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Lesson 4

Crystal Healing

Nowadays, people are trying to popularize
different alternative medical practices. Some

practices were used during the ancient times
but are still believed to be effective. One of

these is crystal healing. This curative uses
the technique of placing gemstones or crys-

tals on the body of a patient to heal and re-
store balance. According to some historians,

it was first used in Egypt. Practitioners place
the crystal stones on specific areas called

chakras. They believe that the body has an electromagnetic system and the
chakras vibrate as crystals of different colors are placed to treat the imbalance

we have. There are three steps in crystal healing. First is the cleansing pro-
cess. The crystal energy adjusts to the body and serves as a basis for healing.

Second is the harmonizing and integrating process in which the person experi-
ences a change in physical and emotional aspects. In this process, the patient

starts having a positive outlook in life. Third is the stability process. This results
to a stable positive attitude in facing life. There are negative criticisms about

crystal healing but the commitment and faith of a person will lead to his satis-
faction and optimism in life.

Comprehension

1. When was crystal healing first practiced?
2. Where are crystals or gemstones placed while curing a patient?

Questions

1. How many steps are being done during the process of crystal healing?
2. What does crystal healing aim to restore in a patient’s body?

Vocabulary & Expressions

alternative - something different that can serve as a substitute for something else
curative - a treatment that can restore health
practitioners - someone who practices a profession like medicine
chakras - a Hindu term referring to the spiritual centers in the body
optimism - the tendency to consider, anticipate or wish that things will turn out well

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