Crystals For Times of Change and Transformation
As a collective, we are always changing and shifting energies. Transformation is not a linear process. Far from it, in fact! When in the moment, most people aren’t even aware that they are undergoing a beautiful metamorphosis. We almost always realize this after it happens.
They always say to “trust in the process.” Which is true! But I understand how hard that is to have faith in the unknown and believe that the universe has a plan for you. To ease a transitional period, which is unique to each person regarding length and time, here are some crystals that can help empower you and supplement these adjustments in your life.
Howlite
Sometimes, when we are actively seeking change in our lives, it can be difficult to find the patience needed before these changes happen, or even before you see results from these changes. As they say, patience is a virtue. Good things do come to those who wait. Healing and change take time.
Howlite is a bone-white marbled stone. This white color reminds me of a clean slate. Being able to start anew and feel new is super important. This crystal is wonderful for increasing patience, letting go of trauma, and enabling creativity. Each of these abilities the Howlite crystal holds is significant to the process of transformation.
The definition of a transformation is specific to each person. A transformation can be moving on from a broken connection, healing from traumatic experiences, or dealing with grief. A transformation can be triggered by a certain event or can occur over a linear timeline. It can be mental, emotional, physical, or spiritual. From cutting and dyeing your hair to learning how to navigate life out of a toxic relationship, the point is that the concept of transformation is subjective. As you go through this list of crystals, take what resonates!
In addition to increasing patience with yourself and others, Howlite helps to release past traumas. Life will always have its good times and bad times. Terrible things can happen, but you are the master of your ship. Howlite reminds us that despite what life throws at you, the control you have over yourself will always remain constant.
When I look at Howlite, I also think of bones. The mourning process can be painful. But this crystal has amazing healing properties that can aid in grieving.
Despite Howlite having the ability to help along heavier emotions, this stone is terrific for fostering creativity too! Did you know you can have fun with the change? Well, if you aren’t used to embracing change and remaining stagnant, then creativity can greatly aid a transformative phase. This can include trying new flavors of your favorite brand or trying a different brand altogether!
Either way, Howlite is great for manifesting the changes you want in your life and will help you immensely in your transformative process.
Moss Agate
Like the indication of its name, this agate stone has a gorgeous green color, comprised of tiny different hues of green. This can be such a pivotal stone when used because I associate this stone with nature. And nature is one of, if not the most, powerful forces on earth.
Nature gives and takes away. It can be both beautiful and destructive. The very essence of nature is represented by change and transformation. Therefore, Moss Agate can be such a powerful stone for those wanting to elicit real and impactful change in their lives.
Naturally, this crystal is also called the Gardener’s stone, due to its connection to the earth. So feel free to have this in your pocket while you do some therapeutic gardening, or put it somewhere in your garden to encourage a prosperous harvest!
Just like how the flowers bloom, Moss Agate deeply stresses the importance of new beginnings, which is a vital element in transformation. More specifically, it emphasizes success. Whether that be in work, romance, or just in general, the crystal’s properties actively work to help you experience the best possible change in your life.
I think one of the most important things to note is that after a transformation occurs, people think that this is the final stage. On the contrary, we are always changing and always will be until we leave this physical plane of existence. As you are reading this, you are likely experiencing a transformation right now! That is why Moss Agate is a powerful transformative crystal. Not only does it reinforce the process of current change, but it also ensures continuous, new growth for its user.
To its name, the moss plant is an ancient plant thatbeen around for millions of years. I like to think that the Moss Agate draws on the limitless energy and wisdom of the user to help. Another cool connection is that the moss plant doesn’t have any roots. Looking at it through a spiritual or symbolic lens, I think the lack of roots allows the plant to not be tied down by the past.
In all, Moss Agate is one of the best crystals to own during a transformative period.
Blue Aventurine
One of the best things that Blue Aventurine provides is clarity. Its color is characterized by a wispy, spiritual blue. As a gentle healing stone, it works to calm the mind and heart. Being able to find relaxation during stressful changes happening in life is essential.
Perfect for someone who is easily stressed when things might not be going as planned. It can also help balance tumultuous emotions and bring peace to the mind, as the emotional, spiritual, and physical bodies are all connected. This greatly expands the impact of this stone’s healing abilities.
In addition to its healing abilities, Blue Aventurine also has spiritual properties. If you are looking to begin or trigger a spiritual transformation, this crystal is perfect for you! This stone is tied to the throat chakra, and it helps to open your third eye. As with all things, however, great change does not come on suddenly. With Blue Aventurine, one must be patient and actively work with this crystal in order for it to reveal its gifts.
On a different note, despite it being a gentle healer, this stone also works in getting rid of addiction, bad habits, and selfish and self-destructive behaviors. It is the stone that enforces discipline with oneself and promotes a strength that comes from within. Overcoming addiction can be a monumental challenge but such a rewarding journey.
Blue Aventurine holds particular properties that help the user become more accountable for their actions and actively resist certain pathological behaviors greatly associated with addiction. It is a very decisive stone and will assist you in moments when making a choice can prove to be difficult at times.
By association, Blue Aventurine encourages determination and perseverance. You really won’t see a change in your life unless you truly mean to change and are willing to work hard for it. The wispy, spiritual nature of this crystal ushers in calm and gentle healing. But it is also a crystal of responsibility and discipline.
Green Fluorite
Green is a color of growth, regeneration, and healing. Fluorite ranges in color from vivid purples to bright and light shades of green. What makes this stone distinctive, is that it fosters inner healing work while also actively protecting its user.
This stone alleviates psychical and spiritual blocks that may be interfering with one’s day-to-day life. I think the crystal-clear property of Green Fluorite’s physical appearance helps it have room to absorb any negative energy surrounding its user. I believe it also helps to get rid of any negative thoughts or emotions that could be inhibiting future growth.
As a crystal that actively fights against stagnation, having it close to your heart can be especially helpful to those who feel stuck in life and need to help reset.
Knowing oneself is so vital to marking a period of transformation. How can we possibly think to move forward and change our lives if we aren’t even aware of which habits or traits prevent us from doing so?
Green Fluorite has the ability to instill confidence, honesty with oneself, and integrity. This isn’t the type of crystal to make its presence too known. However, you can always rely on this crystal to have your back and offer its energy.
Amethyst
This crystal is arguably one of the most notable stones, both to those who are spiritual and to those who aren’t. You might have seen an enormous Amethyst geode in a relative’s home or most spiritual shops across the country.
Amethyst is a beautiful, rich purple. As a gem that contains a high connection to the spiritual, it emphasizes following your intuition and working to enhance your spiritual sensitivity and awareness. It encourages the user to really lean into the spiritual practice.
Through these techniques, one can achieve enlightenment, receive wisdom, and have the opportunity to clean the slate and start anew. In the art of transformation, Amethyst is one of the best and most powerful crystals for spiritual change and transformation.
I understand that change can be scary. We are creatures of habit, after all. But one must not be afraid of new things. If you are unsure or are afraid of embracing new beginnings, then Amethyst is a terrific stone. In addition to all of its amazing healing and spiritual properties, it is also supplemented by the ability to inspire courage in the user.
The significance of courage must not be undermined. Change can be scary, and the avoidance of the unknown future is completely understandable. However, by rejecting change you are limiting yourself.
You couldn’t be in better hands if you’re using Amethyst to aid you in your transformation journey!
Chrysocolla
This is an emotional stone. And by that, I mean its properties focus mainly on healing and balancing emotions. One of the things that define our humanity is our empathy and emotions. Feelings greatly influence our daily lives. They influence our relationships and our decision-making in many cases, such as deciding which crystal to buy based on intuition.
Chrysocolla often contains beautiful swirls and ranges from deep blue to crisp green. What this crystal focuses on is emotional expression. This can mean voicing your opinion, standing up for yourself, and truly letting out your emotions. In a period of grief, which can be considered a mark of transformation, it is essential that you do not bottle up or push down your emotions.
This can prove detrimental to your health overall. Chrysocolla is a stone that reassures the user and validates their emotions. This crystal accepts and acknowledges your fear, sadness, and regret to then help let those emotions go.
Chrysocolla is great for those struggling to communicate or express their emotion freely. On a more positive note, this stone also fosters creativity and artistic expression. This can be a powerful method of regulating emotions through a healthy hobby or passion.
Moonstone
This crystal is just as mystical as it sounds! This stone is like a pearl, with a muted white base coat and a shimmery pink, purple, and blueish sheen across its body. It can come in other marbled colors as well!
The moonstone is specifically tied to the divine feminine and feminine energy. So, if you’re a woman, then this is an ideal crystal to have. Women go through a time of change and transformation every month! This is characterized by the menstrual cycle and menopause later on in life. This period signifies a change in hormones, emotions, and bodily adjustments.
Moonstones can help balance these fluctuating hormones and help make the process of menstruating easier. Rainbow moonstone places a special emphasis on divinity, intuition, and nurturing psychic powers. This can potentially manifest itself in dreams! This is also a good stone for those trying to conceive a child, as it encourages fertility.
The divine feminine is transformative and accepts all forms of self-love as well. If you want to begin embracing your femininity (which is not limited to women only), get yourself a Rainbow Moonstone!
Clear Quartz
This crystal is completely clear and usually transparent (unless it has foggy occlusions). It reminds me of a glass prism. When you reflect a single light beam into it, it refracts the light and produces a multitude of rainbow colors out of it. This is a pretty good representation of what Clear Quartz stands for and its properties.
I like to think of this crystal as a great all around healer. It’s terrific for amplifying any energies you want to be amplified. It supports all chakras and is ruled by the sun and moon. It’s like an everything-bagel. An everything-crystal!
The most apparent property Clear Quartz has is the ability to offer clarity. In times of transformation, our minds can be muddled, and we might not know what to think or what to do. Meditating with this crystal can help cleanse the mind and soul to help you clear a discordant mind. Clear Quartz is great for anything and everything. Protecting, healing, amplifying, absorbing, and projecting energies.
Labradorite
Last but not least, the flashy and shimmery Labradorite! Labradorite is my go to crystal for support during times of change and transformation. It helps to replace fears and insecurities with faith in yourself and trust in the universe. It also brings strength and perseverance. One of the ways you can meditate with this stone is to turn it over in the light and see all the colors captured by the flash inside it.
I’m so enamored by labradorite that I wrote a full article all about Labradorite Metaphysical Properties - click here to read more!
Change and Transform
I hope this list inspired you or reaffirmed your thoughts about starting new or beginning to heal. These crystals are tools here to help you on that journey. As souls, we are ever-changing. Embrace that change and fluidity!
With that in mind, it’s important to pick the perfect crystal; that means using your intuition! Shopping in person is a great way to feel the energy of the stones. I encourage you to check our your local crystal shop; iff you’re near Gainesville, FL, I’d love to see you at Heart Mind Healing in Thornebrook Village. You can even use your intuition while shopping online! Use your judgement as you look at photos and feel out your favorite suppliers. To see the crystals for change and transformation that I have available online, click here. Know that I carefully and intuitively select all my stones.