I found some wonderful resources online (like Crystal Life Technology) to help share. some crystals. that are good for different types of issues we face in our lives. Today I'm sharing some of the desert gems available to help with stress, anxiety, and depression. SAD is in full swing here in Utah, so the timing couldn't be better.
Amazonite- "It helps to soothe the nerves and the chakras while helping to align the physical body with the etheric body, dispelling negative energies. This stone is rejuvenating for the heart and throat chakras, which helps promote loving and open communication."
Amethyst- Anxiety Alleviator. "An extremely powerful and protective stone with a high spiritual vibration. It is also a natural tranquilizer. With its strong healing and cleansing powers, it is also a guardian against psychic attack, and able to transmute that energy into love. This is a great stone to help those with addictions and blockages of all kinds. Extremely beneficial to the mind, it calms or stimulates when appropriate, helping to feel less scattered, more focused and enhances the simulation of new ideas."
Aquamarine- "A stone of courage. Considered a protective stone for travelers, aquamarine calms the mind, and reduces stress. This beautiful stone sharpens intuition, and works to open clairvoyance. Having an affinity with sensitive individuals, aquamarine gives support to those overwhelmed by responsibility and encourages the individual to take responsibility for themselves and their actions. This stone can help the individual evolve towards becoming more upright, persistent and dynamic in personality and is useful in helping breaking old, self-defeating personality traits."
Aventurine- "A crystal for healthy new growth. This stone attracts luck, abundance and success. It promotes both physical and spiritual maturation by balancing one’s masculine and feminine energies. This stone also amplifies leadership qualities and provides courage through love. Using aventurine can help removes hurts of the heart and open its carrier to new possibilities. "
Black tourmaline- "The ultimate protection stone. When this stone traps negative energy within its inner structure, it transmutes it into a lighter vibration, replacing it with a protective shield instead. It protects against EMF energy, ill-wishing, toxic energy, spells, and psychic attack by absorbing the energy."
Blue lace agate- "Known for its gentle way of bringing peace of mind. It is one of the great nurturing and supportive stones."
Botswana Agate- "A comforting and protective stone. It enhances creativity, encourages exploration of the unknown. This type of agate improves your energy and confidence, helping you find equitable solutions to issues. It can gently shows you the truth of situations. This stone helps you find ways to remove discord in your personal environment, explore the unknown, and helps you to more deeply and easily enter into the realm of silence and inner peace."
Carnelian- "Improves analytical abilities and helps you check your views on issues and brings them into focus. This stone is good for those who wish to increase their concentration, as well as banish emotional negativity. Carnelian helps to promote positive life changes, courage, and motivation with the ability to ground and anchor you in the present."
Chryosprace- "Helps you to connect to the wholeness of the universe. This is a stone of hope that stimulates your creativity and draws out your talents. Chrysoprase promotes feelings of security and truth while supporting you to be more independent."
Citrine- "A good luck stone that energizes every level of life. This stone brings sunshine, joy, prosperity, protection, and self-confidence into your reality."
Crazy Lace Agate- "A joyful stone that promotes stability and maturity. This stone is good for focus, aiding in making difficult decisions by promoting mental agility. It can help you reach high physical levels, overcome bio-rhythm lows, and enjoy the world around you."
Flourite- "An energetic cleanser, fluorite can quicken your spiritual awakening and connect you to universal knowledge. This spiritually grounding crystal helps you overcome chaos. It helps to heighten your natural intuition, reveal the truth behind situations, and unlock your inner strength."
Hematite- "Raises your levels of confidence. This stone harmonizes the mind, body, and spirit to anchor you in this world by connecting to the core of Mother Earth. It balances your meridians, helps you focus, and provides support when you are vulnerable. Hematite dissolves negative energies and prevents them from entering your personal energy field. This helps restore peace and harmony to your body."
Kyanite- "Spiritual and energetic transmitters capable of enhancing the vibrations of its carrier. All forms and colors of this crystal work well with spiritual and mental development through connecting to higher forms of energy. Kyanite stones are also exceptional at dispelling obstacles that may be preventing one from maturing or moving forward."
Labradorite- "This mystical and protective stone raises consciousness and helps to connect to universal energies. It is capable of forming a barrier that halts energy leakages by deflecting negativity. Use Labradorite to align the physical and etheric bodies, strengthen your faith, and trust in the universe."
Lapis lazuli-. "This is a stone of self mastery and protection. It guards you from harm by clearing negative energies and EMF radiation in your energy field, as well as cleansing your aura. Lapis Lazuli also balances forces around you so you can walk safely through a situation. Use it to live freely and express your inner truths without worry.
Lapis is also a stone of universal truth and initiation. It is very effective with helping those who have difficulties with talking too much or effectively communicating their thoughts. Lapis is also known for helping to release stress when it comes to speaking out. Those who work in journalism, psychology, and executive positions should seek out Lapis, as it helps with wisdom, mental clarity, and good judgment. "
Lava stone- "Helps you move with the flow of life. This stone is excellent for folks involved in the process of changing from one form of behavior to another. It helps you accept the porous, solid stability that emerges from the molten fires of change." We use non-waxed Lava Stone at ODF, so you can add your favorite essential oils if you wish!
Lepidolite- "An excellent stress-reducing crystal. It helps clear your mind of obsessive thoughts and calm yourself. The lithium in this crystal can create a more stabilized energy around you, which may help mood swings and emotional distress.
Lepidolite encourages your independence and helps you achieve your goals by providing support and mental clarity. Meditate with lepidolite to access the Akashic Record or tune into past lives in conflict with your current self. This is a stone of better rest."
Malachite- "Has a strong affinity with nature and Devic energy, helping guide their cycles of growth and decay. It is a very important earth stone capable of helping one break unwanted ties to better connect with healing energies.
Malachite is protective and grounding. It clears obstructions, blockages, and old patterns to dispel confusion and apathy. Use this stone to help establish energetic and emotional boundaries that will lead to a more positive mindset."
Moonstone- "Considered a stone of new beginnings. It has been traditionally used to enhance psychic abilities and develop clairvoyance. This is a reflective, calming stone that soothes emotional instability and stress. Moonstone is also thought to both improve emotional intelligence."
Mother of Pearl- "Attracts prosperity, heightens intuition, and transmutes negative energy by connecting to ancestral energies. Through its gentle energy and connection the the water, this gemstone soothingly purifies environments. As the name may imply, it is believed to have a special affinity for protecting children."
Obsidian- "Known for their stabilizing and grounding effects, making it an excellent crystal for reigning in scattered energies. Through its connection to the root chakra, the energy center that governs our sense of security and foundation, the Obsidian healing properties can support intentions related to energetic protection and energetic stability.
The Obsidian stone also makes a trusted companion to carry with you during a healing process, especially one that unfolds over time. The properties of the Obsidian meaning gives us the strength and patience needed to overcome challenges, no matter how long the journey takes."
Rhodonite- "A nurturing and loving stone that provides emotional balance. Known for promoting the brotherhood of man, this crystal helps you to see all sides of the situation and come to a healthy, fair resolution. It is also very grounding, as it is capable of aligning the soul more closely with its vibration during meditation. Rhodonite seeks to unite people by allowing one to clear emotional wounds, forgive others, and see the loving oneness that binds us all."
Selenite- "A high vibration crystal that helps clear obstructions and promotes clear communication. This powerful stone can open the third eye and crown chakras, allowing for angelic communication. Combined with its peaceful energy, this is an excellent choice for when you are practicing meditation.
Selenite sweetens any space it is in, dissolving tension, stress, and negativity. This stone’s high vibration also provides mental clarity, mental flexibility, and enhanced decisiveness; it comes highly recommended for students and businesses."
Sodalite- "A calming stone capable of connecting to the sacred laws of communication in the universe. It eases confusion and focuses the mind, acting as a sedative that allows one to state their thoughts with clarity. For sensitive souls, this stone is an excellent companion for self-expression and speaking their truth to their social circles. Sodalite also encourages self-esteem and trust, further helping emotional people connect with themselves."
Shungite- "Protects against EMF radiation and clears out both emotional and mental pollutants. It is believed by many to transform water, giving it strong healing properties that can boost the immune system, balance one’s equilibrium, and transmute stress."
Smoky quartz- "One of the most efficient grounding and anchoring stones. A superb antidote to stress, this protective crystal relieves fear, lifts depression, and brings emotional calmness. This quartz promotes gentle positive thought by neutralizing negative vibrations from internal and external sources. It is also very clearing, negating the effects of electromagnetic or environmental pollutants. Smokey Quartz can help one accept their body and sexuality, as well as helping them leave behind past hooks that no longer serve them."
Sunstone- "Known for its ability to promote joy and chase away the blues, sunstone can heighten intuition and clear hooks in your etheric body. This stone clears all of your chakras and acts as an antidepressant."
Turquoise howlite- "Provides a deep, calm, peaceful strength and eliminates stressful thoughts. This stone soothes turbulent emotions and promotes tactfulness, helping you focus and master energy for use in the physical world. It is great for meditation and concentration, grounding you with your inner guides, ancestors, and dreams. Use Howlite to bring reasoning and patience to your observational skills and dispel the need for immediate confrontation."
Unakite- "Balances your emotions and brings in vision. Being very grounding, unakite has a calming influence. This stone is very helpful with healing past-life issues. It is a good stone to use when recuperating from an illness. Unakite encourages you to create from a place of love."