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A surge in interest in complementary and integrative medicine among Americans has led many to explore practices such as acupuncture, massage, yoga, tai chi, and healing crystals.

Ancient cultures, including those in Egypt, Greece, and China, regarded crystals as possessing healing properties for the mind, body, and soul.

Proponents assert that crystals facilitate positive energy flow, cleansing the body and mind of negativity, and offering physical and emotional benefits, including improved sleep and manifestation of desires.

However, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of crystals and energy healing is scant, with most studies suggesting a placebo effect at best.

While a study presented in 1999 and 2001 hinted at potential healing benefits associated with crystals, it lacked peer-reviewed publication, raising skepticism.

As per Healthline, the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health acknowledges that practices like mindfulness and meditation can promote relaxation and offer benefits for anxiety, depression, and chronic conditions, leaving room for speculation about potential benefits of crystal use.

Despite skepticism, proponents like Sonali Saujani, a crystal master healer, argue that, "Crystals are minerals that hold energy, and as we as humans are made up of energy, we can exchange energy with the crystal when we work with it."

Saujani cites a 2008 study suggesting quartz's piezoelectric properties saying, "If a crystal can be piezoelectric [contain electric charge], I am sure it can do so much more. They balance out electric currents and keep equipment from exploding. In the same way, when it comes to crystals and our body, all they're doing is balancing out the frequency of the electromagnetic currents in our body."

Below is a compilation of commonly used healing crystals and their uses.

1. Ruby

It is believed to:

• Restore vitality and boost energy levels
• Enhance sexuality and sensuality
• Support intellectual pursuits and mental clarity
• Foster self-awareness and illuminate truths about oneself

2. Bloodstone

It is believed to:

• Dispel negative environmental energies
• Stimulate the circulation of both ideas and energy
• Foster selflessness, creativity, and idealism
• Alleviate irritability, aggressiveness, and impatience
• Symbolically linked with blood and its related bodily processes, such as menstruation, bloodstone embodies resilience and vitality.

3. Clear Quartz

It is believed to:

• Amplify energy
• Enhance concentration and memory
• Facilitate balance within the energetic system

4. Tiger's Eye

It is believed to:

• Banish fear, anxiety, and self-doubt from the mind and body
• Facilitate harmony and balance in life
• Aid in making clear, conscious decisions

5. Citrine

It is believed to:

• Aid in releasing negative emotions such as fear and doubt
• Foster optimism, warmth, motivation, and clarity
• Enhance mindfulness and creativity
• Support concentration and focus

6. Jasper

It is believed to:

• Empower the spirit and instill inner strength
• Provide steadfast support during stressful periods, enabling full engagement
• Shield from and absorb negative energies
• Foster courage, quick thinking, and confidence

7. Moonstone

It is believed to:

• Foster inner growth and resilience
• Provide comfort and stability during transitions and new endeavors
• Facilitate successful progression
• Cultivate positive mindset, intuition, and creativity
• Attract success and good fortune

8. Obsidian

It is believed to:

• Provide a shield against both physical and emotional negativity
• Clear emotional blockages and release pent-up emotions
• Promote qualities of strength, clarity, and compassion
• Facilitate self-discovery and authenticity

In selecting the healing crystal to suit your need, it is best to consult a certified holistic practitioner who specializes in crystal healing, either online or in person, according to Forbes Health. If you're unable to find one, visit a local crystal shop and engage in a visual meditation. Choose the crystal that you feel energetically drawn to.

Remember, once you no longer feel connected to a crystal or lose it, it's believed that its work with you is complete, and you may no longer need its specific frequency.