How crystals could be the key to a calmer house – and why a herb box could help you get ANYTHING you want

TOUGH times can make you hit rock bottom, but celebrities are turning to crystals to lift their spirits – and heal a royal rift.

After Meghan and Prince Harry’s bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey, the Duchess of Cambridge wore a pair of £85 stone Missoma earrings for a video call.

The pink rhodochrosite crystals are thought to promote compassion and good energy while comforting the heart and soul and Kate may have chosen them to send a message of reconciliation.

While on a Zoom call last year, Harry and Meghan had a large amethyst crystal, known for reducing stress and boosting immunity, on display.

Laila Lambert, aka @TheCrystalExpert, says: “Kate and Meghan’s crystals of choice are known for bringing more cheer but also calming the mind.”

It’s not just the royals who are using the power of the stones and other woo woo – the Beckhams, Tom Hardy, Adele and Madonna are at it too. Laila and tarot card reader Kerry King tell you how to give your home a spiritual makeover.

BAD ENERGY

KERRY says: “Sudden, sharp and typically metallic sounds purify and shake up the atmosphere because frequencies can penetrate resistant, long-standing and dense energy blocks.

“Vibrations compel the objects and atmosphere to resonate in harmony with the frequency generated by the sound, and this neutralises the space. You can use anything to sound cleanse – a bell, coins in a bag, rapping on a table top, drums, flicking an empty wine glass – whatever you have to hand will work. Even clapping.

“Head to the room you wish to cleanse and open the windows so that any negative vibes you stir up can be released.

“Take your sound cleanser items and shake, rattle or roll them, first in the centre of the room, and then in each corner. Listen to the tone – the duller the noise, the more clogged up the area is and may require several shakes.”

SACRED SAGE

LAILA says: “Once a week or once a month, sage your home. Light a bundle, then blow out the flame and waft the smouldering sage around the house to rid it of bad vibes.

“I like to do it ahead of special occasions too, whether it’s a birthday or just having a friend over, to restore a positive place. Make sure you have a holder underneath so any embers drop safely. This ritual will not only tackle negative energy but also help with any dust and pollen allergies.”

LIGHT UP

KERRY says: “White candles are associated with space cleansing, as the colour symbolises purity.

“Burning a white candle will help to ward off negative energy in the home, so aim to light one in your main living areas when all of you are at home, at least every few days.”

CHARGE CRYSTALS

KERRY says: “If, like Kate Middleton, you have jewellery beset with crystals, you can activate the innate properties of those gems by leaving them on a ­window sill, in natural light, from dusk until dawn.

“Even better, leave them overnight in the light of a full moon. The next one falls on March 28. This exposes them to a cleansing and charging dose of both moon and sun rays, which will awaken whatever powers your crystal jewellery has.”

HONOUR HERBS

KERRY says: “Sage is great for dispelling negative energy, basil brings prosperity, thyme brings peace and harmony, pennyroyal attracts money and custom, mint brings in good fortune, and chives ward off unwanted visitors.

“Create your own herb garden window box, and enjoy lasting positive benefits from these little plant soldiers.”

POWER UP

LAILA says: “Welcome a nice chunk of black obsidian to the living room – this will keep those bad vibes at bay. And sit clear quartz in the kitchen to bring in new light, positive and healthy energy – ideal for the room we spend most of our time in.

“Amethyst is amazing for next to the bed. It helps us relax and get ready for sleep, and once asleep encourages a good kip. Place it next to rose quartz to keep the passion alive. If working from home, citrine and aventurine are ideal to have in the home office – they bring abundance and ­positive deals as well as success and luck.”

WITCH BALLS

KERRY says: “Witch balls are an ancient pagan custom. They are designed to trap evil spirits and energies, and they look like ­Christmas tree baubles. They have glass or thread fibres inside which capture the invading energy, and are typically hung in an eastern window to fend off evil spirits, witches, illness, bad fortune and curses.

“You can buy one ready-made, or customise your own using a standard Christmas tree trinket. Just add more bling, and insert threads or wires through the hole at the top.

“Hang your witch ball up wherever you feel it’s most needed – your window, above your desk if you have a toxic boss, or over your bed if you have bad dreams.

“Keep it there until it starts to look ­tarnished, cloudy or dull, and then empty and clean it. You could pop it under the light of a full moon for an extra glow up or replace it with another creation.”

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