How Crystals Work
People often ask about the many crystals in the shop…
“What does this one do?”
“What is that one good for?”
“Will this one help my husband sleep if I hide it under his pillow?”.
I wish I could say yes! But collecting crystals is not like picking up a prescription at the pharmacy. Each crystal is energetically alive, but no stone will magically change your life for better or worse overnight.
Spiritually and emotionally, these stones work by being totems or symbols for your own personal intentions.
For instance, if you are dealing with debilitating stress and anxiety, Amethyst has often been associated with meditative energy and deeper sleep.
Or do you wish to manifest more wealth? Citrine and Pyrite are believed to bring the energies of motivation, success, and prosperity… all crucial aspects of a happy, successful and rich life!
Or are you having a hard time with grief and heartache? Stones that are commonly associated with heart chakra healing, such as Rose Quartz or Amazonite will serve to remind you that brighter days are ahead.
So, which crystals should you start with first?
Just quiet your mind and use your intuition! Which stones do you feel drawn to the most? Which stones are the most beautiful or interesting to you? Some people may even experience a warming or tingling sensation in the palm of their hand from certain stones. I have personally felt this sensation with Hematite and Angelite. Books and blogs can be wonderful tools for determining typical properties of stones, but nothing can replace your innate intuition.
In simplest terms, the meaning that YOU give to the stones is key…
Once you decide what a stone means to you, every time you see or hold that stone, you will be reminded of those traits that you’ve associated with it! Traits that you want to cultivate more of, such as love, strength, healing, tranquility, success, abundance, or whatever it may be for you. These positive mental associations will begin training your neural pathways to think in a way that serves your highest and best self. Truly!