The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Healing Crystals
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Healing Crystals
Properties, Uses, and More
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If you want to learn more about Crystals and their healing properties, you have come to the right place. One great way to start getting the most out of your day is to incorporate crystals into your life. They have endless benefits and can serve as adorable decorations too. This post will overview healing crystals and all the great ways to use them for your benefit. We are going to cover a lot in this post, including:
What are Healing Crystals?
Healing Crystals are essentially natural elements that’ve been formed from the earth’s elements of water, fire, earth, and air. They all have a specific structure called a crystalline structure. These units inside the crystals form a type of lattice inside, and there are six different types. These six lattice structures make up healing crystals and give each their own properties. They’re one of the oldest and most powerful healing tools on earth, and because of their formation created by earth, they can connect us to our spiritual side. They’re very effective tools for healing ailments, whether they are physical, psychological, or spiritual.
Crystal Properties
Structure (Crystal System):
Amorphous:
Contain no crystal system, so they aren’t technically crystals but are used as gems. However, they still have healing properties but that from one another
Examples: Amber, Apache Tears, Jet, Moldavite, Obsidian, Opal
Cubic(Isometric):
Help to promote success, self-growth/self-improvement, and amplifies energy
Examples: Diamond, Fluorite, Garnet, Gold, Pyrite, Sodalite
Hexagonal:
It helps with manifestation, brings new beginnings, and opportunities
Examples: Agate, Amethyst, Apatite, Aquamarine, Black Tourmaline, Carnelian, Citrine, Clear/Rose/Smoky Quartz, Emerald, Green Aventurine, Hematite, Jasper, Tiger’s Eye
Monoclinic:
Aids in the protection of all kinds
Examples: Azurite, Epidote, Howlite, Jade, Lodestone, Malachite, Moonstone, Selenite
Orthorhombic:
Cleanses and clears negativity, removes any blocks, restorative nature
Examples: Danburite, Fuchsite, Iolite, Peridot, Tanzanite, Topaz
Tetragonal:
Promotes attraction, like a magnet, attracts things/people toward us
Examples: Apophyllite, Rutile, Zircon
Triclinic:
Blocks negativity or any outside energies
Examples: Amazonite, Labradorite, Larimar, Kyanite, Rhodonite, Turquoise, Sunstone(Aventurine Feldspar)
Shape:
Raw/Rough:
Powerful energy but can be sporadic
Polished/Tumbled:
Gentle energy, energy is softer and more even than raw crystals
Point/Tower:
Good for healing and manifestation, amplifies energy and directs focused energy upward
Clusters:
Suitable for charging other crystals, radiates energy, and will bring unity to a space
There are more shapes than mentioned above, but these are the more common crystal shapes you’ll find. More include cubes, hearts, bowls, pyramids, eggs, geodes, spheres, and more.
Color:
Each crystal color has healing properties that go along with it. So choosing crystals by their color and the properties you are looking for can be a great idea. For example, selecting crystals by color could be an excellent place to start if you want protection, prosperity, love, or anything in between.
Red
Properties:
Grounding, Survival, Motivation, Passion, Action, Strength, Success, Stability, Courage, Will-Power, Energy, Self-Confidence
Crystals:
Garnet, Ruby, Blood Agate, Red Jasper, Red Tiger’s Eye, Red Goldstone, Red Calcite, Red Jade
Chakra:
Root
Orange
Properties:
Confidence, Creativity, Self-Esteem, Personal Power, Joy, Friendship, Happiness, Sexuality
Crystals:
Carnelian, Amber, Sunstone, Orange Calcite, Golden Tiger’s Eye, Orange Jasper, Agate, Fire Agate, Tangerine Quartz, Orange Aventurine, Peach Moonstone, Orange Apatite
Chakra:
Sacral
Yellow/Gold
Properties:
Focus, Self-Worth, Prosperity, Communication, Concentration, Optimism, Clarity of Thoughts, Expression
Crystals:
Citrine, Yellow Calcite, Honey Calcite, Tiger’s Eye, Topaz, Amber, Yellow Jasper, Pyrite, Yellow Aventurine, Yellow Agate, Yellow Jade, Yellow Fluorite
Chakra:
Solar Plexus
Green
Properties:
Abundance, Prosperity, Security, Love in all Aspects, Growth, Good Luck, Forgiveness, Compassion, Change, Healing, Connection to Nature
Crystals:
Peridot, Amazonite, Aventurine, Jade, Emerald, Moss Agate, Moldavite, Serpentine, Malachite, Green Calcite, Green Opal
Chakra:
Heart
Blue
Properties:
Balance, Peace, Intuition, Wisdom, Loyalty, Trust, Inner Harmony, Reflection, Calming, Protection when Traveling, Expression, Courage
Crystals:
Aquamarine, Turquoise, Sodalite, Blue Calcite, Blue Lace Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Howlite, Kyanite, Sapphire, Labradorite, Blue Aventurine, Blue Fluorite
Chakra:
Throat, Third Eye
Purple
Properties:
Spiritual Awareness & Growth, Intuition, Connection to Higher Self, Imagination, Inner Wisdom, Meditation, Inspiration, Meaningful Dreams, Self-Knowledge
Crystals:
Amethyst, Purple Fluorite, Lavender Jade, Purple Calcite, Lepidolite, Ametrine, Amethyst Quartz, Sugilite, Charoite
Chakra:
Crown, Third Eye
Pink
Properties:
Compassion, Kindness, Unconditional Love, Self-Love, Self-Acceptance, Romance, Soothe, Comfort
Crystals:
Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Pink Opal, Pink Kunzite, Pink Apatite, Pink Fluorite, Pink Tourmaline, Pink Calcite
Chakra:
Heart
White/Clear
Properties:
Intuition, Inspiration, Clarity, New Beginnings, Peace, Connection to Higher Realms, Unity, Amplify, Wholeness, Sense of Purpose
Crystals:
Quartz, Selenite, Howlite, Moonstone, Opal, White Jade, White Agate, Danburite, White Calcite, Milky Opal
Chakra:
Crown, Third Eye, Sacral
Brown
Properties:
Grounding, Connection to Earth & Nature, Nurturing, Security, Stability, Comfort, Sense of Belonging, Processing Grief
Crystals:
Smoky Quartz, Agate, Jasper, Sandstone, Bronzite, Brown Apatite, Tiger’s Eye
Chakra:
Root
Black/Grey
Properties:
Protection, Security, Grounding, Expelling Negativity, Safety
Crystals:
Hematite, Black Onyx, Obsidian, Black Tourmaline, Apache Tears, Black Calcite, Black Jade, Black Opal, Labradorite, Lodestone, Smoky Quartz, Jet
Chakra:
Root
Energy
Crystals possess two types of energy: Projective Energy and Receptive Energy. Just like the polarity of the universe, crystals also have opposing energies linked to them, which serve fundamental purposes. Knowing the type of energy each crystal has can help you decide what crystals to use for your desires and needs.
Projective
Yang
Masculine
Strong, Powerful, Active, Bright
Fire, Air
Black, Red, Orange, Yellow
Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus
Protection from Negative Energy, Self Confidence and Willpower, Grounding, Prosperity & Success
Examples: Black Tourmaline, Hematite, Onyx, Garnet, Jasper, Carnelian, Citrine, Yellow Calcite, Amber, Tiger’s Eye, etc.
Receptive
Yin
Feminine
Calm, Soothing, Passive, Meditative, Spiritual
Earth, Water
Green, Blue, Purple, Pink, White, Grey
Heart, Throat, Third Eye, Crown
Aids in Meditation, Intuition, Love, Peace & Healing, Inner Wisdom, Inspiration, Compassion
Examples: Amethyst, Jade, Quartz, Moonstone, Rose Quartz, Malachite, Peridot, Green Aventurine, Blue Lace Agate, Sodalite, Selenite, etc.
Choosing a Crystal
Each Crystal has unique properties, which means they also have particular uses. Therefore, knowing precisely what Crystal to choose and how/when to use it can get overwhelming and confusing. Whether you are deciding on what Crystal to purchase or your collection has gotten large, and you want to know which to use, here are some helpful tips:
Color/Specific Healing Properties:
Deciding what properties you want to incorporate, such as healing, protection, love, or communication, is a great place to start. Then, you can choose a crystal based on the properties mentioned above.
How they make you feel:
It’s okay if you don’t have a specific intention for what you want your Crystal to do for you. You can start simply by holding it in your hand and seeing how it makes you feel. If it makes you feel good, then go with that one. It can be as simple as that.
What is your eye drawn to?:
Another simple way to pick a crystal is to browse your or a shop’s collection. Just look around and admire them to see if you get an intuitive feeling. This could mean that a crystal is calling you, and that’s the one to work with..
How to Use Crystals
There are countless ways to use healing crystals. Use them to your advantage, and there’s no right way to use them as long as you use safety precautions for each crystal. So have fun and experiment with different methods to see what works for you. Below are some ways to use healing crystals.
Hold and meditate
The most common way to use healing crystals is either holding them in your hands or placing them on your body (usually aligning with chakras) and meditating.
Wear
There are so many ways to wear your crystals. You can find rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and all kinds of jewelry to channel their energy wherever you go.
Carry with you
This works best if you carry a polished crystal in your pockets or a bag.
Around the house
If you want to bring healing energies to any of your spaces, this is a great option; they double as beautiful decorations.
Near your bed
Some crystals aid in getting a restful night and even promote good dreams, so placing them under your pillow or near your bed is a great option.
Take a bath
Place water-safe crystals into your bath for a magically energetic experience. Make sure the crystals are safe for use in the bath because some may contain harmful substances like aluminum.
Programming Crystals
Programming a crystal is essentially putting your energy and intentions into it to help you with precisely what you desire. You can put your energy into a crystal, so it knows what you want assistance with, and it will begin directing its energy for that purpose. An example of this would be if you have an important interview, you can choose a crystal and visualize what outcome you want, which will help you gain the confidence you need to accomplish it.
Pick
Choose a crystal with the vibration and energy you are trying to lean into. For example, if you need help staying true to yourself during a meaningful discussion, you can choose Turquoise to help speak your truth.
Hold
Take your crystal and hold it in the palm of your hand
Set Intention
Start by telling the crystal what you need its help with and be clear with how it can aid you. Next, try to get into the vibration of the energy you are trying to facilitate. This can look like wearing an outfit you are confident in to raise your vibe and operate from a place of confidence and joy. State your intention to your crystal in an affirmative way as if you already have what it is you are looking to do. For example, “I am loved”, “I am confident”, or “I light up the room when I walk in”.
Cleansing Crystals
Cleansing Crystals allows you to remove any negative energy they may have picked up. This could be from practice, or if it’s a new crystal that you just bought, many other people have likely handled it. This means the crystal may have energy from different people that might have negative energy with them, so it’s even more important to cleanse. Another great reason to cleanse a crystal is if you program it to help you for a specific reason and no longer need it. Again, it’s a good idea to cleanse it to clear out any energy it may have absorbed from that event.
Best Methods to Cleanse Crystals:
Selenite:
This is a very easy way to cleanse crystals because you can place a selenite wand/stone with your crystals wherever you store them.
Smoke (White Sage / Incense):
Smoke is a popular and effective way to cleanse. You can choose whatever incense or sage you want to remove energy and cleanse.
Water:
Put them in water, and it’s a bonus if you use a natural water source like a lake or stream. Just check the list below to see if your crystal is water safe.
Salt:
You can use a bowl of salt or salt water to cleanse because it absorbs all the negative energy. However, check below to see if your crystal is salt and water safe before proceeding.
Sound (Singing Bowl / Meditation Music):
This is a very versatile technique for cleansing because you can use any healing frequency, meditation music, or singing bowl to cleanse effectively.
Crystals that are Water Unsafe
Apatite
Celestine
Fluorite
Hematite
Kyanite
Labradorite
Malachite
Opal
Selenite
Turquoise
Crystals that are Salt Unsafe
Amber
Calcites
Opal
Moonstone
Kyanite
Kunzite
Topaz
Turquoise
Raw or Rough Stones
Charging Crystals
Charging Crystals isn’t the same as cleansing because cleansing removes energies, but charging restores the crystal to its naturally powerful state. It energizes and allows them to work at their optimal level. You can input whatever energy you want into the crystal with intention after they’re charged. Charging should be done on a fairly regular basis. You can often tell if a crystal needs charging if it doesn’t seem as powerful or works as effectively as you would like. Charging them on a full moon once a month is an excellent place to start.
Best Methods for Charging:
Full Moon:
Place it either on a windowsill that receives moonlight or place outside to soak up the moonlight
Sunlight:
Allow your crystals to soak up the sun's powerful energy for a few hours during the day. Be sure that they are crystals that are safe to be in direct sunlight for some time.
Soil:
A powerful way to charge crystals is burying them in the soil outside or in the soil of an indoor plant to reconnect them with the earth and let the earth charge them.
Safe Storage & Maintenance
It’s essential to ensure you take care of your collection of healing crystals to ensure they maintain their integrity. Ensure you’re taking care of each crystal properly, as some require different storage and maintenance. Below are practical storage measures to take, whether you only have a few or an entire collection.
Larger Crystals and crystals you want to keep on display can be placed throughout your house. It just depends on wherever you intuitively decide to display their beauty. However, it would be best if you dusted them off occasionally with a soft cloth or any duster that is not abrasive.
Smaller Crystals can be stored in a selenite dish or on any tray or bowl of your choosing. Another great way to display crystals is on shelves. There’s a beautiful selection of crystal display shelves online if you choose this route. If you have a more extensive collection, you could store them in a plastic container/shoe box to keep them in excellent condition. If you do this, it’s a good idea to wrap the crystals in tissue paper if they are touching inside the container. It would even be wise to get containers with separate compartments for sorting.
Okay to store In Sunny Window
Amber
Black Obsidian
Black Onyx
Black Tourmaline
Carnelian
Howlite
Jade
Labradorite
Lapiz Lazuli
Moonstone
Malachite
Peridot
Sunstone
Avoid storing in Sunny Window:
Amethyst
Ametrine
Apatite
Aquamarine
Aventurine
Calcite
Celestite
Citrine
Fluorite
Kunzite
Opal
Quartz
Sapphire
Topaz
Turquoise
Benefits & Pairings
The benefits of incorporating healing crystals into your life are truly endless! There is no reason you shouldn’t start using them. Even if you don’t want to work with crystals to help you, they’re still the perfect addition to any space. They can transform any room from dull to dazzling. So if you’re looking to upgrade your life, now is the time to start incorporating crystals. They can help you in all areas of your life by interacting with the energy around you. They can help align your mind, body, and soul. The possibilities are endless, and below are a few ideas. Here are some great crystal pairings to amplify energy and help you achieve whatever you desire:
Clear Energy Blocks:
Black Tourmaline & Smoky Quartz
Creativity:
Carnelian & Tiger’s Eye
Happiness:
Citrine & Amber
Love:
Rose Quartz & Peridot
Manifestation:
Clear Quartz & Citrine
Prosperity/Success
Pyrite & Jade
Citrine & Green Aventurine
Protection:
Black Tourmaline & Labradorite
Sleep:
Amethyst & Smoky Quartz
Stress Relief:
Hematite & Smoky Quartz
As you embark on your crystal healing journey, remember that the most important aspect is to trust your intuition. Each person's experience with crystals is unique, so listen to your inner guidance when choosing and working with them. By maintaining an open mind and heart, you can tap into the immense healing potential of crystals and unlock a world of spiritual growth and transformation.
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