Crystals For Beginners

Amethyst and Rose Quartz are easy first picks, since they're affordable and simple to care for. If you can't decide, a kit like the Crystal Beginners Pick gives you 80 tumbled stones to try before you choose favorites.

One to three is plenty. Choose one stone for the feeling you want more of, then live with it for a few weeks. A kit works well too, if you'd rather explore a mix before settling on one stone.

Keep it simple. Hold your crystal for a minute, set one small intention, and put it somewhere you'll see it often, like your nightstand. Kits like the Crystal Beginners Pick include a card deck that explains each stone.

Set it on a windowsill under the Full Moon overnight, or rest it on a Selenite bar. Some people pass it through Sage smoke. Choose one method you'll keep up, since doing it regularly matters more than which one.

Some, yes. Strong sun can fade Amethyst and Rose Quartz over time, so charge those by moonlight. Never leave a clear crystal ball in a sunny window, since it can focus light like a magnifying glass.