Crystals for Weight Loss

Goals for weight loss can focus on the outcome and/or the process. The outcome being the amount of weight you want to lose or the goal you hope to achieve. The process is how you are going to reach your goal. Weight-loss goals can mean the difference between success and failure. It is best to have a realistic, well-planned weight-loss goal to help keep you focused and motivated. This can provide a plan for change as you transition to a healthier lifestyle.

Crystals can be a part of your weight loss process as they help you to focus on your goals. To achieve your weight loss goals you will have to work at reprogramming your mind and body and replace poor habits with healthy ones. You'll have to stay away and reduce certain foods (especially sugar and refined carbs) and make exercise a part of your regular practice. Crystals can help in the reprogramming of old habits, as they aid in establishing new patterns, elevating mind-over-matter mentality, and focus during this time of transition.

The following are some of the crystals you can try for weight loss. You can use one or a combination of the crystals to help with your success.

Amethyst is good at stilling the mind, taking you to a mindful place. It enhances memory and decision-making and improves motivation. It helps to relieve compulsions, and obsessions so you can let go of old habits. Place over the Third Eye Chakra to relieve stress

Black Onyx is good for energetic protection. It is a grounding stone that helps to instill positivity and confidence. It provides emotional support during stressful times. It is good for changing behavior patterns.

Black Tourmaline is the ultimate protector. It facilitates understanding yourself and promotes self-confidence. It clears negative thoughts and ingrained emotional patterning, helping to promote a positive attitude to life.

Blue Apatite is thought to support healthy habits. It helps you find your path and have the courage to start taking steps to get there. It is said to promote weight loss, stimulate your metabolism and increase your motivation to stay on track.

Clear Quartz helps with clarity and focus so you can program healthy habits and exercise into your new routine. It can also be used in elixirs. It is considered the master healer and helps return the body to balance.

Hematite is a grounding stone. It provides confidence that will help you with your goals. It harmonizes the body, mind, and spirit.

Rose Quartz carries unconditional love for yourself and others. It helps with self-forgiveness and enhances self-worth. It can be used in crystal elixirs.

Selenite provides clarity of mind so you can focus on your goals. It will surround you with positivity on your journey to intentional eating. Often, one of the hardest parts of creating a new healthy eating regime is the emotions that come up during the initial period, Selenite will help you while you detoxify and adjust to the changes. Each night, clear your energy and emotional body with the energy of Selenite.

Sunstone helps to revitalize the body and lift your spirits. It is a crystal of empowerment, great for looking past cravings and setting new healthy patterns.

You can use your crystals in a variety of ways. You can use them in yoga, either by placing them around your mat or in certain poses you can hold them. Use crystals for light and positivity at the head of the yoga mat. Another option is to meditate with crystals for motivation and reprogramming. Meditation can help to keep you on track. A simple way to incorporate crystals into your day is to hold the crystals in your hands, close your eyes and visualize your goals and intentions for the day. Visualize the crystals filling your body with white light.

Clear Quartz or Rose Quartz can be used in elixirs, made by placing them in a mason jar of filtered water and placing the jar out in the sun for 2 to 4 hours to soak up the energy. Then, you can enjoy your crystal-infused water. You'll want to note that before placing in an elixir it is very important to thoroughly cleanse the crystals.