Insomnia is the basic condition where we struggle to fall asleep and when we do it might only be for short intervals where we might have nightmares or restless sleep. As a result we wake up moody, groggy or tired. Our brains are active and do not slow down at sleep time. We toss and turn and as a result feel irritated with the situation and our self.
Fortunately for us there are some really good stones that we can use for this condition.
Amethyst
As a calming stone, it brings balance and love. This stone calms the mind, expels fear and anxiety and can help protect against nightmares and psychic attack during sleep time. Amethyst can be worn as a pendent around the neck or placed on the Brow chakra for ten minutes. It can also be programmed and placed next to the bed to protect against psychic attack.
It is a stone that can facilitate OBE’s (out of body experiences) and can help stabilize psychiatric conditions but it is not advisable to use it in case of paranoia or schizophrenia.
Charoite
This stone can help reduce stress and anxiety, bringing about a relaxed state of being. It is a good stabiliser for emotional turmoil. Because it is a calming stone, it helps bring about peaceful sleep at night. Charoite can be worn against the skin or placed on the Heart chakra and Brow chakra.
Chrysoprase
Chrysoprase can help bring on relaxation and peaceful sleep while combating nightmares. It has a way of quieting the mind by overcoming compulsive thoughts and actions. This stone can be worn or placed on the skin. It has resonance with the solar Plexus and Heart chakra so can be placed on each for about ten minutes at a time.
Hematite
Hematite is a protective stone which helps combat harmful energies enter the aura. It balances the meridians which helps the energy in the body to flow better which in turns restores peace and harmony to the body. When we feel safe and protected it is easier to fall asleep.
Many people with the Indigo energy (children as well as the first wave now grown-ups) have a problem falling asleep at night. They either see or feel spirits in their rooms and as a result have a (sub) conscious fear of falling asleep. Use Hematite and other protective stones and learn to shield either with light or with the help of the angels.
Fear is a big reason for sleeplessness because the trust is not there that you will be safe during the time that you sleep. It will also help if you get your child a teddy bear or other soft toy and tell them that it is to keep them company while they sleep. This will help the child because they no longer feel so alone and vulnerable at night. I slept with a huge teddy bear on my bed until I was 21.
Lapis Lazuli
Another powerful protective stone, Lapis Lazuli recognizes psychic attack, blocks it and returns it to its source. It helps alleviate headaches and releases stress. It brings deep peace. According to Judy Hall (writer of the Crystal Bible series) Lapis Lazuli should be worn or positioned above the diaphragm, anywhere between the sternum and the top of the head. When placed on the chakras, place on the Solar Plexus, Heart, Throat, Brow or Crown chakras for ten minutes.
Lepidolite
This stone is a stress reliever stone and can also help alleviate depression. You can place a Lepidolite crystal under your pillow for relief from sleep disturbances. This stone resonates with the Crown chakra where you can place it for ten minutes when doing chakra work.
Sodalite
Sodalite is a protective stone which brings calm to the body and soul. It is a good stone to combat sleeplessness. Sodalite can be worn for long periods of time. When placed on the chakras for chakra work, place on the Brow chakra.
Verdalite (Green Tourmaline)
A stone of healing, it brings joy and balance. This stone helps to quiet the mind and because of this, it aids sleep. Verdalite is a calming stone that can calm hyper-active children and brings inner healing as well as healing of the body. It resonates with the Heart chakra and can be placed there for chakra work or worn as a pendent for long periods of time.