Crystals 101: 8 Powerful Crystals & Their Properties

You’ve probably noticed that crystals are becoming more and more popular. You may have even encountered a crazy crystal person. C’mon, you know the type – someone who’s always pulling another rock out of his pocket to tell you about it and how it’s changing his life.

But please, don’t hold their actions against the crystals themselves! Think of it the same way you would a crazy cat lady – you don’t necessarily want to spend time with her but that doesn’t stop you from liking cats.

The truth is, crystals are great “allies” on your journey to alignment with your True Astral Nature. Read on to learn about 8 very powerful crystals and how you can benefit from using them.

Clear Quartz

Clear quartz is what a lot of people automatically think of when the word “crystal” comes up. These are typically 6-sided crystals that can be completely clear or sometimes “milky” white in color. Clear quartz is an amazing amplifier of energy. It is often used in healing and meditation.

Amethyst

Amethyst is a purple type of quartz. This stone is said to help those who work with it to connect to the divine. Its color indicates that it opens the crown chakra (on top of your head).

Rose Quartz

Love, love, love. Rose quartz is a pink crystal that helps those who use it to love themselves and others more. It is a heart healing stone that has a soft and pleasant energy.

Obsidian

Obsidian is a black volcanic stone. Like many other black stones, obsidian has a very grounding energy. It absorbs negative energy and can be used to heal yourself or clear your space.

(BTW: Be sure to cleanse ALL your crystals after using them. This will eliminate and negative energy they may have absorbed.)

Jade

Jade ranges in color from light to dark green and can sometimes be found in other colors, too. It has been desired as a precious gem throughout the world for thousands of years. Jade is considered a lucky stone, bringing good fortune to those who work with it.

Selenite

Selenite is a white, luminescent crystal that is associated with the moon and the feminine. It has a very clear and high vibration. This is one of only a few stones that never needs to be cleansed because it doesn’t hold negative energy. Selenite is a great stone to have around your personal space or to carry with you.

Fluorite

Fluorite is a wonderful crystal to have around your office and home. It is not only beautiful to look at but also useful. Fluorite can calm your nervous system because it blocks electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) from the multitude of electronic devices we use all the time.

Moldavite

Moldavite is a very interesting crystal. It is formed when meteorites hit the earth. These stones feel very different from all of the others described in this list – they feel otherworldly! These stones can be used to boost your energy and elevate your thoughts.

Have you worked with any of these crystals? Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!