In this stressful life, finding peace has become very difficult. People do not have time even for themselves, then how to get some rest in this ever-running world? Tapping within yourself and resting your soul will need a lot of your energy and sometimes you also need a push. Healing crystal will help you three. Crystals or gemstones have immense powers and powerful energies that you can use to give you the push you need, to relax, heal, and find peace.
Crystals have a long history, they have always been used during spiritual practices and therapies because energies are highly connected. These energies can help you too. Specific crystals have specific powers, so here in this blog, we have mentioned different crystals and their benefits. Use the crystals you need for the betterment of your life.
Crystals are solid materials that are formed under the earth of different materials and compounds. The chemical composition of different crystals is very distinctive. Since these crystals are found naturally on Mother Earth, they are believed to have energies that will connect to you when you wear them, bringing you positivity. These energies can heal your mind, body and soul, release blocked energies, and transform the aura, hence are known as healing crystals.
It is believed that crystals and gemstones vibrate at certain frequencies which impacts the different parts of our body and aspects of our lives. Therefore, every gemstone has its own speciality and will benefit you in that specific field. For example, Amethyst stone is known to heal you emotionally.
Crystal healing has become a very popular alternative medicine practice over the years, even though there is no scientific basis for these beliefs. People state their experiences and claim that they can feel their energies make changes in their lives, improving their lifestyle and helping them heal themselves from their past traumas as well as long-term illnesses.
Now, let's learn about crystals and their benefits so that you can choose your gemstones.
Here are some of the best crystals used by crystal gems healers during therapies and spiritual practices:-
The purifying and healing amethyst is a purple-hued quartz that is known to bring calmness and relaxation to you. It reduces anxiety, cures depression and heals you from past traumas, helping you overcome grief or loss, and bringing balance and peace. It is known as a natural tranquillizer for its emotional healing powers.
This pink stone is the epitome of love and compassion as it opens your heart and increases love in your life. It will enhance self-love as well as love for others. Indeed, will bring you romance and attract your soul mate to you. Natural rose quartz will also boost kindness, empathy and forgiveness.
The Yellow golden citrine stone with its hue and shine shows and brings warmth and happiness. This lively crystal is a natural mood booster, it enhances the energies and brings balance. Protecting from negative energies like bad omens, it also shields you from apathy and sadness, increasing optimism in your life. Citrine stone or Sunela stone is also known to attract prosperity and help in manifesting success.
This gemstone is very popular around the world as the master healer because it is believed that this crystal will amplify the energies and properties of other stones, hence you should always use it in combination with others. It is also a powerful cleanser and balancer that clears negative energy, enhances concentration, and boosts your body’s natural healing process.
The tiger eye gemstone resembles the eye of a tiger which is where it has gotten its name. This gem will boost your motivation, and remove the self-doubts. It will also remove fears and anxiety, helping you approach the situation with confidence. You will be able to make clear decisions.
The red gemstone, ruby is known to enhance the self-confidence, boldness and courage in its user. It is in relation to the sun, astrologically and so will bring you to a position of authority or leadership. Indeed, the gem is known to attract sensuality, increasing vitality and energy levels. The gem will strengthen the heart and regulate the circulatory system as well.
Moonstone, the striking crystal have a calming aura like the moon. It is a symbol of purity that is known to guide you towards new beginnings. It encourages inner growth and helps you move forward in life, leaving the instability and feelings of doubt behind. It will also enhance your intuition which will guide you in the right direction.
Lapis Lazuli is a beautiful blue-hued gemstone that is known for its beautiful appearance because of the textures of gold, white or black seen on its surface. This stone is a stone for your nervous system. It will heal you, bring out the inner truth and help you realize your desires. It is also used widely as talismans because of its protective powers. It will shield you from any farm including evil spirits, bad omens and black magic.
The bloodstone will remove the negative energies from around you and will create a soothing environment for you. It will enhance your creativity levels and will also promote selflessness in you. The gem will also bring you patience, reducing aggressiveness. Bloodstone as the name symbolizes also cures ailments related to blood. It helps regulate the menstrual cycle in women.
Black Tourmaline is often used as a grounding stone as it helps to stabilize the energies of the body and brings balance. It also protects its user from psychic attacks and absorbs negative energies. Its spiritual properties will bring you peace of mind and enhance awareness.
But, With so many crystals, how to choose one? Know in the next section -
Gemstones are specific in their frequencies and vibrations such as the amethyst activates the crown chakra, rose quartz enhances unconditional love, and citrine boosts confidence and warmth.
But, which ones should you use? How will you decide on the healing crystals for you? That depends on how you feel, your intuition will guide you in this process.
If you are confused, you can start by creating a crystal grid and asking yourself questions like “What do I need the most in my life right now?”, If your answer is love, better sleep and finding inner peace, you can go for rose quartz, moonstone and amethyst.
Similarly, if you need inner strength, wear a moonstone. For sexuality and sensitivity, use ruby and for removing fears & self-doubt, the tiger eye gem is the healing crystal for you.
You have to set your intentions while choosing them. Your intentions will set your energies and then only the stone’s powers will resonate with you. Have your faith in the process of healing with crystals, get your intentions clear and then trust your gut feelings in choosing the gems. They will call out to you, you will automatically feel a connection. It can be a colour, a shape, or a type that may catch your eye, don’t ignore the feeling.
These Crystals are gifts from the earth that keep on giving as long as you keep them clean and use them with good intent.
Once you have selected your stones, you must be wondering how to use healing crystals. How to heal with crystals? Well, the first thing you should keep in mind is that you should cleanse them to remove any negative energy they might contain before they get to you. You can use sage, incense, sound vibration, Holy water, etc for cleansing.
Now, to let the positive energies flow through you, hold your stones or crystals in your hands and concentrate or meditate. Focus on your intentions and visually what you want to manifest. You can also use prayer beads and chant mantras to gain these high vibrational energies.
You can also use them in your everyday life by keeping them close and keep getting their benefits.
You can use crystals in your everyday life by many easy ways:-
You can carry them (small crystals) with you in your purse or wallet.
Wear them as jewellery so that they keep in touch with you like a pendant, ring or bracelet.
You can create a crystal grid at your home and let the energies purify your house and consume all your family with its positivity.
Decorate your home or office with them, keeping them in a glass plate or bowl. You can also get a crystal tree.
You can use crystal water bottles and drink water regularly from them.
There are products available made of crystals to use for make-up like Facial roller and Gua Sha stone.
You can use them as plant or candle holders as well as in the form of coasters.
The affirmations you say will let the universe know what you are asking from it and will regularly remind you of your intentions and goals as well. Say these intentions at least once a day to keep positivity coming your way on a constant basis.
I trust my intuition.
Peace is within me.
I attract abundance, prosperity and positivity into my life.
I trust the universe is on my side.
I will achieve my dreams and fulfil my purpose.
I am open to new possibilities, to learn and to grow.
I am at peace with myself, the others and the universe.
I encourage divine powers to reach me and heal me.
I am light, infinite, relaxed and full of love.
I believe in magic, miracles and myself.