Stones/Crystals - Do you use them?

[Psychonaut1984]

I am currently working with someone who is a High Priestess of stones. Previously I never really knew much about the topic of stones and crystals for metaphysical endeavors. I never noticed that I was very sensitive to them either until I bought this selenite wand and a hematite ring. I noticed I am extremely sensitive to the Selenite. It kind of took my by surprise, it is almost intoxicating for me, but in a very gentle positive way. I also have a rare specimen of Tibetan Tektite, I am just not sure how to use it.

I have a couple questions.
Does anyone here use or know anything about the use of stones?

Which ones are good for Astral Projection? / How do you use them for it?

If you use stones or the Q-link, when you stop wearing them will this cause you to be off balance?

Is this even a good idea to use? Will it mask problems in your energy body?

[CFTraveler]

I don't know anything about stones save for what I've read in posts here and there (the PSD and Mysticism forums have posts dedicated to this) but I have used them to protect myself and do other things, and their presence or absence hasn't affected my projections one way or the other- event the use of grounding stones (such as hematite) haven't affected the ones I do on purpose in any way.
I think the use of stones is similar to any other projection help- it's ok for the beginning as part of a ritual or routine, but won't really imbalance or affect your ability to do it once you've learned.
Of course this is my opinion.

[wstein]

To me stones are a crutch. Use them if you need assistance, don't bother if you don't.

[CFTraveler]

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