If you love holistic living, then you're probably well-acquainted with chakra healing. However, it doesn’t hurt to have a quick recap of what the chakra system is and how it works.
According to yogic tradition, the human body possesses an energy system comprised of centers and channels, through which prana, or life force, flows to all parts of your body.
These energy centers are called chakras, and it's believed we have around 114 of them. Among these centers are the main seven chakras (the largest ones), which are distributed between the base of the spine and the crown of the head.
Each of your chakras is connected with specific organs, and when there's an energetic blockage in one of them, physical, emotional, and mental ailments can occur. Therefore, it's vital to keep prana flowing in a balanced way to promote your overall well-being and vitality.
There are plenty of chakra healing techniques to align and activate your energy centers — like the use of essential oils or Tibetan singing bowls. But for hundreds of years, one of the simplest and most effective tools to restore balance and bring positive energy has been healing gemstones. And they're often used in the form of chakra bracelets.
Chakra healing bracelets are designed to help bring energetic equilibrium. They can enhance your awareness about intentions you might have set and, at the same time, harness the stones’ power to remove negative energies, promote good vibes, and keep prana flowing.
These bracelets are sometimes called reiki bracelets for their healing properties. They're crafted using specific chakra stones, which can absorb and trap harmful energies, thus rebalancing the chakras of the person who is wearing them.
While you read this guide, you'll notice that some gemstones are advised for more than just one chakra. That's because healing stones and crystals are as complex as human beings. They’re multidimensional and multipurpose, so they can help bring balance to different energy points.
Root Chakra
The root chakra — also known as Muladhara in Sanskrit — is the first in the chakra ladder. Located at the bottom of your lower back, it's the energy center that connects you to the earth and your physical body. When you're picking your chakra healing crystal bracelet, make sure it includes one of the following root chakra balancing gemstones:
Red Jasper
If you're going through a stressful period that has left you feeling all over the place, red jasper can be the ideal companion for you. Stress is one of the main factors that can throw your chakra out of balance. This gemstone can help you place your feet back on the ground while protecting your energy field from other negative vibes. Red jasper can provide strength and vitality to help you feel more confident in your body.
Black Lava Stone
Black lava stone, also known as lava rock, is the end product of a volcanic eruption. It’s formed when magma cools down and solidifies. It's literally created from the earth's core, making it the perfect stone when you're in serious need of grounding.
It can bring stability, reduce anger, and promote feelings of calmness for those who wear it, so it can be especially useful during times of great fear and anxiety.
Other root chakra healing stones include:
Sacral Chakra
The second chakra or Svadhisthana is located below the navel, and it's closely connected with your sexual energy and everything that gives you pleasure in life. While the root chakra is associated with your physical body, the sacral is all about your emotional and creative side. Therefore, if you lack emotional balance and comfort, your sacral chakra may be blocked.
Carnelian
Carnelian is a beautiful stone that can help increase concentration and stimulate creativity. If you want to deeply connect with your intuition, this orange-hued gemstone may be used to open a channel to your inner wisdom.
If you find yourself feeling fearful of sexuality or repressing your feelings, the carnelian's energy might help remove these blocks and allow you to be yourself and feel pleasure in all areas of life.
Red Agate
If you have a hard time expressing yourself creatively, then reaching for red agate may help you overcome any blocks you might have. This gemstone can help you feel more inspired and more self-confident. It’s the perfect crystal for writers and other artists.
It's said that this stone's energy can promote emotional stability, help you sleep better, and attract success in your life.
Other powerful sacral chakra energy-healing stones include:
- Goldstone
- Orange calcite
- Tiger's eye
Solar Plexus Chakra
Manipura or solar plexus chakra is all about personal power, accepting who you are, and showing it to the world. It's located between the sacral and the heart chakra. Its energy can give you the courage and confidence to speak your mind and remove any insecurities you might have about yourself. A chakra balancing bead bracelet should always include a solar plexus chakra stone such as:
Tiger's Eye
Tiger's eye is a preferred stone for chakra healing for a reason. This beautiful golden-brown gemstone's energy activates not only the solar plexus but also the sacral and root chakras.
This healing crystal may help you gain a deeper understanding of who you are and what you want in life. It can help you release fears and become more confident, and it also offers protection against harmful energy.
Citrine
If you're in need of an energy boost, this vibrant yellow gemstone can become your best friend. It helps to clean and transmute negative energies into positive ones. If you find yourself unmotivated or with a lack of direction, citrine can energize you and help you move forward.
This crystal carries the warmth of the sun itself and can't hold negative energy, thus promoting optimistic and upbeat feelings for those who wear it.
Other solar plexus balancing gemstones include:
Heart Chakra
The fourth chakra, or Anahata, is where physical and spiritual chakras connect, and you can find it located in the center of your chest. When the flow of energy in the heart is balanced, you may experience enhanced feelings of love, self-esteem, compassion, and kindness towards yourself and others.
Aventurine
This green stone's energy is an excellent tool for new beginnings as it can help you release old patterns, paradigms, and beliefs that no longer serve you. Aventurine, derived from the Italian word “aventura'' meaning adventure, is said to make you feel more confident. It can help you move out of your comfort zone and into the unknown, hence the name.
Carrying aventurine can inspire feelings of joy, lightness, and an enhanced sense of humor.
Emperor Stone
Emperor stone — also known as green jasper — is a vibrant green stone that is especially attuned to the heart chakra. It is believed that this gemstone can strengthen self-control and encourage perseverance so that you can continue on the path towards your goals despite adversities.
Some say that the emperor's stone can be of great help if you have difficulty coping with change. It can provide comfort while helping you open your mind and heart to new realities.
Powerful heart chakra healing crystals also include:
Throat Chakra
The throat chakra, also known as Vishuddha or the communication center, is located in the throat and shoulder region. When this chakra is balanced, you might find yourself speaking confidently, honestly, and from the heart. Make sure that your chakra healing set includes a throat chakra stone.
Turquoise
If you're having communication issues with a partner, family member, friend, or co-worker, turquoise's energy can help you express yourself clearly and confidently. This gem is considered one of the oldest protection stones in the world, and it can also be used to help stabilize mood swings.
Some believe that placing this stone over your throat can help you release old vows and move forward.
Sodalite
Sodalite is considered a stone of truth, so if you're shy or have a hard time putting your truth out there, carrying this blue gem can support your confidence and courage. It's also believed that sodalite's energy can have a calming effect during disagreements or conflicts, as it helps to put things into a different and positive perspective.
Sodalite has a reputation for calming and reducing anxiety during periods of great stress and mental agitation.
Here are a few other throat chakra healing stones:
- Howlite
- Kyanite
- Aquamarine
Third Eye Chakra
The third eye chakra is also known as Ajna and is located between your brows, at the bridge of your nose. The sixth energy center has a holistic nature as it connects both the inner and outer worlds. An open Ajna allows you to see things as they are, without the tricks possibly played by your mind. You feel connected to the universe and your spiritual body.
Amethyst
Amethyst is one of the most popular chakras for meditation, as it can help you reach deeper into your inner wisdom and intuition. It's a natural energy healer for those with a lack of concentration or a fear of the unknown. It can be especially helpful if you have a hard time opening your mind or have a tendency to lose your cool over small things.
Some also believe that amethyst can help people who suffer from addictions or nervous conditions.
Labradorite
Labradorite is a powerful stone to set intentions. If you're going through a period of transformation and release of old habits and ideas, use this gem to magnify your wishes and goals. Some believe it can enhance your intuition, and some people like to keep labradorite at work to promote a harmonious environment by bringing out the best in people.
Labradorite is also a protective, balancing, and strengthening stone that supports you during periods of great change.
Other chakra healing gemstones for the third eye include:
- Lapis lazuli
- Fluorite
- Obsidian
- Sapphire
Crown Chakra
The last chakra, also known as Sahasrara, is located at the top of your head. It’s said that this is where your energy connects with the energy of the universe and with a higher state of consciousness. When your crown chakra is open and aligned, you experience an immense feeling of joy and connection with everything and everyone.
Clear Quartz
Clear quartz is the most well-known crystal in the gemstone world. This clear and pure stone, also known as the "master healer," is often used to clear, align, and unblock all seven chakras, as it possesses a high vibration. It may also help cleanse and balance all organs as it’s thought to stimulate the immune system.
Carrying clear quartz can help you expand your consciousness and create a clear and open path of communication, eliminating any blocks.
Moonstone
Moonstone is a comforting stone that can help you accept yourself and identify emotional patterns that may be stored at an unconscious level. It can be of great help to those who wish to move forward but have a hard time letting go of painful life experiences.
Like all white or clear crystals, this wonderful gem helps to clear and dispel negative energies and unblock all chakras. It enables you to navigate the world, seeing things as they are, and understanding that setbacks are a natural part of life.
Other crown chakra stones include:
- Amethyst
- Opal
- Diamond
- Black tourmaline
Chakra Healing for a More Positive and Balanced You
When your chakra system is balanced, your vital energy flows, reaching all areas of your body and helping you feel full of vitality. To achieve this balance, it's crucial to be present and conscious of potential blockages, hyperactivity, or weakness in the chakras.
The more you’re attuned to your chakras and their corresponding gemstones, the more empowered you’ll feel to address any situation and enjoy a fulfilling, peaceful life.
If you feel one of your chakras is especially out of balance, select an energy bracelet with a specific chakra stone to magnify its healing properties and harmonize your energy.
