Crystals have existed in this world for a really long time, and the primary reason for this is their healing powers. They have been vastly used in ancient cultures, one example being Egyptian culture. The Egyptians are known to have used emerald, turquoise, lapis lazuli and clear quartz as jewelry. Additionally, they are even known to have used crystals like malachite and galena in the form of powder, as eye shadow. Apart from the Egyptians, Mayans and Sumerians have also used healing crystals for many centuries as sacred stones.

Although these ancient cultures no longer exist, their crystals are still present, and so is the unlocked healing potential within them. If today we are able to harness this potential, we may be able to attain tremendous spiritual and physical well-being without having to resort to medication. By understanding how these crystals, we will be in a better position to tap their benefits.
 
How crystals heal us

The entire universe is composed of energy present everywhere, even if invisible. The same kind of energy is also present within a healing crystal as well as every human body cell. They are able to make use of energy in the same way as magnets attract and repel items in their surroundings. Therefore, to protect yourself from a crystal which repels the required energy, it is necessary for you to choose the correct one. If the right crystals are placed at different parts of your body, your energy will shift and transform positively as per the crystal’s properties.

Through a variety of studies, researchers have proved how the energetic properties in crystals are able to power modern technology. These properties are also able to enhance our body’s inherent ability to heal, and so they are being incorporated into medicines around the world. 

Benefits of healing crystals

Holding a crystal has a placebo effect, where it is able to interact positively with the body’s energy chakras. Many people are known to experience tingling sensations due to these. Some of the crystals are able to reduce stress, and others improve creativity or concentration. Here is a broad look at the overall benefits of these crystals:

1. Generate positive energy and are able to stimulate mental well-being
2. They help in enhancing the immune and digestive systems
3. They are able to ease tense muscles and allow deep relaxation, which helps to combat stress and anxiety
4. Illnesses can be reversed using them
5. One can use crystals in combination with regular medicines. They will cause no side effects.
6. Crystals can help you find peace in life and also boost your self esteem
7. They help to heal emotional pain and trauma

Crystal benefits can also be understood in terms of colors:

1.  Red

• Red crystals give an individual enhanced physical survival skills and daily practical skills
• Activities associated with motivation, protection and motivation can be performed well
• A ruby is a great example here 

2. Pink

• This has a subtle way of resolving issues
• It brings emotions and sensitivities into daily activities
• If unexpressed emotions are hampering personal growth, pink crystals can help release them
• It promotes self love and is also able to attract love from others
• Rose quartz is the most well known example of this crystal

3. Yellow

• These crystals play important roles in the functioning of your immune, nervous and disgestive systems
• They help control fear and stress, and also aid in contentment
• Citrine Quartz is an example of a yellow crystal that keeps the mind focused
• Amber is helpful for the nervous system and also helps in self healing 

4. Orange

• By combining focusing and energizing qualities, they allow artistic and creative skills to flourish
• They provide enthusiasm, motivation and energy
• They also support the absorption of certain vital nutrients
• The orange crystal Carnelian is known to enhance self worth, help in absorption of vitamins and minerals, provide adequate blood supply to all organs of the body, and increase energy. 

5. Green

• They work towards encouragement of personal space and growth
• They help to bring about a sense of calm
• They bring happiness to the owner
• They can even heal problems of the body
• Bloodstone improves blood circulation to the heart, and Amazonite works on lung and throat issues. Green Aventurine is excellent as a heart balancer, and can also help relieve anxiety

6. White

• They promote clarity and purification
• They help in manifesting and meditation
• Moonstone helps move tensions away from emotion, and it also helps the digestive system
• White crystals are able to reflect all energies surrounding them

Crystal healing is a common part of alternative medicine these days. They are known to be useful for a large section of people around the world. You also need not stop your regular medicines to use them.