powerWhen purchasing a crystal ball, study several, hold them and look deep into the inside. One should feel "right." After bringing it home, you must prepare it. Immerse the ball for twelve hours in salt water (preferably rock salt). Some readers use vinegar and water. Wash the crystal under running water, ideally from a natural source, such as a stream or waterfall. If this is not feasible, tap water will do. Polish the crystal with a chamois or a natural fiber cloth; cotton is excellent. Set it in the sun for a few hours. Afterwards, don't ever allow anyone else to touch or even gaze into the ball.
To train and prepare for readings, place the crystal on a small plinth or stand draped with black cloth. Ideally, the cloth should be silk as it is a completely natural product and less susceptible to vibrations. If you wish, you can darken the room slightly and put on a dim light. A red light works best to draw the spirit world closer. Practice sessions should always be conducted at the same time each day but never late at night. Cup the ball in the cloth and hold it to your forehead, close to, but not touching the third eye. While training, you must keep the crystal within your aura. The means keeping it wrapped in its silk or velvet cloth on a table next to you while you sleep, read, watch television, etc.
Never read on a full stomach, or if you are upset or angry. Do some deep breathing exercises before starting and use relaxation techniques. When you feel you are in a peaceful state of mind, proceed. Gaze, trying not to stare too hard. into the ball.
If you begin to see symbols, right them down. Any symbolic elements that are personal to you should be noted with great care. The crystal will begin to cloud and it is important that you stay calm and not get excited or the vision will be lost. Red or "orange" smoke is a warning of danger, blue or green is all right. (Red or orange objects are okay; it's the red smoke that is a warning.) The visions will go out of focus and return more sharply but you may have to wait as long as five minutes for this so persevere until the ability comes. When an image materializes, wait for the message that will accompany it. This message will come into your mind through the help of your spirit guides. Be sure to ask for your guides for assistance.
After you have mastered the technique, try and read for some patient sitters. People you know little or nothing about are best. Have them hold the crystal in its cloth for two minutes in silence and take it back, replacing it on its stand. Shade the crystal from light and begin to relay whatever comes through. As soon as your sitter acknowledges something meaningful, it will come more quickly. Feedback is always good. Be certain to keep notes and assess your progress.
