Top 10 Best Crystals for Beginners
The Top 10 Best Crystals for Beginners
Introduction: Why Should You Start Using Crystals?
Crystals are a natural and powerful way to promote wellness and healing. They have been used for centuries by cultures all over the world, and come in many shapes, sizes, colours, and types. Let’s look at the best crystals for beginners.
There are many reasons why crystals are effective, but it is believed that the vibrations from the crystals help to balance out your own energy levels and your chakras (more on this below). Crystals can also be helpful for people who suffer from anxiety or mental clarity issues.
If you are new to the world of crystals, with so many different varieties to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start! Keep reading and we will navigate through our top choices for beginners.
What are Your Chakras and What do They Need?
Chakras are energy centres in our bodies that control different aspects of our lives. They are the major points of contact with the universal life force, or “chi.” The word “chakra” means “wheel” in Sanskrit because these energy centres are like spinning wheels of light.
Each one is connected to a different part of the body. The 7 chakras are:
- Root – located at the base of your spine and associated with our sense of security and stability
- Sacral – located in your lower abdomen near your reproductive organs, it’s associated with our sense of creativity and sexuality
- Solar Plexus – located in the stomach area and is associated with our sense of self-esteem
- Heart – located in the chest area and associated with our sense of compassion
- Throat – located at the front of your neck and is associated with the communication
- Third Eye – located in the middle of your forehead and associated with our sense of intuition, insight and imagination
- Crown – located at the top of your head and associated with your sense of enlightenment.
Crystals can be used to activate and balance your chakras. They can also be used for healing purposes, as they promote healing on both physical and emotional levels.
The use of crystals with chakras has been around for centuries, but it is only now that we have a better understanding of how they work together.
What are the Best Crystals for Beginners?
Here’s our list of the best crystals to start out with. We will also give you a short description of each crystal and what they are best used for.
- Selenite
Selenite represents purity and the Greek Goddess of the moon, Selene. It is a beautiful calming and soothing stone which has white light energy that helps to bring a sense of peace and clarity to the mind.
Selenite helps to shift stagnant energy and clear blockages of the higher chakras and allows the flow of newer, joyful energies. It can also be used to cleanse and charge other crystals. - Amethyst
Amethyst is found in tranquil shades of purple and is a very powerful, protective and calming stone. It is a popular choice for relieving stress and anxiety and helps to calm the mind.
It is also a good choice for the bedroom for those who suffer from insomnia or nightmares. It is connected to the Crown chakra which is our highest energy point. - Citrine
Citrine is the ‘stone of abundance’ and helps you to manifest what you want to receive in your life. It brings a sense of confidence and optimism to help you pursue your dreams.
Citrine is a great choice for beginners as it brings positive energy into your environment and an all-around boost to your thoughts and emotions. It is found in shades of yellow and associated with the Solar-Plexus chakra. - Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz is the ‘crystal of love’ and is a great choice for all beginners. It activates your heart chakra to let go of any negativity or limiting beliefs that might be holding you back, whilst growing your compassion and increasing your capacity for unconditional love.
It can help to heal all kinds of love and communication and supports self-care and the relationship with yourself. - Clear Quartz
Clear Quartz is considered a “master healer” and is said to have the ability to cleanse the aura, remove negativity, heal emotional wounds, and get rid of stress. It can also help to improve psychic abilities and concentration and make it easier to remember things from the past.
Clear quartz is also great for restoring balance to the chakras by aligning your spiritual energy. - Black Tourmaline
Black Tourmaline is a powerful stone for protection against negative energies. It is also useful in protecting against harmful electromagnetic frequencies from things like mobile phones and other electronic devices.
It can bring a deep sense of balance and stability, whilst cleansing the mind of negative thought patterns and helping you to stay connected and grounded. - Moonstone
Moonstone is known as the ‘stone of new beginnings. It has serene and tranquil energy and invites creativity, restoration and motherly protection. It is connected to the higher chakras, enhancing inner wisdom and compassion.
Moonstone helps to calm and balance your emotions and encourages you to trust the natural rhythms of life. Much like the moon cycle, it helps to remind us that life moves in cycles and ebbs and flows, and helps us to prepare for change. - Carnelian
Carnelian is sometimes referred to as the ‘sunset stone’ and comes in shades of burnt orange to reddish browns. It is connected to the Sacral chakra and can help to give you an energetic boost if you are feeling sluggish and encourages creativity.
Carnelian brings out the fireside of your soul, giving your confidence a boost when you need it, and helping you to go forth and conquer projects. - Smoky Quartz
Smoky Quartz is a grounding stone connected to the Root chakra. It is a very supportive stone that can help to bring emotional calm, lift depression and elevate your mood, whilst cleansing and purifying your energy field.
Smoky Quartz can help to guide you to a higher state of being, a place where you can let go of the past, and help you move on from painful experiences and let go of energetic baggage. - Aventurine
Aventurine comes from the Italian word for chance and is the go-to choice for people who want to attract more luck into their lives. It is most commonly found in green but comes in blues and other colours as well.
It can help to clear the Heart chakra and overcome old patterns, keeping your heart open and ready to receive good fortune and joy. It can also help with leadership and decision-making.
How to Find the Best Crystals for Beginners
If there is something specific you would like to work on, choose the crystal that aligns with that goal. For example, if you are looking to bring more love and compassion into your life, you might like to choose Rose Quartz. If you want to tap into your inner guidance and intuition to help with a problem you are facing, you might choose Clear Quartz.
Alternatively, let your intuition choose and allow yourself to be drawn to the crystal that catches your eye. Trust that inner knowing of which crystal is right for you.
Some people prefer smaller crystals because they can carry them around more easily when they are travelling or on day trips. Others may like larger crystals because they feel like it’s easier to make contact with them when they are holding them in their hands. Think about how and where you will use your crystal to help you to choose.
If you need advice, speak to a reputable crystal retailer (like us!) that can give you more information on which crystal is best suited for your needs.
How to Use Crystals in Your Daily Life
There are many ways you can use crystals in your life. Here are a few:
Meditation
If there is something specific you would like to work on, choose the crystal that aligns with that goal. For example, if you are looking to bring more love and compassion into your life, you might like to choose Rose Quartz. If you want to tap into your inner guidance and intuition to help with a problem you are facing, you might choose Clear Quartz.
Try sitting quietly and closing your eyes and focus on connecting with your breath. When you are ready, hold the crystal in your hands and visualise your goals or intentions. Notice any colours, messages or visuals that might come up – you might like to write these down when you are finished. If nothing comes up, that’s OK too, the crystal is still doing its work. Make sure to thank your crystals when you are finished.
This is just one example, there are lots of other methods you can research and try. But this is a simple way to get started.
Jewellery
Wearing crystals as jewellery is a great way to keep them with you all the time! Not only do they offer energetic benefits, but they look great too.
Wearing crystals can help you to feel calmer and more grounded throughout the day, whilst offering spiritual protection. This could be especially helpful if you are entering a negative environment. They can also help with mental clarity and intuition throughout the day, which may help you in your decision-making and connection to higher levels of consciousness.
At Work and or Office
During the week, we spend most of our time at work or in our office space (wherever that might be for you). You might like to try placing your chosen crystal on your desk or somewhere nearby.
Black Tourmaline is a good one to keep next to computers and phones to protect against harmful EMFs. Aventurine might be helpful for decision-making and managing other people, whilst Carnelian is good for creativity. Rose Quartz could help to bring a sense of calm and compassion into your communications throughout the day.
At Home
Crystals can be found in lots of beautiful items to compliment your living space such as lamps, trays, coasters, bookends or other unique pieces.
Some crystals like Amethyst could also help you sleep. Try placing the crystal under your pillow before you go to sleep at night, and letting the crystal absorb energy from your body as you lay there. Keeping it on your bedside table will work well too.
Still, Have Questions About Best Crystals for Beginners?
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