There are a number of methods that are can be used to clear crystals and stones to restore their bright, happy, vibrant energy. Remember that when we clear stones, we aren't asking for it to be voided of energy - we are asking that it be restored. Whichever method you choose, focus on using it with intention of clearing unwanted energies and restore the beautiful, vibrant, energy that it naturally has.
Sunlight or Moonlight: The energy of the sun and moon are very clearing and cleansing, as well as energizing. Placing your stones outside if possible, or if need be, in a direct window where they can soak up the sunlight or moonlight for a day/night to a week. Some the colors of some stones may fade so take care to watch or use other methods for certain stones such as amethyst, celestite, opal, and turquoise. If you aren't sure, just use the moonlight.
Cover with Earth or Sand: Burying crystals and stones is very cleansing. Cover them in the ground for 3 to 7 days. Make sure you remember where you put them.
Salt Water: CAUTION - Some stones are not suites for this method.... This includes calcite, carnelian, halite, hematite, labradorite, spectrolite, lepidolite, lodestone (magnetite), mica, moldavite, opal, turquoise, ulexite, clusters of most stones, and others. When you do use salt water, do so cautiously and don't leave your crystals in it longer than absolutely necessary.
Crystal Sea Salt:Instead of salt water, crystals can be placed in dry, coarse sea salt for up to 12 to 24 hours. They can also be stored in sea salt to keep them from picking up energies from their surroundings. In humid areas, using sea salt could cause issues with some stones, so use with caution.
Smudging: Smudging is another popular way to clear crystals and stones. It's also a much quicker. To smudge them, start burning a smudge or white sage, palo santo or cedar, incense or sweet grass. You will then move the stone several times through the smoke.
Fresh Water: Moderately cool/room temperature fresh rainwater is best. For a quick clearing, you can run your stones under cool tap water. Extreme temperature water can crack or damage some crystals and stones.
Reiki Energy: Reiki is another methods of cleansing crystals. It is a method of channeling the universal life force energy to heal the crystal of non-natural and unwanted energies. Set your intent to heal the stone of any unwanted energies as yo concentrate on the stone.
Stone Clearing: Certain crystals will restore and clear the unwanted energies from other stones. Quartz crystal clusters, amethyst clusters, carnelian, kyanite, and selenite all work well for this. To use this method, just place the stone to be cleared on a the "clearing" stone, and leave for 24-48 hours. Many of us use this method by having a piece of selenite on our nightstand and placing our pocket stones in it at bedtime.
Prayer: This a simple ritual, but it can work quite well and is easy, and takes no supplies or materials. Simply ask (God/Goddess/Universe/etc.) to clear and energetically cleanse your crystal and to restore it to it's natural state of energy. You can also ask the divine of the crystal to clear itself. Form your request with specific intent and ask in a meditative or prayerful frame of mind. An example may be: "Devine, I just ask that you clear all unwanted energies from this crystal and restore it to it's natural, vibrant, energetic condition, for the best and highest good of all concerned. Thank you. Amen." This would be a great specific prayer. Your prayer would be based on your specific needs and conditions of your stone and situation.
Sound: Use a gong, prayer bells, chime, bell, or even chanting "OM" to restore your crystal. Holding your crystal in your hand, clang the gong or bell, then simply pass your crystal through the sound waves several times until it feels right to you. Trust your intuition as to how many times it needs to pass through the sound.
Candle Flame: Pass your stone very quickly through/above the flame of a white candle while focusing your intentions and verbally using the prayer method above. Be sure to move it quickly as to not damage, crack or burn your crystal. It should be fast and quick enough that the stone takes on no heat or soot. Repeat until the energy of the crystal feels clear.
We encourage you to use whatever method feels right to you at the time of the stone or crystal needing clearing. There are no right or wrongs with how to clear your stones. Trust your intuition and enjoy your stones and their beautiful energy.