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The American Indian

The American Indian

Secrets of Crystal Healing
by Luc Bourgault 1996 128 pages
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Key Takeaways

1. You are the first crystal: Self-purification and meditation must precede healing work

To begin with, the first crystal with which you work, which you clean, polish and purify, must be yourself.

The healer as a crystal. Before attempting to heal others with external minerals, you must recognize that your own body is largely composed of liquid crystals, such as blood and bodily fluids. If your thoughts, emotions, and physical channels are congested or impure, any crystal you hold will merely amplify these negative forces. Meditation is the primary tool for clearing these internal pathways and mastering the ego.

Tests of sincerity. When embarking on a spiritual path, you will inevitably face tests—like sudden distractions or interruptions—designed to check your commitment. These obstacles are opportunities to cultivate stability, perseverance, and clarity of mind. By sitting in silence twice a day with an upright spine, you allow scattered energy to return inward and revitalize your being.

The echo of thoughts. Our minds act like a great lake where every thought creates waves that ripple outward to others before returning to us. Speaking or thinking negatively about someone reinforces that negativity twice over, whereas holding space for their transformation allows harmony to flourish.

  • Human blood and fluids function biologically as liquid crystals.
  • Crystals act as powerful amplifiers of the user's current state of purity.
  • Daily meditation opens bodily channels to align with universal life force.
  • Negative thoughts inevitably return to the sender like waves on a lake.

2. Crystals are living bones of Mother Earth and demand absolute respect

Significantly, the American Indians call stones and crystals ‘the bones of Mother Earth’.

A living planetary entity. Mother Earth is not a dead rock floating in space, but a highly evolved, conscious being that feels and reacts to human actions. Humanity's greed has severely disrupted her ecological and etheric balance, pushing the planet into a state of constant sliding or "wobble." Recognizing crystals as her bones shifts our relationship from exploitation to sacred collaboration.

The cosmic sensory network. Crystals function as the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth of the Earth, communicating terrestrial thoughts and actions to superior cosmic hierarchies. When we remove a crystal from the ground, it maintains an active, etheric link to the planet's heart. Misusing these tools damages the delicate ecological balance and invites severe karmic repercussions.

Reciprocity and gratitude. To work safely with minerals, we must re-establish a relationship of mutual respect and gratitude with the natural elements. Simple acts of environmental stewardship, combined with offering thanks for what we receive, feed the spiritual forces of nature.

  • Mother Earth is a conscious, living entity currently suffering from ecological imbalance.
  • Crystals are the "bones" of the Earth and serve as her cosmic sensory organs.
  • Every harvested crystal remains energetically connected to the Earth's core.
  • Gratitude and environmental care are essential prerequisites for crystal therapy.

3. Scientific purification requires salted water to erase a crystal's memory

The crystal has a very extensive memory. It remembers all the places it has been, all the people who have touched it and all the forces that have impregnated it.

Erasing molecular memory. Because of their highly organized molecular structure, crystals act like computer microchips, recording the energetic imprints of everyone and everything they encounter. To clear this accumulated data, a new crystal must be submerged in a natural bowl of source or distilled water with a pinch of sea salt for seven days and nights. This process creates an electrical charge in the water molecules that is stronger than the crystal's, effectively wiping its memory clean.

Daily maintenance and protection. Any crystal worn daily for protection or therapy must be purified in salted water for twenty minutes every single day to clear positive ions. To prevent crystals from exchanging programs or absorbing external energies, they should be wrapped individually in natural red fabric like cotton or silk. The color red has the slowest rate of luminous absorption, acting as an energetic barrier.

Avoiding harmful practices. Many modern "New Age" books recommend leaving crystals in dry sea salt or exposing them to direct sunlight, but these practices can be highly damaging. Dry salt creates holes in the mineral's etheric tissue, while intense sunlight can shock crystals that grew in the dark depths of the earth.

  • Submerge new crystals in salted water for seven days to erase past imprints.
  • Purify daily-use crystals for twenty minutes in salted water to discharge positive ions.
  • Wrap crystals in natural red fabric to insulate them from external energy fields.
  • Avoid dry salt, which damages the etheric tissue of the mineral.
  • Recharge crystals using running natural water rather than harsh, direct sunlight.

4. Clear quartz acts as a universal catalyst, amplifier, and shield on the spiritual plexus

Anything that is thick, heavy, wicked or hurtful cannot pass through the crystal, because that which is pure light is contrary to darkness.

The shield of light. Clear quartz is pure light solidified into a perfect hexagonal structure, making it highly compatible with the hexagonal molecular structure of the human etheric body. When worn on the "spiritual plexus"—located on the sternum between the solar and cardiac plexuses—it repels negative emotions, anger, and psychic attacks. Because it works via light refraction, the crystal must be worn on the outside of clothing, with its point facing downward to earth the energy.

The law of harmony. Clear quartz acts as a physical catalyst that triggers our inherent, divine perfection through the phenomenon of resonance. Just as striking a C note on a piano causes all other C strings to vibrate, the perfect vibration of quartz coaxes our own energy fields back into equilibrium. It heals tears in the electromagnetic field caused by trauma, overwork, or substance abuse.

Vibrational compatibility. Every quartz crystal vibrates to a fundamental musical key, and it is vital that this key harmonizes with your own. If a crystal's key is dissonant with yours, it can cause physical symptoms like nausea, dizziness, or general discomfort.

  • Wear clear quartz on the spiritual plexus (sternum) to shield against negative forces.
  • Keep the crystal point facing downward to safely drain and earth excess energy.
  • Quartz matches the hexagonal molecular structure of the human etheric field.
  • The "law of harmony" uses resonance to restore the body's natural state of perfection.
  • Dissonance between your personal frequency and the crystal's key can cause nausea.

5. Specific stones possess unique vibrational frequencies to target physical and emotional ailments

The amethyst is sometimes known as the ‘flame of transmutation’.

Transmuting bad habits. Amethyst, colored by magnesium inclusions, is the premier stone of transformation and can be used to break addictions to alcohol, drugs, or food. Placing a small, polished amethyst under the tongue for ten minutes stimulates glands that communicate with the body's biochemical system, helping to reorient destructive impulses. It also aids in clarifying sexual identity and boosting the energy of the upper chakras.

Dispersing trauma and fear. Citrine, known as the "coyote stone," is used to break through stubborn resistance, fixed ideas, and deep-seated trauma. It thins out dense, congested areas in the electromagnetic field, making it highly effective for treating psychosomatic illnesses like asthma. For acute fears gripping the solar plexus, stones like chrysocoll, malachite, and turquoise help dilute the panic and replace it with love.

Physical regeneration. Other specialized stones target specific physiological systems to accelerate healing. Azurite relieves tendon and muscular pain when swept through the local energy field, while red coral stimulates the growth of bone cells to heal fractures rapidly.

  • Amethyst under the tongue helps transmute addictive behaviors and biochemical impulses.
  • Citrine disperses dense energy blocks caused by severe emotional trauma and asthma.
  • Chrysocoll and malachite dissolve fear and anxiety centered in the solar plexus.
  • Azurite and red coral work in tandem to relieve pain and accelerate bone regeneration.
  • Smoky quartz provides grounding for those lost in dreams or indecision.

6. Synchronize the brain's hemispheres through focused throat breathing to access the "void"

When the two halves of the brain are synchronised, you see better, you hear better and you feel better.

The power of focusing. To understand teachings fully and perform effective therapy, you must synchronize the logical left brain with the intuitive right brain. This state of self-focusing creates an inner "void" or calm, which clears away the mental chatter and personal biases that act as a screen between you and reality. In this state, the brain emits theta waves, which are highly beneficial for deep concentration, heightened perception, and healing.

The throat breathing technique. The quickest way to achieve this synchronization is through a specific breathing exercise that relaxes the throat chakra. Begin by taking three deep breaths to oxygenate your system, ensuring your abdomen and chest expand fully. Then, breathe in and out slowly through your nose, letting out a soft, natural sound from your throat without forcing it.

Entering the void. In the middle of your exhalation, stop making the sound, which will naturally pause your breath. During this suspension, concentrate on keeping your throat completely open and relaxed, avoiding any contraction at the base of the neck. Repeating this cycle three times will keep you in a highly focused, receptive state for about forty minutes.

  • Brain synchronization unites logical analysis with intuitive, holistic perception.
  • The resulting "void" allows the brain to emit healing theta waves.
  • Relaxing the throat chakra is the key to balancing the brain's hemispheres.
  • A paused, silent breath with an open throat induces deep focus for forty minutes.

7. The three laws of healing are unconditional love, non-attachment, and clear intention

The best therapist and the best medicine in the world will not be able to heal someone who does not want to be healed.

Unconditional love and compassion. The first law of healing is love, specifically defined as non-possessive compassion that shines equally on everyone without judgment. Unlike pity, which entangles the healer in the patient's suffering and drains their energy, compassion remains detached, offering strength and balance. To sustain this flow of love, healers must first practice self-compassion, dedicating time to their own joy and replenishment.

The shield of non-attachment. The second law, non-attachment, dictates that the healer must not be emotionally tied to the outcome of the treatment. The ultimate responsibility for healing lies solely with the patient; the therapist is merely a channel or tool. This perspective protects the healer from pride when a patient recovers, and from guilt or self-doubt when a patient does not, even if the natural path of evolution leads to death.

The power of intention. The third law is intention, which acts as the conduit that directs and shapes raw healing energy. Healers must focus on visualizing perfect health and free-flowing energy rather than concentrating on the illness or pain itself, as focusing on the problem only reinforces it.

  • Compassion is detached and equal, whereas pity entangles and drains the healer.
  • Healers must prioritize self-care to maintain a reservoir of vital energy.
  • Non-attachment frees the healer from the burden of the patient's ultimate choice.
  • Intention directs energy; visualize perfect health rather than focusing on the disease.

8. The human body is surrounded by seven distinct electromagnetic fields that can be scanned and repaired

It is possible that a person can be completely outside himself, that is to say that his etheric body has moved to one side of him.

The anatomy of fields. The human body is enveloped in multiple layers of electromagnetic energy, starting with the etheric-physical field extending 15 to 20 centimeters outward. This first field represents vital energy and appears as rosy lines, while the second layer, the astral field (30 to 45 centimeters out), holds the colors of the aura and emotional charges. The third and fourth fields represent the mental-inferior (rational mind) and mental-superior (the soul and personality) levels, respectively.

Spiritual and cosmic fields. The fifth layer is the causal or spiritual field, appearing as blue and violet moving fingers that channel cosmic energy directly into the physical body. The sixth and seventh fields are cosmic realities that manifest visibly only around highly evolved spiritual beings. In basic therapy, the healer focuses on evaluating the first field, where physical and emotional imbalances manifest as density variations or literal holes.

Repairing etheric damage. Holes in the etheric tissue can be caused by trauma, substance abuse, or severe stress, leaving the patient vulnerable to infections, chronic fatigue, and absorbing others' negative emotions. Healers can detect these gaps with their hands and "sew" them back together using projected threads of light.

  • The etheric-physical field (15-20 cm) reflects the body's immediate vital energy.
  • The astral field (30-45 cm) contains emotional charges and auric colors.
  • Gaps or holes in the etheric field leave the body vulnerable to illness and emotional drain.
  • Healers can detect field anomalies and "sew" etheric tissue using light visualization.

9. Master the therapeutic touch to safely manipulate energy before using crystals

Your hands are natural healing instruments which are adaptable and allow the people you are treating to draw only what they need from you.

The safety of hands. Before working with highly volatile crystals, a healer must master the therapeutic touch using their hands. Hands possess secondary chakras in the palms—often called the "eyes of the hands"—which naturally emit and receive energy simultaneously. Unlike crystals, which act as indiscriminate amplifiers, hands are self-regulating; they will never transmit harmful forces or overdose a patient, allowing them to draw only what they need.

Preparation and grounding. To perform the therapeutic touch, the healer must first run their hands under cold water, focus their mind, and visualize roots of light anchoring their feet deep into the Earth. This grounding ensures that any negative or heavy forces released by the patient pass harmlessly through the healer's body and into the ground. The healer then visualizes a protective dome of clear or amethyst light over themselves and the patient.

Scanning and re-balancing. The healer rubs their hands to activate the palm chakras, then scans the patient's etheric field to detect temperature changes, density variations, or holes. By using gentle, sweeping gestures and coordinated breathing, the healer shapes, pulls, or pushes the field back into a balanced, harmonious state.

  • Palm chakras act as natural, self-regulating healing instruments.
  • Grounding with "roots of light" protects the healer from absorbing negative energy.
  • A visualized light dome insulates the healing space from external disruptions.
  • Scanning detects physical and emotional blocks before they manifest as disease.
  • Sweeping gestures and breathing are used to physically reshape the patient's energy field.

10. Distant healing can be achieved through focused prayer, witness boards, and conscious dream travel

Distance is no obstacle and therefore does not exist.

The power of prayer. Distant healing operates on the principle that space and time are illusions in the spiritual realm. Focused prayer is an incredibly potent tool that can create a direct channel of healing frequencies to a patient, regardless of physical distance. When a group of healers forms a circle to pray while one person performs the therapeutic touch, the healing energy is magnified exponentially.

The prayer board ritual. A highly structured method of distant healing involves using a "prayer board" with a physical "witness" of the patient, such as a photograph, signature, or lock of hair. The witness is placed inside a square frame, surrounded by a protective circle of sea salt, and topped with a programmed clear quartz crystal pointing toward the patient. This setup is reprogrammed daily for seven days within a single 28-day lunar cycle to project continuous healing energy.

Conscious dream healing. Healers can also travel in their "body of light" to perform healing work within the dream state, a practice greatly aided by sleeping with a Herkimer crystal. By practicing dream recall and repeating hypnotic intentions before sleep, healers can awaken consciously within their dreams and direct healing energy to those in need.

  • Distance is non-existent in the spiritual field, making remote healing highly effective.
  • Group prayer circles magnify healing energy like a spiritual battery.
  • A "witness" (photo, hair, signature) establishes a direct energetic link to a remote patient.
  • The prayer board ritual utilizes salt, a witness, and quartz over a lunar cycle.
  • Herkimer crystals protect and stabilize the healer during conscious dream travel.

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