ChakraIn Hindu and yogic traditions, seven primary energy centers along the spine: Root (red), Sacral (orange), Solar Plexus (yellow), Heart (green), Throat (blue), Third Eye (indigo), and Crown (violet/white).KundaliniA dormant spiritual energy coiled at the base of the spine. Certain crystals (especially those aligned with the Root and Crown Chakras) are believed to support its awakening and upward flow.NavaratnaThe "nine gems" of Vedic astrology representing the nine celestial bodies: Ruby (Sun), Pearl (Moon), Red Coral (Mars), Emerald (Mercury), Yellow Sapphire (Jupiter), Diamond (Venus), Blue Sapphire (Saturn), Hessonite (Rahu), Cat's Eye (Ketu).Jyotish (Vedic Astrology)The ancient Indian system of astrology that prescribes specific gemstones based on planetary positions in a birth chart. Each of the nine planets has a primary gemstone and substitutes.BirthstoneA gemstone associated with a birth month, zodiac sign, or nakshatra. Modern birthstone lists were standardized by the American Gem Trade Association in 1912 and updated in 2002.CleansingEnergetically resetting a crystal by removing accumulated energies. Methods include moonlight, sunlight, running water, sound, selenite, sage smoke, and earth burial. Some stones (like selenite and kyanite) are self-cleansing.ProgrammingSetting a specific intention into a crystal. Hold the stone, clear your mind, and focus on your desired outcome. Clear quartz is the most programmable stone.GroundingThe practice of energetically connecting to the Earth to feel stable and centered. Root Chakra stones like black tourmaline, hematite, and smoky quartz are primary grounding stones.