ALL CRYSTALS

Crystals have long been revered for their metaphysical and healing properties in various cultures across the globe.

Some of the notable uses for crystals are -

Beauty and Decoration: First and foremost crystals are appreciated simply for their aesthetic qualities. Crystals can serve as a unique, one-of-a-kind piece of home décor within the home or work space.

Protection: Some crystals such as Black tourmaline are thought to protect against negative energy or environmental stressors.

Manifestation: Often crystals are used in manifestation practices, to assists in bring dreams and goals into reality.

Meditation: Crystals are frequently added into meditation routines to enhance and deepen the meditative state.

Healing: Crystals are used in alternative medicine practices, such as crystal healing to promote physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.

There are thousands of different types of crystals, each with unique properties, structures and compositions.

Crystals can be categorised based on their chemical composition, summarised into primary groups which are -

• Elements
• Oxides
• Sulfides
• Sulfates
• Carbonates
• Halides
• Phosphates
• Silicates

There are also 7 crystal systems that describe the symmetry and structure which are named -

• Triclinic
• Monoclinic
• Orthorhombic
• Tetragonal
• Trigonal
• Hexagonal
• Cubic

There are a number of factors that can be involved when individuals choose their crystals. Some factors that may attribute to choosing crystals are -

• Purpose or Intention
• Intuition and Attraction
• Appearance
• Research
• Recommendations

Ultimately no matter how you wish to decide on a crystal, its a personal journey. There's no right or wrong way to choose a crystal, let your intuition guide you.

Some of the best crystals for beginners that are easy to use are -

• Amethyst
• Black Tourmaline
• Citrine
• Clear Quartz
• Rose Quartz
• Selenite

These crystals provide a good foundation for beginners due to their well-rounded properties and ease of use.