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Beautiful and glassy, black obsidian has been used by healers and shamans for thousands of years because of its many healing and grounding benefits. Thankfully, you don’t have to be a shaman to enjoy the wonderful effects of obsidian. From communicating with spirit guides to plain old good luck, the benefits of this volcanic wonder are easy to come by when you add it to your crystal collection. In this article, we’ll walk you through all the great things about black obsidian, plus show you how to use it for the best results. If you’re ready to gaze into its shiny surface, keep scrolling!
Things You Should Know
- Use black obsidian to find the source of physical, emotional, and spiritual ailments and empower yourself to work through them.
- Carry, meditate with, or place obsidian around your home to enjoy benefits like blocking negative energy, grounding yourself, and good luck.
- Cleanse your obsidian with moonlight or a sound bath every 2-3 weeks so it can ground and guide you to its fullest ability.
Steps
Expert Q&A
- QuestionWhat is black obsidian best used for?Emily ChristensenEmily Christensen is a Shamanic Spiritual Advisor, Reiki Master, and the Founder of Rainbow Raaja based in Southern California and now King County, Washington. Emily has over six years of experience as a Massage Therapist and in using tarot cards, crystal therapy, light work (reiki, light codes, energy therapy), and shamanic healing. She received Reiki Master training from the Hands on Healing Institute. Emily is also a certified Bodywork Therapist by the California Massage Therapy Council and an Ordained Shamanic Minister with the Universal Life Church.
Crystal Healing Therapist & Founder of Rainbow RaajaIt helps people tune into their natural discernment qualities. And also helps with protection, warding off psychic attacks or even interdimensional attacks.
Tips
- Obsidian is also known as “nature’s glass” because of its shiny, glassy appearance.[30]Thanks
- Black obsidian is not a birthstone, but it’s often associated with the zodiac signs Scorpio and Sagittarius.Thanks
Warnings
- If you’re experiencing severe or prolonged medical issues like pain, prostate problems, or vitamin deficiencies, consult a medical doctor for diagnosis and treatment.Thanks
- Obsidian is very sharp when it cracks or shatters. Handle all obsidian with care to avoid cuts or serious injury.Thanks
- Obsidian is meant to be used as an external healing aid. Do not consume black obsidian to treat physical or spiritual ailments.[31]Thanks
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