The Threads That Bind Us

One of the products that I make myself at the shop are crystal elixirs.  These aren't well-known or understood by people in the Okanagan Valley.  They are homeopathic/energetic remedies; pure water that contain trace elements of a crystal, similar to flower remedies.  They are made by steeping a crystal in water in sun and moonlight, somewhat like a tea.  The trace elements released into the water by the steeping crystal homeopathically and energetically treat a variety of ailments, be they spiritual, mental, emotional or physical, and can also be used to enhance natural elements of the body, mind and spirit, such as creating a tonic for improved vitality, boosting the immune system, increasing fertility, aiding the pancreas, balancing the chakras, improving mood, or even opening to channel.

Crystal elixirs are easy enough to make for yourself.  All you need is to set a crystal in pure, distilled water for half of a moon cycle to charge in the light of the sun and moon (say, from waxing to waning, or waning to waxing,) then you leave the elixir to steep in a dark place, surrounded by a crystal matrix, for the other half of the moon cycle.  You add a small amount of high-test alcohol to preserve it (I like to use brandy because it tastes better, but have also used scotch, vodka, spiced and/or overproof rum, and even Fireball whisky) to preserve it and prevent bacteria growth, and take a few drops under your tongue once or twice daily, or add it to your water.  The size of the crystal does not seem to matter; I frequently make use of broken bits of crystal at the shop that I can't sell in this way.

Many believe that it is important to program the elixir to a specific purpose while making it.  I find that if you program the elixir to enhance the natural properties of the crystal, which I do by charging it with Reiki as I add the crystal, then you can charge it to a specific purpose later.

It is hotly debated as to whether you should keep the crystal in the elixir or not.  Since I generally make a large amount at once which I later decant into smaller dropper bottles for convenience, I find that keeping the crystal present in the mother elixir and then just not including it in the dropper bottle works well for me.  I occasionally add water to the existing mother elixir without the sun and moon cycle, and I find that as long as I haven't used more than a third of the original elixir, and as long as I include Reiki empowerment when I do this, that this works just fine for me.  Every once in a while you should add more alcohol for safety.

Speaking of safety, one thing to be cautious of is toxic elements in a crystal.  Some are not advised for human consumption, even in these trace elements.  You can still make an elixir by sealing the crystal in glass within your larger glass bottle, which imprints the energetic signature of the crystal on the water without adding the toxic element.  But, be careful!  Sometimes your best efforts fail; I recently had to throw out an experiment with a sulfur elixir that I tried to make in this manner, because I could smell the sulfur in the water anyway.

At one time, I made a variety of mixtures and concoctions of a variety of crystal elixirs, focused towards a specific purpose.  I found this to be generally more time-consuming and less effective than using a single crystal elixir and charging it to your intended purpose.  For this reason you will only find a few such concoctions left at the shop.  I'll still make them for you if you request it, but again, it helps to limit them to two or three different varieties only, which dillutes the healing elements less.  Herbalistis will tell you the same thing about mixing too many herbs.

Another cautionary note is that you are likely to lose the crystal.  Many crystals are dissolved completely in water (like selenite,) many are damaged (like angelite,) and even the hardest crystals likely are etched (like quartz.)  Even if they aren't damaged, keeping them in the original mother elixir improves its potency and makes sure that it is not diminished with time.

Now, why would I make these things to sell, if they are so simple and easy to make?  Why would you buy them from someone else, instead of making them yourself?

The first reason is that the initial investment is greater than you would think.  Crystal, clear bottle, distilled water, and alcohol have to be purchased individually, along with a dropper or dropper bottle to dispense it with.  If you only need one or two elixirs, this is much more expensive than it needs to be.

The second is the time involved.  If you're going to make numerous elixirs, it requires a fair investment of time, and if you only need one, it will be a full moon cycle before you can use it, and you might require it now!

The third is convenience.  You need to store the elixirs in a dark place in a crystal matrix.  Maybe such a setup isn't possible for you where you live.  And why would you go through all the trouble of doing that, plus acquiring all the crystals, unless you intend to make lots of them?  By purchasing an elixir, it's all right there, easily accessible.

The fourth is selection.  As the owner of a metaphysical store, I have access to a variety of unusual and difficult to find crystals, or to common ones at a lesser expense, than the typical retail customer.  I have been amassing my collection now for about two and half years, and it's getting to be significant.

The fifth is expertise.  I have to know a great deal about crystals in my work; people ask me about them all the time!  Perhaps you know what the problem is that you would like to deal with, but not what would help you to heal it.  Ask me.  Or, you could consult this quick-reference remedy guide that I make and keep updated, which helps to narrow down what might be needed.  To use it effectively, find the ailment or concern that best fits what you are trying to aid or deal with, then consult the list and select the crystal elixir that resonates the most with you from that list.  If none of them resonate, try selecting a different purpose.

The sixth factor is safety.  Perhaps you are not aware of which crystals can be toxic, but I (or anyone who, presumably, sells crystals) makes a study of this.

Crystal elixirs are available online from many different retailers, and vary in pricing from a few dollars to $20 for a 10 mL bottle or more, depending on the price of the original crystal.  I view the crystal as a renewable resource, and consequently keep my pricing consistent and low (otherwise, why wouldn't you just make them yourself?)  Currently, you can acquire one of nearly 300 different elixirs for just $2.97 each at The Threads That Bind Us.

Blessed be,