Let's Talk Crystals

Yes, I’m the girl who carries crystals in her bag. Let me live!

Before we begin, you do not need to carry a stone to define your spirituality. You actually don’t need any tools whatsoever. Everyone is entitled to their preference, and I happen to love me some good stones!

The use of Crystals can be dated all the way back to the Ancient Sumerians and the Ancient Egyptians. They were used in things such as formulas, and spells, but also in jewelry. They are still widely recognized for their beauty and healing properties, especially among the spiritual community. There are ample kinds of stones out there, such as the infamous rose quartz, carnelian, and amethyst. I’m going to share with you my top three stones, as of right now.

I remember my auntie taking me to Camden market in London and getting me this beautiful Turquoise ring. I was a young teenager at the time and had no clue that it had any actual real meaning. I wore it constantly anyways, only now realizing that it was probably the reason for a lot of my emotional changes back then. Since beginning my spiritual journey, I’ve just allowed myself to be guided to certain stones. My number one rule when opting for spiritual items, is I go in blind. I let my intuition guide me to what I need, and it’s like magic when I research it and it turns out to be exactly what I needed. I always stand by that rule as it never fails me. The stones I tell you about were guided to me at prominent stages of my journey.

My most favored stone is Turquoise. This little beauty will actually get me through any of my problems, no doubt. It’s associated with Scorpio, Sagittarius and Pisces. It also relates to the throat chakra and the third eye. These are to do with your truth and your intuition. As a Scorpio moon, there is no hiding when it comes to having this around. It’s typically known for encouraging gentle healing, opening you up to love and forgiveness, and enhancing your spiritual connection. I believe that each stone will have a different effect, depending on how you allow it into your life. For me, I reconnected with this stone at one of my lowest points. I was feeling extremely lost and almost in a rut of my own healing. This stone was what I needed to get me out of it. I always joke that having this stone will explain why you cry out of nowhere and have extreme clarity on your feelings. Because it’s true. I said that it encourages gentle healing because it’s almost like it coaxes you to face your feelings, while being the shoulder to cry on. I recommend this stone if you need some support to work through some feelings and reconnect with yourself.

My next go to is Amethyst. I am truly a big fan of this one. It’s associated with Aquarius, Pisces and relates to your third eye and crown chakra. The crown chakra is the place for spiritual enlightenment and represents the universal flow of energy. Your third eye is responsible for your intuition and higher thinking. This stone is known for cleansing, purifying, and balancing out your aura. I like to think of this stone as an emotional and spiritual "detoxifier". Whenever I feel overwhelmed in life, I opt for the Amethyst. I had gotten a really mesmerizing piece of Amethyst (now lost in a move), and it got me back on my feet and realigned with my direction. It will remove anything in the way of your connection with your highest self and a higher power, if you believe in one. This one is a game changer for many reasons. A few months back, I found a pair of earrings that each had a small piece of Amethyst. I wore them to a tense gathering and it really helped me have the clarity I needed to operate in a guided way. I recommend this stone if you feel like you’re not sure what needs to be cleared out, emotionally and physically.

My most recent favorite is the Tiger’s Eye. I vouch for it because it is associated with Capricorn and Leo. I am a beloved Leo, of course. It relates to the root chakra and the solar plexus. The root chakra is all about your stability and security. It has strong links with your energy and how you feel within the external world. The solar plexus focuses on your self-esteem, confidence, and how you perceive yourself subconsciously. Tiger’s Eye is all about enhancing your confidence. It helps you to see the best in yourself and also everything else. If you’re looking for a shift in perspective and some optimism, this stone is the one. I had first gotten this as a gift, among other stones. I’m a fan of placing certain stones around my home, so I put this one near some candles. It came at a time where I needed to have some faith within myself, and the stone did help with that and more. I soon lent this stone to someone who was in a similar position, and needed some personal power. After this, I ended up getting the stone as a bracelet. I wore it consistently, even in an interview. I got the job that same day, with less experience than the other guy. I couldn’t recommend Tiger’s Eye enough. It reminds you of the innate power you have and guides you to opportunities where you can shine.

Again, a stone doesn’t define your spirituality and we are each entitled to travel our journey as we please. If you’re looking to get into stones, I recommend starting with one of these. Even better, let yourself be guided to some. For me, they have been amazing support tools, and I always love discovering more. Side note: Don’t forget to cleanse the stones before use. Also cleanse them intermittently to restore the energy. You can use incense, sage, or put them in the moonlight to do this.

Happy Healing!