Crystals may beam positive energy into home
The practice of feng shui and the art of crystals have more in common than you might think. They’re both used to “shift and transform the energy of your space,” according to Heather Askinosie, co-founder of Energy Muse and coauthor of “Crystal Muse.”
Askinosie should know — she’s an expert in combining elements such as crystals, holistic healing and feng shui to help people balance and transform their lives.
For the uninitiated, she explains that crystals have an orderly structure and emit energy at a constant frequency.
“When a crystal is placed on or near an area of the body emitting at a lower frequency, it encourages the body to match its higher frequency,” she says.
Combine this with feng shui, which Askinosie describes as a “vehicle to help mirror back to yourself what you want to create in your life,” and you could find the positive energy you’re seeking. Amethyst might help relieve daily stress.
Askinosie suggests six crystals to promote good vibes and where you should put them in your home.
• Amethyst: “Amethyst is like a spa day in a stone,” Askinosie says.
“It is the exact kind of relaxing energy that we could all use after a long day.”
It’s also connected to your intuition, according to Askinosie. “Amethyst not only helps your body give in to innate desires like sound sleep and relaxation, but it also works with your third eye to balance the mind with insightful solutions to problems.”
Placement: Anywhere. Amethyst is like an energetic air purifier, Askinosie says.
“It cleanses away any negativity that may be hanging around and makes sure that your space carries an atmosphere of positivity where others will feel at home.”
• Clear quartz: “For those whose spirit needs illumination, clear quartz brings clarity to shadows within the mind,” Askinosie says. This crystal resonates with the body, allowing it to act as a universal healer.
“By elevating thoughts and perspectives, it will help manifest your intentions like never before.”
Placement: The living room. “It purifies and cleanses the energy of your space,” Askinosie says, “while elevating it to a new level.”
• Selenite: “The pure, high vibrational energy of selenite is like liquid light,” Askinosie explains.
“As it flows through your space, it brightens the energy of everyone and everything within it.”
Selenite can cleanse, purify and help you meet your potential.
Placement: Anywhere. “Put it anywhere in your place that you’d like to infuse with bright, soothing and uplifting energy,” Askinosie says.
• Pyrite: Often called “fool’s gold” because of its appearance and properties, pyrite is thought to attract wealth, abundance and good luck. It also has a strong protective energy, according to Askinosie.
“It has the ability to show you which behaviors are holding you back.”
Placement: The office. Askinosie suggests placing a piece of this crystal on top of the business cards in your office. This will bring the energy of abundance, new opportunities and prosperity, she says.
• Rose quartz: “This stone will open up your heart chakra to every kind of love that you need — whether it’s self-love, familial love, friendship love, love for humanity or romantic love,” Askinosie says.
By promoting compassion, happiness, forgiveness and peace, this crystal will help you let go of negative emotions. “With this sense of release, your spirit can finally be free of petty negativity.”
Placement: The bedroom. “Rose quartz is great for the bedroom because it has a very easy, loving energy that’s wonderful to relax in," Askinosie says.
• Fluorite: “This is an absorbent crystal that will neutralize all of the negativity around it,” Askinosie explains. Allow it to bring you peace and tranquility when your thoughts race. “Fluorite ensures mental clarity and harmony between the mind, body and spirit.”
Placement: Any place you go to meditate or relax. “This calming stone reminds you to take time for yourself to rejuvenate and recharge,” she says.
Although cultivating a collection of crystals in your home can help to promote positivity and tranquility, Askinosie warns against thinking that crystals will magically change your life.
“At the end of the day, crystals are a tool that reminds you that you can find peace even in the midst of chaos. A touchstone to get grounded, balanced, and centered,” she says.
“The magic is not the crystal; it’s you.”