Fatigue , low morale, lack of self-confidence ... What if we chose crystals to take care of our moods ?

Since the 70s, we have been talking more and more about lithotherapy. With the fashion of neo-witches and the return to natural care, the art of using the energy of stones and crystals to feel good is all the rage. Good to know: in ancient civilizations, many rituals were already based on the benefits of gems... To fully understand the interest of stones, you have to be a little connected to "energy". In a few words, without giving a course on Einstein's relativity, everything is energy. Stones have a particular vibrational field that diffuses a certain form of energy and rebalances our body. Stones have different benefits depending on their properties, linked to their composition. How to choose your stone? In two ways. Either, you have a specific problem (difficulty sleeping, irrational fears, etc.) and you are looking for a stone to answer it. Or, you let yourself be guided by your intuition. Once the stone is chosen, you look for its meaning and its virtues. In the world of litho, they say that there is no such thing as chance and that the stone you need calls you... Stones can be worn as jewelry (necklace, bracelet). They can also be slipped into your bag, in your pocket, under your pillow. Or sit on your desk. Another use: you can also use them as a meditation support, placed in your hand.

Need for calm

In cases of emotional turbulence, certain stones are known to calm the mind and regulate mood.

Good stones: mother-of-pearl , rose quartz, rhodochrosite.

Need an energy boost?

In case of extreme fatigue and lack of enthusiasm, certain stones will revitalize you and give you back your pep.

Good stones: amethyst, topaz, amber.

Need protection

Sometimes we feel like we are being watched or invaded by energy vampires. You know, the ones that tire you out and take away all your life force just by approaching you… In these cases, certain so-called protection stones can act as a barrier between you and others.

Good stones: black obsidian, labradorite, tiger's eye.

Need to boost self-confidence

Do you have trouble speaking in public? Is your shyness playing tricks on you? Certain “special introvert” stones help you overcome your limits.

Good stones: moss agate, orange calcite, celestite.

Need to get your spirits up

To chase away sad thoughts and find a little hope, certain stones give new momentum and bring a little lightness and joy. The good stones: green aventurine, amazonite, citrine.

Need for anchoring

To return to the present moment, not to dwell on the past and not to get lost in your thoughts, certain stones allow you to reconnect and find the path to serenity.

Good stones: mahogany obsidian, jasper, garnet.

Need for serenity

In case of stress and overworked life, certain stones help you to overcome your anxieties and fight effectively against stress.

Good stones: pyrite, mochaite jasper, aquamarine.

How to take care of your stones?

Choose them on reference sites, such as France Minerals , Midobras , Let's play on the moon or rely on word of mouth. The ideal is to go to stone shops to be in direct contact with the crystals and a lithotherapy expert, who will explain to you how to discharge (with water, fumigation) and recharge (moonlight, sun) your gem. Different for each stone, these steps are essential to benefit from their full potential. When you are not using them, place them in a place protected from light, ideally in a black pouch. You can group them by color family.

For more information:

• Dictionary of holistic lithotherapy, Aurélia Mariani, Améthyste Éditions, €38.
• Litho Positive, Carole Smile, Leduc Eso, €20.