Crystals to Connect with Summer (Patreon)

It’s summertime here in the Northern Hemisphere and there’s so many different crystals to use to harness or balance this energy. Summer is full of zest, but sometimes it can be a lot to handle. Here are too articles that list a variety of crystals to help embrace this energetic season and to balance out these vibes, too. Which crystal calls to you the most?

The trees are covered in their leaves, and all of life is awake and active, from the hummingbirds and bees during the day, to the frogs and crickets at night. We feel this burst of energy as well. We start to go outside more, participating in activities like hiking, swimming, and camping. We have many social events to attend, like barbecues and picnics, as summer is a joyous and social time of the year. There is summer energy found in many places, one of them being in the form of certain crystals. If one is wishing to connect to the energies of summer through stones, here are some that are associated with the season.

1) Citrine

Carrying the power of the sun, Citrine brings warmth, joy, and happiness into one’s life. It is a natural birthstone of those born at the beginning of summer. Citrine transforms negative energy into positivity and helps one move forward in life, enjoying new experiences and adventures.

2) Sunstone

As its name suggest, Sunstone is connected to the sun. Ancients believed Sunstone was part of the sun and fell to earth during a full solar eclipse. It carries the energy of the Egyptian sun god, Ra, and brings energy to all of life on earth. Sunstone provides one’s life with joy, freedom, and personal power.

3) Carnelian

Ancient Egyptians called this stone ‘the setting sun’. Connecting to our Sacral Chakra, it controls the flow of life force energy through our bodies, increasing energy, motivation, and passion. Carnelian is a stone of pleasure and joy. It is helpful in bringing people together.

4) Garnet

Representing the primordial fires, Garnet is a stone of intense passion and energy. It restores energy to the physical body and the chakras, activating and cleansing them. It enhances survival instincts and provides good protective energy.

This stone symbolizes faith, love, devotion and trust. Garnet is most famous for balancing our emotional states. Therefore, garnet is one of the best stones for soothing emotional stress and balancing out anger that is held in and not expressed. Therefore, garnet is good for those who have anger issues directed to themselves, NOT for those who spew anger like venom or attack others with their anger (think orange or yellow stones for this condition)! Garnet is a stone of passion. It is given as a gift of love’s attraction, a gift of estranged love or a gift of quick return. Red represent love and helps the aspirant to strive for improvement in moral conduct.

5) Tiger’s Eye

A combination of earth and sun energy, Tiger’s Eye is a stone of balance. It grounds solar energies, connecting to our lower chakras and bringing vital energy and motivation to the self. It aids in courage and protection and was worn by ancient warriors for its strength and good luck.

For most of us summer burns hot, in all ways. It’s a time of getting outside for the longest days and staying there for as many hours as possible. Connecting with friends, lazing by the river, strolling on the beach, celebrations and family adventures plus time by the campfire.

During the summer season, we are naturally drawn to things that are cool. We seek out a dip in the lake, a cold lemonade or iced tea, the fan or the AC turned on high. The days are full of high energy and brightness from sunrise to sunset. Summer beckons more socializing, music and barbecues.

With respect to crystal energy and gemstones, while some days you may be drawn to the more traditional and empowering sunny stones of Citrine, Sunstone, Tigers Eye, Amber … you might find that you actually need stones that bring cooling calming energy

Summer is already high energy. During summer the sun is at its zenith. Temperatures are reaching record highs, your skin gets sunburned, the pavement is steaming. And too much heat all around can lead to short tempers, arguments, frustrating and negative emotions.

From the perspective of Ayurveda - the ancient Vedic art of healing and sister science to yoga … we should look to balance these energies. Ayurveda teaches us to find balance of mind and body. Considered by many to be the oldest healing practice in the world and often called the “science of life” Ayurveda tells us that summer is the season of Pitta - or the season of fire energy and stamina.

Similarly in ancient Celtic teachings, and in the tradition of the Wheel of the Year, summer is said to be the season of fire and masculine energy.

So, in order to find balance in summer, we might want to put out the fire just a little bit and call in some watery feminine energies.

In Ayurveda, you can approach this balance by eating foods that are cooling and practicing yoga asanas that are more Yin - slower and more lunar in nature. Coconut oil, the solid form that turns quickly to liquid in the warmth of your hand (or in a pan if you use it for cooking), is cooling both internally and externally. So it’s equally beneficial in summer to use coconut oil to bring cooling in the kitchen or applied to your skin after a nighttime bath or shower.

From this holistic approach we can look at crystals that help us to achieve and maintain greater balance during this solar season. We can work with crystals that represent cooling both energetically and aesthetically. So, we’ll be taking a look at summer stones from a standpoint of cool waters and island breezes. Calming, tranquil stones reminiscent of beach holidays and long walks in the sand.

1.) Larimar

Straight out of the Caribbean (Dominican Republic to be exact), Larimar is a gorgeous ocean blue that calls to mind warm waters and white sands. It even looks like the ocean with the ripples of white waves across the surface of the stone and it’s considered the Dolphin stone. The Dominican Republic is the only source of Larimar and was discovered in the 70’s by a local and a Peace Corps Volunteer. Wearing Larimar can transport you to a cool, shady place for relaxation. It can also help calm fiery emotions.

2.) Ocean Jasper

Jasper of any variety is considered a supremely nurturing stone. With its slower vibration it is grounding and balancing. It can embrace and nurture a frazzled spirit. Ocean Jasper in particular is a stone of happiness. It carries a delightful vibration and brings joy. Most Ocean Jasper is found in Madagascar and comes from an underwater mine that is only accessible during certain tides. This stone is closely connected to the ocean and the cyclical pull of the moon.

Ocean Jasper is produced from only one mine near Marovato, Madagascar. The deposit, being located at the edge of the ocean, can only be seen and collected at low tide. This remote area has no roads so the material must be transported to civilization by boat. Technically considered “Orbicular Jasper” in reference to its colorful orbs, some have adopted the name “Moon Jewel Jasper.” But “Ocean Jasper” seems most fitting, as it was found right along the shore. Orbicular jasper’s distinctive patterns are made up of round or spherical inclusions of contrasting colors floating in solid jasper. The orbs can range in diameter from a millimeter to a centimeter, and frequently show a particularly dramatic concentric banding. How orbicular jasper forms is still a scientific mystery. This stone helps one to accept responsibilities, develop patience and help with circular breathing during meditation. Orbicular Jasper allows for nutritional stabilization, to improve digestion and assist in detoxification and elimination.

3.) Aquamarine

Aquamarine is a green-blue beryl. In Latin aquamarine translates to ‘Water of the Sea’. Considered to be a mermaid stone, it’s the ultimate crystal representation of cool waters and soft ocean breezes. Historically, it was carried by sailors as a talisman of protection on long voyages. Aquamarine is peaceful and soft. Its vibration feels like you're floating on the water and being gently carried by the natural rhythm of the sea. This serene stone radiates an Aloha vibe.

This stone has the calming, soothing energy of the sea. This is the stone of courage. Tranquilizing, uplifting, openness, innocence, lightheartedness, creativity, communication, self-awareness, confidence, purpose. Throat Chakra, Sacral Spleen Chakra, Heart Chakra. Used for protection on journeys, especially those who travel on water. Affects etheric and mental levels. Helps stabilize and harmonize unsettled surroundings. Helps reduce fears. Has an affinity with sensitive and mystical people. Increases creativity and sharpens intuition. Excellent stone for meditation. Helps one attune to nature. Quiets the mind and reduces stress. Helps bring about a tolerance toward others. Recommended as a purifier of the throat and helps sore throats. Clears blocked communication and aids the user in verbal expression. This stone allows us to find our individually and be ourselves. It is helpful to those who wear it, in regards to finding love, promoting fidelity and smoothing out differences between others.

4.) Moonstone

Moonstone is related to the zodiac sign Cancer and is also the stone of the Goddess. Another water element crystal, moonstone brings fluidity, grace and ease. It’s especially good for heightening your intuition and tapping into lunar energy. It can also open up your connection with the Divine Feminine. Pairing it with Sunstone around the Summer Solstice is a wonderful practice for equalizing Yin/Yang. I’ve traditionally worn this gemstone combination (Moonstone + Sunstone) for many years on the days leading up to and around the Summer Solstice as well as around the equinoxes. It helps to keeps me connected to the seasons and to mindfully seek balance with Moon/Sun, Feminine/Masculine, Dark/Light.

5.) Amazonite

Just looking at the blue green colors of Amazonite has you thinking about shady banks where stress is carried away on the wind. This stone has powerful cooling properties, particularly for the Throat Chakra and around communication. Amazonite worn as a necklace can help you stay mindful, and encourage you to consider another's point of view. It can also serve as a touchstone to remind you to think before you speak. Amazonite works to cool fire in your words to impart a softer and truthful expression.

6.) Fire Agate

Most often found in North America. Comes in shades of orange, brown, blue, or green. Strong connection to the energies of the earth. Excellent stone to use before meditating. Induces a feeling of relaxation. Helps alleviate problems relating to the stomach and endocrine system. Helps you examine and deal with problems in a calm and safe manner. Helps take the edge off difficult experiences. Recommended for dentists, optometrists, and those in the healing profession.

7.) Chrysoprase

This stone allows greater flexibility, wisdom, generosity, and self-confidence. Heals depression, excess self-focus, emotions/sexual imbalance. Placed on heart, neck, or on brown for meditation. This stone uplifts the Heart Chakra. It soothes the energy of the heart when you are heart heavy. It therefore brings internal peace, harmony and contentment. This stone symbolizes clarity of thought. It soothes the central nervous system and creates calm. It is a stone that leads its user to new and intellectual approaches. When working with Chrysoprase as a healing stone, it must be laid on the body for a long time. Helps one achieve greater personal insight, feel more calm, become less egotistical, and more open to new surroundings and situations. Stimulates creativity and draws out unknown talents. This stone provides balance between the conscious and the unconscious.

8.) Peridot

This stone is traditionally used for health, wealth, and protection. Helps understand relationships and other realities. Alleviates depression, anger, fear, jealousy, anxiety. A visionary stone. Helps connect us to our destinies and to an understanding of the purpose of existence. Can help us visualize not only the ultimate peak of physical, but of spiritual continuation as well. However, if you are confused or fearful, Peridot should be used in a limited way. Peridot is a warm and friendly stone. The more green the stone, it is used at the Heart Chakra, to clear a pathway, strengthening the breath of life, and the ideals of prosperity, growth, and openness. The more yellow the stone, it is used on the Solar Plexus Chakra.

9.) Rhodochrosite

Gentle and yet probably the most vibrant loving stone to heal the Heart Chakra, especially for giving/receiving love. Rhodochrosite is the “Stone of Love and Balance”. Also for loneliness, loss, heartache, fear, insecurities, inner-child issues, abuse and incest. Helps self-forgiveness, deserving and trust issues, spiritual and self-love, desire to live and purpose. Best worn 24 hrs. a day. Most effective for opening the hand healing Chakra. It is used in times of transition by providing comfort and support. Helps you alleviate irrational fears and paranoia. Will enhance the dream state.

10.) Rhodonite

Rhodonite is the “Stone of Love”! This stone symbolizes “self realization“. Rhodonite works with the Heart Chakra by soothing the heart center as well as the Root Chakra for grounding and balancing, due to the presence of black oxides in this stone. This balance of colors allows for a powerful and vibration for caring for one’s self. Rhodonite allows for confidence and self worth. Helps us express confidence and loving on physical plane in day-to-day ways. Calms and feeds the soul through the heart; love and service. It helps us with confusion and allows us to focus. This stone helps to strengthen mantras, chanting, affirmations, singing and toning.

11.) Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz represents love, beauty, peacefulness, forgiving, lovingness, self-love and emotional balance! Rose Quartz works with the Heart Chakra. It is a soft, gentle, soothing stone that warms the heart center. Its value as a nurturing friend cannot be overstated. Neither can it’s soothing influence. Helps diffuse negative stimuli and uncomfortable memories. Helps us discover the ability to love ourselves and makes us more open to other people. It is of particular value in helping us to forgive ourselves, hastening self-acceptance. Helps us realize that all change is important, even difficult change. Stimulates love and tender appreciation of all things.

12.) Ruby

Wealth, Joy, Love, Sexual Energy and Power. Warms, energizes after exhaustion. Strengthens physical and emotional Heart Chakra, love, courage, confidence, vitality, stamina, strength, leadership, success over challenges. Intensifies all emotions (passion, jealousy, impatience, love…) Attempted use for pressure/control (for love) backfires onto user. Used for reproductive, Root Chakra; infections, cholesterol, clots, blood detox (alcohol, caffeine), sexual blocks. A wonderful stone whose stimulating energy can bring startling things to light. An amplifier of energy-both positive and negative. Can bring anger or negativity to the surface quickly. Should be used with a knowledge of how to gain from the experience. Otherwise you are likely to be overcome by the passion it stirs up. Can also amplify positive energy. Helps us in all matters of love, including love of ourselves. Stimulates motivation and visualization.

Other cooling stones you might like are: Amethyst, Pearl, Turquoise, Chrysocolla.

Balancing Lunar Practices

Some additional practices that you can work into your daily routine to keep things cool in summer include:

Earthing: Taking off your shoes and walking barefoot in the grass. Making a habit of doing this daily, first thing in the morning in the cool grass will help connect you with the earths energy and balance and ground your mind, body and spirit. Or you could take a long walk in the sand. If you are able to go barefoot for any point of time this summer, to take your shoes off and let the bottoms of your feet connect directly with earth energy, just do it! This is a technique called earthing and it has a multitude of health benefits. It’s like you are filling up your cup with earth energy and that grounding continues to support you as you move through your day.

Take a Quiet Moment: Sit in silence for a few minutes outside. Or drop into a meditation by the river or under a shady tree. Take a moment to breath in the fresh air and just be with nature. Try to wear or carry any of the stones listed above to support you on the long hot days.

Moonbeams: Bask in the moonlight. Sleep under the stars or simply kick back in your lounge chair or hammock in the dark. Throw down a yoga mat in your backyard for a few minutes and enjoy the cool night air under the light of the moon. This practice is immensely cooling and if your barefoot you can get some earthing done at the same time.

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