Are you interested in crystals but don't know where to start? There are so many crystals out there in a multitude of colours, shapes and sizes, not to mention all of their different healing qualities.

So I’ve decided to make it easy and break it down for you! 

Here are my Top 5 Crystals for Beginners

1. Amethyst - this crystal is an all round healer which assists on all levels. Perfect for a number of things including stress relief, anxiety and pain relief. It’s a great crystal to use during meditation as it balances the left and right hemispheres of the brain allowing for deep relaxation. This crystal can overcome all types of addictions, bringing awareness and healing to the core issue causing the addiction, dissolving the old patterns. Amethyst can help with dream recall and it can open up your psychic abilities. It’s connected to your Third Eye Chakra. 

Amethyst crystal

 

2. Clear Quartz - an amplifier of energy, this crystal will bring clarity, calm and healing to you and your space. It clears and cleanses your energy field and enhances and amplifies your intentions. Clear Quartz will motivate you to get things done and with that extra clarity everything will easily fall into place. This crystal amplifies and deepens the love and wisdom from the universe so plug in and get ready for the ride! Clear Quartz is connected to all chakras.

Woman holding Clear Quartz Crystal

 

3. Citrine - ideal for confidence, positivity and optimism. It will help you to step into your personal power and it promotes healthy positive energy. Citrine shifts old patterns of lack and negativity and brings joy and magic into your life. A great crystal for purification on all levels. Citrine will also help you to manifest wealth and abundance. Connected with the Solar Plexus Chakra.

Citrine crystal 

4. Smoky Quartz - the perfect crystal to help protect you and your space. It’s great for grounding and staying connected to the earth and its healing vibration. Smoky Quartz transforms negative energy and thought forms, allowing you to feel rejuvenated. It supports you in dissolving your fears and limitations, reminding you to breathe deeply and embrace life. Feeling anxious? Smoky Quartz can help move you through anxiety and panic attacks. Connected to the Base and Sacral Chakras.

Smoky Quartz 

5. Carnelian - a wonderful stone for creativity and new ideas. It can turn anger into motivation and improve your self esteem. This crystal can assist in healing and moving through sexual issues and promotes healthy sexual relationships. It can also help you to work through co-dependant issues, allowing you to let go of negative attachments. Carnelian assists you to become more independent and step into courage. It’s connected with the Sacral Chakra.

Carnelian Crystal