I love to share my light, inspire healing and guide others on their own journey of growth. A few weeks ago I was a guest speaker at Kindred Spirits Day School where I got to share my love of crystals and science with the intermediate class. It was such an amazing experience to connect with my inner child and align with the curious minds of kids. It truly lit me up at my core and inspired me to create crystal content for kids.
Children are deeply rooted and connected to the world around them. Stones are elements of the natural world all created from sacred geometry grown by Mother Earth and play an important role in physical, emotional and spiritual healing. Children have a natural born curiosity for the world and energy around them so much that they naturally gravitate towards stones and plants and other natural elements that hold healing powers. Yet so many children are not encouraged to explore this.
Crystals have been used in medicine for thousands of years in many ancient cultures for their natural healing properties. Each stone holds its own unique vibration, energy and frequency based on its molecular structure and because we like everything are made up of energy we can use crystals to balance, heal and shift energy in our bodies. Shapes, colors and textures all carry special meaning. (That's it in a nutshell, I go into more detail and the science of how and why in the courses I teach)
There are thousands of different crystals out there and more being discovered every day so where do you even begin when you're new to this?
Ways to Shop for Crystals
I like to tell others to trust your intuition. If you are drawn to a particular crystal or stone, pick it up, take a few breaths, close your eyes, hold it in your hand, how does it make you feel? Here's where I remind you that everything is energy, as Nicola Tesla once said “if you want to learn the secrets of the universe think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration” You will naturally be drawn to the crystals needed to support your energy.
You can also do some research beforehand and read about the properties of different crystals so you can find the one that will target the support you're looking for.
I've compiled a list of some crystals to work with that I use in my house and with my own kids. The stars beside some indicate my personal favorites. All of the crystals listed below are great for anyone but specifically chosen with kids various issues or challenges in mind.
**Amethyst - I call this one the “mama” crystal. It is a healer that purifies and transmutes all negative energy and will help when someone is going through a transition (i.e. death in the family, separation, anxiety, moving). Amethyst clusters are great to have in the bedroom for children with various disabilities or with emotional or physical pain. Has the ability to clear the room of any unwanted energies and bring balance. For direct pain - hold amethyst directly on the area for up to 20 minutes. Helps with nightmares or insomnia - place a piece on a child's night stand or under their pillow.
Apache tear - helps with any form of sadness and is the number one stone for grief
Aventurine - a leadership stone, connected to the heart it holds loving protective energy. Excellent for children who are shy to bring out confidence. It balances out polar energies and opens up the lungs so it can be used to support asthma.
Blue Lace Agate - for children who are argumentative and have a short temper. Allows practice for more peaceful communication.
**Carnelian- is used for feelings of inadequacy and low self esteem. Promotes self security and self love, encourages love between parents and children. Helps girls appreciate their bodies and aid in creativity. Carnelian can be used on acne by holding the stone over the skin and moving it in circles for several minutes, several times a day.
Chrysoprase - Protects children suffering from frequent nightmares. Place under a child’s pillow or in the 4 corners of the bed.
**Celestite - holds calm vibrations can cool fiery emotions and stress. It is a high vibrational stone that brings divine energy into the environment and stimulates development and metaphysical abilities. Promotes trust, wisdom and purity of the heart.
**Citrine - for self esteem and self confidence issues, can transmute negative energy
**Clear Quartz - a master healer, known for its ability to absorb, store, and regulate the release of energy. It is considered to be the light bringer and when a child connects with the right one, the natural energy can be just enough to shift negative emotions, transform disharmonious thought patterns and even place the seed for spiritual growth. The clarity of its many faces can spark memory, hone concentration, and bring your whole being back to balance. Quartz clusters can organize scattered thoughts and deflect negative energies.
**Fluorite The focus stone. A highly protective stone that grounds and harmonizes spiritual energy. Helps to increase intuitive abilities, cleanse, stabilize and protect your aura. Has a calm like energy bringing order to a chaotic mind, helping with focus, clear thinking and creative inspiration.
**Hematite - is a must have for grounding and protection, dispels negativity and provides a sense of strength and courage. (the myth is that Thor's hammer is made of hematite)
Howlite - the tranquility stone. It calms communication, enhances emotional expression and eliminates stress and rage. Encourages ambition and eliminates hesitation.
Jade - a soother of emotions, good for children who are emotionally sensitive that often need a support system to keep from feeling overwhelmed. Enhances self confidence and self assurance, also inspirational in helping children achieve desires in life.
**Lapis Lazuli - is a wonderful stabilizer for kids that show psychic gifts early in life. Stimulates expansion of consciousness in a very supportive way, promotes purification and clarity of spiritual insight while also encouraging openness and self acceptance.
Moonstone - for children dealing with emotional overwhelm and hyperactivity. Can be rubbed over the forehead and over the temples. For girls it can also be good support during their monthly cycle.
Pink Tourmaline - brings deep loving comforting energy, good for children recovering from abuse, transforms negative behavior into positive.
Pyrite -is extremely grounding and protective and it reflects negative energy.
Rhodonite - helps children who are impatient, brings about the feeling of calm and peace when you rub it in your hands.
**Rose Quartz - holds gentle loving vibrations, good for children who have hurt feelings or aggressive tendencies, soothes erratic emotional states, anxiety, fear, compulsions and other mental disorders. Can be worn as a bracelet or pendant or in a pouch in their pocket
**Selenite - provides a peaceful atmosphere, clarity of the mind and accesses angelic consciousness. Anchors the light body in earthly vibrations, a healing stone at the energetic level. Disperses and stabilizes erratic emotions and brings a conscious understanding of what's happening on the subconscious level. Can also clear other crystals and when using a selenite wand can sweep away negative energies and clear the aura.
**Smoky Quartz is an incredible grounding and cleansing stone with strong links to the earth that helps to clear blocks and keep you protected by absorbing electromagnetic smog. Is detoxing at all levels bringing a positive vibration. It can assist in dealing with stress, deep trauma and old toxic patterns all while keeping you anchored.
Sunstone - helps children who are overprotective and possessive
Tigers eye- grounding and protection stone, helps put thoughts into action and teaches them to listen to their intuition
When it comes to crystals I could talk for hours, I hope this blog post brought you some clarity and has pointed you in the right direction. Shop Crystal kits Collection on the website to view Teen kits, Student Study kits, Crystals for Kids *Essential *Girl Power *Power Up
Sending light, love and a little sparkle to you
Roxy