By Charles Lightwalker

Gems & Crystals emit vibrations that affect the wearer's body. Certain crystal or gem varieties are believed to have positive effects when utilized on particular energy centers or chakras of the body, much like deep therapeutic massage and acupuncture. The 7 basic chakra points of the human body, their locations and general attributes are as follows:

1. Root Chakra

Location: The base of the spine

Physical Association: Adrenal glands, kidneys, spinal column, back, hips, legs and feet Spiritual Aspects: Stability, security, grounding, courage and physical and emotional survival.

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Anxious, fearful, angry and frustrated Associated Color: Red

Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Cornelian, Garnet, Ruby, Cuprite, Black Tourmaline, Smoky Quartz, Onyx, Agate, Black Obsidian, Hematite, Fire Agate, Ametrine, Blood Stone and Nephrite.

2. Sacral Chakra

Location: Lower abdomen to navel

Physical Association: Genital area, reproductive organs, bladder, bowel and lower intestine Spiritual Aspects: Creativity, harmony, emotional balance, passion, sexuality, freedom and expression of emotions.

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Stiff lower back, restlessness, confusion and sexual blockages Associated Color: Orange Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Amber, Moonstone, Cornelian, Citrine, Golden Topaz, Golden Beryl, Aragonite, Orange Calcite, Selenite, Zircon and Sunstone.

3. Solar Plexus Chakra

Location: Below the ribs to above the navel

Physical Association: Stomach, pancreas and liver Spiritual Aspects: Personal power, strength, sense of self worth, transformation, courage and laughter.

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Expression of anger, fear and hate Associated Color: Golden Yellow

Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Citrine, Golden Topaz, Green-Yellow Tourmaline, Tigers Eye, Heliodor, Rutilated Quartz, Amber, Sunstone, Malachite, Peridot and Emerald.

4. Heart Chakra

Location: Center of the chest

Physical Association: Heart, lungs and thymus gland Spiritual Aspects: Unconditional love, forgiveness and compassion.

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Emotional instability Associated Color: Green

Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Rose Quartz, Pink Tourmaline, Rubellite, Rhodochrosite, Emerald, Green Tourmaline, Malachite, Morganite, Kunzite, Green Aventurine, Ruby, Hiddenite, Grossular Garnet, Green Jade, Nephrite, Kunzite, Prehnite, Chrysoprase, Rhodonite, Moldavite, Prasiolite, Watermelon Tourmaline and other natural green gems.

5. Throat Chakra

Location: Throat area

Physical Association: Mouth, throat, thyroid and parathyroid glands Spiritual Aspects: communication, truthfulness, expression of will power and creativity

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Headaches, tension within the neck and shoulder muscles, colds, thyroid or hearing problems Associated Color: Sky Blue

Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Apophyllite, Aquamarine, Blue Lace Agate, Blue Topaz, Blue Tourmaline, Celestite, Indicolite, Blue Turquoise, Chrysocolla, Amazonite, Lapis Lazuli, Larimar, Sodalite, Iolite, Kyanite and Zircon.

6. Third Eye Chakra

Location: Center of the forehead

Physical Association: Pituitary gland, pineal gland, skull, eyes, brain and nervous system Spiritual Aspects: Coordination, balance, mental clarity, clairvoyance, intuition, wisdom.

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Blindness, headaches, nightmares, eyestrain or blurred vision Associated Color: Indigo

Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Azurite, Sugilite, Amethyst, Celestite, Tanzanite, Blue Tourmaline, Sapphire, Lavender Quartz, Purple Fluorite, Charoite, Sodalite, and Iolite.

7. Crown Chakra

Location: Top of the head

Physical Association: Pineal gland, top of spinal cord and brain stem Spiritual Aspects: Spirituality and life force energy.

When The Chakra Point Is Blocked: Depression, alienation, confusion, inability to learn or comprehend Associated Color: Violet or White

Gems & Crystals That Work With This Chakra: Sugilite, Ametrine, Clear Quartz Crystal, Amethyst, Howlite, Moonstone, Lavender Quartz, Rutilated Quartz, Diamond and White Topaz.

About the Author


The Family of Light is an international mobile healing center, offering healing, channeling, and educational forums around the globe.





Charles has studied with shamen and alternative healers for over 26 years. He is a Medical Intuitive, Reiki Master, Ordained minister, Certified religious counselor and Certified Spiritual healer. You can reach Charles at charleslightwalker@yahoo.com or visit his website

www.thefamilyoflight.net .