Crystals & Gemstones That Help With Anxiety and Calmness

written by: Xenia Mateiu

If you are a person who gets anxious easily or struggles with a lot of stress, you probably tried to find various ways of coping and regulating your emotions. We all experience stress and anxiety differently, so we must explore our own effective ways of finding calmness and balance.

And while for some of us, a warm camomile tea and a cozy blanket help with finding peace of mind and relaxation, others manage to cope with anxiety and tension by meditating with a crystal palm stone in their hands.

Crystals are believed to carry unique energies that can interact with a person's energy and help with different intentions and purposes. Some gemstones are beneficial for manifesting love and success. Some are great healers for the body and the mind. And, of course, some crystals and gemstones can help you cope with anxiety and guide you to a calm state of mind.

Amethyst, the best crystal for anxiety

Amethyst is a popular and appreciated crystal for its calming and peaceful vibes. It has a kind and gentle energy that can help people who struggle with anxiety. Crystal healers recognize amethyst as a natural tranquilizer that balances the mood and dispels fear and anxiety.

 It is a great crystal choice for those who feel a lot of pressure and stress from work, school, or complicated family relationships. But amethyst can be a savior for generally anxious people. And if your anxiety sometimes stops you from enjoying life, talking to people, going out, holding a public speech or presentation, or traveling, you might want to try wearing amethyst jewelry all day long to infuse your aura with its calming energy.

You can also combine an amethyst crystal with other relaxation techniques you practice, such as daily mindfulness meditation, body scan meditation, or chakra meditation (amethyst can be placed on the Heart Chakra).

Blue lace agate, a helpful crystal for social anxiety

When anxiety meddles with the quality of your social life, you might want to try to dispel the fear and tension with a blue lace agate crystal. This light blue and gentle gemstone is perfect for situations when you need to release tension during interactions and communication.

The blue lace agate crystal is also said to be efficient in overcoming communication misunderstandings and difficulties. So if your anxiety often impedes your social interactions and attempts at communication, you might want to wear a blue lace agate bracelet. Or you could decorate your bedroom with this gemstone and benefit from its calming energy while you rest.

Wearing blue lace agate close to your body can also work as a reminder to be confident and calm your breath and pulse rate when you feel tense and anxious in social situations. It can bring your focus on the gems' energy and help you communicate with courage and calmness.

Rose quartz for balancing emotions

While learning how to cope with stress and difficult emotions, it's also important to be compassionate, patient, and kind to yourself. And the rose quartz crystal, a stone of unconditional love, is perfect for that purpose.

This pretty light pink crystal radiates love and kindness. It has harmonizing effects and can help people dealing with anxiety to balance and contain their emotions. Rose quartz can help with emotional healing and support those who undergo exposure therapy for anxiety.

You can wear a rose quartz pendant when you feel you need its energy and when you need to remind yourself to practice self-love and compassion. Or you can place a rose quartz tower near your bathtub to enjoy its radiance when you pamper yourself with a bubble bath.

Clear quartz, a crystal for overwhelming stress

Clear quartz is a must-have crystal and a great tool to use in your self-care routine. It's said to be the master healer in the crystal universe, and it's a crystal you want to have close in times of overwhelming distress and burdening tension.

Clear quartz crystal will help you keep your mind clear and focused on your desires. So if you are having a difficult week at work or dealing with dreadful deadlines and exams, clear quartz will help you find your inner resources to focus on your goals and get through the tension and stress.

It's also a gemstone you want to have around to restore your energy and recover physically and psychologically after a long period of distress and tiredness.

Black tourmaline, an anti-negative energy shield

As an anxious and sensitive person, you could use some black tourmaline to protect yourself from unwanted toxic energy. Often harmful influences only worsen anxiety symptoms and stir up intrusive thoughts and restlessness. 

Black tourmaline has a strong enough energy to act as a protective shield for you and help you find stability and emotional balance easier. You can use a black tourmaline palm stone while you relax to keep away disturbing vibes. Or, to maximize its efficacy and let this gem guar you all day long, you can wear a black tourmaline pendant or bracelet.

Sodalite, a crystal for panic attacks

Sodalite is known as the gemstone of peace because of its ability to calm the mind and help go through panic attacks. The sodalite crystal is used to dispel feelings of guilt, fear, self-punishment, and self-hate due to its energy that creates a bridge between the mind and the heart.

For those who struggle with panic attacks, rumination due to their anxiety, and insecurity, sodalite can help by increasing self-awareness non-judgementally, dispelling inducing negative thoughts, and calming the agitated and fearful mind.

To prevent a panic attack from happening, take a few minutes to relax and hold a sodalite crystal in your palms. Breathe normally and be aware of your inhales and exhales. Feel the stone's texture, temperature, and energy seeping into your pores. Observe your own body just existing and recite some calming positive affirmations, if that helps you.

Lepidolite for overcoming depression and anxiety

Sometimes anxiety comes hand in hand with depression or feeling lethargic and demotivated. Lepidolite, a beautiful lilac stone, can be your friend and support when you are too depressed or anxious to keep in touch with your pals.

Lepidolite is often called the "grandmother stone" due to its nurturing properties and calming nature. It is a crystal that promotes self-care, and it's believed to balance the nervous system. And while the family's and friends' support is just as essential as professional care when dealing with severe depression, a lepidolite stone can bring in gentle and nurturing vibes.

Keep your mind open to crystals

As I mentioned at the beginning of this article, every person experiences anxiety, stress, and tension differently. And while some crystals might not work for some individuals to cope with burdening anxiety and fear, other gems might prove helpful.

The key is to keep your mind and heart open to new experiences with these magical gems. Allow yourself the freedom to experiment with what works for you best and which crystals speak to your soul and body.

And most importantly, don't be afraid to ask for support when dealing with overwhelming stress, anxiety, depression, or other hard to difficult emotions and experiences. Crystals can help you relieve tension and balance emotions, but a healthy support network is most important for your growth and wellbeing.

About the author:

Xenia Mateiu founded Village Rock Shop, a gift store specializing in crystals and gemstones that anyone can visit in Carlsbad, California. Xenia loves to share her knowledge and passion for crystals and hopes anyone can find a gem that best suits their needs and desires.