Meet/Eat/Love (MEL) #18
Crystals have been used for their energetic healing properties since ancient times and they have now made their way into pop culture.
Celebrities from Adele to Katy Perry to Victoria Beckham swear by the power of healing crystals. Beckham, who uses crystals backstage at her fashion shows, says, “…I carry my crystals with me which some people might think as odd, but it works for us.”

Photo Credit: @flare
Crystals have also made an impact in the dating world as well.
“I don’t stay single for long. I carry a lot of rose quartz, which attracts the male. Maybe I need to calm it down with amethyst.” – Katy Perry, Cosmopolitan, July 2014
“I bring out my amethyst whenever I get pre-date jitters.” – Yours truly, November 2018
Whether it’s channeling good vibes for new dates or just mending a broken heart, you can find a crystal for it. We’ve helped shortlist the best crystals for love and dating below!

Photo Credit: @spiritualgangster
Here are the five best crystals for dating:
-
Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz is the ultimate crystal for love and romance. It helps you open your heart to receive love and creates a sphere of positive energy. It will help boost the romantic energy flowing around you and your date. If you are creating a swag bag for crystals, this should be #1 in your bag.

Photo Credit: @summerlandfloral
-
Amethyst
Who doesn’t get the pre-date jitters before a first date? Before you reach for a shot of liquid courage, consider grabbing one of these pretty crystals instead. This healing stone is a natural stress reliever known for calming anxiety. Having one of these is a lot healthier than downing liquid courage shots! Your liver will thank you.

Photo Credit: @energymuse
-
Lapiz Lazuli
Did you know that this stone was dedicated to Venus, the Goddess of love for more than 5,000 years? It is the stone of communication, which helps bring honesty, compassion and harmony. Use this to let your crush know how you feel, without getting tongue-tied.

Photo Credit: @astrolika
-
Rhondonite
Keep calm and carry is the healing benefit for the Rhondonite. This stone is perfect to heal a broken heart. It grounds negative energies while balancing your emotions. Use this stone the next time you are feeling blue from a breakup.

Photo Credit: @sagegoddess
-
Ruby
Who doesn’t feel sexy AF with this lux stone. Ruby promotes desire, as well as sexual energy and is best for attracting that hot and heavy one-night stand that turns into a long-term relationship. Where do I sign up?!

Photo Credit: @therainbowscribe
Crystals are not just pretty to look at. Whether you believe in the power of crystals or not, they can serve as a tangible reminder of what we want to attract and/or overcome. Crystals come in handy when you need a bit of a boost. Give it a try and see if they work for you.
Happy Dating!
Ms. Mel