One of the major challenges that life brings us is falling into regular slumps, be that physical, mental or emotional. Whatever walk of life you may come from, the experience is a universal one. With the popularisation of crystals in recent years, I’m sure many of you have wondered if there are crystals that can lift you up when you’re feeling gloomy. Don’t worry, I’ve also spent hours on TikTok searching for crystals that will cure my college burnouts asap. Below, I have put together a (non-exhaustive) list of some of my favourite crystals to cure common types of slumps you may find yourself in.
Green Aventurine
For those days when you’re feeling down and defeated, Green Aventurine is the crystal to lift your spirits! This beautiful stone is perfect for bringing optimism back into your life and making sure you’re bursting with confidence.
Known as the “Stone of Opportunity,” this crystal is also bound to bring you luck and fortune. One expert says that the stone helps you see an abundance of opportunities around you and the confidence and motivation that it brings will inspire you to chase those opportunities.
I myself own Green Aventurine and have found that it has taken me out of my motivation slump, giving me the courage to apply for any college internships that come my way in 2022, which is something that I would have been a lot more anxious (and lazy!) to do before.
Green Aventurine is perfect for your study/work desk where it can be in the natural light and help you complete those tedious college assignments.
Of course, just like most crystals, Aventurine needs to be cleansed and charged regularly. A bit of soap and warm water will do the trick!
Fluorite
For many of us, the new college semester is well underway. With assignments starting to pile up, a little extra help wouldn’t hurt to avoid burnout. Fluorite or the infamous, “Genius Stone,” is the stone to give us college students a push in the right direction. Fluorite has an incredible energy that allows you to focus and concentrate on any tasks you need to face. Its vibrations open up the mind, allowing for plenty of creativity to flow. This crystal is perfect for those late nights we spend awake completing those last-minute assignments.
Purple Fluorite has been recommended for those focusing on mathematical or science subjects, while Yellow Fluorite is said to be perfect for those studying humanities. With exams coming up, I might just have to grab this one myself!
Jewellery has been said to be the best way to absorb all the intelligence out of Fluorite.
Selenite
Keeping your body physically healthy and energised is just as important as keeping your mind healthy. Luckily, Selenite is the perfect crystal for physical health.
This stone is incredible for aligning the spine and removing any blockages from the neck. If you’re anything like me, you definitely have atrocious posture, so this crystal is essential if you often find yourself spending long hours crouched over a desk. Bringing flexibility throughout the body, Selenite is the ideal nightstand crystal to lift you out of a physical slump.
In order to activate its healing energies, trace your Selenite crystal along your spine all the way up to your neck. This crystal can also be perfect for massages.
Similar to Fluorite, Selenite is a delicate stone. Gentleness is key in cleansing it. A soft brush and warm water will do the job! To charge Selenite, moonlight is perfect. However a white candle will suffice if you need to charge your stone urgently.
Blue Chalcedony
Anxiety and stress are common feelings we often experience in our consumer-driven lives. Sometimes, this can put us in a mental slump and we just need to take a break. Blue Chalcedony is the stone for that! This crystal is amazing for soothing nerves and providing a sense of calmness. The beautiful stone has a nurturing energy to it, encouraging harmony and absorbing any negative emotions and energy. This is important for those days when you feel like someone or something is draining all of the energy you have in you (like your lecturers!).
The mental stability that this crystal provides is absolutely necessary for our everyday lives. It helps us sleep better, get along well with our friends and family and most importantly, it ensures that we radiate positive energy. This is necessary for all aspects of life: school/ college, work, home, family, friendship, personal growth.
One of the most effective ways to use Blue Chalcedony is by wearing it as a necklace. I find myself in dire need of it during exam season or when the deadlines are piling up! The stone also works great under your pillow to help you sleep peacefully.
Blue Chalcedony is not as fragile as the other crystals mentioned above, therefore, running it under warm saline water is fine. However, it should not be exposed to heat for a long period of time as it can be discoloured.
Despite the healing properties that these crystals do provide, it is extremely important to remember that crystals are not to be used as replacements for any medication, counselling, therapy, treatment, etc.