Lithotherapy
How to Choose Your Lithotherapy Stone?
Complete guide to finding the stone that matches you
Lithotherapy, from the Greek "lithos" (stone) and "therapeia" (care), is an ancestral practice that uses the energy of natural stones to promote well-being. But faced with the multitude of crystals available, how do you choose the one that truly matches you? In this guide, we accompany you step by step to find your ideal stone.
1. Follow Your Intuition
The first method, and often the most effective, is to let yourself be guided by instinct. When you observe different stones, some naturally attract your gaze more than others. This attraction is not random. Why it works: Your subconscious perceives the energy of stones and guides you to the one you need. Trust this first impression. Practical tip: Take time to look at several stones without thinking. Note which one you naturally return to.
2. Identify Your Needs
Each stone has specific properties. Identify what you're looking for: For calm and sleep: Amethyst, howlite, lepidolite For self-confidence: Tiger's eye, citrine, carnelian For love and relationships: Rose quartz, rhodonite, kunzite For protection: Black tourmaline, obsidian, labradorite For energy and motivation: Carnelian, garnet, red jasper Start by defining your main need, then explore the associated stones.
3. According to Your Zodiac Sign
Each zodiac sign is traditionally associated with certain stones. This correspondence can guide you: Aries: Carnelian, red jasper Taurus: Rose quartz, emerald Gemini: Agate, citrine Cancer: Moonstone, calcite Leo: Tiger's eye, citrine Virgo: Jasper, amazonite Libra: Lapis lazuli, tourmaline Scorpio: Obsidian, malachite Sagittarius: Turquoise, sodalite Capricorn: Onyx, garnet Aquarius: Amethyst, aquamarine Pisces: Aquamarine, amethyst
4. According to Your Chakras
Chakras are energy centers in the body. Each chakra corresponds to a color and associated stones: Root chakra (red): Red jasper, garnet, obsidian Sacral chakra (orange): Carnelian, sunstone Solar chakra (yellow): Citrine, tiger's eye Heart chakra (green/pink): Rose quartz, aventurine, malachite Throat chakra (blue): Sodalite, turquoise, aquamarine Third eye chakra (indigo): Lapis lazuli, amethyst Crown chakra (violet/white): Amethyst, clear quartz
5. The Life Path Bracelet
The life path bracelet is a unique method that uses numerology to determine 8 personalized stones based on your birth date and names. How it works: The 8 stones represent: It's the most personalized method to find YOUR stones.
- Your birth date reveals your life path stone
- Your names (family, first names) determine the other stones
- Each stone represents an aspect of your personality
- The base stone (your grounding)
- The summit stone (your aspirations)
- The life path stone (your mission)
- And 5 other stones representing different aspects of your being
6. Tips for Getting Started
Start simply: No need to buy 20 different stones. One or two well-chosen stones are more effective than a poorly used collection. Purify your stones: Before using them, run them under clear water or expose them to moonlight to "cleanse" them of accumulated energies. Wear them regularly: The more you're in contact with your stones, the more they work with you. A bracelet is ideal for this. Listen to yourself: If a stone no longer suits you, that's normal. Our needs evolve, and so do our stones.
Find your ideal stone
Choosing a lithotherapy stone is above all a personal journey. Whether guided by intuition, reflection, or numerology, the best stone is the one that resonates with you. At Silhaos, we create natural stone jewelry with care and intention. Each piece is designed to accompany you in your daily life with gentleness and energy.