5 Types of Healing Crystals for Beginners

Like all things, crystals hold energy, and, depending on the type of crystal, the energy it possesses can alter your mood, health, and/or overall mental state. The level of information on crystals is deep, but here are a list of 5 common crystals you can find at small shops that will help you to heal and flourish.
Citrine

Seeking happiness, or finding a hard time feeling joy in your current life situation? Citrine promotes happiness from within. This crystal is also great for manifestation practices. Hold this crystal in your hands, or on your belly button, and take deep breathes as you visually define what you want, love, and need.
Malachite

Heal your financial stress and fear with Malachite. This green tinted stone holds the energy to transfer financial anxiety into peace and happiness. It serves as a reminder that you live in abundance and all that you need and deserve is with you. Define and visualize what a prosperous life means to you as you hold this crystal.
Clear Quartz

Possibly the most commonly found is this clear, rigid stone. Clear Quartz helps you find clarity, and, due to it’s clear color, it can be used for any life situation. Hold this stone in your left hand, and state what you can control to activate the nature of this crystal.
I use this crystal, or keep it close, while write in my Soulwork Planner to help me center my mind as I start my day and focus my thoughts.
Rose Quartz

Use the healing energy of Rose Quartz to help your heart to forgive. The forgiveness you find with this stone helps you heal from traumatizing experiences and people that may have brought you pain. Hold this stone close to your heart as you breathe concentrating on the rhythm of your heart.
Black Obsidian

Need to find your way back, mentally? Find stable ground with Black Obsidian. This stone promotes mental stability and helps guide you to a new perspective that can be clouded by current emotions. Keep this stone with you or close to you especially on hectic days, traffic filled drives, and even when you think you may not need it. This stone is simply a reminder that peace of mind is right by your side.