9 Amazing Crystals for Self-Love

Even those of us who are blessed with an abundance of love to give can find it tricky to turn that light back on ourselves when it comes to self-acceptance. To love ourselves means to know how to put our own needs first, to build healthy boundaries, to have healthy discourse with ourselves and to make decisions that put us in a safe and loving place.

Loving ourselves sometimes comes served up in hyperbole. Self-care and self-love may be a 21st-century buzzword that gets tied up in hot baths and cute selfies but committing to self-love isn’t always as simple. Learning to love ourselves can be a journey and it takes habit-forming practice to make it come naturally. Self-love can only come from us, but we can call into being the power of other spiritual tools and healing stones to help us get there. Take a look at these crystals for self-love. 

Here Are The Most Powerful Crystals for Self-Love and Healing

Crystals can be a great way of setting an intention for self-love and for clearing out that negative talk. Here are a handful of crystals we love when it comes to all things compassion and personal care.

• Carnelian for root strength and self-esteem
• Citrine for saying yes to joie de vivre
• Rose Quartz for inviting the heart chakra to bloom
• Rhodonite for raising your spirits
• Rhodochrosite for cutting out people-pleasing behavior
• Amethyst for spiritual love
• Hematite for protective power
• Amazonite for building boundaries
• Moonstone for bringing motherly love to yourself 

Carnelian

What it looks like: Red and orange and streaked with fire, the Carnelian stone is every inch the sunset stone. This gem is aglow with energy and it comes as no surprise that it is deeply connected with the lower chakras. These are the chakras of root strength, passion, a zest for life, and the art of creativity and expression - all which play a vital role when it comes to building confidence, esteem, and an unbreakable bond with yourself.

What it does: When you unblock the sacral chakra you are already on the way to unlocking that self-confidence door. Carnelian is a stone that gifts you courage, stamina, and the boldness you need to shine. It invites you to embrace new opportunities and to build yourself up in a way that means you can’t be knocked down. Find out more about the meaning of Carnelian.

When to use it: Turn to Carnelian when you feel like you want to rouse a self-love spirit that takes a fierier approach. Sometimes we need our self-love to be less gentle and mothering and to be a bit sparkier so we feel alive inside. For those who feel like a distinguished flame, Carnelian can brighten you up.

Citrine

What it looks like: Like a piece of sunlight slipped into your pocket, the Citrine gemstone is pure unbridled joy. Glimmering in shades of yellow and gold, there’s a pretty pop to Citrine and as its name suggests, this is an excellent stone for when you want to be reminded that life is full of lemons and you too, can fizz with fun.

What it does: The ultimate pick-me-up – Citrine is all about the joie de vivre. For those who feel like a black cloud is forever chasing them, Citrine invites you to shake off the negative energy and to put yourself out there into the light. It is an awesome stone for sending radiant positive vibes right down to your solar plexus chakra. Say hello to all that wonderful warrior energy that is about to be stirred up. The power of positivity, the strength of the warrior, and the imagined feeling of sun on skin means that Citrine is sure to make you a magnet for abundance. Find out more about the meaning of Citrine.

When to use it: For those times when you feel like life isn’t going your way and you can’t get out of the gutter, calling in the healing power and manifestation properties of Citrine will keep you looking at those stars. Anytime you feel sluggish or like a little more spirit is needed, with this healing crystal you can be walking on sunshine.

Rhodochrosite

What it looks like: Taking its name from the Greek word for pink, Rhodochrosite comes whipped in candy floss colors. This gem also went by the name of the Inca Rose and its powers can even be traced back to the Incas, who believed that this glorious stone came from the blood of their kings and queens. Like most pale pink stones, this gem connects to the heart chakra and can help bring a blush of confidence and loving awareness back to the body.

What it does: Get ready to swoon over the Rhodochrosite stone. This lush little gem with its pastel prettiness knows how to set compassion at the core of our being. This isn’t just about compassion and empathy for those around us, but also having deep compassion for ourselves. When we hold compassion in our hearts it helps us to move out of perfectionism and people-pleasing behavior. We accept that we are only human and part of being human is forgiving messy mistakes and being able to move forward.

When to use it: For those who feel out of touch with their inner child, Rhodochrosite can bring that bubbling to the surface in the gentlest of ways. It helps you to deal with unresolved issues, to find forgiveness, and to forge a path forward in life. A path that is paved with joy, love, light, compassion, and soul. 

Rose Quartz

What it looks like: A pink and pearly variety of quartz with a shimmering luster, one look at Rose Quartz is enough to crack your heart wide open. This heart chakra stone is pure romance, not only when it comes to attracting love and abundance, but also when it comes to turning the spotlight of compassion and care onto yourself.

What it does: Rose Quartz is one of those stones that sends you all aflutter. It’s a crystal of comfort, deep healing, and swathes of compassion. Rose Quartz works by encouraging the heart chakra to open. When our heart chakra is in full flow, we are able to peel back our inner petals and to bloom into trust, love, security, and to build up our layers of self-esteem and compassion. Many people think Rose Quartz is about attracting love, but this is not a clumsy, quick, or greedy stone. It works on a deeper level, by ensuring that you are steady in your love for yourself first so you can attract someone of great worth. Find out more about the meaning of Rose Quartz.

When to use it: If you struggle with self-soothing behaviors or if you find yourself closed like a book or giving yourself other to jealousy and spite rather than joy, you could be battling with a tightly curled heart chakra. Use Rose Quartz anytime you feel a negative pull towards self-sabotage or when you are feeling like your esteem is shot down.

Amethyst

What it looks like: The crown chakra colors of lavender and purple are captured in the rich quartz of Amethyst. This is one of the most famous of all healing crystals and is loved for its ability to send soothing vibes exactly where they are needed. With Amethyst on side, you can feel your stress points simply melt away.

What it does: Self-confidence is often linked to all those root chakras that keep us strong and stable and connected to our inner selves. But we can also find confidence waiting for us in those loftier places too. Amethyst is a super spiritual stone that can help clear our crown chakra and fill us right up with the light of enlightenment. When we feel spiritually connected to the world we inhabit, we are better equipped to let go of those old fears and anxieties and to understand our bigger picture and purpose. Amethyst invites you to carry yourself with ease and reminds us that spirituality all starts with the practice of self-love. Find out more about the meaning of Amethyst.

When to use it: Whenever you feel lost in this world, Amethyst can center you back to your spiritual self. For those who are craving deeper meaning and a little aura or negative energy clearing, the healing vibes of Amethyst can go in deep and get the job done.

Hematite

What it looks like: Blood red, silver, or black – Hematite could easily be mistaken for a falling star burnt out on its journey to earth. This stone is iron-rich and it shows in its dreamy hues that emanate strength and power.

What it does: Hematite is one of the most powerful protection stones on the planet. Having this lead and star-like gem is all cloak, shield, and sword. While Hematite gives you a serious dose of confidence thanks to feeling invincible with all these powers, it also makes sure that you throw people-pleasing and poor downtrodden thought patterns out the window. When we feel strong and supple in our bones we are better equipped to make choices that build our boundaries and this is all part of that self-love story. Find out more about the meaning of Hematite.

When to use it: When you feel vulnerable and stuck in negative self-talk and judgements that are out of line with your soul, Hematite can help to build you back up to a place of unshakable strength.

Amazonite

What it looks like: Don’t let those gentle shades of green and blue fool you, sure Amazonite is all soothing, but this was also the stone that graced the shields of Amazonite warriors and lined the tombs of queens and pharaohs. Amazonite is laced with awesome warrior energy.

What it does: Amazonite is a multi-faceted stone that can help you get your game face on when it comes to the world. This stone is not only a super soother and a dab hand at easing the nervous system, making it great for clearing away stress factors and anxious thoughts, but it also helps you to set (and keep) boundaries. Amazonite understands that boundaries are a necessary ingredient when it comes to self-love. Along with building boundaries and keeping you level-headed and calm, Amazonite will also cultivate rational thinking and compassion. Find out more about the meaning of Amazonite.

When to use it: For those days when you feel bowled over by other people or like you can’t stand up for yourself, Amazonite can swoop in and give you those guidelines you need. It’s a stone that connects with both the heart chakra and the throat chakra, sending a beautiful flow between your heart space and the center of your communication.

Moonstone

What it looks like: In homage to mother moon who hangs heavy and round in the midnight sky, the Moonstone is equally as bright and beautiful. This feminine heavy gem is here to light us up with its warm white shimmer and soft and gentle energy.

What it does: In the spiritual world there is a side of feminine energy that connects with the yin, the flow of life, the creative being, the softness, and the warm embrace. Feminine energy isn’t necessarily about gender, it is about certain energy traits and the Moonstone calls these into being. It comes with a dollop of dreamy mother energy and is excellent at helping us adapt to change. Just like the moon that moves in cycles, it brings us confidence and compassion in knowing that some days we are a slip of light and others we are so big and grand that we take up the whole sky. Find out more about the meaning of Moonstone.

When to use it: Call on the natural power of the Moonstone when you need to feel those mothering arms around you. We are often our own biggest critics, super hard on ourselves, and ever ready to leap into the more masculine energies. For those times when you need reminding to soften, this stone is a sweet reminder.

Rhodonite

What it looks like: Often a darker shade of pink than the pale light of Rose Quartz, Rhodonite is all rosy hues and cracked black and white veins. It is a visual reminder that our hearts may be battered and bruised but we have the inner strength to piece them back together and to love ourselves just as strong as before.

What it does: Rhodonite is all about nourishing ourselves right down to the very core. This stone is a dab hand at helping to understand what gifts you have and how to give those gifts to the world. It helps to balance out yin and yang energies and keeps us moving out of old self-destructive patterns and into the cleaned energy and pure authenticity of our heart chakra space. Find out more about the meaning of Rhodonite.

When to use it: This stone is a sublime tool to use when you have been through a testing experience or a trauma that may have shot your confidence. Remember, trauma can mean - too much, too fast, too soon and it can leave a lasting impression on our body, mind, and soul. Call on Rhodonite to raise your spirits and to bring a whole host of healing layers to your life.

How to Use Self-Love and Self-Healing Gemstones

• Wear to surround yourself with love
• Put under your pillow for healing vibrations as you sleep
• Place love crystals on the body to nurture self-worth

Now you have a list of crystals that can bask you in unconditional love and encourage a little more personal care to raise you up, it helps to know how to use them. Crystals are positively buzzing with bright power and healing potency and by tapping into this and calling it into being, you can make the most of your crystal journey. Here are a few tips and techniques to help you get the most from your self-love and care crystals…

Wear gemstone jewelry. This way you always carry the stone with you and stay connected to its healing power.

Place a stone beneath your pillow and let those healing vibrations hum all night long.

Create space in your room or study for a crystal to sit and let it fill every corner with its healing light. You can even create an altar for a pyramid or crystal sphere and add candles, incense, and other symbols that help you feel connected to your deeper self and sense of purpose.

Place the crystals on your heart or root chakra, or whichever chakra you think needs clearing from blocked energy.

Write lists of all the ways you bring strength and light into the world and have your crystal close by when journaling.

Other crystals that work well when it comes to self-love and lifting yourself up include Aventurine, Agate, Fluorite, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Lepidolite, Pyrite, Selenite, Sodalite, Sunstone, Smoky Quartz, Tourmaline and Kunzite. 

A Final Thought

Self-love is so much more than a modern buzz word. It goes back to one of our very basic human needs – to regard ourselves as an important and worthwhile entity. This state of appreciation for who we are is essential if we want to build healthy relationships, make good choices, nurture a loving inner-dialogue, and thrive in all the thousand ways that we deserve. These crystals can help call into practice everything from compassion to confidence, purpose, and play. They invite you to step out of the shadows and into the light because you deserve to live your very best life.

We would love to hear about your relationship with self-worth and what tried and tested techniques and mantras you turn to in order to grow this capacity. Share your thoughts with us in the comments.