:
Any thought, idea or desire must be followed up with physical actions in order to become manifested in this physical dimension.
You may have noticed that simply having crystals around you is not enough to manifest the life of your dreams or to live in a state of health and happiness. It will certainly never hurt, but without any action being taken, very little effect will be gained from a crystal despite its potential power. We need strong intentions followed by an outpouring of energy into the universe to consciously manifest our desires.
4. The Law of Correspondence:
âAs above, So Below... As within, so without.â This law teaches us that the external world around us will always mirror our internal state of being. Also in the esoteric sense of this law, we are shown that this pattern of mirroring is evident from the microcosm to the macrocosm, from a single electron to a supergiant star.
Crystals are an extremely powerful tool when it comes to using this law to our advantage. With the aid of the mineral kingdom, we are given a very beneficial array of frequencies to aim to align with. By choosing specific minerals to work with, we are choosing the frequency that we wish to attune, not only ourselves to, but that which we wish to see the entire universe around us vibrate at. Crystals provide this stable frequency, to which we can become a match, and which in turn, echoes back into our reality.
5. The Law of Cause and Effect:
Nothing in this universe happens by chance. Every effect is the result of a cause, and vice versa, every cause has an effect. In other words, every action has a consequence, and every situation is a result of ones actions.
This means that there is nothing that we do with stones that does not have a result become of it. This result can be subtle or drastic, but our relationship with crystals is never inconsequential. Even choosing to pick up or simply gaze upon a stone will have its results upon your being. Additionally, faith can have a profound impact on one's ability to successfully act upon this law. (See Law #7) Understanding the concept of this law is fairly simple, yet the breadth of its implications is difficult to fathom. All of our actions, from the subtlest to the most dramatic, all come together to create the reality that we experience in each present moment.
6. The Law of Compensation:
This law is the Law of Cause & Effect applied with a specific focus on the fields of abundance, blessings, and prosperity. What we receive in the forms of gifts, blessings, friendships, inheritance, thanks & praise are examples of the positive effects of an attitude of gratitude. The mental state of appreciation is often that which leads to more circumstances for which to be grateful.
Using the wonderful minerals that Mother Gaia offers us from her physical form is an excellent way to get yourself into a steady grounded state of gratitude. Crystal meditations and affirmations are all phenomenal methods for using stones to get into the frequency of wealth and prosperity, to manifest abundance into your life.
7. The Law of Attraction:
Like attracts like. Each vibration in this universe actively seeks out and finds like vibrations. This applies to the vibratory state of our thoughts, words, actions and emotions. This law will align us with events, people, situations and feelings that will mirror our internal vibratory state. (If you wish to move to a more positive reality, you can do so at any time by actively choosing to focus on thoughts that help you to take actions that cause your emotional state to improve.)
Crystals are a perfect tool for helping us to attune to a high frequency and align ourselves with positive events throughout life. They also offer a stable frequency for when we are not feeling our best about our current situation. If we allow ourselves to be altered by the frequency of a stone when we are feeling down, the stable vibration of that stone will remain while our mutable vibration will be raised to become more of a match to that mineral. Choosing crystals with specific intentions is a great way to start using this law consciously. With each mineral possessing a unique frequency, we are given a plethora of options for which we can decide to align based on our needs and current situation. From here, it is down to our faith in our intentions. Those with full faith in their intentions will manifest much better as they are manifesting consciously, from a place of alignment.
8. The Law of Perpetual Transmutation of Energy:
This law states that every individual being has the power to change their current state of reality. The highest frequencies of this universe will absorb and transmute the lowest frequencies, which tells us that we can raise out own vibration by consciously applying the Universal Laws as we continue to move in the direction of what feels best in each moment.
Yep, you guessed it, crystals are a wonderful ally to partner with as we work to mindfully create the reality of our dreams. If we are willing to let something as seemingly simple as a rock affect our being, the results can be stunning. You may be noticing a trend by this time, the high, stable frequency of crystals tends to be a very positive factor when one desires to put the universal laws consciously into practice. You may find that a crystal amulet or a simple pocket stone can be an excellent tool to associate with a positive vibration and intention anytime that we find ourselves placing our focus on that which doesnât feel good.
9. The Law of Relativity:
Each of us will be presented in life with that which fills our shadowed areas with light. Sourceâ is learning about itself through each and every strand of consciousness; to each one of us, what we are experiencing is the epitome of existence, however what we often fail to see is that this is the case for absolutely every other being in existence. The way we experience a situation is relative to the viewpoint from which we observe it. Each one of us will have a different emotional reaction to a stimulus due to our differing relation to that stimulus. This concept is evident in our physical dimension as you cannot literally stand within another's physical space, therefore your physical perspective on reality will always be at least slightly different.
This law explains why there is no one-size-fits-all description of what a stone may offer us on a healing level. We each will have differing results when interacting with stone beings. One who is in a state of non-resistance connecting with a crystal might experience a world filled with life, light, color, emotion, movement, and texture. Meanwhile, one who is in a state of stubborn denial can hold a stone and feel entirely the same as before they had been holding it. We learned in law #8 that we have to power to change our perspective on reality should we choose to; allow a stone to change us and we will enjoy the results.
10. The Law of Polarity:
This law guarantees that we are given a full spectrum of experiences throughout life. For each of the infinite variances that exist in this universe, exists a polar opposite of that thing. If we never experienced anything negative in life, then nothing would ever appear positive.
Crystals help to teach us that all experiences in life have value. If used with an open heart & mind, they will allow us to be able to see the blessings within even the toughest of times. If you want to work on this concept with your crystal practice, aim to mindfully select both stones that amplify those aspects within your reality that you consider desirable AND stones that reveal the blessings within our darkest times. Be sure you are selecting not only crystals for realigning aspects of shadow self but also crystals for amplifying aspects of yourself naturally filled with light.
11. The Law of Rhythm:
Everything in the universe moves and vibrates with particular rhythms. These rhythms work within us to regulate our heartbeat, create hormone patterns, stages of development, and affect how we move in every way. On our planet we see this law reflected in the seasons, the tides of the oceans and the fractal patterns that rivers make on mountains. Rhythm is everywhere and is what allows us physical beings to become synchronized with each other. Rhythm becomes especially notable with body language; when interacting with an animal, move with rhythm and you will find their ability to link with you much more efficient. Rhythm is however, invisible as well, clearly exhibited by the amazing synchronization we see with musicians, dancers and swimmers, all moving and breathing in unison to this rhythm, often without cue.
A frequency with rhythm is at ease, while a sporadic frequency will cause dis-ease. Spending time around things that have a sense of rhythm can be very relaxing to our being. Music and dancing are arguably the best forms for humans to feel a sense of rhythm, however, crystals are also a wonderful tool, as they offer very specific and unique rhythms for us to consciously choose to attune to. For example, Pink Moonstone offers a gentle rhythm that helps to encourage healthy hormonal patterns.
12. The Law of Gender:
Everything in the universe has its aspects of both masculine (yang) and feminine (yin). This duality is the basis for all creation.
Feminine energy flows like water, following the pull of gravity to fill the vessel that offers containment. Masculine energy is this containment, offering a source of safety and stability. These energy types are exhibited in many forms throughout our world, exhibited in different color tones, textures, or shapes. Crystals, people, animals.. everything in this world shows us a vivid example of the seemingly infinite combinations of energy types that can manifest. We can use crystal energy with focused intention towards an energy type that we would like to embrace an identifier with, or we can work to embrace an energy form that we may have developed an aversion towards.
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