Agate:
There are many different types of agate, and each type has slightly different properties. Below is a quick overview of the different types and what they represent:
Blue Laced Agate: Blue Laced Agate promotes communication and creativity. It is a great stone for the throat chakra.
Moss Agate: Moss Agate is great for the green-fingered; it is representative of the element of earth, growth, and helping you find the stability and strong foundations you need to succeed in your endeavours.
Fire Agate: Fire Agate is associated with the element of fire (unsurprisingly). It brings energy, determination, and can help us feel more confident (I have found it especially good in social situations)
Banded Agate: Banded Agate is a stone that can help attract wealth and prosperity. It can also help encourage courage, stability, and balance in our lives.
There are also the different coloured agates, including green, blue, black, and purple. Use these to help enhance areas depending on the colour; for example, green calcite for money, orange calcite for happiness, etc.
There are many different types of agate, and each type has slightly different properties. Below is a quick overview of the different types and what they represent:
Blue Laced Agate: Blue Laced Agate promotes communication and creativity. It is a great stone for the throat chakra.
Moss Agate: Moss Agate is great for the green-fingered; it is representative of the element of earth, growth, and helping you find the stability and strong foundations you need to succeed in your endeavours.
Fire Agate: Fire Agate is associated with the element of fire (unsurprisingly). It brings energy, determination, and can help us feel more confident (I have found it especially good in social situations)
Banded Agate: Banded Agate is a stone that can help attract wealth and prosperity. It can also help encourage courage, stability, and balance in our lives.
There are also the different coloured agates, including green, blue, black, and purple. Use these to help enhance areas depending on the colour; for example, green calcite for money, orange calcite for happiness, etc.
Amber:
Amber is a powerful healer and has been used widely for a number of different purposes. As a natural purifier it draws negativity and illness out from the body and aids in tissue regeneration. It is also said to be great at helping to soothe and heal mental health issues. Whilst the properties of Amber appear to be most rooted in healing, it has also been associated with past life recall and longevity, and is also believed to heighten physical desire, curing impotency, frigidity and fertility issues in women. You can find out more information about the properities of amber here.
Amber is a powerful healer and has been used widely for a number of different purposes. As a natural purifier it draws negativity and illness out from the body and aids in tissue regeneration. It is also said to be great at helping to soothe and heal mental health issues. Whilst the properties of Amber appear to be most rooted in healing, it has also been associated with past life recall and longevity, and is also believed to heighten physical desire, curing impotency, frigidity and fertility issues in women. You can find out more information about the properities of amber here.
Amethyst:
One of the most widely known crystals, amethyst is a good al-rounder. It can aid in meditation and other aspects of your spirituality, it can help calm and soothe, it can protect, help you give up bad habits - take a look here for a lot more information on the properties of amethyst.
One of the most widely known crystals, amethyst is a good al-rounder. It can aid in meditation and other aspects of your spirituality, it can help calm and soothe, it can protect, help you give up bad habits - take a look here for a lot more information on the properties of amethyst.
Ametrine:
Ametrine is one of my absolute favourite crystals! A combination of both amethyst and citrine, these energies unite to create a fascinating stone to work with. It is a stone of balance, both mentally and emotionally, and can help soothe negative emotions and bring peace. It will help not only you to accept yourself as you are, but to let go of prejudice, and let others into your heart. As such, it is a great stone for those who feel disconnected from others, or who maybe struggle to deal with their own emotions. If you feel like you are lacking in confidence, Ametrine can give you the quiet confidence you need.
It encourages action, can help boost your creativity...seriously, there is a lot this stone can do! I have written more about it here, as it is a stone which deserves its own page!
Ametrine is one of my absolute favourite crystals! A combination of both amethyst and citrine, these energies unite to create a fascinating stone to work with. It is a stone of balance, both mentally and emotionally, and can help soothe negative emotions and bring peace. It will help not only you to accept yourself as you are, but to let go of prejudice, and let others into your heart. As such, it is a great stone for those who feel disconnected from others, or who maybe struggle to deal with their own emotions. If you feel like you are lacking in confidence, Ametrine can give you the quiet confidence you need.
It encourages action, can help boost your creativity...seriously, there is a lot this stone can do! I have written more about it here, as it is a stone which deserves its own page!
Angelite:
Angelite is a type of Anhydrite, a soft mineral which will turn into Gypsum if immersed in water, so do not wear this when bathing/swimming, or cleanse angelite by holding it under running water.
Angelite is a stone which can help elevate your consciousness and better help you connect to your higher self. It is said to help in psychic communication, astral travel, and journeying. It is also said to be very useful to those who practice energy healing.
As well as helping you connect to your higher self, it can also help you to speak your truth, encouraging communication and self expression. It can be a great stone to help quell anger, anxiety, and other negative emotions, by replacing them with calming energies. As such, it is a great stone for those who have recently undergone some sort of trauma or have gone through a difficult experience which they may be healing from.
Angelite is a type of Anhydrite, a soft mineral which will turn into Gypsum if immersed in water, so do not wear this when bathing/swimming, or cleanse angelite by holding it under running water.
Angelite is a stone which can help elevate your consciousness and better help you connect to your higher self. It is said to help in psychic communication, astral travel, and journeying. It is also said to be very useful to those who practice energy healing.
As well as helping you connect to your higher self, it can also help you to speak your truth, encouraging communication and self expression. It can be a great stone to help quell anger, anxiety, and other negative emotions, by replacing them with calming energies. As such, it is a great stone for those who have recently undergone some sort of trauma or have gone through a difficult experience which they may be healing from.
Aquamarine:
Aquamarine is a stone associated with the sea. It is said that it was used sailors to bring them luck, fearlessness, and protection, and was a treasure of the mermaids.
It has a calming presence, and can sooth and bring tranquility. It also inspires truth and trust, and was considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness.
Aquamarine is a great stone for helping you to let go of negative habits, emotions, etc., which will allow you to move on from whatever is holding you back.
It can be used for scrying, and also acts as a metaphorical mirror, allowing us to reflect on the world and discover its hidden meanings. As such, it is said to be a great stone for meditation and shadow work.
Aquamarine is a stone associated with the sea. It is said that it was used sailors to bring them luck, fearlessness, and protection, and was a treasure of the mermaids.
It has a calming presence, and can sooth and bring tranquility. It also inspires truth and trust, and was considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness.
Aquamarine is a great stone for helping you to let go of negative habits, emotions, etc., which will allow you to move on from whatever is holding you back.
It can be used for scrying, and also acts as a metaphorical mirror, allowing us to reflect on the world and discover its hidden meanings. As such, it is said to be a great stone for meditation and shadow work.
Aventurine:
Aventurine is a form of quartz which is mainly green in colour, but can also be orange, blue, yellow, or grey (my piece of blue aventurine is one of my favourite crystals). Its name is taken from the work 'aventurescence', thanks to the 'glittery' effect that tiny particles of reflective mineral that are contained in the stone which is of itself a less reflective whole.
Aventurine is a stone of creativity and imagination, and can help us when we feel that life has got too 'mundane'.
It is seen as a stone of luck, in a sense that it is great for helping you remove negativity. Aventurine can help you see the positives, view the 'bigger picture', and help you feel motivated to take the opportunities that are presented to you.
In the same vein, it is also said to be a stone of wealth and abundance. Again, by helping you remove negativity and feel more upbeat and confident, it can help you develop an attitude and outlook from which things are drawn to you.
It is often associated with the heart chakra, and can help us feel more intune with emotions such as empathy and compassion, and again improve our outlook on life.
Aventurine is a form of quartz which is mainly green in colour, but can also be orange, blue, yellow, or grey (my piece of blue aventurine is one of my favourite crystals). Its name is taken from the work 'aventurescence', thanks to the 'glittery' effect that tiny particles of reflective mineral that are contained in the stone which is of itself a less reflective whole.
Aventurine is a stone of creativity and imagination, and can help us when we feel that life has got too 'mundane'.
It is seen as a stone of luck, in a sense that it is great for helping you remove negativity. Aventurine can help you see the positives, view the 'bigger picture', and help you feel motivated to take the opportunities that are presented to you.
In the same vein, it is also said to be a stone of wealth and abundance. Again, by helping you remove negativity and feel more upbeat and confident, it can help you develop an attitude and outlook from which things are drawn to you.
It is often associated with the heart chakra, and can help us feel more intune with emotions such as empathy and compassion, and again improve our outlook on life.
Bloodstone:
Bloodstone is great at helping you remove negative thoughts and emotions from yourself. If you are the type of person to hold a grudge, take criticism personally, feel jealousy or anger, or are experiencing the emotions that come with unrequited love, Bloodstone will be able to help you remove them and view situations more objectively. Purification is often associated with Bloodstone, and I find this especially true when it comes to purifying negativity from within you.
There are many different myths surrounding Bloodstone. One is that it was formed at the crucifiction of Jesus, when his blood fell onto the green earth and turned to stone. Another tells us how the blood which flowed from his fatal spear would fell upon a piece of green jasper lying at he foot of the cross, and from this Bloodstone was formed.
In Ancient Greece, it was believed that just looking at a piece of Bloodstone could heal any eye affliction. It was associated with the sun, and warriors often used it to bring protection and courage. In fact, Bloodstone had many different properties; as well as healing wounds, tumors, and eye troubles, it was also said to bring fame, fortune, riches, secure victory in battle (legal battles as well as physical battles), and could even avert lightening.
It is quite a 'practical' stone. It can help you dispel confusion and improve decision making, and helps us think and act in the present moment.
Bloodstone is also associated with personal power. It can help you to feel more confident, more courageous, and can bolster your self esteem. A stone of abundance and good fortune, it can help you persevere when things look bleak, and encourages a selfless and alturistic attitude.
As you may have guessed from the name, Bloodstone is said to be especially good at helping to heal and manage any illness that affects the blood. It can symbolise health and long life.
Bloodstone is great at helping you remove negative thoughts and emotions from yourself. If you are the type of person to hold a grudge, take criticism personally, feel jealousy or anger, or are experiencing the emotions that come with unrequited love, Bloodstone will be able to help you remove them and view situations more objectively. Purification is often associated with Bloodstone, and I find this especially true when it comes to purifying negativity from within you.
There are many different myths surrounding Bloodstone. One is that it was formed at the crucifiction of Jesus, when his blood fell onto the green earth and turned to stone. Another tells us how the blood which flowed from his fatal spear would fell upon a piece of green jasper lying at he foot of the cross, and from this Bloodstone was formed.
In Ancient Greece, it was believed that just looking at a piece of Bloodstone could heal any eye affliction. It was associated with the sun, and warriors often used it to bring protection and courage. In fact, Bloodstone had many different properties; as well as healing wounds, tumors, and eye troubles, it was also said to bring fame, fortune, riches, secure victory in battle (legal battles as well as physical battles), and could even avert lightening.
It is quite a 'practical' stone. It can help you dispel confusion and improve decision making, and helps us think and act in the present moment.
Bloodstone is also associated with personal power. It can help you to feel more confident, more courageous, and can bolster your self esteem. A stone of abundance and good fortune, it can help you persevere when things look bleak, and encourages a selfless and alturistic attitude.
As you may have guessed from the name, Bloodstone is said to be especially good at helping to heal and manage any illness that affects the blood. It can symbolise health and long life.
Carnelian:
Carnelian is a positive stone that can help us when we lack motivation. It dispels apathy and promotes courage, which can help us motivate us towards success and guide us in making good life choices. It is a great stone to help you break free from negative patterns and work towards something better. It helps sharpen the mind, improving our analytical skills.
It is said that ancient warriors wore carnelian for courage and physical power in battle. The Ancient Egyptians called carnelian 'the setting sun', and ascribed feminine properties to it.
Carnelian brings us warmth, and joy, and can be a great companion if you are the sort who finds yourself in social situations that you just don't have the energy for. It is also associated with endurance and leadership, but I have found that even then it brings the sort of energy that enourages you to be a very 'people centric' leader - the type who connects and supports others first and foremost to get the best out of them.
Whilst I have always felt that the energy of carnelian sways more towards the masculine side, it is said to be good for women who experience fertility or menstrual issues. It's strong, bright colouring is said to make it a great stone to wear to increase passion, love, and desire.
Carnelian is a positive stone that can help us when we lack motivation. It dispels apathy and promotes courage, which can help us motivate us towards success and guide us in making good life choices. It is a great stone to help you break free from negative patterns and work towards something better. It helps sharpen the mind, improving our analytical skills.
It is said that ancient warriors wore carnelian for courage and physical power in battle. The Ancient Egyptians called carnelian 'the setting sun', and ascribed feminine properties to it.
Carnelian brings us warmth, and joy, and can be a great companion if you are the sort who finds yourself in social situations that you just don't have the energy for. It is also associated with endurance and leadership, but I have found that even then it brings the sort of energy that enourages you to be a very 'people centric' leader - the type who connects and supports others first and foremost to get the best out of them.
Whilst I have always felt that the energy of carnelian sways more towards the masculine side, it is said to be good for women who experience fertility or menstrual issues. It's strong, bright colouring is said to make it a great stone to wear to increase passion, love, and desire.
Calcite:
Calcite, like clear quartz, can help amplify energies, and so is great to use with other crystals to enhance their abilities. It can help cleanse and remove stagnent energies, especially from physical spaces.
It is said that calcite helps connect the motions and the intellect, and can bring about balance. It is a stone that energises the self, and can help bring you motivation to make changes, and commit to those changes.
The word Calcite comes from the Latin word ‘calx’ and the Greek word ‘chalix’, which means lime. Limestone is often formed from an accumulation of coral, shell, and other organic debris - it soaks it all up like a sponge. Not only is calcite great for soaking up negative energies, but it can also help you if you need mentally 'soak up' information, such as when studying for an exam or learning a new task.
Like agate, calcite can come in many different colours, not just clear. Use these to help enhance areas depending on the colour; for example, green calcite for money, orange calcite for happiness, etc.
Calcite, like clear quartz, can help amplify energies, and so is great to use with other crystals to enhance their abilities. It can help cleanse and remove stagnent energies, especially from physical spaces.
It is said that calcite helps connect the motions and the intellect, and can bring about balance. It is a stone that energises the self, and can help bring you motivation to make changes, and commit to those changes.
The word Calcite comes from the Latin word ‘calx’ and the Greek word ‘chalix’, which means lime. Limestone is often formed from an accumulation of coral, shell, and other organic debris - it soaks it all up like a sponge. Not only is calcite great for soaking up negative energies, but it can also help you if you need mentally 'soak up' information, such as when studying for an exam or learning a new task.
Like agate, calcite can come in many different colours, not just clear. Use these to help enhance areas depending on the colour; for example, green calcite for money, orange calcite for happiness, etc.
Citrine:
I have found that citrine is a stone that I end up using quite often! It has a subtle but effective energy that makes it great for using in long stints. It brings a quite motivation that is great for when you have a large task ahead that you really can't be bothered with (such as packing to move house).
It's yellow colour brings a sunny disposition, which like carnelian, makes it a great stone for those who find themselves in social situations. It is a great emotional balancer, and can help release fears and negative emotions. I have also found that it is great for helping you move past the 'ego' and work on helping others, and the world around you, with positivity and compassion.
Citrine can help revitalise the mind, and help you find your creative expression. It stregthens the imagination and can help you manifest your dreams into reality.
Citrine is also said to be a stone of abundance, and great for encouraging wealth, improving business, and generally helping in any career-based endeavour.
I have found that citrine is a stone that I end up using quite often! It has a subtle but effective energy that makes it great for using in long stints. It brings a quite motivation that is great for when you have a large task ahead that you really can't be bothered with (such as packing to move house).
It's yellow colour brings a sunny disposition, which like carnelian, makes it a great stone for those who find themselves in social situations. It is a great emotional balancer, and can help release fears and negative emotions. I have also found that it is great for helping you move past the 'ego' and work on helping others, and the world around you, with positivity and compassion.
Citrine can help revitalise the mind, and help you find your creative expression. It stregthens the imagination and can help you manifest your dreams into reality.
Citrine is also said to be a stone of abundance, and great for encouraging wealth, improving business, and generally helping in any career-based endeavour.
