Category: Sagittarius

Crystal Wisdom Snowflake Obsidian Benefits
Properties, Root, Sagittarius, Scorpio

Snowflake Obsidian Spiritual Properties: Stone of Surrender

Shannon Marie

Snowflake Obsidian – (Root Chakra) – (Zodiac of Virgo)

Snowflake is a powerful gemstone that truly supports me when I am having a rough patch in life. Its unique support benefit is helping us Surrender. So when I feel like I’ve been fighting and uphill battle and I am just exhausted, I sit with Snowflake Obsidian to release my attachment to the situation out to the Universe and surrender to the flow. Find out the Snowflake Obsidian spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Snowflake Obsidian

Obsidian is unique in its creation and healing properties. Obsidian is a form of volcanic glass created when molten lava cools very quickly. There are many varieties of Obsidian (Snowflake, Mahogany, Rainbow, Gold and Silver-sheen, as well as a variety of colors), but this article is focusing primarily on Black Obsidian. “As a “glass,” obsidian is chemically unstable. With the passage of time, some obsidian begins to crystallize. This process does not happen at a uniform rate throughout the rock. Instead it begins at various locations within the rock. At these locations, the crystallization process forms radial clusters of white or gray cristobalite crystals within the obsidian. When cut and polished, these specimens are referred to as ‘snowflake obsidian’.” (From Geology.com)

Historical Significance of Snowflake Obsidian

This gemstone can be shaved down to create an incredibly sharp edge; therefore, ancient cultures used to use Obsidian to craft arrowheads and knives. It was used often in Native American, Aztec, and Mayan rituals. Its power was thought to channel the essence of Magic and enhance rituals. It was also used to assist with divination and Spirit Quests to ascertain the future.

Snowflake Obsidian Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Snowflake Obsidian

As part of the Obsidian family, Snowflake Obsidian, this volcanic glass, is an incredibly powerful protector. Remember, this was used to make knives, used for physical protection, and it retains that energetically as well. Snowflake Obsidian spiritual properties create a shield of protection around your aura and energetic body. It provides protection again psychic attack or negative entities in your home. It provides a strong, grounding energetic connection to the Earth, and the vast Earth power helps to guard you during difficult times. This is an excellent stone to keep with you if you work or live in a toxic environment. It will prevent negativity from clinging to you, influencing you, and bringing you down.

This is a gemstone that allows for deep and unconditional Surrender. If you are being plagued by a problem, attached to a situation being a certain way, refusing to accept change – this can cause deep suffering. Snowflake Obsidian enables you to stop to clinging and grasping and release the need for control over to the Divine, the Universe, or your personal Higher Power. You can stop the struggle and trust that the Universe and your Spiritual Guides will handle the situation in the best way possible and show you the way forward. This gemstones is especially helpful with releasing unhealthy and habitual habit and thought-patterns. If you feel stuck in a cycle of negativity, self-doubt, or unhealthy behavior, this gemstone will help you cut the attachment and release it. Sit with snowflake Obsidian and imagine “giving” over your suffering and struggles to release your burdens.

The white in the Snowflake Obsidian is incredibly cleansing to the Heart, Mind and Energetic system. It helps with purifying your aura and instilling a sense of deep peace and serenity. This soothing aspect is incredibly supportive after you have completed a session of Surrender. Those struggles are no longer your fight – you can be at peace. It is like covering yourself in a warm, fluffy blanket after coming in from the cold.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Snowflake Obsidian

This is a stone that is said to help reduce pain. Obsidian’s power of insight helps us to realize the root cause of illness and work toward correcting the imbalances that have caused illness. Snowflake Obsidian is said to support skeletal issue healing.

Snowflake Obsidian Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Snowflake Obsidian in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine yourself surrounded by a large, sturdy mountain. You are warmed by the heat within the mountain. Repeat this mantra, “I am Grounded. I am Protected. I am ready to Surrender my suffering to the Universe and allow it to Guide me.” Alternately, hold a Snowflake Obsidian mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Crystal Wisdom Onyx Benefits
Crown, Properties, Sagittarius

Onyx Spiritual Properties: Stone of Attunement

Shannon Marie

Onyx – (Root Chakra) – (Zodiac of Leo)

Onyx is such a strong and powerful stone, yet it is supportive and comforting at the same time. This is one stone I am attracted to when I just feel “off” and don’t know what I need to get back on track. I highly recommend having some Onyx on hand for those times that feel scary, or you just feel adrift. Find out the Onyx spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Onyx

Onyx is part of the Chalcedony family and is best known for its deep, solid black varieties. However, Onyx can also be found as a black and white banded variety (sometimes called Sardonyx). Onyx is very much like Carnelian (also a member of the Chalcedony family) because it comes in solid orange and also banded varieties. I have tumbled Onyx that has multi-colored banding, so there is a great variation in Onyx above and beyond the solid black stones.

Historical Significance of Onyx

The name is derived from the Latin word (also onyx) meaning “claw” or “fingernail.” Onyx has been widely used throughout history to make tools, bowls, and carved jewelry. The Egyptians, Ancient Greek and Romans all used Onyx because of its strength and beauty. Ancient Romans carved amulets with the image of Mars, the God of War, for soliers to wear into battle. Onyx is also one of the gemstones mentioned as a Holy Stone in the Bible.

Onyx Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Onyx

Onyx is used to absorb what we need from the Universe. It is used to cleanse and sharpen the intuition, so we can better receive this Higher Guidance. If you are having difficulties determining your next step, how to solve a problem, or what you need to feel better – sit with Onyx, release any urges to “figure it out,” and allow Onyx to bring what you need to mind. Carrying Onyx will help to amplify and multiply the external signs from the Universe providing you with guidance. Make sure to journal and record what you observe while carrying Onyx, so you can recognize the advice from the Universe, Spirit Guides, or Angel Guides. You may find yourself noticing even more Angel Numbers, animal signs, colors, song messages or synchronicities – write them all down and you will receive what you need in life.

The Onyx spiritual properties support us during mourning and times of deep emotional stress. It helps reduce overwhelming fears and anxieties. Onyx helps us to feel more rooted and stable as it is an extremely grounding stone. We can sit firm in the present moment and release worries of the past or worries of the future. If life is scary and overwhelming at the moment, sit with Onyx for deep comfort.

This stone holds a memory of what has happened to the wearer which helps with past-life work. Onyx works very well with psychometry as it holds the energy and memories of those who have worn it. If you inherit Onyx jewelry, or buy it from and antique store, you will want to cleanse it thoroughly if you are sensitive to picking up external energies. As this stone enables access to the past, it is an excellent tool for helping us discover the life lessons in past situations.

Additionally, Onyx spiritual properties help to focus other gemstones energies, so combining Oynx with other crystals for energy work is extremely useful. If you want an extra boost of a particular gemstone’s benefits – hold a piece of Onyx in the same hand as the other stone for a super charged energy experience.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Onyx

The physical healing benefits of Onyx are said to be improved healing due to Onyx’s ability to absorb what we need to bring us back to a normal healthy state. Onyx is also said to help relieve issue dealing with the feet as it is deeply connected with the foot chakras.

Onyx Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Onyx in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine you are seated on a Giant Piece of Onyx that is providing stability and support. Then a bright light opens at your Crown and is ready to receive Divine Guidance. Repeat this mantra, “I am Not Afraid. I am Safe. I am ready to Receive the Guidance and Support from my Higher Guides.”

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Crystal Wisdom Herkimer Diamond Benefits
Crown, Properties, Sagittarius

Herkimer Diamond Spiritual Properties: Stone of Attunement

Shannon Marie

Herkimer Diamond – (Crown Chakra) – (Zodiac of Sagittarius)

The Herkimer Diamond is a crystal that I quickly fell in love with! Its small, graceful and clean shape provide so much healing energy and support. I have a collection of Herkimer Diamond jewelry because I really enjoy keeping its energy close. Much like Clear Quartz, this crystal amplifies energies and is a powerful tool with other gemstones. Find out the Herkimer Diamond spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

Science of Herkimer Diamonds

The Herkimer Diamond is named for the location is was discovered: Herkimer, New York. They are also not really diamonds, but very compact, double-terminated Quartz crystals. They form in a host stone called dolostone. These stones are a joy for rock hunters to search for and collect. There are many sites available for hunting along New York State Routes 28 and 29 near Middleville, New York.

Historical Significance of Herkimer Diamonds

Early Native American Mohawk Indians prized Herkimer Diamonds as a spiritual stone. They were used for Native rituals, amulets, and were valuable to trade.

Herkimer Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Herkimer Diamonds

Herkimer Diamonds are an incredibly powerful tool to awaken intuition and psychic abilities. The most effective of the Herkimer Diamond spiritual properties is its ability to help us attune with the Spiritual, connect with the Universe and Divine, and enable us to trust our Inner Wisdom. These crystal helps to focus and deepen our meditation experiences. They allow us to easily access external information and utilize it in daily life. These are excellent tools for spiritual teachers, spiritual students, mediums, tarot readers, and anyone who accesses intuitive information on a regular basis. Meditate and sleep with Herkimer Diamonds to clear, cleanse, and activate your Chakra system to enable an open connection with Spiritual knowledge. These are also excellent for Dream Work.

These small crystals aid us in accessing and remembering past life information. They help you identify past life blockages and baggage that may be blocking your spiritual progress. It helps you release and dissolve karmic residue and completed contracts. Herkimers also help you identify past life attachments that may be affecting your physical health in your current life! These crystal also help you discover your true life path in this physical incarnation. It clears away barriers in your way to achieve your Highest Good.

Herkimer Diamonds can also connect people energetically when they are apart. If you have a friend, spouse, or significant other that will be away for a length of time, these crystals will help you feel connected and are said to enable a form of telepathy between two people. Purchase two Herkimer Diamonds and wear or carry them when you are together. This is a means of programming the Quartz crystals to your personal energies and the frequency you emit when together. Then each keep one crystal after you are parted to keep your bond strong while you are apart.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Herkimer Diamonds

The physical healing benefits of Herkimer Diamond are said to be electromagnetic and radioactive filtering. Grid these around your home or desk to shield against EMF and electronic pollution. Wear with your if you are going to be around alot of electronics, X-ray, or MRI equipment. Very useful in airports after you go through security devices and as you are surrounded by all the electronics in the building.

Herkimer Diamond Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Herkimer Diamond in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine a bright white light shining brightly from your Crown Chakra (the very top of your skull). This brilliant light rains down on your and cleanses your entire body. Repeat this mantra, “I am Open. I am Willing. I am ready to Connect deeply with the source of Divine and Universal knowledge.”

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Crystal Wisdom Gold Topaz Benefits
Leo, Properties, Sagittarius, Solar Plexus

Golden Topaz Spiritual Properties: Stone of Inspiration

Shannon Marie

Golden Topaz – (Solar Plexus Chakra) – (Zodiac of Sagittarius, Leo & Pisces)

Golden Topaz is one of the birthstones for the month of November (Citrine is the other). I have always associated it with my Grandmothers, who were born in November and very fond of Topaz. It emanates a very cozy, familiar energy for me, so I often use it for ancestral honoring rituals. Find out the Topaz spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Topaz

Topaz is one of the harder gemstones at Mohs hardness 8, so it wears really well in rings because it is durable. It comes in many color (and even clear), but yellow-gold is the most common. Take care when buying blue or pink topaz, because blue is almost always heat-treated and pink is very rare, so is often color treated.

Historical Significance of Topaz

Today Topaz is primarily mined in Brazil (and found in my home state of Texas), but in the 1800s it was mined heavily in Germany. The name is derived from the Indian word tapas meaning ‘fire’, and from the Arabic word topazos – ‘found’. It has been used throughout history, and all over the world. The royal crown of England is covered in topazes, and many cultures considered it a stone of great wisdom.

Metaphysical Attributes of Topaz

This gemstone lifts us up as it helps to recharge our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual batteries! It brings shine and sparkle to our everyday life and helps us see the beauty and joy in everything around us. Topaz spiritual properties attract abundance and inspires generosity.

This stone helps us recognize our own abilities and put them to best use.  It encourages drive, confidence, and overcoming barriers to our success. Topaz is a powerful manifestation stone, so we should use it when we are planning life goals and upcoming projects. It will help us have confidence and and solid belief in what we can achieve. This gemstone is very effective during intention and manifestation rituals and visualizations.

This gemstones encourages awakening and inspires us to work toward self-realization. It also helps us connect with the source of our Divinity and use it to follow our Highest Life Path. Topaz helps us develop trust in our Higher Self and our purpose in life.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Topaz

Some of the physical healing benefits of Golden Topaz are said to be manifesting good health and physical energy. It is useful when recovering from a long-term illness.

Topaz Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Topaz in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine a bright yellow flower blooming in the middle of your torso. It radiates warm golden energy all around you. Repeat this mantra, “I am Safe. I am Positive. I am ready to embark on my next Journey.” Alternately, hold a Topaz mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Crystal Wisdom Indigo Gabbro Benefits
Properties, Root, Sagittarius, ThirdEye

Indigo Gabbro Spiritual Properties: Stone of Spiritual Evolution

Shannon Marie

Indigo Gabbro / Gabbro Jasper / Mystic Merlinite – (Root & Third Eye Chakra) – (Zodiac of Sagittarius)

Indigo Gabbro is known by many different names: Gabbro Jasper, Indigo Gabbro & Mystic Merlinite. (Note: regular “Merlinite” is something different.) It really is such a phenomenal stone to hold as it feels both expansive and grounding at the same time. I adore its combinations of purply-greys and black which remind me of the night sky. Use with care because it is powerful. You may want to have some Howlite on hand if you start getting overwhelmed by the Gabbro. Howlite will soothe you and release any excess energy build up. Find out the Indigo Gabbro spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Indigo Gabbro

Gabbro is actually the most common rock on Earth and is found in the deep ocean crust. It is formed when the molten magma cools under the earth’s crust. It is made up of many different types of minerals (like olivine, pyroxene, and hypersthene), but is primarily feldspar (plagioclase).

Indigo Gabbro Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Indigo Gabbro

Gabbro is one of the very swiftest stones to helps awaken your intuitive and psychic abilities. It is also named Mystic Merlinite for its powerful ability to enhance magical abilities and ritual work. It helps to deepen meditation dramatically and allow you to fall into deep trance states. It quickly opens the entire chakra channel from Crown to Root, but its deepest resonance is with the Third Eye Chakra. This stone is intimately in tune with all Elemental energies, so if you are doing meditations and rituals that are Element based, Indigo Gabbro is a powerful catalyst. Sleep with Gabbro for vivid, prophetic dreaming.

Indigo Gabbro spiritual properties connect one to their Higher Self. It highlights areas in need of change in our lives to attain our fullest potential. This stone enables us to face and process our Shadow aspects without fear or judgement. Gabbro helps release outdated karmic contracts and soul beliefs that are acting as barriers to spiritual growth. It is extremely useful for past life healing, as it gathers “broken” or “denied” pieces of our soul and connects them back to our Higher Self for incorporation back into the whole and healing. This enables us to love ourselves completely as we are. Gabbro supports learning life lessons and to recognize the silver linings of past events.

Also, Gabbro is an incredibly grounding stone that allows us to channel the energy of the Earth to create a protective energetic shield. Because Indigo Gabbro has such a swift and powerful influence on the deepest parts of our Soul, it also provides this protection to ensure we are not influenced, attacked or lost during our meditations, rituals, dreams, and altered states of consciousness. Grid Gabbro around your home if you are feeling there are negative or unwanted spirits that may be attracted by the amount of energy work done in your home or ritual space.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Indigo Gabbro

Said to assist with “hot flashes” and inflammations in the body. Good to bring down the swelling in sprained ankles and reduce bruising.

Indigo Gabbro / Mystic Merlinite Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Gabbro in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine yourself surrounded by a dark, iridescent energy. Repeat this mantra, “I am Grounded. I am Protected. I am ready to Open up to the Expanse of Wisdom in the Universe.” Alternately, hold a Gabbro mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Crystal Wisdom Turquoise Benefits
Properties, Sagittarius, Throat

Turquoise Spiritual Properties: Stone of Purification

Shannon Marie

Turquoise – (Throat Chakra) – (Zodiac of Sagittarius, Pisces & Scorpio)

Turquoise is really the first gemstone I recognized as really popular. When I was growing up, Turquoise jewelry was very sought after and I saw it everywhere. Mostly there was a Southwestern theme to it, but I saw pendants, rings, earrings, belt buckles, and just everything. It’s a fascinating blue color and getting more and more scarce as the mines are getting depleted. The popularity of turquoise in the past really affected its availability now. Find out the Turquoise spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Turquoise

Turquoise is a copper aluminum phosphate that is mined in a few places in the world. Genuine Turquoise is mined primarily is New Mexico, Arizona (USA), Tibet, and Iran. It is found a few other places, but these are the most common. The name Turquoise came from the phrase “Turkish stone” because the trade route to Europe passed through Turkey.

**Warning!** Make sure you are purchasing Turquoise from a reputable dealer!! Many sellers dye white stones blue, especially Howlite and Magnesite, and call it Turquoise. There is also a myriad of “pressed” Turquoise available. This is when smaller turquoise bits are hydraulically pressed with metals and stabilized to make a new, larger piece of turquoise.

Historical Significance of Turquoise

Turquoise has an ancient history as being a protective talisman against harm and disease. It has been found in tombs in Ancient Egypt and Greece. Egypt actually depleted their Turquoise mine in 2000 B.C. Hildegard von Bingen, a famous prophet born in 1098 A.D., used it in her healing practices.

Metaphysical Attributes of Turquoise

Turquoise connects Heaven and Earth. It serves as a conduit between spirit and body, so we can access Universal and Inner Wisdom. It is often used in Native American rituals to engage the Spirits in the ceremony (such as rain dances). As a stone of the Throat Chakra, it encourages open, honest communication and authenticity. Turquoise is all about opening up to the Higher Awareness and finding your own Truth. It also releases outdated karmic promises that are no longer serving you and acting as a barriers to spiritual awakening and progress on our paths.

This stone has also been used as a protection talisman. It was said to change color if impending danger is near. It would change color if a lover was unfaithful. Turquoise also protects against electronic pollution and EMF. Turquoise spiritual properties are often used for protection during rituals, ceremonies, astral travel and vision quests. It would protect the physical body from harm, ad the spiritual body from psychic or Spirit attacks. This stone was also used in history to protect people and property against accidents.

Turquoise is a powerful healer and cleanser. It was used throughout ancient times as a mechanism to heal a variety of illness. It purifies our energies, aligns chakras, and cleanses negativity from the body. This is a wonderful foundation for healing practices for both the physical body and the Soul. This gem brings calm, harmony, and peace of mind. It eases stress, anxiety and depression.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Turquoise

Treatment of throat and lung ailments. Also said to heal cataracts. Reduces ailments caused by stress and anxiety.

Turquoise Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Turquoise in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine a bright blue light shining down on you and on the earth below. This light is the bridge to Higher Learning. Repeat this mantra, “I am Safe. I am Cleansed. I am Ready to Receive Wisdom and Speak Truth.”Alternately, hold a Turquoise mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Crystal Wisdom Nuummite Benefits
Properties, Root, Sagittarius

Nuummite Spiritual Properties: The Magician’s Stone

Shannon Marie

Nuummite – (Root Chakra) – (Zodiac of Sagittarius)

Nuummite is a stone I encountered about ten years ago, and it was pretty rare to find at that time. It’s easier to obtain now, but it can still be fairly pricey. It is definitely a worthy addition to any collection and crystal healing toolkit. I find it a treasure to look at and to meditate with. Find out the Nuummite spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Nuummite

This unusual gemstone one of the oldest gemstones in the World, and is only found in Greenland. Given the weather in Greenland, it can only be mined during the warmer months, so there isn’t a huge amount of this on the market. It is comprised of Anthophyllite and Gedrite. Mostly black in color, the internal crystal structure has a lot of flash in the light. This is a spectacular stone to look at in the sunlight!

Nuummite Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Nuummite

Nuumite is a powerfully protective gemstone. It guards against hostility, psychic attacks, ill-wishes, and spirit oppression. In wand form, this stone is excellent for dissolving blockages, cord cutting, or removing dark attachments from the aura. It is excellent for deep meditation or intense ritual work, as it will create a protective shield around the aura and deflect any external energetic intrusions. It lifts your energy and ensures that personal energy is flowing smoothly and cleanly. Be careful of your intention while using Nuummite, because ill intentions can be deflected back to you.

Nuummite supports deep Inner exploration. This stone helps us to explore our Shadow Self without getting lost in the emotions connected with some of the Shadow qualities. It’s grounding and uplifting at the same time. It is not afraid of exploring the dark, because it is connected to the light. It encourages us to learn from the past and not to repeat previous mistakes. Nuummite helps us identify if we are standing in our own way and helps us discard those limiting beliefs.

This gemstone is a valuable tool for past-life and karmic work. It allows you to identify if a present day issue is being influenced by past-life energy, and helps you to release it. This stone helps us discover the root cause of any guilt, fear and shame that is caused from karmic blockages or shadows. Nuummite then allows us to look deeply into the issue, understand what we need to learn from it, and dissolve it completely, freeing ourselves from the past-life influence.

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Physical Healing Benefits of of Nuummite

Nuummite boosts energy and lifts the Spirit. Said to relieve stress and insomnia.

Nuummite Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Nuummite in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine yourself surrounded by a large, sturdy mountain. You are warmed by the heat within the mountain. Repeat this mantra, “I am Safe. I am in the Light. I am willing to look into the Shadow and discover what I need to Release and Grow.” Alternately, hold a Nuummite mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Crystal Wisdom Obsidian Benefits
Properties, Root, Sagittarius, Scorpio

Black Obsidian Spiritual Properties: Stone of Protection

Shannon Marie

Black Obsidian – (Root Chakra) – (Zodiac of Scorpio & Sagittarius)

Obsidian is a smooth, sharp and deep black stone and I can feel its power the instant I pick up the stone. This is a gemstone I reserve for when I need to get in touch with my True North and seek unfiltered guidance. It will keep you grounded and safe, but it also doesn’t sugar coat the message you need to receive. Find out the Obsidian spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Obsidian

Obsidian is unique in its creation and healing properties. Obsidian is a form of volcanic glass created when molten lava cools very quickly. There are many varieties of Obsidian (Snowflake, Mahogany, Rainbow, Gold and Silver-sheen, as well as a variety of colors), but this article is focusing primarily on Black Obsidian.

Historical Significance of Obsidian

This gemstone can be shaved down to create an incredibly sharp edge; therefore, ancient cultures used to use Obsidian to craft arrowheads and knives. It was used often in Native American, Aztec, and Mayan rituals. Its power was thought to channel the essence of Magic and enhance rituals. It was also used to assist with divination and Spirit Quests to ascertain the future.

Obsidian Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Obsidian

This stone, this volcanic glass, is an incredibly powerful protector. Remember, this was used to make knives, used for physical protection, and it retains that energetically as well. Obsidian spiritual properties create a shield of protection around your aura and energetic body. It provides protection again psychic attack or negative entities in your home. It provides a strong, grounding energetic connection to the Earth, and the vast Earth power helps to guard you during difficult times. This is an excellent stone to keep with you if you work or live in a toxic environment. It will prevent negativity from clinging to you, influencing you, and bringing you down.

Obsidian is a stone that exposes the truth and tears down barriers. It works quickly and powerfully, so should be used with care and guidance. This gemstone does not allow us to hide from issues, behaviors, or people that have been holding us back. We see straight to those hidden issues and the root of the problem. In conjunction, Obsidian is very useful for cutting ties, or cords, to unhealthy attachments. If you are working with a very great trauma, please make sure to consult a professional for support, as Obsidian is ruthless in bringing issues to the surface. Use Apache Tear for a gentler form of this healing energy.

Obsidian has often been used for ritual magic, scrying, and divination. Its mirror-like reflection makes it a spectacular scrying tool. Obsidian spiritual properties connects us swiftly to our personal power and intentions to strength and amplify our personal rituals and energetic practices. This stone continues to protect during deep, trance meditations or channeling.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Obsidian

This is a stone that is said to help reduce pain. Obsidian’s power of insight helps us to realize the root cause of illness and work toward correcting the imbalances that have caused illness.

Obsidian Mantra Practice

Sit in a seated meditation position, holding the Obsidian in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine yourself surrounded by a large, sturdy mountain. You are warmed by the heat within the mountain. Repeat this mantra, “I am Grounded. I am Protected. I have the Strength to uproot and eliminate that which is Negative in my Life.” Alternately, hold a Obsidian mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Crystal Wisdom Iolite Benefits
Properties, Sagittarius, ThirdEye

Iolite Spiritual Properties: Stone of Intuition

Shannon Marie

Iolite – (Third Eye Chakra) – (Zodiac of Libra, Sagittarius & Taurus)

I own quite a bit of Iolite jewelry because of it’s lovely blue color that rivals any Sapphire. It is also a wonderful aid to meditation and any practice that I am trying to settle, focus, and go within. Find out the Iolite spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Iolite

Iolite is an indigo blue gemstone also known as Cordierite. There are many different qualities of Iolite. Some are facted gemstone quality, while some are more opaque and work better tumbled for meditation use. Very high quality Iolite can be confused with Sapphire. This is a lovely stone to observe in the sunlight as it changes color depending on how the light strikes it. This attribute is known as Pleochroism. Some specimen have a shimmery quality known as Aventurescence.

Historical Significance of Iolite

Ancient Greeks and Romans would use Iolite interchangeably with Sapphire. Native American shamans have used Iolite during vision quests to ensure accurate visions and to not be caught in illusions.

Iolite Spiritual Properties

Metaphysical Attributes of Iolite

This stone stimulates the awakening of visions and intuitive abilities. Iolite helps us to access our own Inner Wisdom during meditation. It enhances dream recall and journeying. This is a wonderful stone for all those who rely heavily on their intuition as it amplifies the messages from within. Contact with this stone strengthens the aura.

Iolite spiritual properties help with acceptance – of life situation, responsibility, status of relationships, and the cause of the roadblocks in life. It helps us to look at our life, and our actions, with objectivity. Combined with enhanced attunement to intuition, this stone helps us make wise decisions that support the Highest Good.

This gemstone also reduces anxiety, depression, stress, and calms the nerves. Iolite enables us to eliminate discord from our life and release what no longer supports us. This helps to free a person from the causes and triggers of addictions.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Iolite

This stone helps resolve hypertension and stress. It is also a filtering stone, so helps to support the functions of the liver.

Iolite Mantra Practice

Sit in seated meditation, holding the Iolite stone in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine yourself surrounded by a bright blue light with golden shimmering edges. Repeat these words. “I am Open. I am Relaxed. I am ready to access Higher Awareness and Truth.” Alternately, hold an Iolite mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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Capricorn, Properties, Root, Sagittarius

Smoky Quartz Spiritual Properties: Stone of Stability

Shannon Marie

Smoky Quartz – (Root Chakra) – (Zodiac of Capricorn & Sagittarius)

This is a gemstone I use if I’m having trouble focusing during meditation. It is mildly grounding, but also uplifting, so it helps me release thought and just be. I find it very soothing to hold and tend to meditate with it when my mood is dark and I feel like releasing those heavy feelings. Find out the Smoky Quartz spiritual properties and how you can benefit from their supportive and healing blessings!

The Science of Smoky Quartz

Smoky Quartz is a sibling to Citrine, Amethyst, and the rest of the Quartz family. This is a dark, but translucent, gemstone, so it has many of the properties of Onyx or Obsidian, but much gentler. The smoky color is caused, not by another mineral as is common, but by gamma rays. Smoky quartz can range from very light grey to fairly dark (as in the picture above).

Historical Significance of Smoky Quartz

This stone was used often as a talisman, and the belief was that the stone would turn darker in the presence of danger. Smoky Quartz was also a stone used for mourning and times of grieving.

Metaphysical Attributes of Smoky Quartz

Smoky Quartz is one of the black stones that are always known for grounding and balancing the Root Chakra. This quartz has a much gentler effect than the pure black stones, so if you are in need of finding your center without feeling weighed down, this is a an excellent choice. Smoky Quartz provides grounding, centering, and a sense of stability. It is excellent for use in meditation is you are finding it hard to focus. It enables you to clear your mind easier, provide that connection to the Earth, while still allowing you to open up to Higher Awareness.

This gemstone is like a gentle, but firm security blanket. It helps to reduce fear, stress, anxiety and depression. Smoky Quartz supports us through all of the difficult emotions. It is a wonderful stone for mourning and grieving. It keeps us grounded as we process our emotions about the loss. This stone also helps to release fear of failure.

Finally, Smoky Quartz is amazing at transmuting negativity into positivity. It allows you to leave behind anything that no longer serves you. If you’re feeling down, frustrated, or spend alot of time in a toxic environment, this gemstone will help to protect you from negative influences and shine a light of hope for you.

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Physical Healing Benefits of Smoky Quartz

Smoky Quartz helps to relief tension and stress, so it is said to reduce blood pressure and hypertension.

Smoky Quartz Mantra Practice

Sit in seated meditation, holding the Smoky Quartz in your less dominant hand to receive its energy.  Really feel the support of the cushion or floor beneath you. You are grounded and supported by the Earth’s energies. Imagine light energy wrapping around your shoulders like a blanket. It comforts and relaxes you. Repeat these words. “I am Grounded. I release Tension. I am ready to work through Challenging Emotions.” Alternately, hold a Smoky Quartz mala and chant this mantra 108 times.

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