Crystals For Protection

There are times in all our lives when we need protection. This may be a time you feel stuck in a toxic relationship, or it may be when you feel paralyzed and anxious from the 24-hour news cycle’s endless stream of gloom and doom. Perhaps you may just feel like you are being clouded by negative energy. Regardless, there can be factors both, internal and external, that we may need protection from. If you are dealing with self-negativity, self-sabotage, toxic relationships, or negativity from others, protections using crystals may help.

Crystals for protection can not only be used to protect you from outside sources and negative energies, but they may also be able to help you harness the strength to protect yourself and the clarity to know when to walk away. Below is a list of 4 crystals to help protect you. You can harness these crystals energies by holding them in your hand during meditation or by wearing them on your person throughout the day. Regardless, I hope you find this information helpful and can use the power of crystals to find peace, love, and balance in your life.

1. Hematite: This crystal is very helpful when used during a transitional or transformational period of life. It’s grounding and balancing energies can be very helpful when it comes to cultivating a solid foundation during these sorts of challenging times. Hematite is represented by the element Earth, the zodiac signs of Aquarius and Leo and by the Root Chakra.
2. Black Onyx: This crystal can be used for manifesting strength and self-confidence, two of the tools you will use to stand up and protect yourself. With the energy of this powerful crystal you will be able to stand up to whatever life throws at you. It is represented by the element of Earth, the Zodiac signs Gemini and Scorpio, and the Root Chakra.
3. Malachite: This crystal is perfect for repelling negative energy. Whether this energy is external or internal this crystal can work to ward off all negativity. Malachite is represented by the element of water, the zodiac signs Taurus and Scorpio, and the Heart Chakra.
4. Amethyst: Amethyst is one of the best crystals for psychic protection. It has stabilizing and balancing properties and can be used to take care of both your emotional and spiritual well being. Use this crystal to help clear irrational, negative, or anxious thoughts. It resonates with both the Third Eye and Crown Chakra. It can be especially powerful for those born under the signs of Virgo, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces.