Ever wondered what crystals work best for unblocking chakras? Not sure which ones to use? Which stones work best for each chakra? Is there a chakra crystal that will align all chakras? I hear you. These are common questions. I know it can get pretty confusing to try and figure it all out! In this post, I’ve simplified it for you. I’ll share the top 5 inexpensive, easy to find crystals for opening chakras, what chakra crystals are, how crystals help open chakras, and I’ll tell you which chakra stones to choose if you’re looking to balance all your chakras at once.

What is a chakra crystal?

Chakra crystals are sometimes known as chakra stones even though crystals and stones have different chemical compositions. Crystals are composed of single minerals whereas stones contain more than one mineral. Both crystals and stones have the ability to unblock the energy centers in the body called chakras when they resonate at the same frequency as a chakra. In this post, I’ll refer to them generically as ‘crystals’ and share the top 5 I use for opening chakras.

How do crystals help chakras?

Even though the healing power of crystals may not be backed by scientific proof, physicists have found that crystals are able to create Piezoelectricity which is why they are used in quartz watches, computers, and microphones. The subtle electrical current of piezoelectricity that can be felt by those sensitive to vibrations can be used for chakra cleansing.

Top 5 crystals for opening chakras

CLEAR CRYSTAL QUARTZ

If you are looking for a crystal to balance all chakras, try Clear Crystal Quartz (also known as Clear Quartz or Rock Crystal).

Quartz itself is pure silicon dioxide (SiO2) so it is able to vibrate at precise frequencies to produce energy according to geology.com. As chakras are points of spiritual entry that allow the flow of the life force through various energetic pathways in the body. Clear Quartz is able to resonate with the vibration of a chakra and release blocked energy.

AMETHYST

Amethyst is a purple-colored variety of Quartz with similar vibrational characteristics that can also be used to open chakras. Amethyst is a gemstone or ‘stone’ as it contains Quartz as well as iron impurities. The color of Amethyst varies from light to dark purple depending on the saturation level of the iron. Some varieties of Amethyst appear violet whereas some even exhibit a more reddish-purple color.

ROSE QUARTZ

Rose Quartz is an abundant, relatively inexpensive gemstone or ‘stone’. It is a variety of Quartz with pink inclusions due to the minerals titanium, manganese, and iron. The vibration of Rose Quartz resonates most closely with the frequency of the heart chakra or Anahata chakra. It can be used to unblock all chakras as it is known for its qualities of enhancing femininity, the ability to love and, to be loved.

SELENITE

Selenite is a ‘stone’ composed of four varieties of the crystalline mineral gypsum. Most often it is columnar, colorless with pearly white reflections. Selenite is most often associated with the third eye chakra, brow chakra, or Anja chakra and can invoke feelings of peacefulness and harmony which come from its ability to calm the mind and connect one to higher realms. Due to its high vibration, Selenite can be used to release blockages in all chakras.

PYRITE

Pyrite is a bright metallic-colored stone that is usually associated with the fire element and the solar plexus chakra or Manipura chakra as it can produce sparks of fire when struck against metal or stone. It is composed of the minerals iron and sulfur so it is able to draw the earth's energy up into the body providing stabilization, protection, and a sense of safety. Because of this stabilizing property, Pyrite is also associated with the spiritual energy point called the root chakra or Muladhara chakra. A strong root chakra is needed to stabilize the whole body. Click here for my post on balancing the root chakra to calm anxiety.

There you have it, a summary of my top 5 crystals for unblocking chakras. Clear Crystal Quartz can be used due to its piezoelectric quality. Amethyst and Rose Quartz are different forms of Quartz so they also have the ability to increase the vibration of chakras releasing stagnant energy and allowing them to regain flow. Selenite can be used for chakra clearing due to its high vibration whereas Pyrite can ground the body by resonating with the frequency of the earth and the root chakra providing one with a sense of stability.

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