Crystals and candles

I have recently been combining the use of crystals and candles much more than before to great effect. Not only is it beautiful to look at, I am also convinced that the efficacy of my crystal healing work is increased! 

My reasoning behind this is firstly to use some colour therapy to bring about the right vibes. So for example, if I want to power up my crystal work I use red candles, if I want something fresh and new I turn to green candles. 

But I am also interested in using the main elements of the world around us more. So these would be fire, earth, wind and water. So in using fire (with the candle flame) I am evoking a powerful force for change and vibrancy. This works best with strong and vibrant crystals* of course, and the combined energies have a much more potent affect. 

*Examples of these would be tiger's eye, citrine, hematite and red aventurine