Can Crystals Find You Happiness?
2020 has affected everyone in different ways. Hopefully, you’re doing OK, managing to work from home, teach the kids (or not) and relishing meeting friends and family in a digital space as a not-too-bad second best option for real life communication. But, if you’re struggling, you’re not alone. 40% of US adults reported struggling with mental health during June, the peak of the pandemic.
You might not have thought of crystals before and they shouldn’t be used to help with symptoms of poor mental health, but with celebrities like Lena Dunham, Victoria Beckham and Adele raving about the potential of these little stones to bring fortune, health and happiness, you might be wondering what the big deal is.
So, what are healing crystals? They’ve existed on earth for millions of years, and our affinity with them for almost as long. The ancient Egyptians used chrysolite (now more commonly called topaz or peridot) to ward off bad dreams and to purge evil spirits. Humankind has made talismans, used in burials, and for luck – in almost every culture and region of the world, there is some form of attraction to stones, or crystals.
Now, what was once viewed as a new-age thing has had a resurgence. Crystal therapy is placing crystals near you, or touching you in order to draw out negative energy and help you focus and draw out different energies. If you’re new to crystals, here’s a list of a few you might want to get started with.
Clear Quartz
This is a great catch-all crystal, known as a “master” healer. It can absorb and redirect energies and can aid concentration and memory. As the name suggests, it’s a clear stone and so can aid digestion and purification of your body and mind.
Rose Quartz
You might have got this from the name, but this gorgeous pink stone is all about love. If you have been stuck in a bit of a dating rut, then placing some crystals for love might be just what you need. It has also been said to provide comfort and calm in times of grief. Rose quartz is not just about finding validation through others though – placing this crystal in your home or keeping it near can increase the love, respect and self-worth you feel.
Obsidian
A beautiful stone, obsidian is extremely effective in redirecting negative and depressive energies. It can shield against both physical and emotional negativity – something we could all use more of! It has also been said to aid in getting rid of emotional blockages. If there’s something you’re struggling to get over, or a recurring bad thought or memory, then obsidian might just be your friend.
These three are a few suggestions to help get you started on your crystal journey. Ultimately, we’re all just looking for happiness. While the crystals themselves might not magically change everything in your life, they are a perfect physical reminder for you to look after yourself, practice self-care and remember to focus on positive energy rather than negative.
