Crystals are more than just pretty stones, they are powerful, natural healers of the mind, body, and spirit. Whether you are after a crystal to calm the mind, to provoke positive energy or provide good luck, there is a crystal for every need.
From crystals such as the Black Obsidian, known as the stone of truth for its ability to answer questions about life and love – to soothing Amazonite which has powers believed to release fear, trauma, and anxiety. The healing properties of crystals have been recognized by ancient cultures for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians were known to use crystals for protection and health, wearing gemstones as jewellery and including them in burials (Crystal Age).
Today crystals can be held, worn as jewellery, placed on your person - for a boost of good energy on the go, or around the home - for balanced living.
Tumblestone Crystals
Smooth smaller stones known as tumblestones are perfect if you want a crystal to handle. Smooth to touch and a few cms in size these stones can easily fit in a pocket, bag or be slipped into a bra to be worn as close to the body as possible. These little gems of magic can provide powerful protection and positive energy as you go about your day.
Placing crystals on your person enables the energy of the crystal to be easily transferred, enhancing your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through your chakras and aura (Vogue).
Chakra Crystals
There are 7 chakras (energy points) on the body, from the root chakra at the base of the spine to the crown chakra above the head. Each chakra distributes the energies of life throughout our bodies. Sometimes these lines can become blocked through trauma, depression or anxiety and crystals are a great way to connect, heal, and restore.
For more guidance on the Chakras and related crystals, check out this Chakra Crystals article by Anahana
There are chakra healing crystals suited for each specific chakra, For example the Orange Carnelian Crystal can be used to heal the Sacral Chakra, which stores creative and sexual energies. Known for its powers to motivate and provide courage, Carnelian is also believed to help timid speakers with confidence to be eloquent and bold.
How do I pick the right crystal?
Whether you are building your crystal collection or purchasing your first, it’s important to let your intuition guide you to the crystal you choose. Put the trust into your inner subconscious to pick the crystal that calls to you.
Take time to think about your needs, whether it’s emotional support, release of a fear or anxiety, confidence, overall vitality or a more specific requirement. Conscious consideration will also help boost your intuitiveness.
If you really don’t know what to pick, these 3 crystals are a great place to start:
Rose Quartz
A universal love stone, rose quartz attunes to energy of unconditional love and heals hearts. If you are looking for reassurance and deep inner healing from a wounded heart, this crystal is calling to you. Rose quartz opens the heart chakra, enabling self-love, romantic and familial love.
Amethyst
A powerful healer, protector, symbol of security, sincerity, and peace of mind. The purple amethyst is believed to repel negativity, calming the mind, enhancing meditation and visualization, psychic abilities, and spiritual awareness.
Tigers Eye
If you are looking for a release from fear, anxiety, indecisiveness, and clouded emotions, this crystal is for you. A powerful crystal that aids harmony and balance it will help you with clarity to make decisions, providing courage, self-confidence, and strength of will.
Other crystals for more specific needs include Larimar, which can be used as a worry stone for mothers, releasing anxiety during pregnancy and into parenthood. Gypsum Rose can help with emotions that are blocking you from living your life to its full potential, including grief and letting go. Rainbow moonstone is an ancient cure for insomnia. It can help with empathy and protection for travellers, so if you are going on a trip or know someone who is, this is a great crystal to carry with you.
Should I cleanse a crystal?
To unleash the positive energy within the crystal, we recommend you cleanse the crystal of any negative energy it may have picked up before it found its way to you. Cleansing can be done in a number of ways, including under cold water, salt water, sunlight and a full moon, depending on the crystal type. Living so close to the beach we recommend a dip in the ocean to cleanse most crystals is just perfect. Crystals can then be left in full sunlight or under the full moon at night to positively charge.
Ready to find the crystal that’s calling you?
We have a vast selection of crystals in store for you to browse, or you can check out our Crystal collection online. From tumble stones and gemstones to handcrafted crystal drops and keyrings, we are sure you can find the crystal your intuition is looking for.
You’ll find us wearing crystals; making with crystals; meditating with crystals or buying more crystals. We are never far from a crystal and the healing powers it brings. We’d love for you to say hi and chat crystals with us anytime.
Sending the healing power of crystals your way, the Pushkar team x