8 Crystals & Stones To Relieve Stress & Anxiety

Stress can affect everything we do, think, or feel. It can also affect our body functions. We can experience and cope with stress differently and the signs can also manifest in different ways:

• Stress signs on the physical level: muscle tension, frequent colds and infections, allergies, diarrhea or constipation, indigestion, ulcers, hyperventilating, palpitations, nausea, high blood pressure, heart problems, sexual problems, menstrual problems.
• Stress signs on the psychological level: the inability to concentrate or make simple decisions, memory lapses, depression, anxiety, negative thinking, mood swings, frustration, irritability, lack of motivation, confidence, and self-esteem.
• Behavioral stress signs: increased reliance on coffee, smoking, alcohol, recreational or illegal drugs, workaholic, relationship problems, self-neglect, insomnia, recklessness, aggressive and anger outbursts.

If you're suffering from stress and anxiety, crystals can calm the mind.

1. Overcome Anxiety Attacks with Amethyst

Amethyst is our savior on days we feel under pressure and it seems that everything is going wrong. It brings clarity and relaxes the mind, helping us understand what causes stress. This beautiful crystal can help us reduce anxiety while simultaneously attracting peaceful vibes. How to use Amethyst to reduce anxiety and stress:

• Wear Amethyst jewelry to enjoy its calming energy all day long
• Display Amethyst hearts in your bedroom to create a peaceful ambiance
• Use Amethyst palm stones for meditation
• Practice breathing techniques while holding Amethyst in your palm
• Place Amethyst hearts on your Heart Chakra area during relaxation

In our shop, you can find a wide variety of Amethyst products, including:

• Raw Amethyst
• Pineapple Amethyst points
• Uruguay Amethyst heart geode
• Chevron Amethyst generator
• Amethyst Palm Stones
• Amethyst Clusters

2. Blue Lace Agate Helps With Stressful, Tensioned Communication

This gentle, light blue stone can be extremely helpful in situations where communication with others is severely lacking, tension is high and the situation it's very stressful. Blue Lace Agate is incredibly efficient in overcoming communication difficulties and misunderstandings. How to use the Blue Lace Agate:

• There are beautiful jewelry pieces made of this stone that you can wear
• Display raw or tumbled Blue Lace Agate in your bedroom to benefit from its gentle energy while you rest
• Display Blue Lace Agate in your office to help you communicate without tension and frustration

Blue Lace Agate at the Village Rock Shop:

• Tumbled Blue Lace Agate
• Raw Blue Lace Agate
• Blue Lace Agate palm stones
• Blue Lace Agate jewelry

It's important to bring your being back to balance to face the challenges of life.

3. Balance Your Emotions with Rose Quartz During Stressful Times

Self-care and compassion are very important for everyone during stressful times, and Rose Quartz serves as a reminder of this. It is also a powerful tool for emotional balancing and keeps us centered during tense situations. How to use the Rose Quartz:

• Wear Rose Quartz jewelry to enjoy its gentle energy
• Meditate and relax with Rose Quartz palm stones in your palm
• Display Rose Quartz hearts and spheres in your bedroom for a tranquil ambiance

When you visit the Village Rock shop you'll find a wide variety of Rose Quartz products, including:

• Rose Quartz spheres
• Tiny Rose Quartz spheres
• Rose Quartz palm stones
• Rose Quartz mini pyramid
• Rose Quartz large hearts
• Double terminated Rose Quartz

4. Remain Centered in Times of Distress with Clear Quartz

Clear Quartz, the master healer, is a great tool that helps us find the inner sense of peace we need in times of distress and tension. Stress may not disappear from your life, but your response to it will be different. Clear Quartz can be efficiently used to help us remain centered in tense situations.
How to use the Clear Quartz:

• Wear Clear Quartz jewelry to help you remain centered all day long
• Placed in crystal grids can amplify the energies of the other stones
• It is one of the most efficient crystals for energy healing and Reiki sessions

At the Village Rock Shop, you'll find a variety of carefully selected Clear Quartz Crystals:

• DT Clear Quartz
• Clear Quartz hearts
• Clear Quartz palm stones
• Clear Quartz generators
• Tumbled Clear Quartz
• Clear Quartz jewelry pieces

5. Black Tourmaline Reduces Anxiety and Helps with PTSD

Black Tourmaline is a powerful stone that can be used to protect against any negative influence. It's considered one of the best stones to protect against harmful EMFs.

During stressful times can be used to regain emotional balance and stability. This stone can act as an efficient tool when you need extra peace and tranquility during and after traumatic situations. How to use the Black Tourmaline:

• Place it near your laptop, tablet, or phone to protect from harmful EMFs
• Wear Black Tourmaline jewelry to benefit from its revitalizing energies
• Use Black Tourmaline palm stones during relaxation to help you recover after traumatic experiences

Black Tourmaline at the Village Rock Shop:

• Raw Black Tourmaline
• Black Tourmaline jewelry
• Black Tourmaline palm stones
• Black Tourmaline tower

6. Reduce Anxiety and Ease Panic Attacks with Sodalite

Sodalite is often referred to as the stone of peace. It can help us calm the mind and ease panic attacks. It is very helpful in preventing us from becoming too emotional. It stimulates self-confidence and self-expression, gives us a sense of calm, and helps us to release tensions, anxiety, and fears.

How to use it:

• Display Sodalite spheres in your bedroom to create a peaceful atmosphere
• Carry tumbled Sodalite in your pocket
• Wear Sodalite jewelry, it can complement your outfit
• Make short relaxations at work with Sodalite palm stones

Sodalite at the Village Rock Shop:

• Tumbled Sodalite
• Sodalite bracelets
• Sodalite spheres
• Sodalite wands

7. Overcome Depression and Anxiety with Lepidolite

Lepidolite is one of the most effective stones for depression and stress relief. It naturally contains lithium, which is used in anti-anxiety medication. It brings balance in stressful periods when we feel emotionally overwhelmed or excessively worried.

How to use it:

• Place raw Lepidolite on the Heart Chakra area to help you regain your emotional balance
• Wear Lepidolite jewelry to enjoy its soothing energy during the day
• Display it near your bed to resonate with its nurturing energy while you sleep

Lepidolite at the Village Rock Shop:

• Raw Lepidolite
• Lepidolite hearts
• Tumbled Lepidolite
• Lepidolite jewelry

8. Overcome Your Anxiety Attacks with Shungite

This mysterious black stone can be used to relieve anxiety and insomnia. It is a very old, ancient healing stone. It attracts peace, tranquility, and protection. The use of Shungite has become an effective and incredibly popular form of self-care.
How to use it:

• Shungite is considered the best stone for EMF protection, place it near laptops, computers, phones
• Wear Shungite jewelry, pendants, or bracelets to benefit from its revitalizing energy
• Display Shungite cubes, spheres, or pyramids at home or at your office to protect you from negative influences

At the Village Rock Shop, we offer authentic Shungite products, including:

• Shungite pyramid
• Shungite cube
• Shungite pendants
• Shungite bracelets
• Shungite phone tab
• Raw Elite Shungite

Grounding Crystals for Stress & Anxiety

Besides the top crystals for anxiety and stress relief, stones with a robust grounding vibe can also be helpful. Do you often feel unbalanced, worried, and overwhelmed by your daily tasks? If so, you may need some time to balance and ground yourself. Crystals are excellent tools when you want to be more centered and achieve a sense of stability.

• Hematite can help you tune to the earth's frequencies and keep yourself grounded.
• Smoky Quartz will encourage you to find your inner strength when dealing with daily challenges.
• Amber is a grounding stone that can ease anxiety and relieve stress by promoting a sense of safety.
• Black Onyx energizes the Root chakra, promotes grounding, brings a sense of security, and eases panic attacks.
• Red Jasper is an excellent nurturing stone and can reduce anxiety because of its calming properties.

Calming Crystals for Anxiety & Insomnia

People use crystals with peaceful, gentle energy to bring calming vibes into their homes or workspaces. Crystal therapy positively affects our emotional and mental health by reducing stress and anxiety. The following stones bring a soft, cooling vibe and promote a sense of safety, helping you have a peaceful undisturbed sleep.

• Kunzite, known as the stone of peace, effectively relieves stress and anxiety by promoting peace and tranquility.
• Pink Tourmaline can help balance emotions and is often used to ease anxiety and excessive worries.
• Labradorite is another stone with a calming vibe that promotes a sense of peace, helping dispel anxiety.
• Pink Opal is often used for emotional healing. This gentle pink stone infuses the aura with soothing energies, encouraging the release of tension, fear, and anxiety,
• Whenever you're feeling overwhelmed, Rhodochrosite may be your go-to stone. It's a soothing stone that promotes restful sleep.

Crystals for Social Anxiety and Social Media Anxiety

Around 15 million people struggle with social anxiety disorder in the US. Studies also show that people struggling with anxiety use social media as a refuge. There's also a link between the heavy use of social media and social anxiety.
If you're feeling overly anxious in social situations or avoid social situations altogether, these are your go-to stones:

• Blue Calcite is a profoundly calming stone that can be effective in developing emotional intelligence and overcoming social anxiety.
• Celestite is another high-vibration stone for creating harmony and balance when facing the fear of crowds and avoiding social events.
• Fluorite is known for its ability to relieve stress and reduce anxiety during social interactions. It can also encourage open communication.
• Aventurine is an excellent stone for people who want to become more sociable. The stone of courage promotes inner strength and is a helpful crystal tool for those struggling with panic attacks.

Find Crystals with Amazing Properties at the Village Rock Shop

At the Village Rock Shop, you can find a wide variety of these magnificent crystals and gemstones. Take your time in selecting the crystals for you. Let your heart, and intuition guide you. If you have no experience with crystals let us know and we will gladly assist you in finding the best crystals and gemstones for yourself or for a loved one.

A lot of A-list stars and celebrities like Victoria Beckham, Dakota Johnson, and Miranda Kerr are using crystals and gemstones, promoting their efficacy on their social media platforms. Keeping a crystal in your pockets or wearing a jade bracelet is not going to relieve all of your stress forever, but along with other helpful coping mechanisms, crystals can be a great addition to stress management.

Frequently Asked Questions About Stones for Anxiety & Stress Relief