Introduction to Healing Crystals

Understanding the unique vibrations of crystals and their impact on your wellbeing

Crystals have been used by people for thousands of years, not only for their beauty but for their ability to heal, balance, and energise. But how do they work? How can you use them in your daily life?

This beginner-friendly guide will help you have a better understanding of the world of healing crystals, their rich history, and how to start your collection on a budget. Explore different techniques of using grids and programming.

My name is Elgan Larsen. I've spent years connecting with crystals and nature. Growing up in the mountains, I have developed a deep respect for the natural world. This is something that guides my spiritual path even to this day. Let's explore the world of healing crystals together.

What are Healing Crystals? The Science, History, and Uses

Healing crystals are beautiful natural stones that some believe that the crystal carry special energy that can help with emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. These stones have been used for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians used lapis lazuli and turquoise for protection, While people from India used the crystals to connect to their chakras. The Greeks and Romans used hematite for battle, as it was used to boost strength. The Greeks and Romans also believed that amethyst prevents intoxication.

From a scientific point of view, healing crystals do have physical properties. Crystals like quartz can create an electrical charge when under pressure. Quartz is often used in watches and in electronics. There is no scientific proof that these crystals heal the body.

People will often use these crystals during meditation or wear them in jewelry and place them around their homes. Healing crystals are often cleansed in moonlight, sage, or with salt to refresh their energies.

Whether you believe in healing crystals or not, they can still be a meaningful tool for reflection, intention, and mindfulness. They are a reminder to slow down, focus, and help us connect deeper. 

A complete beginner's guide to healing crystals

Starting a crystal healing journey can be exciting, but overwhelming at the same time. With so many crystals to choose from, where do you start? Here is a simple guide to help you choose the right ones without breaking the bank.

Start small - there is no need for a large collection to get started. You should aim for a few versatile beginner crystals, such as:

• Clear Quartz- It helps amplify energy and intentions
• Amethyst - Calming and supportive energy
• Rose Quartz - Encourages love and emotional healing
• Black Obsidian - Protection and grounding crystal.

These crystals can be easily found online or in any crystal healing store. It is usually a good idea to visit a crystal healing store to find the crystal that connects with you.

Sticking to a budget

Crystals can be bought in all shapes and sizes, and they vary in price. The most affordable crystals you can purchase are tumbled stones. They are small and polished, and they are perfect for beginners. 

When purchasing healing crystals, always purchase from trusted sources. You should look for sellers with good, genuine reviews, who have clear photos and descriptions. You shouldn’t worry too much about the size of the crystal; even small rough stones still hold energy. You should always trust your intuition. If a stone catches your eye and feels right, you should go for it; it is very likely it is a good match.

Looking after your crystals - You should get into the habit of regularly cleansing and charging your crystals. This can be done using moonlight, smoke, or selenite. Starting a crystal healing collection is a personal and joyful journey; you should take the time and enjoy the process.

Popular Healing Crystals

Clear quartz - Clear quartz is known to be the master healer; it can help amplify energy, thoughts, and other crystals. It is an excellent crystal for meditation.

Amethyst - It has a beautiful purple colour and it can help bring calmness to the mind. The crystal is often associated with peace and protection. It is the perfect crystal for sleeping and stress relief.

Rose Quartz - It is known as the stone of love; it helps open up the heart and encourages self-love and promotes emotional healing.

Black Tourmaline - This is a powerful protective stone; it is believed to block negative energy and offer emotional support.

Citrine - A beautiful stone known for attracting success and confidence. The crystal is often used to boost creativity and motivation.

Labradorite - This crystal is often used during transformation and protection. People would use the crystal during periods of change or spiritual growth.

Selenite - The crystal is often used during spiritual rituals; it can cleanse and charge other healing stones.

Obsidian - It is a volcanic stone known for its grounding and protective properties. It can help with emotional release.

Smoky Quartz - It is an excellent crystal for stress relief and finding inner strength. The crystal can help clear negative energy and blockages.

Lapis Lazuli - A beautiful royal blue stone that is connected to wisdom and communication. This crystal can help open the third eye chakra.

Tiger’s Eye - This stone is linked to boosting confidence; it helps with grounding energy. The crystal is often used in decision-making and to enhance courage.

Fluorite - A beautiful, colorful crystal that helps with emotional balance and focus. The crystal is often used as protection from negative energy.

Carnelian - This crystal has a beautiful, warm-red colour that supports motivation and creativity. The perfect crystal for boosting confidence and taking action.

Green Aventurine - It helps support heart healing, it is known as the stone of opportunity, and it helps with good luck and brings opportunity.

Hematite - A heavy stone known for its ability to ground, absorb negative energy, and boost willpower. 

Moonstone - A moonstone is a beautiful, glowing crystal that is soothing and helps with emotional balance and helps with new beginnings. 

Lepidolite - The crystal is known for calming anxiety and reducing stress. Many use the crystal before bedtime for peace and rest.

Aquamarine - This pale blue stone helps clear the mind and boost communication. The crystal is used with courage and calmness.

Howlite - This stone is a white stone with beautiful gray veins, which helps clear the mind, stops the mind from racing, and helps with better night's sleep.

Amazonite - A stunning blue-green crystal that is perfect for boosting communication and emotional balance.

Advanced Crystal Techniques

As soon as you feel more comfortable using individual crystals, you can try using more advanced techniques. There are three popular methods, which include crystal grids, programming, and combinations.

Crystal Grids

Crystal grids are often used in manifestation and healing. The stones are placed in geometric patterns, it helps focus and amplify energy. 

You should start with a centre stone such as quartz or selenite, as the centre of the energy source. You can surround the centre crystal with other stones based on your goal, for example, rose quartz for love and citrine for abundance. 

You should use geometry patterns such as the flower of life for extra power. You can activate your grid by visualizing your intention. You can do this by drawing invisible lines that connect the healing crystal. You can do this with a selenite wand.

Programming crystals

Programming crystal is a way of setting a clear intention. This method is a very simple. You can start by holding the crystal in your hand.  You should focus on your intention, for example, I attract peace and silently speak it into the stone. You should visualize the crystal absorbing the message. This makes your crystal a gentle reminder of your intention.

Crystal Combination

You can combine different crystals; this can enhance their effects. For example, you could combine Amethyst with rose quartz to help boost emotional healing. While combining citrine and carnelian boosts energy and helps with creativity. A popular combination is using black tourmaline and selenite, which helps boost protection and cleansing.

Here we have 3 different techniques that will enhance your crystal practice, more personalized and meaningful. 

Practical Applications for Everyday Life

These healing crystals just don’t look beautiful; they can be a part of everyday life. Here is a list of a few practical ways of using these crystals in everyday life. 

Using them in your home

You can place these crystals around your home. Placing crystals in different rooms is a great way of shifting energy. For example, placing an amethyst in the living room is an excellent way of promoting peace and relaxation. You can place black tourmaline by doors and windows to prevent negative energy from entering your home. Placing citrine in your workspace is perfect for boosting creativity and positivity. 

Meditation

For those who meditate, you can use the crystal to help with focus and connect to your inner chakras. Using crystals shaped into a palm stone is a good choice for crystal healers, as they are comfortable to hold for long durations.

For example, Labradorite can help boost spiritual connection by connecting to the heart chakra and the third eye chakra. You can do this by placing the stone on a specific part of the body.

Better sleeping

Some crystals are perfect by your bedside or under your pillow for their calming energy that can reduce stress and anxiety levels. A classic crystal for this purpose is lepidolite, which is a beautiful purple colour.

Travel

Some will carry these crystals on the go for protection and grounding. For example, smoky quartz or hematite helps reduce anxiety while travelling. Turquoise has been used as a talisman for centuries. It can be carried in a pouch or in a pocket. Or you can wear them as jewelry while travelling.

Crystal Maintenance

To keep your crystals full of energy and in good shape, regular care of the crystals is important. Crystals can absorb energy from their surroundings; it is important to regularly cleanse the crystals. Cleansing the crystals helps reset their vibrations and keep them working effectively. 

Here are some methods of cleansing and charging your crystals-

Moonlight - Placing your crystals under direct moonlight can help naturally recharge the crystal.

Smudge - By burning sage, palo santo, or incense. By passing the crystal through the smoke, it can help clear stagnant energy. 

Selenite - You can charge and cleanse your healing crystal by simply placing your healing crystal around a selenite lamp or a selenite bowl for a few hours.

Salt - You can bury certain crystals in sea salt; you should avoid this method with softer stones such as selenite and malachite. 

Sounds - Using bells and singing bowls can also cleanse and charge your crystals, which helps shift energy through vibration.

Before cleansing and charging your crystal, you should always do your research to determine which method is the safest for your crystal, as some crystals are sensitive to water or salt.

Best Storage Tips

You should always keep your crystals in dry, clean places. Small tumbled crystals can be kept in pouches or boxes. While you can place larger pieces of crystals on shelves or altars. 

Some crystals are softer than others. You can prevent scratching by wrapping the stones separately. Some crystals fade with overexposure to direct sunlight, and some crystals might need to be stored in a cold, dark place.

Always do your research on how to store a particular crystal, as each crystal has its unique properties. 

Handling your crystals

You should always handle your stones with care and intention. You should hold them regularly to preserve the connection with the crystal. You should always cleanse and charge after an intense session, such as a healing session or an emotional release. 

Healing Crystals Frequently Asked Questions

What are healing crystals? They are natural stones that are believed to carry energetic properties that support emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.

Do healing crystals work? There is no scientific evidence for their healing powers. However, many people report that they feel calmer and more balanced after using it.

Crystals for Beginners - Clear Quartz should be the 1st crystal for any new crystal collector.

How do you cleanse healing crystals? By moonlight, sage, selenite, sound, or salt.

Can crystals be worn every day? - Yes, wearing the crystal every day helps keep the crystal close.

How should I store my crystal? You should store it in a dry, clean place.

Choosing the right crystal - Let intuition guide you. You might feel drawn to a specific stone.