(L. scruatari = to look at) is a form of divination which uses crystals, crystal balls, water, fire or other shiny objects of fascination as the focus.

Learning to scry can be frustrating for those who lack patience. Let's face it fine tuning your psychic ability takes discipline, self control and submission. One must focus on the object, free the mind of outside influence and all things that distract one from the task at hand. One must be open to impressions and not be distracted by images in the periphery of vision.

Pick a tool that suits you, any one will do. The choice is totally up to you. The most important thing is that you are comfortable with it.

  The crystal ball.
The most popular tool for scrying. It can be glass, crystal or plastic. The most common balls are made from optical quality glass. They are ground round and polished to be absolutely clear. I saw one at trade show made by corning. It was stunning. Of course the most expensive balls are those that are ground and polished quartz, or other clear material. The least expensive balls are cast out of acrylic plastic. Keep in mind plastic scratches more easily, but works just the same.

  The scrying stone
This piece us usually worn around the neck and can be of any polished crystal. It need not be a sphere. Size and shape are left to individual choice. Again it's what makes the reader comfortable not the object itself.

  The Mirror.
This can be a regular mirror or piece of glass with the back painted black.

  The scrying cup.
Usually an ordinary tea cup that has the inside painted black. Water is poured into the cup and the reader looks into the water. A plain bowl can be used with black liquid added to make an dark surface.

  A Fire.
The dancing flame of a fire can be used as a scrying tool or the single flame of a candle.

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