A majority of the carnelian you can purchase today originally comes from India, but it’s dispersed all over the world with deposits in Brazil, Egypt, Uruguay, the U.S., and more. “Write the first three things that come to your mind. Wrap the crystal in the paper you wrote on and carry with you for 14 days,” she adds. With that said, some pairings may work better than others depending on what you’re looking for. If you’re using carnelian to power up your vision board, for example, Askinosie recommends placing it on top of the board with angel aura quartz on the bottom, tiger’s-eye on the left side, and red jasper on the right side. Those same stones, she adds, are also good for boosting creativity when used together. If you’re using carnelian for protection, on the other hand, Askinosie says it pairs well with pyrite. And if you’re looking for the sexually energizing benefits of carnelian, Mildon says orange sapphire pairs well with carnelian, as do rubies, which are thought to inspire passion and sexual connection. Luckily, carnelian is super easy to take care of, according to Van Doren, who notes it’s a resilient mineral that can safely handle all the classic methods for cleansing and charging. “I suggest charging your new carnelian in a full 24-hour cycle of sunlight and moonlight to supercharge its energies,” she says, adding to place it on an indoor windowsill if you don’t have access to a secure outdoor spot. Along with using sun and moonlight, you can also use sound, water, salt, and even your own breath to clear it off. (Check out our full guide for cleansing and charging crystals for more inspo.)
