HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR STONE?

 

1- Choose a stone by intuition

The most common way to choose a stone is to let your feelings guide you, even if you think you have no intuition! Assume that a stone should not leave you indifferent. It should awaken a sensation or a feeling in you (desire, curiosity, fear, repulsion...). It may seem beautiful, attractive, or give you an unpleasant impression. No matter the effect it produces. You must consider that it calls out to something within you, even if it cannot be articulated. If that's the case, you're already on the right track...

Let yourself be carried away by colors, shapes, textures... and most importantly, don't overthink it!

You need to act with the spontaneity of a small child. Go where you feel like going, without any analysis. Let your eyes scan the photos of various stones. Wanting to look at one stone (among many others) is already a sign in itself. It is a spontaneous reaction linked to the natural resonance existing between your body and that stone.

By choosing a stone this way, you instinctively respond to the "demand" your body expresses. You should therefore let yourself be drawn to the stones that attract you (or strongly resonate with you) without worrying about their functions or uses, putting aside the mental aspect or the need to understand.

 

2- CHOOSE A STONE BASED ON ITS VIRTUES

A stone can be chosen by theme. Indeed, each stone is associated with certain specific abilities. Of course, it is very likely that several stones will suit you and address your problems. To make your choice, focus on what truly matters to you. Through personal reflection, identify the areas you would like to develop, whether physical or mental, the wounds you would like to heal, or the abilities you wish to acquire. The choice of your crystal depends above all on what your deep self desires, so you must first connect with yourself to then be able to establish a connection with the stone. For example, people with a chronic fear of abandonment will turn to rhodonite, which heals childhood traumas. For naturally wary people, carnelian will soothe their fears. There are a multitude of stones, each with its own characteristics: it's up to you to find the one that suits you.

 

3- Choose your stone by its color

There are stones of different colors and each color has its own meaning. If you can't let your intuition guide you, and you hesitate between different stones, you must first understand what each stone color means:

 

The meaning of yellow or orange stones

 

 

 

 

Yellow stones symbolize wisdom, happiness, and joy. Yellow also brings clarity and mental vivacity. Orange, on the other hand, draws its warmth from red. Thus, orangey yellow evokes more concentration, unlike pale yellow which clarifies ideas and makes the mind sharper. To put it simply, yellow and orange stones are mainly used to help make decisions, improve concentration, and memory.

 

The meaning of green stones

 

 

Green symbolizes well-being, balance, self-respect, harmony, and learning. Thus, green stones enhance vital force, increase chances of making good deals, and promote success both financially and materially. Green stones are widely used in feng shui and, in particular, help to accept changes more easily.

 

 

The meaning of blue stones

 

 

Blue has always been believed to strengthen intuition, generate compassion, and promote spiritual development. Blue stones are also known to improve communication and self-confidence. Stones often appreciated by shy people and those lacking assurance.

 

 

The meaning of brown or black stones

 

 

Black, which is not really a color, represents the energy of emptiness. Black stones therefore symbolize the potential available to you; they can help you visualize the future better and help you to better apprehend it. Finally, black stones also represent composure and resilience. Brown, on the other hand, refers to the earth, so brown stones symbolize stability and help to accept reality.

 

 

The meaning of pink, white or transparent stones

 

 

 

 

Pink stones represent empathy, love, self-esteem, tenderness, and acceptance. White or transparent stones symbolize development, new beginnings in life, and clarity. Thus, white stones are mainly used to break down obstacles in your path and to clarify ideas.

 

 

 The meaning of purple or violet stones

 

 

Purple and violet colors represent magic, spirituality, and mystery, while violet reflects creativity, inspiration, imagination, and spiritual wisdom. For a long time, purple and violet symbolized monarchy, so they are, in a way, noble colors.

 

 

The meaning of red stones

 

 

The color red represents many elements. Red symbolizes passion, fire, love, but also growth, impulsivity, courage, action, and power. Red recalls the color of blood; thus, red stones are used to restore strength, lift spirits, and increase self-confidence. So if you feel signs of weakness, red stones will be perfect for you.