The healing power of crystals
The healing power of crystals
Have you ever used crystals as part of your self-care regime? Some of you might be shouting YES enthusiastically, whereas others may be rolling their eyes! That’s the thing about crystals – you’re either all in, or not convinced at all.
I’m in the first camp – I love them! I believe in the healing properties these beautiful, natural objects are said to convey, and I adore having them in my home and on my person. They’ve been used for centuries by everyone from the Aztecs to celebrities…and by me! They’re all about the healing energy and I am fully on board with that.
There’s a crystal for every emotion and occasion you can think of. There’s rose quartz for love and relationships – not just with others, but with yourself too. There’s obsidian, said to help you find your true self and repel negativity. Amethyst is protective, healing and said to help relieve pain and stress. And there are so many more!
I can see why people may not understand the power of crystals – after all, there’s no scientific evidence for their effectiveness and people like to see evidence. However, as for so many other forms of self-care and healing, sometimes it’s hard to find hard and fast evidence for how they work but somehow, they just do! And even if it’s just a placebo effect? If it works, it works!
It’s easy to introduce crystals into your life. You can put them around your home to help create a warm and positive atmosphere – perhaps on a hallway table or your bedside table. It helps that they’re so beautiful! Smaller crystals are easily portable, so you can slip one in your pocket as you go about your day – I find it lovely to reach for them if I’m feeling anxious; something reassuring to have by your side. You could even pop one in your bra! They’re also fantastic to hold in your hands whilst you meditate, bringing your focus to the healing powers that particular crystal offers.
There are numerous places you can buy crystals from, but did you know that before you do anything with them you need to charge them? It’s important, but straightforward - just sit your chosen crystal on a sunny windowsill or outside in direct sunlight or moonlight for at least four hours to build up its energy. Once it’s charged and you’re ready to bring it into your home, hand or pocket, it’s critical you program your crystal by setting your intention; clear your mind and visualise how you’d like to feel – really focus on your end goal. Once done, each time you use your crystal, use it as a prompt to tap back into that same visualisation and energy.
You may have noticed recently that crystals are even being incorporated into the world of beauty, with the introduction of crystal face rollers. Perhaps you have one? They’re fantastic tools to ‘depuff’ and calm your skin, whilst also helping moisturiser sink in evenly. What’s not to love?!
So, in a nutshell, science shrugs its shoulders when it comes to crystals, but I – like so many others – believe that they bring very real renewed energy and healing vibes…and a little beautifying too. I’d love to know your thoughts so pop a comment below about your experiences with these marvellous objects.