If you’re just beginning to use crystals, our healing crystals guide includes 10 powerful and essential intention crystals for encouraging balance, harmony, and peace of mind. How do crystals work? Here's how:
Clear Quartz and How to Use it
If you're wondering, 'what are crystals used for?', one of the best stones for beginners to collect is Clear quartz. This crystal further amplifies your intention, which makes it an essential component of any crystal collection. It is also the most versatile stone because it magnifies the vibrations of stones that surround it. In fact, clear quartz crystals are often used to cleanse and re-energize crystals. This is because of its powerful cleansing effects and the ability to counteract negative energy blockages.
The energy of this stone not only clears your own energy field but also helps you get crystal-clear on what you want and how to achieve it, allowing you to manifest like never before.
Sit quietly with the stone and feel its white light fill your body with positive energy. Use the following crystal intention for Clear Quartz: I am crystal clear.
Selenite and How to Use it
Selenite is another powerful cleansing stone because it ensures a positive flow of vibrations between you and other rocks in your collection, which makes it an ideal crystal for beginners. This crystal cleanses and purifies your energy, your other stones, and your environment so everything is vibrating at the highest frequency.
Quickly remove negative energy from the body and clear the aura around you by moving Selenite down the body from the top of your head to your feet. Repeat this cleansing ritual until you feel completely rejuvenated with positive vibrations. Afterward, you’ll have a restored sense of balance and the protection of a white light that connects you to the universe. Use the following crystal intention for Selenite: I am cleansed.
Shungite and How to Use it
One of the rarest stones on Earth, shungite contains antioxidants, which makes it one of the best crystals for healing, including protection from negative energies that are harmful to the body. It’s one of the best stones for detoxification of the mind, body, and spirit. Shungite is also our go-to stone for protection from EMFs, or electromagnetic fields, from technology and electronics. These crystal healing stones have powerful effects on the body, so it’s best to introduce them slowly.
Place a piece of Shungite next to your computer, wi-fi hub, or any other electronics in your home. We also recommend placing a piece of Shungite on your cell phone to diminish the effects of EMFs. Use the following intention for Shungite: I am detoxified.
Amethyst and How to Use it
Known for its powerful spiritual properties, Amethyst is an ideal stone to place around the home as décor both because of its aesthetic beauty and healing properties. Amethyst crystal is one of the most powerful stones for boosting intuition and connection to self, as well as creating a peaceful and relaxing environment to soothe away stress, worry, or tension.
While focusing on your intention, meditate with Amethyst to connect with your inner peace and calm. This stone also works well as a complementary healing tool in yoga and meditation. Use the following crystal intention for Amethyst: I am at peace.
Black Tourmaline and How to Use it
One of the most powerful stones for protection, Black Tourmaline acts as your energy bodyguard to create an energetic boundary and protect you from unwanted energy. These power crystals work by absorbing the lower vibrational energy around you so you do not take the hit.
Place Black Tourmaline on either side of your front door or carry it with you to keep its protective energy nearby and keep bad vibes at bay. Use the following crystal intention for Black Tourmaline: I am protected.
Carnelian and How to Use it
The vibrant colors within the Carnelian crystal are a perfect representation of this stone’s fiery and vibrant energy. As one of the best stones for igniting passion and tapping into your creative nature, Carnelian gives you the confidence to break through energetic blocks. It inspires you to take action toward your creative pursuits.
When you need a boost of vitality and energy, connect with your Carnelian by placing it nearby or in your pocket. Use the following crystal intention for Carnelian: I unlock my creative potential.
Rose Quartz and How to Use it
The soft and gentle energy of Rose Quartz is perfect for connecting with and opening your heart. When it comes to relationships, Rose Quartz can support the love of all kinds – friendship, family, romantic partners, and even self-love.
Place Rose Quartz over your heart to infuse this energy center with comforting vibrations. Use the following crystal intention for Rose Quartz: I am love.
Pyrite and How to Use it
Even just looking at the golden shimmer of the Pyrite crystal fills you with the energy of wealth and success. This crystal aligns you with the energy of abundance to invite in wealth, good luck, and new opportunities, making it the ideal stone for any intentions related to financial or career success.
Place Pyrite in your wallet or on your workspace and use the following crystal intention for Pyrite: I am a money magnet.
Citrine and How to Use it
A stone that harnesses the power of the sun, Citrine is infused with light and positive energy. These good energy crystals help raise your vibration and fill you with happiness. Considered one of the most powerful stones for manifestation, citrine helps make your intentions a reality by guiding you to direct positive energy out into the universe.
Place a citrine stone on top of a list of your intentions to manifest them into reality much faster and fill your entire being with positive energy. Use the following crystal intention for Citrine: I am light.
Blue Apatite and How to Use it
Blue Apatite is an inspiring crystal that awakens new ambitions and motivates you to take action, especially when it comes to your health and well-being. If you are on a journey to improve your mental, physical or emotional wellness, connect with your Blue Apatite stone to stay on track with your goals.
Place Blue Apatite in your space or carry it with you throughout the day. Use the following crystal intention for Blue Apatite: I prioritize my health.
Crystal Couples for Every Intention
Along with these 10 starter crystals for your beginner collection, go even deeper on your spiritual healing journey when you combine certain crystals for different intentions. If you're wondering how to use crystals for the most effective healing on your spiritual journey, part of the Energy Muse healing crystals guide includes the best pairings to maximize the synergistic power of their complementary properties.
Amethyst and Rose Quartz to deepen the love for yourself and others
Also included in our healing crystals guide as part of the beginner starter set, Amethyst and Rose Quartz are a wonderful combination for healing the heart and bringing peace of mind. When used together, these crystal healing rocks have a synergistic effect that opens the heart to unconditional love while soothing the mind with peaceful and relaxing vibes. Knowing how to use crystals like this powerful yet gentle pairing starts with setting an intention for unconditional love. Then, place Amethyst over your third eye chakra and a Rose Quartz over your heart. Meditate with these stones for 6 minutes or more, allowing the energy of love to fill your mind, body, and spirit.
Black Tourmaline and Selenite to clear your energy
Another part of the Energy Muse healing crystal guide includes grounding and clearing techniques like working with Black Tourmaline and Selenite, a wonderful crystal pairing for energetic cleansing and protection. When you need a powerful recharge of your chakras, the Black Tourmaline helps you release any negative emotions that might be weighing you down. Once this darkness is released from your system, the Selenite fills your energy with the purest light. This releasing and replenishing of your energy with Selenite and Black Tourmaline is perfect for a daily energy-clearing or deeper therapeutic session.
Carnelian and Rhodochrosite to boost creativity
In this crystal guide for healing combinations, you can use this pairing to unleash hidden creative talents and ideas. A powerful heart chakra stone, the Rhodochrosite helps you get out of your head so you can connect on a deeper level with your heart. While the Rhodochrosite meaning gives you the ability to be vulnerable, Carnelian ignites the fiery cauldron that holds your creative nature, reawakening your sense of passion.
Citrine and Aventurine to enhance life force energy
Another powerful pairing in the Energy Muse beginner's guide to crystals are Citrine and Aventurine, which supports and boosts your life force energy by infusing your chakras with vitality. Representing the sun and the earth with their yellow and green hues, this powerful crystal combination brings the revitalizing energy of nature into your life. One way to use this crystal couple is with a healing grid over your chakras, an important part of our best healing crystals guide. Place a piece of Citrine on your sacral chakra below your navel and Aventurine on your heart chakra over the chest. Then feel their healing properties infuse your mind, body, and spirit with a flow of fresh energy.
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