Chakras and Gemstones - Balancing the Energy Centers

Below, you will learn interesting facts about the chakras from the Edelstein-Balance® concept and tried-and-tested applications with the Lapis Vitalis® Chakra Set.

I hope you enjoy it!

Monika Grundmann

Introduction to the topic of chakras and gemstones

Chakras and gemstones are closely related, as both work on a subtle level and influence the flow of energy in humans. The chakras are energy centers located along the spine, each representing specific physical, emotional, and mental areas of life. If one of these centers becomes unbalanced, it can affect well-being, inner harmony, and life energy.

Gemstones have their own unique qualities due to their structure, color, and energetic vibration. These vibrations can resonate with the frequencies of the chakras. Through this resonance, gemstones are able to gently stimulate, harmonize, or strengthen the chakras. This is precisely where the connection between chakras and gemstones lies.

By using the appropriate gemstones, the chakras can be specifically balanced. The stones support the free flow of energy and help to release blockages or strengthen weakened chakras. Each chakra is associated with a specific life theme—such as security, creativity, self-confidence, love, or communication—and the selected gemstones correspond exactly to this theme in their effect.

In this way, gemstones can help to rebalance the energy of the chakras and thus also have a positive influence on the respective area of life. Conscious work with chakras and gemstones connects body, mind, and soul and promotes holistic well-being and inner balance.

The Chakra Set from Lapis Vitalis was developed by Monika Grundmann. For many years, Ms. Grundmann led a 16-day chakra training course with Michael Gienger, the founder of modern crystal healing. The following information is based on the concept of Edelstein-Balance® (Gemstone Balance) in terms of content and application.

What are chakras?

Chakras are the energy centers of the body. The name "chakra" comes from the ancient Indian cultural language Sanskrit, which translates as "wheel." Chakras are therefore usually depicted as spinning wheels lined up along the central axis of the body from the womb to the crown of the head.

Each chakra represents an area of life, a theme. Everything that happens in this area is also reflected in the corresponding chakra. In addition, each chakra has a spiritual, mental, emotional, and vital aspect that wants to be lived. 

Today, we generally know that chakras are energy centers. The descriptions we find in modern literature originate mainly from India. They are usually counted from bottom to top, i.e., the first chakra is located at the perineum, coccyx, or below the pubic bone (depending on the perspective), and the highest is at the crown of the head.

But that is where the similarities end. The various traditions offer completely different information about the exact position, nature and characteristics, opening, direction of rotation, meaning and even the number of chakras. On closer inspection, it becomes clear that basically every system describes all the characteristics and qualities of the chakras, but that, due to philosophical considerations, several chakras are often grouped together into specific "units." The number of chakras in the various systems is therefore not about how many chakras actually exist, but which (and thus how many) chakras play a role in relation to a particular system or context. Hence the wide variation in numbers from three to ten. However, there is much to suggest that we have at least nine main chakras in the body.

Each chakra represents a specific area of life or a specific theme. Everything that takes place "within us" in relation to this area of life (desires, thoughts, feelings, impulses to act) takes place in this chakra. Depending on where (in which chakra) we shift our consciousness, one chakra or another becomes active, awakening different desires, thoughts, images, feelings, and impulses to act. In addition, each chakra has a spiritual, mental, emotional, and vital aspect that wants to be lived.

Which gemstone is suitable for which chakra?

By using the appropriate gemstones, the chakras and thus the respective area of life can be balanced. In addition to the seven best-known chakras, this set also contains stones for the nose and thymus chakras. The selected stones correspond in their effect to the theme of the respective chakra.

Crown chakra: Amthyst Quartz for inspiration and harmony - Theme: Life dream

Forehead chakra: Sodalite for intuition and imagination – Theme: Identity

Nose Chakra: Rock Crystal for keen perception and instinct - Theme: Clarity

Throat Chakra: Chalcedony for establishing contact and connection - Theme: Communication

Thymus Chakra: Heliotrope (Bloodstone) for conviction and defense - Theme: Integrity

Heart chakra: Rose Quartz for feelings and understanding - Theme: Fulfillment

Solar plexus chakra: Calcite (yellow-orange) for self-confidence and development - Theme: Self-expression

Navel Chakra: Carnelian for encounters and affection – Theme: Decision

Root chakra: red jasper for energy and perseverance – Theme: wish fulfillment

Short chakra applications for everyday life with gemstones

Chakra vitality for every day (vital aspect)

To start the day full of energy or to regain balance in the evening, close your eyes and draw a gemstone from the chakra set. This directly addresses the "body's intelligence." Place the stone you have drawn on the corresponding chakra. If you don't have time to lie down, you can also wear the stone on your body during the day or stick it on the chakra to activate or harmonize a single chakra.

Chakra meditation "Mind clearing" (mental aspect)

The aim of this application is to clear your mind. To do this, you can choose a specific chakra theme depending on your current state of mind, needs, and sensitivities. Once you have decided on a theme, you can begin the meditation. Edelstein Balance® provides questions and affirmations for each chakra to guide you through the meditation.

Chakra surfing (emotional aspect)

This is about feelings and emotions. The assigned stones are slowly placed from bottom to top. You observe the images and feelings that arise with each chakra and then let them go in order to place the next stone. After a short rest period, the stones are removed in reverse order. In order to make this Edelstein Balance® application truly profound, mindfulness and openness to the subtle energies are necessary. It is advisable to do this application with a partner.

Chakra Balance (spiritual aspect)

This is about your own core essence, your own "inner sun." This treatment can only be done in pairs. Both the front and back of the body can be treated, but always work from bottom to top.

The stone assigned to the chakra is guided over the chakra in spiral movements. The circles become larger and larger. You can intuitively turn clockwise or counterclockwise. In general, clockwise turns bring energy, while counterclockwise turns remove excess energy. A short rest period has proven to be very effective here.

Gemstone Balance® tip:
When removing the stones, it has proven to be very beneficial to briefly place your hand on the spot where the stone was lying again—as a form of protection and sealing, so to speak.

For beauticians, therapists, and other professionals: Chakra articles with gemstones

Chakra meditation for every day

Two very nice ways to use gemstones on the chakras are, on the one hand, to use them specifically according to your current condition, needs, and sensitivities and, on the other hand, to approach these topics intuitively. The chakra meditation described here is primarily intended to be a time of rest and reflection for you. Just don't have any expectations. See it as a little "time out" with the opportunity to support and harmonize your chakras through the power of the stones. Sometimes you only notice the effect some time later, because we humans usually forget why something went so well, but tend to complain when something goes wrong.

This is what your personal chakra meditation could look like:

Analytical selection:
You decide which topic is currently relevant for you, e.g., "communication," "development," or "perseverance." Formulate it for yourself using the text described below and simply place the selected stone on the corresponding chakra for about 15–20 minutes. Here, too, your feelings will tell you when it is enough.

Be mindful and trust the signals from your body instead of stubbornly keeping an eye on the clock! And if you reach a good point after 3 minutes or perhaps fall asleep with the stone, that's fine too! You don't necessarily have to think about the topic during meditation – it's nicer to just let the stone do its work. The topic has already been "activated" by the selection of the stone.

Intuitive selection:
Take the chakra stones in your hand and spontaneously choose the one that catches your eye first, or close your eyes and pick a stone with your left hand (the left is our intuitive side). Then place the stone as described above for the analytical selection.

Online workshop "Chakra Surfing & Gemstones"

Which gemstone for which situation?

You have lost the courage to fulfill your wishes. What is your motivation?
Root chakra – red jasper

You have difficulty making decisions and don't know who or what you should be inclined towards. What should stay, what can go?
Navel Chakra – Carnelian

You are currently having trouble being yourself, regardless of the opinions of others. You have lost your creativity. How do you experience your reality?
Solar plexus chakra – orange calcite

Your emotions are all over the place and you no longer understand the world. What truly fulfills you?
Heart Chakra – Rose Quartz

Your integrity and sense of responsibility are called for. Your conscience is speaking up. What are your own convictions?
Thymus Chakra – Heliotrope (Bloodstone)

Your communication skills are now crucial. Are you in control of your words? What is important?
Throat Chakra – Blue Lace Agate

You want to rely on your instincts and need good perception to be able to assess things clearly. What do you know?
Nose Chakra – Rock Crystal

You need imagination and intuition. What do you believe in? Your third eye is needed.
Brow Chakra – Rock Crystal

You are looking for inspiration and harmony. How much space does your (life) dream have?
Crown Chakra – Amthyst Quartz

Chakra items with gemstones for professional users

Application of chakra stones in professional gemstone wellness

The stones can be placed on the respective chakras. If you want to support a specific chakra, simply place the corresponding stone on the area for a while or stick the stone to the skin for a while if you do not want to lie down. However, Chakra Gemstone Balance® is also a treatment in its own right. You can use it at the beginning or end of a wellness treatment (e.g., massage) or as a separate treatment.

To do this, place the stones on the chakras of the person being treated, starting from the bottom and working your way up. Take enough time (at least three long breaths) between placing each new stone and simply observe. Then let your client rest for a while. Stay nearby during this time and pay attention to how your client is doing.

When you notice increasing relaxation, deep breathing, or a joyful expression on their face, you know that a "good point" has been reached. Then remove the stones in reverse order, i.e., from top to bottom. This usually happens faster than placing the stones. If the stones were placed directly on the skin, some may seem to be "stuck." Leave these in place for a moment longer, as they are still "working."

Once you have removed the last stone, your client will almost always take a deep breath or open their eyes. Ask them how they are feeling and tell them that they can lie there for a moment and enjoy the experience. Please also remember to exchange any energies you have absorbed and to cleanse the room and the stones.

Tips for cleansing gemstones

Important information about chakra treatment

• The assigned stones are placed from bottom to top and removed in reverse order.

• To activate or harmonize individual chakras, you can also wear the stone on your body during the day.

• Light spiral massage of the individual chakras (starting with the 1st chakra) or of a preferred chakra with the corresponding stone: massage intuitively in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. This can be different for each chakra.

• Be mindful and attentive to your treatment partner's reactions.

• The duration of the treatment can range from a few minutes to a quarter of an hour. Always pay attention to your partner's reactions and correct the position of the stones if necessary.

• If you have no experience with chakra treatments, intuitive work is the best choice. Pay attention to how the stone wants to turn or move, so to speak. In general, clockwise rotation brings energy, while counterclockwise rotation removes excess energy.

• If you do not feel compelled to place a particular stone, then please do not do so.

• When removing the stones, it has proven to be very beneficial to briefly place your hand on the spot where the stone was lying – as a form of protection and sealing, so to speak.

• The stones in the Lapis Vitalis Chakra Set correspond in their effect to the theme of the respective chakra, but the stones can also be placed intuitively in a different order. What is important is your mindfulness and your intention to do good.

Concluding the chakra treatment with gemstones

Let your client rest covered for a while and then take a closer look at them. Perhaps they have a smile on their face that they didn't have before, or their facial muscles are noticeably more relaxed and the lines are less visible than before. Perhaps your client will also stand up with a realization that they would not have had without the treatment. Don't they really look "more beautiful"?

And that is what the Chakra treatment of Edelstein-Balance® is all about: awakening and bringing to light your own inner beauty. Reawakening love for ourselves and activating our self-healing powers.

The limits of using gemstones

Since ancient times, humans have used gemstones to support their well-being. However, these self-applications are by no means a substitute for medical or naturopathic treatment. It is therefore essential to be aware of the limitations of this method.

If you experience any discomfort during or after a treatment, you should seek professional advice. Gemstone treatments should not be carried out if you have a fever, serious illness, or mental disorder. During pregnancy, you should obtain the consent of a doctor beforehand. This also applies if you are taking medication.

If in doubt, you should always consult your doctor or naturopath before use. As each person reacts individually, no guarantee or liability can be assumed for the effectiveness or safety of the applications described.