I had an amazing question from a community member recently that I am so excited to share with you all.

They asked me…

“I just made my first crystal purchase and I’m wondering what do I do now? How can I get the most out of my crystals? How should I be working with them?” 

This is an awesome question that I wish more people would ask. Whether you are just starting on your crystal journey or you consider yourself a seasoned pro, getting to the crux of how we work with our crystals is so so so important.

There are a million and one ways that you can work with and make amazing connections with crystals. But today I want to talk to you about a really important aspect of working with crystals—co-creating.

Oftentimes you’ll hear me talking about working with your crystals and what these crystals can bring into your life. Here’s the thing—it isn’t just about bringing crystals into your physical space. You need to work with your crystals to tap into everything they have to offer. It’s about intentionally connecting with your crystals.

Crystals are tools. You can use them to build the life you’ve always wanted, but you need to use them. You need to incorporate them into your daily life in meaningful ways to get the full benefit of their awesome energy. 

This will look different for every single person but if you find a way that works for you, you will be able to harness the healing power of these crystals. The great thing is that there is no wrong way to connect with your crystals—whatever method you choose, you just need to make sure it works for you! 

Today, I am sharing with you three of what I believe to be the most effective and most accessible ways to co-create with your crystals. Let’s dive in!

Selecting crystals

As you know, every stone has its unique energy. And each of these energies can help you in different ways—from the grounding and stabilization of Agate to the universal love of Rose Quartz, there is a crystal that can help you with everything under the sun.

With so many crystals to choose from, the first step in connecting with your crystals is finding a crystal that resonates with you. I truly believe that your intuition will help guide you to connect with the crystal that will bring the most positive energy into your life. 

Next time you are shopping for a crystal—whether it’s online or in-person—I suggest you close your eyes and visualize what it is you need from a crystal. When you open your eyes, follow the physical pull you feel. Maybe it takes you to a display at the back of the store, or to a specific link. As you keep moving forward, this pull will get stronger and stronger until you find the crystal is your crystal. 

I bet you’ll pick up that crystal and feel an immediate connection. And when you read the description… you may be surprised to see you’ve found exactly what you need!

Meditating with your crystals

On its own, meditation is a very powerful tool. For centuries, it has been used by millions of people to help stay calm, centered, and grounded. Not only is it a fundamental element in reaching spiritual enlightenment, but it is also a wonderful way to keep your physical, mental, and emotional health in check. 

Adding crystals to your practice is like supercharging your meditation. Meditating with your crystals is one of the most powerful ways to connect with and benefit from their energy. 

This will look different for everyone based on how you currently meditate. I suggest starting by simply holding onto your crystal of choice in your non-dominant hand during meditation and focusing on your breathing. You can also use your crystal as the point of focus, directing your energy into the crystal throughout your meditation. 

Using positive affirmations

Positive affirmations are a great way to bring positive energy into your life and to manifest your desires into reality. The concept is very simple—instead of getting down on yourself, speak positive words of love and support to yourself. Do you know the saying “treat others as you wish to be treated”? Well, this is all about treating yourself as you wish to be treated. 

The great thing about positive affirmations is that it takes less than a minute, you can do it at any time of the day, and you can use any crystal and any intention.

All you need to do is set your intention, choose your crystal, take a deep breath and relax, and speak your affirmation out loud three times. Why three? It is a very powerful number and will help to connect your body, mind, and spirit.

There is no wrong affirmation, but here are a few of my favorite affirmation and crystal pairings that you can try out!

• Rose Quartz for self-love: “I am strong, I am beautiful, I am graceful, I am open to love.”

• Citrine for creativity: “I am open to inspiration and my creative mind is powerful.”

• Orange Calcite for happiness: “I radiate happiness and positivity.”

• Smoky Quartz for protection: “My mind, body, and soul are beacons of positivity. I am safe. I am strong.”

Experiment with a variety of crystals and a variety of connection methods to see what feels best for you. Each ritual and each crystal has a vibration associated with it—testing out a few options is the best way to find your perfect match.

If you are looking for more ways to bring crystals into your everyday life, check out this blog with five great strategies.