Mental Health Awareness Month: Mantras + Crystals for Peace of Mind

May 06, 2022

Did you know? May is Mental Health Awareness Month! And while we feel like that’s *a bit* misleading because mental health should ALWAYS be part of the conversation (a much bigger part than it usually is)…we’re decidedly happy to acknowledge it and bring more awareness where we can.

Mental health encompasses so many different things for different people on different days.

Sometimes, zoning out to a reality show for an hour can actually be a supportive and accessible way to unplug. Other times, getting away on a luxurious spa retreat is the answer…but not everyone has the privilege of that sort of relaxation.

For us, it’s about finding the supportive tools that meet us where we are, and accepting that those look like different things at different times.

A couple tools we keep returning to, though, are crystals and mantras. Crystals range in size, shape, color, and cost, and are becoming more and more popular (and therefore easier to find). We especially love being able to bring smaller ones around with us like talismans when we’re on the go. Then mantras…are one of the most beautiful forms of human expression. We believe in the inherent power of language, and mantras are a prime example. Just like physically smiling can make you feel happier, repeating mantras can help manifest what you’re speaking into the physical plane.

Our Fave Crystals for Peace of Mind

Maybe it should go without saying…but picking out a crystal shouldn’t stress you out! Please don’t let this list deter you in ANY way from picking out whatever crystal is truly speaking to you. We really believe that our most cherished crystals have found their way to us, not the other way around.

That said, each of these stones has properties that soothe the nervous system and generally bring attention to mental health. They’re some of our favorites year-round!

Garnet

When you first hear “mental health” you probably think about crystals that have to deal with the mind…and that’s fair. But we like to start from the bottom up. Rather than immediately looking for a crystal to address mental fatigue, it can be nice to first get grounded.

One of the (many) reasons our minds can be moving a mile a minute is that we’re storing excess energy in our bodies that needs to be expelled. One supportive way to get that process going is to get connected to your root chakra! We love Garnet because it helps bring BALANCE back to our physical bodies. You can shop garnet here.

Celestite

Color therapy is a thing and most people are able to look at the icy, calming blue of Celestite and feel pretty soothed. Rather than the lower chakras, Celestite activates the 3rd eye…but not in a really stimulating way that labradorite might with hyper-active dreams. It’s more subtle, and all about meditation and prayer work.

Celestite can also support mental clarity through connecting your with your Spirit guides. Whether you call them angels, the Universe, God, Allah, or something (anything) else, this stone eases your communication with energy higher than the physical plane. You can shop celestite here.

Shungite

We can’t talk about mental health awareness without all saying it…technology. We live in a digital age, so even if we’re spiritual people, it’s hard to just trapeze off into the woods away from any EMFs or light pollution (even if we fantasize about it).

Many of us rely on technology for work and are staring at screens day in and day out. Of course working to reduce some of that screen time is advisable for some peace of mind, but when we must…Shungite is a great tool! It neutralizes harmful EMFs and helps protect against negative thought patterns. You can shop shungite here.

Moldavite

Last, but certainly not least on our list of favorite crystals for some peace of mind is Moldavite. Now, “peace of mind” might be a little misleading for this stone, because it’s deeply powerful and not for the faint of heart. It actually even has a reputation for when people experience it (often for the first time) called the “Moldavite Flush.” It’s connected to the heart chakra and when you meditate with it, or for some, even just hold it in your hand…you could experience body sensations and a general warming through your body.

Moldavite was formed when a meteorite struck the Earth some 15 million years ago and is extremely rare because of its extraterrestrial origin story. In our experience, it's best to let Moldavite find you, rather than the other way around. If you’re ready for its call, you will know. And when it’s time to answer…prepare to be transformed. You can shop moldavite here.

Mental Health Mantras

Whatever I’m feeling is OK.

Processing is so important. Rather than trying to avoid feelings or stuffing them away somewhere..remind yourself that what you’re feeling is always ok (and gaslighting is not).

Life is not linear and neither is my growth.

It can be SO FRUSTRATING to feel like you’re going in circles…but the fact is…we are! And that isn’t a bad thing. Everyone is at a different point on their path, and even when we “start over” we’re coming from a more informed place. It’s not a straight line.

Everything, even this, is temporary.

This is a powerful reminder no matter what season of life you’re in- whether happy, sad, or somewhere in-between…this moment too, shall pass.

I am breathing, in and out.

Everyone, everywhere, alive on this planet, no matter what, has the ability to breathe. It’s what defines our human existence, and can feel like the most obvious answer…but so many forget. Slowing down your breathing and being conscious of the in and out movement, if only for a moment, can work wonders.

Wishing you a very happy and healthy Mental Health Awareness Month (but also Mental Health Awareness LIFE) from everyone at the Ritual Shoppe team. PS: Drop your own fave crystals + mantras below!

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