Crystals for Real Self-Care

For International Self-Care Day (24 July)

Self-care gets thrown around a lot these days. But it’s not always face masks, bubble baths, or a fancy candle. Real self-care is often quieter. Less photogenic. It’s saying no. It’s asking for help. It’s getting enough sleep. It’s making space for your own needs, even if you’re the one who usually holds everything together.

In my own experience, the moments where I’ve truly looked after myself haven’t looked like “wellness”. They’ve looked like being honest with myself. Slowing down. Turning inward and gently asking, “What do I really need right now?”

These are the crystals I turn to when I want to feel more grounded, more honest, and more able to give myself the care I so often give to others:

Citrine

Citrine This is your permission slip to receive. To let yourself enjoy, without guilt. Citrine supports self-worth, joy and confidence, and helps shift the idea that rest or pleasure must be earned.

Lepidolite

Lepidolite One of my favourites for nervous system support. Lepidolite gently helps regulate emotions, release tension, and encourages you to stop holding your breath all the time. It’s also one I often recommend when life feels a bit too loud.

Rose Quartz

Rose Quartz This one’s about how you treat yourself. Rose Quartz helps bring a softer tone to the way you speak to yourself, especially if your inner critic has been a little loud lately. A reminder that kindness towards yourself is a self-care ritual in itself.

Danburite

Danburite A beautiful crystal for reconnecting to your heart. Danburite encourages self-awareness, clarity and gentleness, especially when it comes to asking for what you need.

Crystals absolutely support self-care. They carry a natural energy that helps regulate your emotions, shift your mindset, and reconnect you to what really matters. They won’t run your bath or cancel your plans, but they’ll sit with you in the quiet moments and help you feel more like yourself.

If you’d like help choosing a self-care crystal, feel free to message me. I’m always happy to help you find the right one.