Why Use Crystals?

Have you felt stressed, had trouble sleeping, or experienced anxiety without knowing why? Maybe you’ve tried to escape these feelings by binge-watching videos, eating when you’re not hungry, or other unhealthy outlets. You may even be more irritable or combative around other people. 

Unfortunately these are passive activities likely to worsen your negative emotions. What if you found a way to harness the earth’s energy to heal yourself from within?

Crystal healing is defined as an alternative therapy, the effects of which have not been proven by medical science research. That said, it can still be a powerful mental tool for motivation and goal setting, and for navigating anything from relaxation to a successful career change. 

With a vibrant variety of colors, textures, and weights, crystals can help you use your sensory experience to move things forward in the real world. With so many stones to choose from, we’ve designed a simple healing tool in the Crystal Starter Kit for Relaxation to restore peace of mind.

We created the Crystal Starter Kit for Relaxation with stones that are well-known for their tranquilizing effects. This kit contains a 9” selenite tower (bulb included), a polished amethyst stone, a polished chalcedony stone, and incense to burn while working with the crystals.

Selenite is associated with the power of the moon and energy of the Divine Feminine. It is often used within the home to foster a sense of peace and protection as well as reinforce the auric field. Selenite may also be used to cleanse and amplify the qualities of other crystals.

Amethyst is a stone that helps to manage excesses and bring clarity to a confused mind. It can enhance intuition and emotional balance, which can aid in detachment from a difficult situation.

Chalcedony is a gentle and soothing crystal that helps to relax an overactive mind. It harmonizes the emotions while while absorbing negative energy.

Using selenite, amethyst, and chalcedony can create a meditative experience that corrects energy imbalances to improve your everyday functioning.

How to Use Crystals

There are many ways to work with the stones included in this crystal starter kit. The key to the right technique to unlock their metaphysical qualities is experimentation. Other methods include carrying stones in your pockets, placing them underneath clothing or in pants pockets, placing water-safe crystals in a bath, and more. You can also tuck crystals underneath your pillow and note the quality of your sleep or any dreams that result.

A suggested meditation technique is to first light the incense and sit for a couple of minutes to ground yourself within the space. Focus on clearing your mind and body of thought. Then, switch on the selenite tower lamp and visualize a personal obstacle being carried away with the incense smoke.

Try holding the amethyst and chalcedony separately for a few minutes, observing both your thoughts and sensory experience. You can also lie down and place the stones on the parts of your body that correspond to the seven chakra energy centers. A third option is crystal gazing; set a crystal directly in front of you to gaze upon during meditation.

How to Care for Crystals

The more frequently crystals are used for a particular intention, the more regularly they should be cleansed. The method to do this may depend on the crystal. Soft crystals, such as selenite and calcite, cannot be cleansed under running water while most varieties of quartz can. 

In most cases, crystals can be cleared using smoke (e.g. white sage, palo santo, or incense). You may also hold the crystals in your right hand and cleanse them with the power of your intention.

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