Can Crystals Really Help You Heal?

By Jordan Taylor jordantaylorwellness.com

Although there is no scientific evidence that proves the healing power of crystals, I believe that crystals absolutely aid in the healing process.

Ever since I was a child, I was fascinated with stones and crystals. I remember being 5 years old in the Garden of the Gods in Colorado, where my stepfather was being reenlisted in the U.S. Navy. While we were there I couldn’t help but see all the stones and crystals. I was so drawn to them and begged my parents to let me bring some home. Much to my delight, I went home with a small satchel of crystals that day. I cherished them, stared at them, held them, and protected them every day. At such a young age, the draw was still so strong.

My appreciation, love, and respect for stones and crystals only grew as I got older. That’s when I really learned where they came from and how to use them. For me, personally, it’s important to get my crystals from a reputable source, which can be very hard to find. Unfortunately, much of our crystal supply in the West comes from horrid working conditions and rock-bottom pay in poor countries in the Eastern world. There isn’t much in the way of certifying sustainability or humane practices, but I have found a few sellers that I believe to be reputable.

So how do I use crystals and do they help in the healing process? The long and short of it is, I do believe that they support my healing process. And it’s true because I believe it is true. It works much like the placebo effect. The mind has an amazing way of manifesting things.

The first thing I do when using crystals is pick out the crystal that “speaks” to me - the one (or more) that I am most drawn to. Typically, whichever crystal I am inclined to choose, happens to hold the metaphysical properties for whatever it is I am seeking help with. For example, when I was having trouble sleeping, I felt drawn to amethyst, which is known to help reduce anxiety.

Once you’ve chosen the crystal that calls to you, you can use it in many different ways to help in your healing journey. The most important thing to do is set an intention for your crystal use. You can hold it during meditation and think about the properties it aids with. You can keep crystals in your pockets to remind you of its effects throughout the day. You can sleep with them under your pillow, place them in different areas in your house, use them in spells and rituals, or however you feel called to revere its healing properties.

Finally, it is important to respect your crystals and keep them in a place they won’t get damaged. You will also want to cleanse your crystals after you acquire new ones, and after each use to release any stagnant or negative energy surrounding them. You can cleanse them in many ways such as setting them on top of selenite slabs, soaking them underneath a full moon, or running them under water. Be sure to check before using water as not all crystals are able to be placed in water, some may get damaged.

The mind is a powerful tool. Energy flows where intention goes. And if you are using crystals as a way to remind yourself of the love, positivity, health, and abundance around you, then so it is.

Jordan Taylor Yoga Instructor

Reiki Master + Yoga Teacher + Holistic Health Coach

Visit her webpage at www.jordantaylorwellness.com ​ Jordan is a certified Reiki Master, registered yoga teacher 200 hour level, and a certified health coach. Jordan teaches Vinyasa style yoga but is especially enthusiastic about restorative yoga and reiki. When Jordan is not at the farm, she is working her Coaching business or hiking with her dog, Rudy.