All The Benefits Of Red Jasper + How To Use This Crystal, From Experts

There are so many options to choose from when you're browsing your local crystal shop, but if motivation is what you need, red jasper may be just what you're looking for. Here's what to know about this crystal, from its benefits to how to work with it.

Historically, she notes, ancient Egyptians would carve the stone into protective amulets because they believe red jasper could ward off negative spirits, and in Native American legend, red jasper is believed to be the blood of Mother Earth.

If you're feeling unmotivated, red jasper can help you get things going. Askinosie explains that it's known to help people overcome things like procrastination, stagnation, and delays, by orienting you toward taking action.

Along with being motivating, red jasper will also encourage you to tackle your ventures with a positive outlook. As Askinosie tells mbg, "Red jasper might motivate you to start a new project and see your creation through to the end, embracing a positive and motivated attitude."

Red jasper is also a crystal associated with the root (or first) chakra, which deals with things like stability, security, and groundedness. And according to Askinosie, red jasper is aligned with the first chakra "because it helps you to get grounded and start on a very stable foundation so that you can move forward."

One of the easiest ways to work with any stone is to meditate or set intentions with it, and Askinosie has a quick red jasper intention-setting practice that's as simple as it is powerful. Here's how to do it:

She suggests placing carnelian on top of your board, angel aura quartz on the bottom, tiger's-eye on the left side, and red jasper on the right side. Those same stones, she notes, are also good for boosting creativity when used together.

As aforementioned, red jasper is associated with the root chakra, so it's an excellent choice if you wanted to incorporate a crystal into any chakra work. It also happens to be one of the few crystals that can tolerate being put in water for extended periods of time, so why not try this chakra-balancing ritual bath from crystal expert and reiki practitioner Debra Haugen?

And lastly, red jasper is a great stone to have on you during the day, whether worn as jewelry, kept in your purse, or nestled in your pocket. As Askinosie notes, "It's just one of those touchstones that you want to look at as a reminder to take action and move forward."

And in terms of doing chakra work, other crystals associated with this chakra are hematite, black tourmaline, obsidian, moss agate, and garnet.

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There are crystals for everything from love to protection, but when it comes to getting motivated, few are as helpful as red jasper. So the next time you need a swift dose of action, make sure you have this stone nearby.