Rose Quartz was one of the very first crystals I added to my collection and really connected to on a spiritual level. It’s also now the most abundant crystal I own in my collection. Rose Quartz is an amazing go-to crystal for anytime you are feeling down, lonely, sad, or in need of some extra love. Its energy is very gentle, which is perfect for sensitive souls (empaths, lightworkers, introverts), like myself. It can be used at all times of the day and in any room in the household to bring in an abundance of unconditional love into your life. If there was one crystal that encompassed the mission and energy behind what we stand for as Lovingthyselfrocks, it would hands down be Rose Quartz. If you are beginning your journey to loving yourself unconditionally, keep a Rose Quartz crystal on you at all times. Still to this day, I am either wearing rose quartz or have it near me because I always want to be vibrating at the highest vibration humanly possible and that is the vibration of unconditional love.
Fun Fact: High quality rose quartz can have a 4-ray or 6-ray star that is seen when held in direct light. This star is due to needle-like inclusions of rutile that are aligned perpendicularly to the rays of the star.
MOHs Hardness: 7
Common Origins: Brazil, Madagascar, India, and Sri Lanka
Mineral Composition: SiO₂ with trace minerals
Precautions: Do not leave out in prolonged sun exposure. It can cause the color in rose quartz to fade
Colors: Pink
Chakra: Heart
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Gemini
Element: Water
Affirmation: “I love myself unconditionally."
Crystal Pairings: Typically any pink crystal will pair really well with Rose Quartz to promote healing of the heart, compassion, and love. I have found morganite works extremely well with Rose Quartz when working through a heartache, grief, or forgiving others. If working on healing emotional or childhood trauma, I would highly suggest pairing Rose Quartz with Rhodochrosite
Where To Place In Your Home (Feng Shui): Any Room! Rose Quartz is one of the few crystals that you can place in any room of your home to create a more loving, soothing environment. The only place I wouldn’t suggest placing your rose quartz is outside in your garden, unless you don’t mind it losing its precious deep pink color.
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References:
International Gem Society LLC, The Mohs Hardness Scale and Chart for Selected Gems, https://www.gemsociety.org/article/select-gems-ordered-mohs-hardness/, 2022
Mindat.org and and the Hudson Institute of Mineralogy, Rose Quartz, https://www.mindat.org/min-198.html, 1993-2022
The first five words that come to mind when holding and feeling into the energy of Amethyst are: Divinity, Intuition, Protection, Peace, & Balance.
Amethyst was the very first crystal I ever owned. My husband bought it for me when we were both recovering from our addictions. Ever since, amethyst has been a staple in every room of our home. It brings an abundance of protection and peace. It’s a pretty gentle stone and is one of the few crystals I can have all throughout my home without feeling overwhelmed by its amazing energy. If you are a beginner to crystals, amethyst should be at the top of your list to start off with! It is abundant and easy to get your hands on, plus it serves so many purposes guiding you in the right direction towards a loving healing journey. Amethyst is one of the more affordable crystals and also some of the largest crystals ever found.
MOHs Hardness: 7
Common Origins: Brazil, Uruguay, and United States
Mineral Composition: SiO₂ with traces of iron (Fe)
Precautions: Do not leave out in prolonged sun exposure. It can cause the color in amethyst to fade.
Fun Fact: Amethyst (amethystos) is named after the ancient Greeks, who believed amethyst prevented drunkenness. They would carve amethyst into drinking goblets, fill them with water to look like wine, and keep it next to them while they drank wine to prevent intoxication.
Chakras: Third-Eye & Crown
Zodiac Signs: Aquarius & Pisces
Elements: Water, Air, & Ether (Spirit)
Affirmation: “I focus my energy on attracting positivity into my life.”
Crystal Pairings: All varieties of quartz such as: Clear Quartz, Citrine, Rose Quartz, and Smoky Quartz. If using amethyst for protection, it pairs very well with Black Tourmaline, Jet, or Black Obsidian. If using amethyst for overcoming any recurring negative thoughts or addictions, it pairs very well with kyanite.
Where To Place In Your Home (Feng Shui): Any Room! Amethyst is one of the few crystals that you can place in any room of your home to create a more blissful environment. The only place I wouldn’t suggest placing your amethyst is outside in your garden, unless you don’t mind it losing its precious deep purple color.
For more on Amethyst, you can purchase my book, The Ultimate Guide to Crystals HERE!
© All Rights Reserved to Lovingthyselfrocks. 2022
References:
International Gem Society LLC, The Mohs Hardness Scale and Chart for Selected Gems, https://www.gemsociety.org/article/select-gems-ordered-mohs-hardness/, 2022
Mindat.org and and the Hudson Institute of Mineralogy, Amethyst, https://www.mindat.org/min-198.html, 1993-2022
