Crystals are believed to have unique healing properties and meanings based on their material makeup that gives the crystal a certain energy frequency. Amethyst crystals are a variety of quartz that is violet in color and can appear to be somewhat transparent.
Amethyst crystals have a unique meaning, charka associations, and methods of charging with positive energy.
This post will provide understanding for what Amethyst crystals have been used for, how to charge them, and how to use your Amethyst crystal jewelry for crystal healing.
If you are looking for additional information about crystals, check out our Crystals 101 guide.
What is the Meaning of Amethyst Crystals?
The beauty of crystal jewelry is that it is believed to have healing benefits in addition to being fashionable. Amethyst crystals are revered for their five healing properties.
Healing Property 1: Protection
Amethyst has been used for centuries as a way to protect the person wearing it. It is believed that when you wear the crystal, you will be protected from any negative energy heading your way.
This can be beneficial to someone who is going through a rough patch in life and could use some extra protection from negativity they might encounter in their everyday lives.
Healing Property 2: Inspiration
Amethyst crystals are also associated with inspiration. People have used the crystal to spark inspiration when they're in a creative drought.
If you work in a creative field, or if you've been feeling like you're in a rut, Amethyst could be the perfect crystal for you to start your healing journey with
Healing Property 3: Cleansing
Many believe that Amethyst’s energy can be used to help soothe emotions of grief, loss, and sorrow.
Going through a loss or a traumatic experience can introduce a lot of heavy emotions that can weigh a person down. Amethyst is believed to be able to offer some relief and ease the pain that you're experiencing.
Healing Property 4: Intuition
People have also celebrated the crystal for its ability to heighten someone's intuition. Amethyst has been known to help someone listen to their gut and trust their instincts.
If you struggle with decision-making or feeling like you've lost touch with yourself, it could be a sign that Amethyst is the right crystal for you.
Healing Property 5: Calming
Amethyst is particularly revered for its calming properties.
Amethyst has also been known to promote tranquility and bring about feelings of calmness. For those who are particularly stressed or feel out of balance, Amethyst might help you with de-stressing.
Those associations are what many believe Amethyst can heal to promote overall balance for your physical and emotional well-being.
Amethyst Crystal Chakra
All crystals have a chakra that they're aligned with. For more information about what chakras are, check out this blog post!
Amethyst crystals are aligned with the crown chakra. This means that if you feel like you are struggling to connect to your life’s purpose or feel like you’re lacking in spirituality, you might use Amethyst to realign the crown chakra.
Amethyst also has alignment with the third eye chakra. This means if you’re looking for help with finding inspiration or getting in touch with your intuition, you might look to Amethyst to realign the third eye chakra.
What Signs Should Wear Amethyst?
Amethyst is actually the birth stone for February! This means it shouldn't come as any shock that Amethyst is preferred for Aquarius and Pisces.
It is believed that Amethyst works the best for air and water signs in general as well.
How Do You Charge Amethyst Crystals?
Learning how to charge crystal is one of the most effective ways to care for it. This is the first thing you should do when you receive your Amethyst crystal jewelry.
Cleansing your crystals is also an important first step to reaping the benefits from crystal healing. There are many different ways you can cleanse an Amethyst crystal:
- Use running water. Amethyst is water-safe which means it can be cleansed using running water. The best option is to use water from a natural water source, such as a stream or a lake. However, we know that's not always an available option. Cold bottled water or water from the tap can also be used. Keep your Amethyst crystal element under the water for a minute or so and make sure it's completely dry before using it.
- Charge your Amethyst in the sunlight. Crystals respond heavily to natural sources of light. One of those sources is light that comes from the sun. You can charge your crystal with positive energy by leaving your Amethyst in the sun's rays. If you decide to leave it outside (opposed to finding a sunny spot in your home) make sure you only leave your crystal out for 30 min to an hour. Long exposure to direct sunlight can affect the appearance of your crystal.
- Charge your Amethyst in the moonlight. You can also use the moonlight to charge your Amethyst crystal. Find a place in your home that has access to the moon's light and leave your crystal there overnight. The best time to do this is during a full moon when the moon is at its most powerful.
After this first cleanse, you will want to engage in any of these methods with your Amethyst element if it appears cloudy or if you regularly feel like you are around negative energy.
How To Begin Your Amethyst Crystal Healing Practice
When you get your Amethyst crystal element, you will want to begin your healing practice by setting an intention. An intention is what guides your crystal healing practice.
When deciding what your intention for healing will be, return back to what the healing properties of Amethyst are. If one of those associations stood out to you, consider incorporating it into the phrasing of your intention.
For Amethyst crystals, you might consider setting an intention that will help you remain calm as you enter particularly stressful times. Amethyst also has properties associated with grief. If you turned to crystal healing because you're dealing with grief and feelings of loss, you can set your intention to focus on easing your pain.
Once you determine what that intention is, hold the element in your hand and speak that intention into it. When you wear the element keep that intention in mind and try to make choices that align with that intention.
Most importantly, you will want to keep an open mind and heart when starting your practice with your Amethyst crystal element. Harboring doubts or skepticisms for crystal healing can hinder the true potential of your practice. Keeping an open mind changes your perspective on crystals and improves your mindset.
Begin Your Crystal Healing Journey With Amethyst
Now that you know what your Amethyst element is believed to do, it’s time to start changing your approach to life.
If you enjoy your Amethyst element, consider checking out our full crystal collection to see what other crystals you can incorporate in your life.
Hear From Our Customers
Still not convinced Amethyst is the right crystal for you? Check out these reviews from our customers about their Amethyst crystal fidget jewelry:
"The stone is prettier than the pictures show. I get lots of compliments and am asked where I got this...It's just so cool!"—Jean M. about the Amethyst Round Crystal Element
"LOOOOVE my amethyst heart crystal. It's so pretty!"—Amanda P about the Heart-shaped Amethyst Crystal Element
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