In many circumstances the placebo effect is superior to common medical environments. I was completely dismissive of homeopathy until I came to understand its actual appeal. Obviously there is no proven physical mechanism of the substance itself; the water is just part of the ritual. The ritual of being cared for and being paid special attention to by another person who cares that you get better and can do nothing for you but give you that attention you need is 100% placebo oriented medicine and 0% drug.
I was dismissive about crystals as well, but the reality is that if you are aware of them they are in some way altering your awareness by being present. The way they alter your awareness could be as simple as noticing an interesting looking stone, a reminder that there is a vast unknown and many others trying to find their way as you are, or a meditation weight and focus. I don’t know about crystal effects on vibrations other than to know that mass is literally energy and different compositions of molecular structures could have effects on the immediate environment beyond our ability to yet measure. I’m most comfortable saying that crystals definitely have some effect, definitely have assisted others in their healing journeys in some form or another, and beyond that I do not know many specifics.
brucethemoose@lemmy.world 3 months ago
I mean, humans do all sorts of wierd, irrational, ritualistic things.
Did you buy your wife a diamond ring? Or at least gold? :P
spankinspinach@sh.itjust.works 3 months ago
I think this is the perfect response haha. Ppl find comfort where they can in the world, even if it looks a little whacky. So long as it’s not hurting anyone, let them have their whacky
brbposting@sh.itjust.works 3 months ago
lil private giggles about it seem fairly unobjectionable
Transporter_Room_3@startrek.website 3 months ago
No, I made the ring from sapphire (birth stone) and silver. Jewelry is easier than you might think when you’ve been doing small metalwork for knife handles, pommels, and guards.
MutilationWave@lemmy.world 3 months ago
Birth stones huh? More magical woo. No for real that’s awesome.
Transporter_Room_3@startrek.website 3 months ago
Lol at least she just thinks they’re pretty instead of thinking it’ll balance her energies.
kameecoding@lemmy.world 3 months ago
Wonder if they had a big wedding that cost quite a bit more than 200$
Transporter_Room_3@startrek.website 3 months ago
No, because large weddings are a waste of money and stress, neither of which I make enough money to afford.