Whether you are a believer in the zodiac star signs or not, it is super fun to self analyze and reflect on your decisions in life. I go into the zodiac with an open mind and use it as a way to spark my self reflection. Whether the accuracy of the horoscope is there or not, I am able to still dive deeper into the meaning behind my actions and think about how I may be affecting others.
In ancient Reiki practice, crystals were used for their healing properties on the main chakras located along the body. The unique properties of each stone is seen as an amazing way to help balance out human energy and create a harmonious environment.
Due to the unique characteristics that the star signs possess, there are particular crystals that may be better for some signs over others. Crystals are not only used for Reiki practice, but can be a beautiful addition to your home decor that can help cleanse your negative emotions or anxiety in daily life! Below you can find the best crystals to incorporate into your surrounding environment for an optimal energy balance!
Aries
If you are an Aries, you are a leader by nature. Your impeccable way to persuade and bring others together against the odds is one of their many attractive qualities. You love to get new ideas going and kick-start your life with big and wild dreams for success! Because of your large and sometimes unrealistic ambitions, you may struggle with the follow-through of your big plans and goals.
A great crystal to combat the self-doubt would be Carnelian. This stone’s energy can act as the confidence boost to push you forward into completing your biggest goals and aspirations.
Aventurine is also a very powerful stone for communication and opening up the Aries to be more balanced and in touch with the emotions of others. Placing these crystals around the house or even incorporating them into your jewelry may be beneficial as a reminder to seek balance in your day to day.
Taurus
A very positive stone for the stubborn Taurus is the Emerald Stone because it is said to bring forth a sense of infinite patience. You are normally very stable and reliable while being a well grounded individual.
A Taurus without the confidence may find difficulty in speaking up for what they believe in without fear of judgement, so a great stone to incorporate into a Taurus home would be Blue Kyanite. This stone is used when dealing with difficult people is unavoidable and true feelings need to be mindfully expressed. The stone is calming and may help you in creating new beginnings.
Rose Quartz is another stone that balances out the heart chakra. By connecting your heart to feelings of unconditional love for a partner and one’s self, a healthier outlook on love and past jealousies will unfold.
Gemini
The emotional nature of a Gemini is balanced by a cleansing Jade stone. The Jade can help you remove the negative energy and turn it into a sense of peace and tranquility.
Jasper is an amazing stone for gaining the sense of togetherness with loved ones, so that your need for positive attention is fulfilled. The increase in positive energy is very important for you due to the strong pull of their emotions and need for communication.
Good communication is one of your most admirable qualities and can be supplemented with Aquamarine. This crystal can play an important role in increasing positive communication and decreasing over handling situations. By having a stronger focus on gentile and realistic communication, you will be better heard and understood more clearly among varying audiences.
Cancer
Cancer is an emotional sign that could use some balance when connecting to the emotions of others. The Red Jasper is an interesting stone because it can help with stabilizing emotions so that you can be a reliable source of support for others. This balance is important because it may help you gain more self-awareness in other difficult situations.
Carnelian is another crystal that may be beneficial because it can help you grab onto your challenges and push past them with greater ease. It may give you the energy that you need to push you over the undesirable hump in your life that you may feel is impossible to get past.
Leo
As a Leo you may struggle with heightened stress and anxiety in different situations. If you wish to combat that negative energy, incorporating Amethyst into your surroundings may be beneficial. It may help you feel more at peace by pushing out the negative energy and harnessing it into motivation that is even stronger. The healing effects of this stone may bring a more tranquil atmosphere into your daily activities.
Tiger’s Eye may also be beneficial to become a more grounded individual and help you evolve gracefully over the years to come.
Virgo
As a Virgo, you may struggle with your emotions in romance and may get confused by the directions that they lead you. A stone to combat the extremity of the roller coaster would be Amazonite. This stone may target your emotional struggles and create a calmer space that brings clarity to your situations.
Kyanite is also an amazing stone for a Virgo because it can help to push you to try new things that are beyond your comfort zone. You are capable of amazing things, but you may want an extra push to make you more comfortable with experimentation in daily life.
Libra
As a Libra, you may feel guilty with your decisions. Your indecisive nature makes your confidence weaken to a point where you may not feel qualified to make important decisions. To balance out this weakness, you can incorporate Citrine into your surroundings. This stone may help with your confidence when making decisions and trust in your abilities.
Moonstone is also a positive stone to be around because it can help reduce anxiety in high stress situations as well as bring all of your good qualities to the surface again. With an increase in confidence and clarity, you will be able to concentrate on making decisions for yourself instead of for the needs of others.
Scorpio
Scorpio may be prone to confusion in life and misdirection. The Obsidian stone is perfect for bringing clarity to the forefront and allowing for more cloudless thought. Obsidian is a stabilizer and will allow for you to heal emotionally. The Scorpio anger may take over at times, so it is important to combat it with a soothing stone for emotional tranquility.
Malachite is perfect for the task of reducing anger and instead producing a more positive environment. Malachite is great for absorbing the negativity in life and creating a fresh clean slate.
Sagittarius
Due to your adventurous qualities, you are always ready for the next big experience. To aid in that search, Bronzite may be the perfect fit for you. This stone may enhance spontaneity and change so that you can stay emotionally stimulated in daily life.
The Lapis Lazuli will help promote the art of making stronger decisions and allow for a better grasp on self-awareness. Building your self reflection is important for maintaining a growing steady relationship that can still thrive in your adventurous lifestyle.
Capricorn
The Capricorn qualities teeter along the line between persistence and being relentless and pessimistic. The most beneficial stone to reduce overall sadness and negative thoughts would be the Onyx. This stone is an amazing healer by enhancing strength and self-control.
The strong feelings of envy that you may feel towards others can be reduced through Peridot. This stone is said to increase success in relationships by absorbing the jealous energy and allowing your confidence shine through.
Aquarius
An Aquarius may need to work on forgiving others and moving forward. You may feel hurt or upset without allowing yourself to move onward and upward in life. Aquamarine is a great choice for you if you need to work on acts of forgiveness in friendships and relationships.
The Aethmyst stone is also a great choice to have around because it works on the holistic view of your energy and enhances the strength in your mind, body, and soul connection.
Pisces
A Pisces dealing with disappointment or a broken heart is prone to frustration and instability. The Chrysocolla stone is what will bring clarity to those situations and allow you to fully sort through your emotions in a productive manner. Coping with disappointment takes a strong sense of reflection and clarity, so being able to successfully put the emotions into place will make the feelings resolve at a faster rate.
Agate will help to create emotional balance and aid in self reflection so that struggles in the future may be handled with the past in mind.
The qualities of different crystals are not only unique and interesting to discover, but they are all surprisingly positive. There is no wrong stone to incorporate into your daily life for a greater sense of balance, so experiment and choose a stone that you gravitate towards first! Whether the healing properties of the crystals are evident is up to your personal interpretation, but having their beauty and aesthetic in my surroundings is already enough to boost my mood and increase my feeling of tranquility.
The crystals can not only create a positive change in your emotional life, but act as beautiful decor pieces on any coffee table, desk, or nightstand, Placing your crystals on a mirrored surface adds a little extra sparkle to any space! If you are struggling and looking for some clarity, why not try out this inexpensive and beautiful fix to start your overall wellness journey.
With Love,
April Ann
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