By Dr. Puja Shah

Crystals each carry their own energy derived from the earth. Their vibrations can be harnessed even by beginners, drawing light and positivity to the steward of the stones. The good news is that mistakes and encouraging the opposite result of bringing negative energy out of the crystals are impossible. There is no negatively oriented stone, as this is not part of the earth’s natural phenomena.

Crystals carry their own unique energy derived from Mother Earth. As we celebrate Earth Day this Spring, allow your crystals to serve as a reminder of the bountiful planet we are grateful for.  

Crystals will come to you with their past energy from the time they were acquired they have stored will be passed through to come to you. So, remember to cleanse your crystals before you place them in your home. 

To cleanse:

Put the crystals in a saltwater bath or ocean water or you can also run the crystals under running water or clean them in the ocean or any moving body of water. Water in motion is 

Leave the crystals outside under the light of a full moon if you are able to for cleansing.

Or you can bury them in the ground or soil outside to reabsorb the earth’s energy. 

Crystals can also be smudged. Lighting sage or Palo Santo and using the smoke to blow on and clean stone is also an effective way to restore their properties and charge. 

So how do you use crystals for energy?

There are many ways to include crystals in your day. Here are some of our favorite ways to integrate them:

Meditate with them. They can be placed on or around you, and the energy of your meditation will activate the energy of the stones to you. Light a candle or incense as well as part of this sacred time you are taking for yourself.

Create an altar. Place meaningful items and your crystals on the altar to set your intentions during your day. It is an excellent way to begin each morning!

Place your crystals next to your drinking glass or glass water bottle. The stones will charge the water with their energy, and as you consume the water, you can vibrate at that energy!

Place the crystals near your pillow to absorb their vibrancy.

As a family, we each are drawn to certain crystals and bringing certain crystals into your orbit can be beneficial in different ways. Be sure to choose the crystals that resonate with you!