A good night's sleep is absolutely necessary for overall good health. After just a couple of sleepless nights you will experience a sharp decline in almost all mental functions. Over time this can build into quite a disability often without you even realizing it. Sleep is still a mysterious act, not a lot is understood but the effects are obvious. memory is affected, logic, peacefulness, desire and motivation all can suffer. The real problems in life come from poor decision making and one needs a peaceful rested mind in order to make proper decisions.
One method that can help with you sleep problems is the use of crystals. your body consists of seven chakra points with the root, solar plexus and sacral chakra points being the ones most closely tied to sleep. When we talk of sleeping well and chakras the issues tend to be ones of trust, forgiveness and control. Here are some stones that may help.
Jade can help a great deal in overall relaxation. If you've had any health issues Jade can provide some relief. A simple piece of jade jewelry worn a few hours before going to bed can help in bringing calmness. Sodalite is another crystal that promets peace and calmness. A little chunk of Sodalite under your pillow may help with relaxing the mind.
Chaos can be fought with Garnet. Garnet can help with personal nervous energy and help increase your overall sense of security. Lepidolite also helps with your sense of well-being. Change is always inevitable but it can often create unwanted stress. This stone helps to accept it.Lepidolite can reduce overall muscle tension by simply holding it in your hand (loosely).
If you suffer from headaches then you should look at Amethysts as an aid. A nice necklace made of amethysts may help as it is an overall Master Healer and will aid in rebalancing your life. Amethysts works with the heart chakra. Traditionally the heart chakra is associated with anger and resentment which could explain some of the headaches (remember these are often buried in the subconscience).
Probably the most widely used crystal is the simple clear crystal though there is nothing simple about it. Often associated with the Crown Chakra or spirituality and enlightenment. Clear crystals are used to help reorganized energy. You life and your mind can become frazzled and unsettled from time to time, clear crystals will help to bring back your natural balance. This is why crystal balls have traditionally been used by truth seekers as it helps to clarify the mind and yes staring into a clear crystal can have a positive effect on you.
Finally one of the best known stones for relaxing a restless mind is moonstone. Used for centuries as relief for insomnia it can alleviate emotional tension. As with most crystals it aids in self-confidence and composure.
Finally for the nights that you really can't sleep it is important to get up and do something. Go for a walk or do some writing; be productive. instead of focusing your energy on the lack of sleep and what you couldn't accomplish thus creating more tension you can feel good about what you were able to accomplish with the 'extra' time. feeling better about yourself and your accomplishments should also help in relaxation and sleeping better.
