How to Use a Pendulum by Phylameana lila Desy

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Person dangling amethyst Pendulum over another person for healing purposes. — DAM GAULT / SPL / Getty Images

Pendulums are often used as tools for spiritual healing and inner growth. Defined as objects attached at the end of a string or metal chain, when suspended from a stationary position, a pendulum will swing back and forth or in a circular motion.

The typical image of a pendulum is that of an object with four metal balls, such as that on an employee’s desk, also known as Newton’s pendulum. Alternatively, the image of a pendulum watch clock swinging back and forth may ring a bell.

What Are Pendulums Made of? How Are They Made?

Pendulums are made from a variety of materials including crystals, wood, glass, and metals.

The general consensus within the healing community is that using a wooden pendulum on a thread is the preferred option for receiving the greatest clarity. This is because both crystals, gemstones, and metals tend to absorb energies which could cloud or influence information.

How Pendulums Help With Healing

Pendulums promote healing with the process of Dowsing which seeks out invisible energies. This connects people to higher energies spiritually and can help locate any blocks in energy.

Person dowsing another person with pendulum for healing purposes. — ADAM GAULT / SPL / Getty Images

They are used as a form of reflection by asking questions to receive guidance, awareness, and understanding.

Balancing one’s chakras is also possible with pendulums, as pendulums tend to pick up on subtle vibrations to clear the body and balance mind, body, and spirit.

Thus, pendulum objects can help relieve forms of pain whether emotional or physical. To this end, it’s important when using a crystal pendulum to choose a method of cleansing or clearing crystal prior to the divination session, whether it be for healing or dowsing for answers.