Use These 7 Crystals for a Love-Filled Valentine's

Seven crystals are traditionally linked with love, romance and self-love, which makes them thoughtful Valentine's gifts: amethyst, green aventurine, moonstone, rhodonite, carnelian, lapis lazuli and rose quartz. Here is what each one is known for in crystal lore, and a simple way to use it this Valentine's season.

7. Amethyst: For Achieving Your Dreams and Goals

Amethyst is one of the oft-related stones to Valentine's Day. It's because according to legend, St. Valentine was believed to have worn an amethyst ring himself which had a Cupid carving on it. Besides promoting sobriety, amethyst boosts intuition, creativity, and passion for dreaming big and achieving more in life.

Uses: It is often combined with smoky quartz (a stone of grounding and stability) and is gifted to a romantic partner to let them know that you believe in their aspirations and you'll be there to help them achieve their plans.

6. Green Aventurine: For Good Luck and Prosperity

This stone, as well as the colour green, is associated with the heart chakra. It works as a good luck charm and a bringer of good vibes.

Green aventurine helps make you prosper in the romance department by putting you in the right time, place, and situation where you can meet your special someone.

And if you're trapped in a vicious cycle of toxic relationships, this stone will liberate you from them so you can start afresh with healthy ones.

Uses: Wear a green aventurine stone or carry it in your purse/pocket to be surrounded with good luck wherever you go and increase your chances of meeting the love of your life.

If you're single or are heartbroken and not looking for a partner at the moment, use a heart-shaped green aventurine for an added boost of love and good vibes.

5. Moonstone: For Increased Love Connection

In crystal lore, moonstone is linked with love, romance and the pull of the moon.

Moonstone is associated with openness in relationships: giving, accepting and expressing love. Couples sometimes share a moonstone as a keepsake of their relationship.

This iridescent stone is related to the moon goddess and symbolizes feminine power. It's the ideal stone for women who want to fully tap into their goddess energy this Valentine's season.

Uses: Many people arrange 13 moonstones (for the 13 moon cycles in a year) as a grid in the bedroom, or keep a single moonstone by the bed as a keepsake of fidelity and romance.

4. Rhodonite: For Heartbreak and Letting Go

Been struggling to move on from a messy breakup? A rhodonite crystal makes a gentle ritual for letting go and giving romantic love another shot.

In crystal lore, rhodonite is known as a stone of compassion and a companion for emotionally challenging times. So if you're going through one this Valentine's, let rhodonite keep you company.

Uses: To use it as a focus for reflection, sit quietly with a rhodonite crystal. Hold the crystal with both hands and ask it to help you free yourself from unrealistic expectations and situations that no longer serve you. Use it to release grudges and any ill will from your heart, leaving only hope and acceptance. Try to be in a focused and meditative state.

3. Carnelian: For Rekindling Passion and Pleasure

Relationships may not always be fun and full of excitement. At times, it can get boring or may feel like you're just going through the motions. If you think your love life could use some refreshing, bring in a carnelian stone.

Carnelian is linked to the sacral chakra (also called the sex chakra), the center of joy, pleasure, and enthusiasm. In chakra lore, an active sacral chakra is linked with:

• Creative expression
• Intimacy
• Intuition

The stone is also associated with courage and creativity.

Uses: Meditate with a carnelian stone to tap into its powers while stating the affirmations, I trust my feelings. I trust myself, I am safe to express my sexuality, or I allow my creativity to flow freely. If you desire to confess your feelings to someone, use this stone to gain confidence and to be able to articulate your intentions.

2. Lapis Lazuli: For Better Communication

As a stone of communication that promotes wisdom and good judgment, lapis lazuli has been used by journalists, psychologists, and business executives. But this is also very useful for promoting deep and loving communication in relationships. The stone helps facilitate knowledge, understanding, honesty, and compassion when dealing with others.

Uses: Wear or carry a lapis lazuli stone to bring harmony in your relationship through effective communication.

1. Rose quartz: For Increased Self-Love and Romantic Energy

If there's one crystal that represents all types of love, it has got to be rose quartz. It's the ultimate love stone that symbolizes passion, romance, and all matters of love.

With a soothing energy, rose quartz is the best crystal to work with if you want to nurture love for yourself and for others. It's also linked with joy and compassion.

Uses: You can incorporate rose quartz into your life this Valentine's by:

• Wearing it
• Placing a stone on your bedside or under your pillow
• Meditating with it
• Using it in crafts and jewellery
• Decorating your home with it
• Placing it in your meditation space

Note: Crystals do not do anything to the body or mind. The meanings here come from folklore and personal ritual, shared for interest, inspiration and gifting.