Why do we love Crystals & Gemstones?

Most Little Discovery incorporates Natural Crystals & Gemstones. Here is why we love them so much.

Crystal Healing: Gemstones are often believed to vibrate at specific frequencies, and their energy is thought to interact with the body’s energy fields (or chakras). For instance, amethyst is associated with spiritual awakening and protection, while rose quartz is known for promoting love and compassion. The energy of a gemstone is said to influence the person who wears or works with it, helping to bring balance and healing.
Each crystal is considered to have its own unique energetic frequency, which can either calm or stimulate the mind, body, and spirit. For example, lapis lazuli is believed to help open the third eye and enhance intuition, while turquoise is known for its healing and protective properties.

Gemstones are often used in spiritual practices to help balance the body's seven chakras (energy centers). Each chakra is associated with a different aspect of physical, emotional, and spiritual health, and certain gemstones are thought to align or cleanse these centers. For example:
Citrine is believed to energize the solar plexus chakra (related to personal power and self-esteem).
Emerald is connected to the heart chakra, promoting love, compassion, and emotional healing.
Sodalite is said to activate the throat chakra,enhancing communication and self-expression.

Many gemstones are believed to offer spiritual protection, shielding the wearer from negative energies and promoting a sense of safety and calm. For instance:
Black tourmaline is known for its protective properties, believed to absorb negative energy and promote grounding.
Obsidian is often used for its grounding qualities and to help release negative emotional patterns.
Amethyst is thought to offer spiritual protection, creating a shield against harmful influences while promoting clarity and insight.

Throughout history, gemstones have been used in religious and spiritual practices to symbolize certain virtues or divine qualities. For example:
Emeralds were considered sacred to the ancient Egyptians and were believed to bring wisdom, fertility, and rebirth.
In Buddhism, certain gemstones like jade and amethyst are thought to enhance spiritual enlightenment and mindfulness.
Diamond, often seen as the ultimate symbol of purity and eternity, has been used in many cultures as a representation of divine love and commitment, especially in marriage.

Many people use gemstones in their meditation or manifestation practices, believing that the stone's energy can help focus the mind or amplify intentions. Holding a specific gemstone or placing it on the body during meditation is thought to deepen the practice or manifest specific desires. For instance:
Clear quartz is considered a powerful amplifier of energy and intention, often used to enhance clarity and spiritual insight during meditation.
Carnelian is said to support creativity, motivation, and action, helping to manifest goals.

Gemstones are also seen as tools for emotional and mental well-being, helping to release blockages, promote emotional balance, and calm the mind. For example:
Rose quartz is associated with unconditional love, self-love, and emotional healing, often used to heal a broken heart or encourage self-acceptance.
Labradorite (Toni's personal favorite) is thought to enhance spiritual protection and intuition while helping to alleviate stress and anxiety.

Many spiritual practices emphasize a deep connection with nature, and gemstones, being natural formations of the Earth, are often seen as powerful representations of this connection. The natural beauty of gemstones reminds us of the Earth’s sacredness and the divine energy that flows through all things.
Wearing gemstones or surrounding oneself with them is seen as a way of aligning with the natural rhythms of the Earth and accessing the wisdom inherent in nature.

Gemstones are frequently associated with personal transformation and spiritual growth. They can serve as reminders of the qualities one is striving to embody or goals one wishes to achieve. For instance:
Tiger's eye is believed to promote courage, strength, and focus, helping the wearer overcome obstacles and gain personal empowerment.
Moonstone (Toni's other personal favorite) is often linked to intuition, inner growth, and the cycles of life, helping individuals to trust their instincts and navigate change.

In some traditions, gemstones are used in divination practices to gain insight into the future or access spiritual guidance. Crystal balls made from clear quartz are commonly used for scrying, where the practitioner gazes into the stone to receive visions or messages from the spiritual realm.