How Crystals Have Helped Me

The power of energy

Crystals and gemstones are powerful tools. They carry energy, intention, and when used mindfully they can help us move forward in our lives. I know not everyone believes in them, and that’s okay, but the significance of crystals goes a long way back.

My interest in crystals really peaked during a rough patch in my life. I was still a teen, navigating fear, anxiety, and vivid bad dreams. During that time, my mom took us to a crystal shop on one of our days out together. That shop had a unique vibe,dimly lit, filled wall to wall with crystals, jewelry, carvings, sage bundles, and all kinds of spiritual tools. It felt like stepping into a little world of its own. With the help of the store worker, I left that day with two bracelets: one made of prehnite and the other of lepidolite.

I wore them everywhere, and if they weren’t on my wrist, they were tucked under my pillow at night. These stones made a noticeable difference in my life, helping me work through the anxiety and challenges I was facing. Since then, I’ve been hooked, and I now have a forever growing collection of stones, bracelets, necklaces, carvings, and more.

Prehnite: "Heals the healer" A powerful healing stone that promotes calmness, relief from anxiety and soothing energy. It also helps in dissolving obstacles and is connected to your heart chakra.

Lepidolite: "The Peace Stone"A calming stone, which is known to support emotional balance, releasing emotional blockages and promoting restful sleep.

One thing I’ve noticed throughout my crystal journey is that energies call to you. Sometimes you're drawn to a particular stone and you’re not even sure why, until you look up its meaning later and think, “Yep, that sounds about right!”

As a highly sensitive person, I’ve found that crystals offer me confidence, a sense of calm, and even protection. Now, I also use them intentionally to manifest and bring more positive energy into my life.

Whether you fully believe in crystal energy or you're just starting to explore it, that’s okay. You don’t have to be 100% “all in” to benefit from them. Sometimes, it’s about allowing yourself to be open. I believe that your receptiveness and connection to them grows over time.

The use of crystals goes far beyond trends. In ancient Egypt, crystals were associated with specific gods and used for protection, healing, status, and even preparation for the afterlife. Stones held deep symbolic meanings and were believed to channel divine energy.

And that’s just one example—many other cultures embraced crystals too, like the use of jade in ancient China, known for its protective and purifying properties.

Beautiful ways to incorporate crystals into your daily life:

• Under your pillow at night

• Wearing gemstone jewellery (bracelets, necklaces- close to the heart, earrings, etc.)

• Placing them around your bedroom, living room, or office

• Creating a manifestation space with other peaceful, creative, and inspiring items

• Carrying them in your bag or purse

• Taking a crystal bath (just make sure they’re water-safe)

• Using crystal wands (if you know, you know)

• Hanging them in your window to catch the light

• Nestling them in your indoor plant pots

• Journaling while holding them or keeping them nearby

Crystals are here to enhance your energy. They’re tools to help guide, inspire, release, and unblock the energies or patterns within yourself. They encourage you to open your heart, tap into your intuition, and reflect on your emotional and spiritual growth.

Each stone carries different properties, but what really matters is how you connect with them. At the end of the day, you hold the power to heal, balance, overcome, and manifest. Crystals are just one of many ways to amplify that process.

How to Cleanse Your Crystals:

Just like us, crystals absorb energy, and every once in a while they need a refresh. Cleansing your crystals helps clear any stagnant or negative energy and keeps their vibration high.

• Moonlight or sunlight: I love placing mine in the sun (either outside or on a windowsill). Just be mindful, some stones may fade with too much sun exposure, so 20–30 minutes is a good time frame

• Cold water rinse: If your crystal is water-safe, a nice rinse under cold water or even in a stream can be very refreshing

• Selenite: A cleansing crystal itself, it can recharge and clear other stones just by placing them together

  
  

• Sage or Palo Santo: Gently waft the smoke over your crystals to clear lingering energies

• Breath and Intention: This is a more intuitive method. Set a clear intention to release the energy from the stone, then blow over it as if you’re clearing dust

Crystals have been an incredible part of my journey, from offering peace and protection to helping me step into confidence and joy. Whether you're just getting started or have a collection of your own, I hope this post inspires you to explore and trust your own energy and intuition.

Energy Hug,

Claira