How to Open Your Third Eye and Boost Your Psychic Abilities

To work on opening your third eye, people combine meditation, quiet attention to their intuition and dreams, and crystals linked with the third eye (brow) chakra, such as amethyst, labradorite, sodalite, lepidolite and kyanite. In the chakra system, the third eye chakra, or ajna, is the sixth energy centre and sits between the eyebrows; it is traditionally tied to intuition, insight and the so-called sixth sense. Below: what this chakra is said to do, the signs people associate with an imbalance, and how to use third eye crystals.

The Nature and Purpose of the Third Eye Chakra

Colour and symbol

Indigo represents the sixth chakra, known as the colour of wisdom and knowledge. This colour promotes the transformation of the lower chakra energies into higher and deeper spiritual energies.

The sign of the ajna chakra consists of the sacred Hindu symbol Om inside an inverted triangle. The triangle is positioned inside a circle in between 2 lotus petals. The triangle and the lotus flower petals symbolize higher wisdom, intelligence, and spiritual enlightenment.

On the whole, the ajna chakra symbol represents the direction of a person's energy to universal knowledge to achieve higher consciousness.

Location

The third eye chakra is at the center of the head. According to Candice Covington (a certified aromatherapist and spiritual guru), this chakra is connected to the pineal gland, the tiny pine cone-shaped gland situated at the base of the skull.

Besides secreting the hormone melatonin and controlling our sleep-wake cycle, the pineal gland is said to be responsible for our supreme universal connection.

Studies suggest a link between the pineal gland and the chemical N, N-dimethyltriptamine which supposedly influences our consciousness. This is why the chemical is sometimes called the spiritual molecule.

Function

The third eye chakra is associated with:

• Concentration
• Clarity
• Intuition
• Imagination
• Universal connection
• Spiritual perception

For psychics and energy workers, the third eye is the doorway to the spiritual world. Activating and nurturing the third eye helps bridge the disconnect between the self and the spirit, says Covington.

In parapsychology (the study of unexplainable mental phenomena and paranormal claims), the third eye is the channel for spiritual communication. A person whose third eye is open is said to have the following psychic abilities:

• Clairvoyance - Ability to see the future and the things other people cannot see
• Telepathy - Communication of thoughts and feelings between people's minds without talking or writing
• Aura perception - The ability to interpret people's moods, feelings, and mental state through the colours of their energy field
• Lucid dreaming - A type of dream wherein a person is aware that they're dreaming while in a dream
• Astral projection - The departure of the spiritual body from the physical body while sleeping

However, due to various behaviours and circumstances that happen in our lives, our ajna chakra can become weak, obstructed, and imbalanced.

What Happens When the Third Eye Chakra Is Imbalanced?

According to Arhanta Yoga, the following factors contribute to third eye chakra imbalance:

• Excessive desire for material objects (this separates us from our true self)
• Impatience
• Past traumatic experiences
• Negative thoughts that block our vision
• Declining spirituality that dulls our intuition

In chakra teaching, a blocked ajna is linked with feeling stuck: uncertainty, confusion, pessimism, cynicism, self-doubt, self-limiting beliefs and a lack of purpose.

These are spiritual ideas, not a diagnosis. If you have physical symptoms or are struggling with your mood, talk to a doctor or mental health professional.

Use Crystals to Open and Activate Your Third Eye Chakra

An active third eye chakra boosts your physical, mental, and spiritual well being. You're able to make good decisions with careful judgment and use your intuition to guide your decisions.

When energy is flowing well through this chakra, you remain in touch with your emotions. You are able to see things past your own perspective, honour your feelings, and get a clearer view of your life.

Other benefits of an open third eye include:

• Mental clarity
• Decisiveness
• Improved concentration
• Strengthened intuition Insight

In crystal lore, certain stones are linked with awakening and activating the third eye chakra. Indigo, violet, purple, blue, and white crystals match the ajna chakra, and people use them to open, align, and balance the third eye.

If you're ready to tap into the powers of your sixth sense, use the following crystals to activate your third eye chakra:

1. Amethyst

Known as a stone of spirituality, amethyst is traditionally kept close during meditation to prepare the mind, heart, and spirit for awakening. Many people also keep it by the bed for calmer, more restful nights.

When you're calm and well rested, you are more open to the works of the third eye. Amethyst unlocks your psychic powers and urges you to unleash your spiritual self.

Learn more about the properties of amethyst here

2. Labradorite

The iridescent labradorite acts as a throat, third eye, and crown chakra stone. As such, it connects you to your inner self, assists you during life transitions, and allows you to do life with wisdom and understanding of the bigger picture. Labradorite also covers you in protection in the process of unlocking your psychic powers.

More about labradorite in this blog

3.Sodalite

Although this stone is mainly for the throat chakra, sodalite also works well with the third eye chakra. As you transform into your higher self, sodalite shifts self-limiting beliefs to growth-oriented beliefs and connects you to your inner truth. This stone also empowers you to balance your left and right brain when making decisions and searching for solutions.

Learn more about sodalite here

4.Lepidolite

Going through a stressful stretch and finding it hard to concentrate? In crystal lore, lepidolite carries a soothing energy, and many people keep it close when their mind feels busy. It is also traditionally linked with harmony and stronger intuition.

Know more about lepidolite's properties

5. Kyanite

Meditation is key in opening your third eye, and kyanite can help you with this task. This loving stone helps you go deeper into your mind and have a focused meditation. When you need to solve a problem, kyanite elevates your logical thinking so you won't be doing things out of emotional impulse. This stone is also a great memory booster.

Learn about the meaning of kyanite in this post

6. Clear Quartz

As the master healer of crystals, clear quartz removes blockages in the chakras. It's a stone of clarity, bringing forth higher knowledge and intuition. Use clear quartz to align all your chakras and to expand your consciousness.

Check out the full properties of quartz here

How to Use the Third Eye Chakra Crystals

Here are simple ways to incorporate the power of third eye chakra into your life:

• When meditating, place your crystal on your third eye.
• Surround yourself with the third eye chakra crystals and use a singing bowl to activate the third eye.
• Wear the crystals as jewellery.
• Hold your stone and recite affirmations related to wisdom and clarity.
• Place your crystals under your pillow or on your nightstand to stimulate visions while you sleep.
• Hold or keep your crystals close when having tarot readings and other psychic practices.

In addition to crystals and meditation, you can also activate your third eye through yoga, prayer, dance, and essential oils. Covington suggests spending 10 minutes each day doing any of these practices to consciously activate your third eye chakra.

As you work with your third eye, Covington says you'll start to see visions and receive guidance messages. Practice following what your intuition or your gut feel tells you to grow your third eye.

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