According to the CDC, over 70 million Americans struggle with chronic sleep issues. Insomnia and other related problems can result in poor quality of life, injury, chronic health concerns, and overall diminished wellbeing. There are many way to combat sleep struggles, including medication and sleep therapy, but sometimes even then the improvement isn't as significant as one might hope.
If you're curious about trying crystals to help with sleep, or are just desperate enough to try anything, placing stones on your nightstand or under your bed can shift the energy in the vicinity and calm your nervous system enough to get you to sleep peacefully.
Here are some stones that you may want to look into:
#1 - Blue Calcite
Color(s): Blue, White
Chakra: Throat
Blue Calcite is a soothing stone known to promote restful sleep. For anyone struggling with frayed nerves, or an overactive mind that fights unconsciousness, Blue Calcite can be a huge help in dispelling insomnia.
#2 - Howlite
Color(s): White, Colorless
Chakra: Crown, Root
Howlite has fantastic calming energy. It is a good "winding-down" stone, meaning it is especially helpful for absorbing any anger or irritation from throughout your day and converting it into peace so that you can fall asleep. It is also a very good stone for nightmares and promoting good dreams.
Placing stones on your nightstand or under your bed can shift the energy... enough to get you to sleep peacefully.
#3 - Amethyst
Color(s): Purple, Pink
Chakra: Third Eye
Amethyst is quite possibly the most popular sleep crystal. It has long been said to help with stress and anxiety. It is also known to be particularly good for dreams and for dispelling nightmares. Its high vibrancy is a strong conductor of energy.
Side Note: Amethyst may be too “stimulating” a crystal for some people- this author included. If this is you, read on to other potential stone matches.
#4 - Angelite
Color(s): Blue, White
Chakra: Crown, Third Eye, Throat
All it takes is one simple touch of an Angelite stone to notice its calming nature! Angelite is known as the "stone of awareness", helping to facilitate angelic guidance, connection, and astral travel. It is great for easing worries and anxiety.
#5 -Moonstone
Color(s): Rainbow, Peach, Green, Black
Chakra: Crown, Third Eye
Moonstone, as its name suggests, is a stone connected to the powerful energy of the moon. As the moon waxes and wanes, water on the Earth is affected. Because human beings are made of approximately 60% of water, the moon's influence is apparent in us as well. By keeping this crystal close and tuning yourself into its effects, your circadian rhythm should regulate in just a few nights.
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So... the next time that you're struggling with insomnia, give these homeopathic (and drug-free!) options a chance!
If you've found help with sleeping with different crystals than listed here, please leave a comment below and share your experience!
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