Knowing how to pick the right crystal or stone for healing can seem like a daunting task, but we promise you, itās absolutely not. The journey to finding the right crystal is one of intuition, knowledge, and exploration. Trust us when we say there is no wrong way to do it. As a matter of fact, the more you lean into your intuition, the more likely you are to pick the right one. We know sometimes youĀ need a little help or guidance, and thatās why Remember Love Healing is here.Ā Here, we’ll guide you on how to choose the right crystal, ensuring you feel confident and connected to your selection, every time.
Embracing Crystal Healing
Crystal healing isn’t a new-age concept but rather a practice steeped in centuries of tradition. From the Indigenous cultures, to Egyptian, Chinese, Ancient Greeks and Vikings, across time and lands, crystals have been held in high regard for their healing abilities.
These natural treasures are more than just pretty stones; they are tools for energy balancing, physical and emotional healing, and enhancing spiritual connections. With so many crystals available, beginning your journey in crystal healing can seem overwhelming. This guide will illuminate the path to finding your healing crystal.
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Get Clear on Your Intentions & Needs
Understanding Your Needs
Before trying to pick the right crystal, take a moment to reflect on your intentions. Are you in search of emotional balance or healing, physical rejuvenation, or spiritual enhancement? Are you looking to increase creativity, financial abundance, self love or acceptance? Identifying your goal or your intention can help you have clarity when you choosing a stone.
The Power of Research
With your intentions clear, now we can begin exploring stones. Each crystal resonates with unique energy patterns and healing qualities. Familiarize yourself with crystals tied to your intention, whether itās seeking peace with Amethyst or fostering love with Rose Quartz.
There is a wealth of information on line, including right here.
Here is a quick list of common stones and their uses:
- Amethyst: Protection; Prophetic Dreams; Intuition; Third Eye Healing
- Rose Quartz: All Love; Self-Love; Forgiveness; Emotional Wound Healing
- Malachite: Heart Healing; Financial Abundance; Self Confidence; Emotional Clarity
- Satin Spar (Commonly called Selenite): Energetic Cleansing; Inner Guidance; Divine Guidance
- Clear Quartz: Amplification of Energies; Only crystal that can be attuned; Clarification
- Citrine: Self Confidence; Independence; Drive; Manifestation; Optimism;
Creativity - Smoky Quartz: Protection; Transmutes Negative Energies; Grounding; Connects You to Mother EarthĀ
- Labradorite: Spiritual Protection; Guides in Spiritual Work; Divine Guidance through Meditation
You can always take our online quiz, “What Crystal Do You Need Right Now” if you need some personalized guidance.Ā
Explore More With Us on YouTube
Hungry for more in-depth guidance? Visit our YouTube channel to dive into our podcast discussions on the power of crystals, and donāt miss our guided meditation videos designed to help you harness the calming properties of crystals for anxiety relief.
Tuning Into Intuition
The Best Way in How to Pick Your Crystals
Part of knowing how to pick the right crystal for you is learning how to lean into your intuition.Ā What is intuition? Its trusting yourself to KNOW that you are making the right choice. Itās listening to your gut.Ā
Our best advice is to do intuition exercises throughout the day to flex that muscle so when you do have to rely on that inner voice, itās clear and you can recognize it immediately.Ā
Intuition Exercises:
- Guess what song will play next on the radio or on your playlist
- Guess who is going to call or text you next
- Grab a deck of cards and pick 3 cards. Try to guess the number or what suit it may be.
- If you have a tarot deck handy, itās great practice to give yourself readings.
- AstrologyAngelMediums on Instagram has some great intuition exercises on her feed.
- Close your eyes and visualize a situation or decision youāre facing. Imagine different outcomes and notice how each one feels in your body. Trust the scenario that feels more aligned or peaceful.
- Ask for signs: Set and intention to receive guidance from the universe or your higher self. Ask for a specific sign (e.g., a certain animal, number, or symbol) and stay open to noticing it in your daily life.
- Dream Work: Before bed, ask your subconscious mind for guidance or clarity on a specific issue. Keep a dream journal by your bed and write down any dreams or impressions as soon as you wake up.
Flexing your intuition muscle and trusting yourself in making a decision, you are allowing your heart and your higher self to lead the way.Ā
When you are ready to chose your crystal, allow yourself to hold it. The connection might manifest as a visual attraction, a gut feeling, or even a physical pull. You may even put it down and feel called back again to it. Trust that your body and spirit are making the right choice for you.
The Spectrum of Healing: Colors and Chakras
A Rainbow of Potential
Consider the colors of your potential crystals, as each hue sometimes correlates with specific chakras and types of energy. For example, green or pink crystals typically connect with the heart chakra, promoting love and emotional release, whereas blue stones correspond to the throat chakra, aiding in communication. This basic knowledge can help you trust yourself more when knowing how to pick the right crystal for crystal healing.Ā
Knowing the basics of energy centers can help you in picking the right crystal for you. You can use this eBook as a handy resource.Ā
Below you can find a very quick cheat sheet of your energetic center and their associated colors:
Addressing the Physical and Emotional: The Holistic Approach
Crystals as Allies in Healing
Reflect on your physical and emotional states. If stress or anxiety are frequent visitors in your life, a calming presence like Lepidolite might be beneficial. Looking to spark creativity? Orange Calcite could be your muse.Ā
This is why being clear on your intentions and understanding what your needs are can set you up to picking the right crystal for you. Weāve seen clients say they would like to manifest for financial abundance in their lives only to find out that what is blocking them is fear of success, and these are two different areas of attention and two different crystals. If you are unsure, journaling is a great way to start unraveling feelings and emotions to get to where you want to be.
Preparing Your Crystal
A Clean Slate for Healing
Youāve chosen your crystal (we are so proud of you) and are ready to start working with them. Once you are ready, itās important to cleanse your crystal. We are sure that plenty of other people have touched it and we just want to make sure that your stone is vibrating at itās natural frequency to work with you.Ā
There are many ways to cleanse your crystals although some methods may not be safe for all crystals. Here is a list of methods to safely cleanse all types of crystals, including those low on on the MOH Scale:
- Smoke cleanse: Passing the crystal over an incense or your preferred smudge stick or wood like Palo Santo, can quickly remove any stagnant energies and restore the crystal to its original vibrational frequency.Ā
- Moonlight: Placing your stone on a window sill that receives full moonlight
- Sound: Sound bowls, especially those that are used with sound healing can cleanse your crystal
- Satin Spar (Selenite): Placing your crystal on top of a selenite plate is a passive and gentle way to cleanse your stones
Find a method that resonates with you and your own practice.Ā
One last note
Unlocking the full potential of your chosen crystal involves patience and open-minded exploration. Remember, crystal healing is a personal journey that thrives on intuition, connection, and intention. Trust yourself.Ā
May what you do today be for your highest good.Ā