Gemstone Focus: A Guide to Gemstone Properties

This Guide to Gemstone properties is a work in progress and will be updated from time to time. If you have wisdom you'd like to share about your favorite gemstone, feel free to contact me.

Amethyst

Healing Properties: Protective * Eases Tensions * Inner Peace * Healing * Positive Transformation * Meditation * Balance * Reduces Headaches * Dream Recall * Relaxation * Spiritual Awareness

• Chakra : Third Eye, Crown

• Birthstone : February

• Zodiac : Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces

• Element : Air, Water

• Planet : Jupiter

• Anniversary: 6th

A protective stone, Amethyst brings feelings of inner peace, allowing us to heal the body, mind & spirit. It is used to help relieve insomnia, as well as to aid in remembering & understanding our dreams. It can help you connect with your higher self & even encourage lucid dreaming.

Aquamarine

Cleansing * Peace & Tranquility * Inner Power * Courage & Strength * Prophecy * Meditation * Inspiration *

• Chakra : Throat, Heart

• Birthstone : March

• Zodiac : Aries, Gemini, Pisces

• Element : Water

• Planet : Moon

• Anniversary: 19th

Aquamarine is the stone of courage and strength. It helps us to connect to our inner power and speak the truth. It's water energy works to sooth the mind, reducing stress, clearing confusion, and helpful in meditation. A highly protective stone for pregnancies, Aquamarine helps to guard the mother and child; discourages miscarriages. It can also be carried by those traveling by water for luck and safety.

Citrine

Healing Properties: Energizes all levels of Life * Encourages Creativity & Self Expression * Confidence * Happiness * Emotional Balance * Properity *

• Chakra : Sacral, Solar Plexus, Crown

• Birthstone : November

• Zodiac : Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra

• Element : Air

• Planet : Jupiter

• Anniversary: 13th

Citrine brings joy, boosts self-esteem & balances emotions. A recharging & protective stone, it can help to release negativity in oneself, driving out depression & fears. Energizes all levels of life & attracts prosperity & happiness.

Black Onyx

Healing Properties : Strength * Promotes Wise decision making * Self-Confidence * Emotional support in times of stress * Prevents energy drain * Transforms negative energies * Balance * Self-Control

• Chakra : Base Chakra

• Birthstone : Leo

• Zodiac : Gemini, Leo

• Element : Earth

• Planet : Saturn

Garnet

Healing Properties: Passion * Sensuality * Love & Intimacy * Self-confidence * Cleanses & Revitalizes * Positive Thinking * Success * Inspires * Opens the Heart * Brings Hope * Courage

• Chakra : Base & Heart Chakra

• Birthstone : January

• Zodiac : Aries, Leo, Virgo

• Element : Fire

• Planet : Mars

Kyanite

Healing Properties: Loyalty * Balancing * Use in Meditation * Expels Anger & Frustrations * Calming * Reduces Stress * Eases Confusion *

• Chakra : All; Blue/Throat, Black/Base, Green/Heart

• Birthstone :

• Zodiac : Aries, Taurus, Libra

• Element : Air

• Planet :

Kyanite is an excellent stone to use for balance & tranquility in your bedtime ritual, bringing a calming effect on ones being. Encourages dream recall & can help you find healing within your dream state. Does not hold onto negative energies & drives away feelings of anger, frustration, and stress.