Crystals, Stones + Gems

health lifestyle Aug 23, 2021

As long as I can remember, I’ve been a lover of all things stones, rocks, crystals, gems and more. I used to beg my Mom to take my sister and I gem mining so I could experience and explore all the beautiful colors and qualities of each unique find. After a full and exciting day, I would pack all my treasures up safely to bring them home to my collection. I cherished my rock collection! It was a simple box, similar to a fishing tackle box, that housed all my goodies, but it was by far one of my most prized possessions in our home.

I would sit for hours examining each stone and crystal, noticing how each and every one had its own specific blueprint.

No wonder, as an adult, I am still drawn to these beautiful treasures from the Earth. The added benefit is that I now understand the powerful healing properties and energy that each stone, crystal and gem provide. Whether it be the protective qualities of Amethyst, the grounding energy of Jasper, the warm loving essence of Rose Quartz or the cleansing qualities of Selenite, I am hook line and sinker for it all!

I have been using therapy stones and crystals in my personal practice for years, and now I am so excited to bring their healing energy to our studio home.

If utilizing the benefits of crystals and stones is new to you… you are in the right place.

Here I am going to explain the many ways in which these treasures can be utilized in your daily life and practice to promote well-being, healing and enhance your quality of life. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list (to say the least), however my wish is to provide a great place to START on your exploration with crystals, stones and gems.

1. Clearing and Cleansing Negative/Stagnant/Sticky Energy: One of the best, and my favorite, ways to cleanse/clear unwanted energy is by placing a piece or wand of Selenite in the doorways of your home, bedroom or office. You can also wave Selenite over and around the edges of your body to release any sticky energy that you might have come in contact with throughout your day. Selenite can be placed near computers, televisions, cell phones and routers to balance any disruptive radioactive energy being released. You can also place your other crystals and stones on a Selenite tray for cleansing and re-booting of all their natural energy properties.

2. Protection: My favorite protective stone crystal is Amethyst. Not only is it spectacular to behold, it packs a heavy protective punch. The Amethyst actually creates an ultraviolet bubble of protective light around people and spaces in it’s realm. A great way to include Amethyst into your spiritual practice is by wearing a beautiful piece of jewelry, a necklace, earrings or bracelet, holding the stone. By wearing the crystal close to your body you are creating a strong energetic barrier to ward off any negative or unwanted energy into your field. You can also place a raw Amethyst cluster on your desk, window sill or bookshelf to enjoy the beauty and positive energetic properties it provides.

3. Self Love + Compassion: Ok, I know I’ve said that I LOVE all the previously mentioned stones before, but I REALLY LOVE this one: Rose Quartz. Rose Quartz is my all time favorite stone that I turn to again and again in my personal practice. Not only is this stone beautiful to behold, it also holds the most kind, tender, loving and compassionate energy that I have ever experienced from a crystal. Rose Quartz can be used in a myriad of different ways, but one of my favorite ways to utilize it’s healing strength is by placing it on my heart during meditation. While lying down I simply place the stone on my chest and allow it’s warm, comforting energy to sink into my being. Rose Quartz is also a powerful ally in calling in romantic love, mending damaged relationships with loved ones and calling in Universal love and understanding. I think we can all agree that the world could use more of that right now!

4. Physical + Emotional Strength: When I think of strength and stability, I think of Jasper. Jasper holds a gentle and relaxing energy that is solid as a rock. It provides a sense of grounding and stabilization to bring your system back into balance and homeostasis and prevent burnout. Try holding a Jasper stone in your hand as you walk barefoot or carry it in your pocket/purse to enhance a sense of connection to the Earth. Jasper comes in many beautiful colors and variations and is an essential addition to your crystal collection. All Jasper stones have root chakra energy as their base, explaining their grounding and stabilizing qualities. Jasper brings wholeness and healing to any situation or environment.

5. Intuition + Wisdom: When I recently went for an energy healing session with a local healer here in town, I was gifted a breath-taking stone called Labradorite. The healer said ‘This is my gift to you, so that you can clearly see yourself again.’ I cherish that gift and blessing, and have utilized Labradorite in my practice ever since. Labradorite is a multicolored stone that holds a mystical and magical quality. It helps us to connect deeply to our intuition and higher knowing so that we can truly live in the present moment. It’s message is to ‘Be Here Now’ and aids in releasing anything that is no longer serving. Meditate with Labradorite on your third eye or sleep with it beneath your pillow at night to help you ‘see’ the truth in any situation or circumstance.

As mentioned, this is by all means not an extensive or exhaustive list of the thousands of ways in which the powerful and healing energy of crystals and stones can be used, but a simple ‘Get Started’ guide into this mystical world. The true and honest answer is, you can’t do this wrong! You literally cannot mess this up. Just by having crystals and stones in your space and energetic field you will experience amazing benefits and shifts. Trust me, I’ve been at this for a while!!!