Stone of Synchronicity
When I did my crystal training course in Manchester, Carnelian was one of the very first crystals we worked with. It always gave me a sense of urgency, as if I needed to complete something before I can truly focus on my crystal work. Today as I work with Carnelian I no longer have this sense of urgency, as working with this crystal now gives me a deep sense of calm and a clear vision on what needs to be done.
All those years ago I was taught that Carnelian is a stone of Fertility. If someone wishes to fall pregnant they should wear a Carnelian and a Rose Quartz crystal taped to their belly and this will help facilitate the pregnancy. Today I still use it as a crystal for fertility, but this week during my meditations I was made aware that Carnelian is a crystal for so much more than just for prospective mothers.
Carnelian really reminds us to go with the flow, to be more flexible. When we open to the guidance of the Universe we can achieve so much more than trying to be in control, things just fall into place. If it does not, it is either not the right time or not the right step to take. This is normally good time to re-look at the steps you are taking to reach your goal.
History:
Through the ages Carnelian has been valued for it special powers and was often worn as Amulets. It was seen as representing the rising of the Sun, a new dawn so to speak.
The Ancient Egyptians believed that it protected the wearer in the afterlife, so they engraved snippets of The Book of the Dead on it. The Greeks and the Romans believed that Carnelian amulets had magical powers.
In mythology this stone is known as Sard and it is believed that it got its name from the Latin word Carnis which means flesh due to its colour.
Characteristics:
Carnelian is a very common crystal and is found in many parts of the world. The best Carnelian comes from the Mumbai region in India. It belongs to the Chalcedony family which is a type of Quartz. The internal structure is trigonal and it has a hardness of 7. This means that is hard enough to be carved. Throughout history people have used carved Carnelians as amulets and still today it is a preferred crystal for using to cut into a cameo. Carnelian is formed through sedimentation which means that it works mostly on issues of this lifetime.
It can be said that Carnelian and Orange Agate is the same stone as there are no chemical difference between these two crystals. The difference however is that Carnelian is never banded, where Orange Agate is banded (stripes of red/orange and white). Quite often today Carnelian is heat treated to enhance its colour.
Function:
Carnelian is a great energy booster. It truly revitalises, as it taps into the body’s natural ability to heal itself. It brings fresh energy into stale and dull situations. It helps one to see things from a different perspective, whilst anchoring one and one’s goals into reality. It helps one to make positive life choices and encourages self-reliance and trust in oneself. Carnelian helps one to move through fretting and a desire to be in control, to being able to ‘go with the flow’ and let synchronicity fall into place.
Carnelian works primarily on the Sacral Chakra. It often leads to great moments of inspiration and creativity. In business, this crystal attracts new business opportunities.
As I mentioned before, Carnelian is closely associated with fertility, pregnancy and parenthood. It is believed that it opens and clears the way for new souls to enter the physical realm.
Carnelian is truly one of those crystals that should be in every crystal healing kit or crystal collection.
Crystal First Aid:
If you ever suffer from a broken bone or a torn ligament, once the bone or ligament has been set in a cast, wear a Carnelian close to the affected area. It is believed this helps the bones and ligaments to heal faster.
Place a Carnelian in your money-box or on your bank statements to improve your finances.
What to expect:
If you want a quick boost of energy, carry a Carnelian. It revitalises in minutes and gives one a fresh outlook.
If you have unfinished business that needs attending to, it will help you to set a do-able work schedule to complete the task at hand. You will definitely feel a sense of urgency if things are left unfinished.
It is also very important to be aware of and to be on lookout for moments of synchronicity as Carnelian allows things to fall into place without having to force or manage situations.
Best Way to Clean Carnelian:
Carnelian is one of those Crystals that can be used to clean other crystals, so special care has to be taken in cleansing your Carnelian.
This crystal can be cleaned by any method, but for a thorough deep cleanse you will need a piece of white cloth, 6 Citrines and 6 Black Tourmalines, any type of cleansing incense stick and a holder for the incense stick.
Place the white cloth on a table. Arrange the 6 Citrines and 6 Tourmalines into a circle, alternating the crystals. If you have Citrine points, the points should point outwards and if you use untumbled Tourmalines place them lengthwise to the centre of the circle.
Light your incense stick, put it in the holder and place it just outside of the circle.
Now place your Carnelian in the circle. Leave it there for between 30-45 mins or for as long as the incense stick burns.
Take the crystal out of the circle and dismantle the cleansing altar. Your crystal is now ready to be charged.
Charging Carnelian:
I have always found that my Carnelians really benefit from a day in the sun. I normally choose a place in the garden where it will have some direct sunlight, but also where as the sun moves across the sky there will be some shade.
Simply place it directly on the soil, grass or patio and leave it there until sunset before bringing it in again.
Remember to dedicate your crystal to the highest and purest use after any cleanse or charge.
Quote:
“Like the Sun revitalises Earth, Carnelian revitalises your being.”
Where to wear it:
Earlier I mentioned two ways to use Carnelian, but this crystal can be worn anywhere on the body. It simply has to be in one’s Aura to have an effect on you. You can wear it as jewellery or just carry a piece of Carnelian.
Affirmation for when working with Carnelian:
“I accept the natural flow of life into my life.”
Angels, Ascended Master and Spirit Guide:
Carnelian has a close association with Archangel Uriel, the Archangel of Manifestations and one of the four Archangels who oversees Earth.
One of the reasons why Carnelian and Archangel Uriel works so well together is that as one allows the natural flow of life to take place, it is easier for Divine Spirit to communicate with us. Archangel Uriel especially likes to impart wisdom and knowledge to those who are open to receive it. You might find that you will have many more divinely inspired thoughts and ideas. By following these insights, things just naturally falls into place – True synchronicity takes place.
Invocation for Archangel Uriel:
Nowadays I very seldom have a need to call on Archangel Uriel. He appears as and when I seem to need clarity on a particular issue. Out of nowhere a solution will pop into my mind, so over the years I have learnt to thank Archangel Uriel for his guidance.
“Beloved Archangel Uriel, thank you for your guidance and wisdom.”
For Meditation:
Because of the energy boost one gets from Carnelian one never meditates with this crystal for long. To simply sit quietly and to hold a cleansed and charged Carnelian for a few minutes should be enough.
I am asked to stress that this form of silence with a crystal is something that anyone can do, no matter how much or how little meditation you have done.
Simply sit in a quiet place with your eyes closed and your hands in your lap. Let the Carnelian sit in your hands. Take in a few deep breaths. How many depends on how active your mind is. Sometimes you will find moments of stillness in a few breaths and other times you will need to take a good many breaths to find those moments. When your breathing become natural and no longer forced or controlled, just sit for a few minutes in this silence.
When you are ready open your eyes and bring your full awareness back into the room.
Conclusion:
Carnelian is a truly marvellous crystal to work with to enhance your spiritual awareness. I hope you find working with this crystal as fulfilling and enriching as I do.