There are a great number of crystals readily available to assist in your personal energy, healing and spiritual efforts.  You may wish to choose your personal stone by sight, instinct, after having undertaken research, or even randomly.  Here are some suggestions to try when you are selecting your personal crystal.  The easiest and most direct way to select your personal stone is by scanning the selection before you and select the stone that catches your attention.  The stone you select intuitively may stay with you your entire life; or as you change and grow spiritually and emotionally, your preference for a personal stone may also change.  Color is another way to select your personal stone.  Here's the process to follow:  (1) Have a selection of stones before you.  (2) Close your eyes and allow your breathing to settle. (3) Have the intention that when you open your eyes, you will be drawn to a crystal that is appropriate for your personal stone.  (4) Open your eyes and pay attention to where they come to rest. (5) The crystal upon which your eyes are drawn can be your personal stone.  Another method to consider is reading about the qualities of stones.  It is a good idea to consider several sources, as a large number of books and web sites are available with information about the powers and properties of stones.  Some crystals might seem to match your personality and be an appropriate personal stone; while others might help you develop traits and abilities you would like to adopt.  Here are two random selection methods to consider:  Method One: (1) Place your stones inside a cloth bag. (2) Relax and slow down your breathing. (3) Have a clear intention in your mind to find a personal stone for a specific purpose or for that day. (4) Dip your hand into the bag and pull out a stone. (5) If you like, you can look up the attributes of the stone you've chosen in a reference book or on the web as a way to have a clearer understanding of relevant guidance or advice the stone represents.  Method Two: (1) Cut or tear as many small pieces of paper as you have stones.  (2) Write your name on one piece of paper, shuffle the papers and lay them face down.  (3) Place a stone on top of each of the pieces of paper. (4) Turn each paper over until your find the one with your name written on it.  This can be your personal stone for the day.  You can look up the attributes of the stone you've chosen in a reference book or on the web as a way to have a clearer understanding of relevant guidance or advice the stone represents.  Source: Crystal Decoder by Sue Lilly
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