When a Crystal Chooses You
- Rosemary Leach
- Jun 2
- 3 min read
Shamanism is often associated with rituals — the ways we move through them, the intention behind them, and the relationship we form with the unseen.
When I was first asked to write about this topic, I declined. I didn’t feel I knew enough about Shamanism to speak on it. But then someone gently pointed out that I see Beings, Animals, and Shapes within crystals - a gift that echoes the intuitive sight found in many shamanic traditions.
That reflection opened something in me.
Many of you have a beloved crystal, or several, that you feel drawn to display, hold, or place in a grid. Yet you may hesitate, unsure of the “right” way to work with them. In my world, there is no right or wrong. I follow feeling, intuition, a quiet knowing, and the subtle guidance I hear.
When a Crystal Chooses You
A crystal will often call to you long before you realise it. You may find yourself standing in front of one, feeling joy, warmth, or a deep inner knowing that this one is mine. This is the crystal connecting with you — letting you know it wants to come home.
Once you’ve brought it home, cleansed it, and are ready to place it somewhere meaningful, take a moment to sit with it.
Connecting With Your Crystal
Find a quiet place and settle your energy. You might breathe through your heart, soften your mind, or use whatever method helps you enter your meditative space. Everyone has their own way.
When you feel centred, connect with the crystal and ask:
“What would you like me to know?”
As you gaze into it, you may see shapes — people, animals, Beings, dwellings, landscapes, rivers. Then ask:
What does this represent for me?
How does this relate to my life?
Is there a message here?
Be open to whatever arises. Keep a pen and paper nearby — you may find yourself automatically writing. Don’t edit as you go. Let the words flow. When you finish, you can tidy spelling, but the message will already be there.
Creating Grids, Altars, and Sacred Spaces
Some of you may feel called to create a crystal grid, an altar, or a special place for your crystals. This is another opportunity to listen.
Ask the crystals where they would like to be placed. Tune into the thoughts, feelings, energy, or subtle frequencies you sense. You may find yourself placing a crystal somewhere unexpected — trust that. It may be drawn to a particular spot because it can radiate healing or uplift stagnant energy in that area.
There is no right or wrong way.
I work with crystals by asking questions and following the guidance that comes through intuition, feeling, or a quiet knowing. Sometimes a crystal wants to be shifted slightly or moved entirely — and follow through on that.
For Those Who Love Grids
If you enjoy creating grids, work with your crystals in the same intuitive way. Let them show you:
where they want to go
how many are needed
what shape or pattern they prefer
I don’t personally work with grids, but if I felt guided to create one, I would let the crystals guide me.
A Living Relationship
Crystals work with you — for your home, your energy, your healing, and whatever is required at the time. How you place them will always be perfect for that moment. Later, you may feel guided to move them again, shift the layout, or relocate them entirely.
A Final Reminder
Enjoy your crystals. Enjoy the wisdom they share, the joy they bring, and the upliftment they offer your home and your heart.
There is no right or wrong way. Follow your intuition, your inner guidance, the feeling, the knowing — and if you hear a thought, trust it. It’s not your imagination. It’s the crystals communicating with you.
This article has been supplied by Rosemary Leach. All content is the opinion and copyright of the author and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of DrumRoll Promotions Ltd. If you have any questions regarding this article you may wish to contact the author direct.
