Stone of the Month
Prepared by Maria Favocci.
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Pietersite
April 2017
The Stone of the Month for April is Pietersite. This beautiful stone is associated with the storm element and is therefore referred to as the Tempest Stone. It is a fairly recent discovery, and is a high vibration stone said to link the spiritual with everyday consciousness.
Pietersite has the ability to ground you to the etheric body and is useful in spiritual journeying. It is a stone of creative visualization and can access heightened awareness especially during moving mediatations such as Tai Chi.
Meditating with Pietersite can facilitate a deep meditative state, even to the point of trances and out of body experiences. The energies of this stone can clear blockages which allows for greater progress in your spiritual life. Healers commonly use Pietersite in energy work due to its ability to stimulate the Pineal gland which enhances intuition.
Pietersite activates and balances the Third Eye and Solar Plexus Chakras. It links you to the source of your inner guidance and can help move you towards specific spiritual goals. It may be useful in bringing past life issues to the surface so that they can be released. It can assist in processing suppressed feelings. Creative types will find more self-confidence in themselves and their abilities when wearing or carrying Pietersite for any length of time. Pietersite can help one to find creative solutions to problems.
Pietersite is a powerful protection stone. It calms nervous people and animals during storms, protects when driving in bad weather, and guards homes and businesses against storm damage. It also acts as a shield against the adverse effects of technology.
Physically, Pietersite can assist with such issues as exhaustion, confusion, headaches and all types of breathing difficulties.It is helpful in balancing hormones and the endocrine system and it promotes absorption of nutrients from the gut.
Pietersite is a variety of Quartz, composed naturally of Tiger's Eye, Hawk's Eye and Jasper. It is mottled, iridescent and golden-brown to gray blue. It is easily obtained from South Africa and Namibia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© April 2017 Maria Favocci
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Desert Rose
March 2017
The Stone of the Month for March is Desert Rose. Also known as Sand Rose, Selenite Rose or Gypsum Rose, Desert Rose is a variety of gypsum/Selenite that forms when sand particles become embedded in it, forming rosette-like concretions. They are found in arid, desert regions, hence their name.
In ancient myth, it is said that theses stones were carved by Native American warriors who returned from the spirit world, and thus, Desert Roses are said to contain a spirit guardian; each one being different. Because of this, they are useful as protective talismans and can increase self-confidence and self-worth. Those that are timid or shy can benefit from a Desert Rose.
Carrying the generic properties of Selenite, Desert Rose has its own energies as well as those of Selenite in general. It has a high vibration and it is a stone of the mind as well as an angelic stone. It is said to bring mental ability and clarity, as well as perception of all kinds, including intuitive perception. Desert rose is used in crystal healing to quiet worries and still the mind from distractions and disruptions.
Metaphysically, Desert Rose is used to dissolve self-imposed belief systems that are outdated or over-used. It releases these beliefs and assists in finding an appropriate replacement. It it is helpful for strength in meditation and affirmation. Use Desert Rose to increase creativity and if you suffer from phobias, especially claustrophobia, keep a Desert Rose handy for its calming effects. It can help one to deal with grief and to let go of those things/emotions that have been keeping you from living your best life.
Physically, Desert Rose can help with bone structure and osteoporosis, chronic fatigue and may promote flexibility.
Desert Rose is easily obtained and may be found in the US, Mexico, Morocco, Russia, Poland Austria Germany, Tunisia, and the Middle east.
PLEASE NOTE: Desert Rose is a soft mineral and should be kept dry. Cleanse/clear your Desert Rose with moonlight or by smudging.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2017 Maria Favocci
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Dumortierite
February 2017
The February Stone of the Month is Dumortierite. Named after the French paleontologist Dumortier, this beautiful stone aids in communication with the angelic realm and spirit guides. It helps one see the purpose of the soul and works with releasing past life issues.
Dumortierite encourages patience with the natural order of the Universe and helps one to accept that the process of manifestation may work more slowly at times. Dumortierite also promotes an understanding of karma and forgiveness, especially self-forgiveness.
Psychologically, Dumortierite brings a feeling of relaxation, calm and harmony, and can be used to reduce stress-related conditions like headaches and tension. This stone increases confidence, courage and stamina. It can diminish stubbornness and can be used to reduce excitability (especially in children).
Mentally, Dumortierite enhances organizational abilities, self-discipline and orderliness. It promotes clarity and focus while effectively supporting communication. Resonating with the throat chakra, Dumortierite is beneficial for clairaudience and the development of linguistic capabilities. It is a useful stone for those who deal with crisis and trauma.
Physically, Dumortierite is good for the ligaments and tendons. It helps those with wasting disorders, epilepsy, headaches, nausea, cramping and palpitations.
Dumortierite is an opaque blue or blue-gray stone with iridescent flashes. . It is easily obtained and is commonly found in the USA, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Canada and France.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2017 Maria Favocci
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Petrified Wood
January 2017
The Stone of the Month for January is Petrified Wood. This stone is wood that has been covered with fine silicon sediment after the death of the organic material. This process allows all the form of the wood to be preserved.
A magnificent grounding stone, Petrified Wood is full of Earth energy and resonates with the Root Chakra. It is useful in gaining wisdom and helps one to recognize lessons from past life issues. It is a useful stone for those studying ancient civilizations. Petrified Wood can help to channel and communicate with all kinds of nature and earth energies.
Petrified Wood teaches patience and gives insight into how to allow life to evolve in perfection. Working with its grounding energies can encourage one to live life as a spiritual being within this physical realm. Many people like to use Petrified Wood to help connect with the energies of the Earth. It is a great way for city dwellers to keep in touch with the vibrations of nature. Carry Petrified Wood with you when you feel disconnected from Nature. Petrified Wood encourages people to respect and look after their environment.
Psychologically, Petrified Wood is good for grounding and stabilizing one's emotions. It is particularly useful in calming survival-based fears and helps one be practical. It is also a stone of business success. Petrified wood is a great stone for general protection.
Physically, Petrified Wood is used for healing the bones, skin and hair. It also helps with any issues associated with age, such as Alzheimer's, osteoporosis, and arthritis.
Petrified Wood is an opaque stone that comes is brown, gray, red and yellow. It is easily obtained and is commonly found in Bolivia and Australia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© January 2017 Maria Favocci
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Azurite
December 2016
Azurite is the Stone of the Month for December. Named from azure, meaning "blue", this beautiful stone is a deep blue mineral produced by weathering of copper ore deposits. A powerful healing stone that balances mind and body, Azurite amplifies energy flow through the nervous system due to its high copper content.
Azurite resonates within the higher chakras, and may raise consciousness to a higher level. It enhances psychic and intuitive development, especially when placed on the Third Eye. It stimulates and balances the Crown and Third Eye chakras and is useful for channeling, meditation and enables journeys out of the body. Like most blue stones, Azurite also resonates within the Throat chakra. It can be used to strengthen clear and effective communication.
Azurite can expand the mind and will bring about different perspectives and clear understanding of situations. It fortifies the memory and helps one to release old belief systems. It is an excellent stone to use for creativity. Emotionally, Azurite is very calming and can bring about inner peace. It clears away stress, worry and grief and helps to transmute fears and phobias and brings realization to the roots of the issues.
Physically, Azurite treats throat issues, aligns the spine and is useful for arthritis and joint pain. It helps gallbladder, kidney and liver problems. It treats the bones and spleen and aids in detoxification.
Azurite consists of deep blue, shiny crystals. It is easily obtained and often found in combination with Malachite. It can be found in the U. S., France, Chile, Peru, Australia, Egypt, China, Russia and Morocco.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© December 2016 Maria Favocci
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Lithium Quartz
November 2016
The Lithium can be seen as a pink to mauve phantom within the quartz and it is the presence of the Lithium that makes this Quartz Crystal so special.
The Lithium contained in Lithium Quartz is a pure form of the same mineral used in antidepressant medication. The combination of Lithium with Clear Quartz amplifies the antidepressant properties. It works by gently lifting the conditions underlying the depression to the surface and neutralizes ancient anger and grief. It may reach back into past lives to dissolve the roots of emotional issues that are present in the current lifetime.
Lithium Quartz is a calming stone that brings peace and eases emotional stress. It balances the brain and emotions and is a wonderful stone to use for insomnia, anxiety and panic disorders. It may also be useful in comforting the bereaved and/or dying because it brings awareness to the fact that death is part of the life cycle.
Lithium Quartz is an activator and cleanser of all the chakras. It especially works to open and heal the Heart Chakra, and it works with the Third Eye Chakra to create powerful meditations. This crystal will purify water, give off a spiral ray of golden energy and it is said to resonate with every note on the musical scale. It is extremely useful as a healer for plants and animals.
Physically, this stone acts as a master healer for the whole body. It balances life force energy and cleans and enhances the organs bringing the whole body into balance.
Lithium Quartz is naturally coated with lilac to reddish purple spots or inclusions. It is readily available and is mostly concentrated in Brazil.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© November 2016 Maria Favocci
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Dendritic Agate
October 2016
October's Stone of the Month is Dendritic Agate. In addition to carrying the generic properties of agate such as grounding and stability, Dendritic Agate is known as the stone of plentitude. It can bring fullness and abundance to all areas of life including business and agriculture. This is a great stone to use to enhance crop yield and to grow houseplants.
Dendritic Agate protects and overcomes geopathic stress. It creates a deep connection to the earth and may enhance communication with the plant kingdom. This crystal brings about inner and outer peace in a slow and gentle way and it takes time to become fully effective. It helps you to live in the moment and brings stability to the energy field.
Psychologically, Dendritic Agate brings about balance within the mind and body and helps you to remain centered even amid times of strife and confusion. It encourages perseverance and may help you to recognize and use difficulties as a challenge.
Spiritually, Dendritic Agate aligns and opens the chakras. It brings a higher vibration to the aura and encourages you to stay connected to your roots as you grow spiritually.
Physically, this stone brings healing to the blood vessels, nerves and skeletal system. It can reverse capillary degradation and help neuralgia. You can place this stone on the appropriate part of the body and wear for long periods of time for maximum benefit.
Dendritic Agate is a clear, brown to green stone that is transparent with fern-like markings. It is readily available from the US, Czech Republic, India, Iceland, Brazil and Morocco.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© October 2016 Maria Favocci
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Cinnabar
September 2016
The Stone of the Month for September is attractive Cinnabar. Derived from the Persian word for dragon's blood, Cinnabar was the alchemists' stone since it contained mercury and was thought it could be transmuted into gold.
Useful for releasing energy blockages, Cinnabar can also help to align all the chakras. It is a stone of transformation of the Higher Self. It has powerful metaphysical properties within the third eye chakra, and this strong vibration may create the conditions required to aid your life to progress in alignment with Divine Will.
Cinnabar is a stone of abundance and attracts wealth. It may increase persuasiveness and assertiveness in selling without inciting aggression. It is a useful stone for organization and community work, finance and business.
Psychologically, Cinnabar helps to enhance your persona and create personal power and dignity. It brings clarity to the mind and fluency to speech.
Physically, Cinnabar heals and purifies the blood. It increases vitality, strength and flexibility. It may also help with fertility and is good for stabilizing weight. Cinnabar is toxic since it contains mercury, so no elixirs should be made with it.
Cinnabar is a small crystalline or granular mass on matrix. It is usually red, brown-red, or gray. This stone may be found in China, US, Spain, Australia, Mexico and Russia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© September 2016 Maria Favocci
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Alexandrite
August 2016
Alexandrite is the Stone of the Month for August. This captivating stone is one of the birthstones for those born in the calendar month of June. It is named after Czar Alexander II of Russia since it was found on his 21st birthday in 1830.
Alexandrite is a symbol for royal power and is a useful stone for guarding and purifying. It balances male and female energies and can help in perception of emotions. This stone displays 2 colors at once and is therefore said to allow one to see both sides of a story. It can help provide an objective viewpoint that links the intuitive mind with the rational mind.
A stone of longevity, Alexandrite assists in the process of rebirth and can bring about inner transformation. It can bring luck in matters of the heart and may also enhance dreaming.
Psychologically, Alexandrite helps one to find joy in life and listen to your inner voice. It intensifies willpower and increases self confidence and self worth. It balances out the mood and enhances creativity.
Physically, Alexandrite helps with tissue regeneration. It is good for the nervous system, the pineal and pituitary glands, spleen, pancreas and liver. It may also help to decrease tension in the neck muscles and can support the male reproductive system.
Alexandrite is a variety of chrysoberyl that looks red under artificial light. It is gritty and opaque, but transparent when faceted. It is a rare stone and may be found in the US, Russia, Brazil, China, Australia, Switzerland, Czech Republic, France and Norway.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© August 2016 Maria Favocci
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Sardonyx
July 2016
Powerful Sardonyx is the Stone of the Month for July. A stone of protection and strength, Sardonyx is useful for enhancing willpower and self-control. It promotes integrity and helps one on the journey to finding meaningful existence.
Sardonyx has traditionally been known for bringing about lasting harmony in relationships and partnerships. It creates happiness and stability in marriage. It is also great for socializing and can attract friends and good fortune.
Highly protective, Sardonyx can be gridded around the house to prevent crime and misfortune (A stone can be placed at each corner and near doors and windows). Also protective to the body, this stone can be placed anywhere, especially laid on the stomach.
Psychologically, Sardonyx is useful in increasing stamina and vigor while alleviating depression. Mentally, it helps one to overcome indecision and hesitancy and can aid in processing information.
Physically, Sardonyx can regulate fluids and cell metabolism. It enhances absorption of nutrients and the elimination of toxins. It is helpful for the lungs and bones and can re-sensitize the sensory organs. It is good for the immune system and spleen.
Sardonyx is a variety of onyx that contains carnelian. It is banded, opaque and may be black, red, brown or clear. It is easily obtained and can be found in Asia Minor, Brazil, India and Russia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© July 2016 Maria Favocci
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Pearl
June 2016
June's Stone of the Month is Pearl. Pearls are formed in shellfish (mostly oysters and mussels) as a natural defense against irritants such as a piece of sand or grit. The shellfish produces layers upon layers of Aragonite (known as nacre) around the irritant until it gradually builds up to form the solid pearl. This is why pearls are considered to be gems of nurturing and nourishment, as their origin is a result of self-nurturing. It's no surprise that pearls have a centuries-long reputation for their healing properties, especially in traditional Asian medical systems, and is also why pearls have many metaphysical properties akin to crystals.
Pearl is a birthstone for those born in the month of June. Pearls historically symbolize purity, innocence and faith. They are said to increase one's personal integrity and aid in focusing the mind in order to bring about wisdom and spiritual guidance.
Psychologically, Pearls are wonderful for calming and centering. They enhance sincerity and truth, and aid in balancing the emotions and accepting the ebb and flow of life. Pearl has a feminine aspect and is considered very nurturing. They also absorb emotional energy (including negativity), so they must be used with caution.
Physically, Pearl is great for the digestive system. It helps alleviate ulcers, bloating, allergies and bronchitis. Due to its feminine aspect, Pearl is useful for fertility, childbirth and feminine sexual qualities. It also combats headaches, hypertension and exhaustion.
Pearls are commonly found in the warm waters off of China, Japan, and the South Pacific. They have a characteristic iridescent luster and may be white, black, gray or yellowish.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© June 2016 Maria Favocci
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Diamond
May 2016
The Stone of the Month for May is glittering Diamond. Dating back to ancient Greece, this crystal is a symbol of purity and love, and is said to enhance the love of a husband for his wife. Diamond bonds relationships, brings clarity and love into partnerships, and is considered to be a sign of commitment and fidelity.
Diamond's pure white light pinpoints anything that needs transformation. It works to bring your life into balance, and is an amplifier of energy, both good and bad. Diamond is one of the few stones that never needs recharging and it is very effective when used with other crystals for healing, as it amplifies their power as well. Diamond is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of April.
Psychologically, Diamond is helpful in clearing mental and emotional pain. It imparts fearlessness and fortitude, and helps to enhance creativity and imagination. It also allows one's true soul to shine through. Mentally, Diamond joins the intellect with the higher self and brings about clarity of mind.
Physically, Diamond is wonderful for the sight, especially those with glaucoma. It is good for the brain, cartilage, metabolism, allergies, chronic conditions and muscle sprains.
Diamond has been a symbol of wealth for centuries, and is one of the stones that attract abundance. The larger the diamond the more abundance there is. Diamond is also very useful in protection against cell phones and geopathic stress. It has perfect cleavage in 4 directions and is available as clear, white, yellow, brown, pink and blue. It can be found in Africa, Australia, Brazil, India, Russia and the US.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© May 2016 Maria Favocci
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Sapphire
April 2016
April's Stone of the Month is captivating Sapphire. This gem is a form of Corundum, one of the hardest minerals on Earth. Sapphires form in many colors, depending upon the trace metals they contain, and red Corundum is referred to as Ruby. Traditionally, Sapphire was considered an important Vedic healing crystal.
Known as the wisdom stone, Sapphire instills focus and calms the mind. It releases unwanted thoughts and mental tension. This stone can bring about serenity and peace of mind, and is also useful in bringing balance back to the body. It helps to alleviate depression and spiritual confusion. Sapphire is also said to bring about prosperity and attract all kinds of gifts.
Psychologically, Sapphire is good for the fulfillment of ambitions and dreams. It encourages intuition and wisdom, and can help one see the beauty in everything. Blue Sapphire is especially useful with mental clarity and self expression. It helps one speak their truth and stay on a spiritual path. Blue Sapphire also promotes loyalty, fidelity and commitment, making this a wonderful stone for relationships.
Physically, Sapphire can calm overactive body sytems, and can help regulate the glands and hormones. It is beneficial for the thyroid, stomach and heart. Sapphire also has astringent properties.
Sapphire is available in many colors including blue, yellow, green, black and purple. It is bright and transparent when polished. It can be found in Myanmar, Brazil, Czech Republic, India, Kenya, Madagascar and Australia.
Sapphire is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of September.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© April 2016 Maria Favocci
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Prehnite
March 2016
The Stone of the Month for March is serene Prehnite. Also called the “Stone of Prophesy”, Prehnite has traditionally been used by South American shamans to boost psychic abilities, meditation and visualization. This is a wonderful stone to use when working with tarot cards and crystal balls. Prehnite is useful for connecting with the higher self and spiritual beings and can enhance lucid dreaming.
Prehnite is said to “heal the healer”, so this stone is great for those in any type of healing profession. It can revitalize personal energy, and foster inner peace and unconditional love. A useful stone in energy grids, Prehnite brings about a healing sanctuary and protective environment.
Psychologically, Prehnite creates a sense of trust in the universe. It helps one to believe that the universe will manifest whatever is needed, and thus prevents hoarding of both possessions and love. It is also helpful in alleviating fears, phobias and nightmares.
Physically, Prehnite aligns the meridians and is useful in clearing toxins from the body. It works great to heal the kidneys, bladder, thymus gland, and lungs.
Prehnite may be green, yellow, white or brown. It is commonly found in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, India, and Switzerland.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2016 Maria Favocci
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Chrysoprase
February 2016
February's Stone of the Month is Chrysoprase. A member of the Quartz family, Chrysoprase is a rare form of Chalcedony that contains deposits of nickel. In ancient times, this stone has been said to promote love of truth and as such, it brings about personal insight and encourages deep meditative states.
Chrysoprase is a "feel better" stone that clears mental fog, releases emotions,and stimulates creativity. Resonating with the heart chakra, this stone brings about acceptance of oneself and others, and is also useful in promoting compassion and forgiveness. It may also encourage fidelity in both business and personal relationships.
Psychologically, Chrysoprase is calming and helpful in overcoming fear, anxiety, depression and compulsive thought patterns. It aligns ideals with behavior and turns attention to positive events. This stone brings hope into dire situations and is beneficial for breaking negative cycles.
Physically, Chrysoprase increases dexterity and enhances fertility. It aids gout, heart problems and digestive issues. It is also useful for the liver and lungs, and can help cure scurvy.
Chrysoprase ranges in color from apple green to lemon yellow. It is opaque and sometimes flecked (due to the nickel deposits). It is commonly found in the USA, Russia, Brazil, Australia, Poland and Tanzania.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2016 Maria Favocci
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Calcite
January 2016
The Stone of the Month for January is Calcite. This stone is a powerful cleanser of energy. Just having this stone in the room removes all negative energy within the immediate environment. It also removes any stagnant energy in both the physical and subtle bodies. Available in a wide variety of colors, Calcite resonates with all the chakras and can help balance, cleanse and energize them.
Calcite brings about higher awareness and enhances metaphysical abilities. It has the ability to connect the emotions with the intellect, and is useful for mental and emotional healing. Calcite stimulates analysis, boosts memory, combats laziness, and helps one see the bigger picture.
Mentally, Calcite is calming to the mind, and is a great stone to use when teaching or studying. It alleviates stress and has a positive impact on the emotions, which can aid in overcoming setbacks, especially in instances when someone has lost hope.
Physically, Calcite is good for the digestive system, pancreas, and spleen. It helps with bone growth and calcium deficiency. Calcite is wonderful for stimulating the immune system and aids with tissue healing.
Calcite is a translucent, waxy looking stone with the ability to split the light entering the stone into two, so that anything viewed through this stone appears double. It is available in blue, green, clear, yellow, orange, brown, pink grey and red. It can commonly be found in the US, Britain, Belgium, Czech Republic, Peru, Iceland, Romania and Brazil.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© January 2016 Maria Favocci
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Kyanite
December 2015
Kyanite is the Stone of the Month for December. This tranquil stone is a powerful amplifier of high frequency energies and thus can enhance intuition and psychic abilities. An excellent stone for meditation and attunement, Kyanite connects to the spiritual realm, and promotes healing dreams and dream recall.
Kyanite immediately aligns all the chakras and clears any energy blockages. It balances yin/yang and can stabilize the biomagnetic field and restore Qi. Since it does not hold any negative energy, Kyanite is one of the few stones that never needs to be cleaned.
Resonating with the throat chakra, Kyanite enhances communication and encourages one to speak the truth. It cuts through confusion, fear and frustration and allows logical thought and connection to higher vibrations.
Physically, Kyanite is beneficial for singers since it helps to remove hoarseness or any throat/larynx related issues. It is useful for muscular disorders, fevers, thyroid or parathyroid issues, adrenal glands and the brain. This stone may also help relieve pain, lower blood pressure and stimulate healing.
Kyanite is a striated, bladed crystal that may be transparent or opaque. Colors include blue, white, black, gray, green, yellow and pink. It is readily available and may be found in Brazil, Switzerland and Austria.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© December 2015 Maria Favocci
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Septarian
November 2015
Septarian, also known as Dragon Stone, is the Stone of the Month for November. These unique stones are formed as a result of volcanic eruptions, in which dead sea life and sediment were trapped and fossilized in mud balls. These stones are composed of Yellow Calcite, Brown Aragonite, and Grey Limestone. The name Septarian comes from the Latin word septem, (which means seven), because these mud balls had a tendency to crack in seven points in every direction.
Resonating with the lower chakras (root, sacral, solar plexus), Septarian has a wonderful nurturing and grounding effect, which also brings calming and healing energies. A wonderfully protective stone, Septarian provides shielding and grounding of the physical, mental, and emotional bodies. It enhances feelings of well-being, and brings about knowledge of which direction to progress.
Septarian is an extremely useful stone to carry with you if you do public speaking, as it instills confidence and effective communication. It also helps in gaining an audience's attention, and makes each person in the audience feel as if they are being personally addressed.
Physically, Septarian helps to identify and remove blockages in the body. It is good for teeth, bones, muscles and may also support the intestines, kidney and heart. It helps to increase flexibility, and is also useful for seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and skin disorders.
Septarian is easily obtained, and can be found in the USA, Australia, Madagascar, Canada, Spain, England and New Zealand.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© November 2015 Maria Favocci
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Ametrine
October 2015
Powerful Ametrine is the Stone of the Month for October. Combining the properties of Amethyst and Citrine, Ametrine is helpful in connecting the physical realm with higher consciousness. Ametrine is both a very energetic stone (property of Citrine) as well as a peaceful and tranquil stone (property of Amethyst). It balances both the solar plexus and the third eye chakra.
This stone is effective for protection and meditation. It is a powerful healer that can assist in personal transformation while gently bringing hidden issues to the surface. It can enhance mental clarity, inspiration and creativity. A powerful cleanser, Ametrine is useful in removing negativity from the aura, and toxins from the body.
Ametrine aids in blending masculine and feminine energies and brings about harmony. It is useful in enhancing compatibility and acceptance of others, thus overcoming prejudice. Emotionally, Ametrine can release blockages and expectations while promoting optimism.
Physically, Ametrine is a great energizer and blood cleanser. It strengthens the immune system, repairs damage to DNA, and is useful for gastric issues, ulcers, fatigue, lethargy, tension headaches and stress-related disease.
Ametrine is a transparent purple and yellow stone that is readily available worldwide, but is obtained through one mine located in Bolivia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© October 2015 Maria Favocci
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Mookaite Jasper
September 2015
Mookaite (Australian) Jasper is the Stone of the Month for September. A strengthening and protective stone, Mookaite Jasper balances yin and yang energies and brings about stability and unity of the body, mind and spirit. This stone connects the Root, Solar Plexus and Third Eye Chakras to create equilibrium within the body.
All jaspers are supremely nurturing and supportive, and Mookaite Jasper also acts as a companion to the lonely or bereaved person. It brings about calm and courage to face the present circumstances in life, as well as the desire for new experiences. Mookaite assists in revealing all possibilities available to you and assistance in choosing the correct one.
Mookaite Jasper is a useful stone for those making important decisions, as it encourages flexibility and creativity in thinking. It enhances communication, and offers new perceptions and ideas. Meditating with Mookaite Jasper helps to release old patterns that inhibit growth and it assists in transforming ideas into reality.
Emotionally, Mookaite is good for grounding, building self-esteem, and relieving depression. Physically, this stone is good for weight loss, water retention, and the aging process. It aids with stomach and digestive issues, and can purify the blood and enhance the immune system.
Mookaite Jasper is a patterned red and cream variety of Jasper. It is an opaque stone that can commonly be found in Australia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© September 2015 Maria Favocci
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Emerald
August 2015
The Stone of the Month for August is dazzling Emerald. Also known as the "stone of successful love", Emerald is associated with the Heart chakra and helps bring about loyalty and domestic happiness. It fosters friendship, partnership, and unconditional love. It can encourage bonding and successful communication, and is extremely helpful in working with groups.
Emerald raises consciousness and removes negativity. Meditating with Emerald can help to open the heart and connect to Divine Love. This stone enhances psychic abilities, opens clairvoyance, and helps to discern if people are telling the truth. Traditionally, Emerald was said to protect from enchantment, magick, and was used to foretell the future.
Emerald is a life-affirming stone that brings about mental clarity, broadens vision and can enhance memory. It is a stone of recovery and regeneration, and gives one the strength of character to overcome whatever obstacles may be in the way.
Physically, Emerald is superb for conditions of the heart, liver, spine and lungs. It soothes the eyes and improves vision. It may be useful for claustrophobia and detoxing. Traditionally, Emerald was used as an antidote to poisons.
Emerald is a green variety of beryl. Gem quality is expensive, but unpolished emerald is readily available and can be found in India, Zimbabwe, Brazil, Columbia, Tanzania, Egypt and Austria.
Emerald is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of May.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© August 2015 Maria Favocci
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Iolite
July 2015
Iolite is the Stone of the Month for July. This crystal is a stone of vision and enhances inner knowledge. Resonating with the Third Eye and Crown chakras, Iolite enhances spirituality and intuitive insight. This stone gives off an electric charge when it comes in contact with one's aura and it reenergizes the auric field and aligns the chakras. It is useful for dream work and is often used in shamanic ceremonies to assist in journeys out of the body.
Iolite can help to find your true spiritual self, freeing you from the expectations of others. This stone assists in finding the small voice within and discerning it from Ego. Once this small voice is recognized, the spiritual message can then be effectively communicated.
Iolite can be an excellent aid for relationship issues, whether it be friendships, coworkers, parent-child relationships, or love relationships. Iolite encourages taking responsibility for yourself, and can help overcome codependent tendencies in a partnership. By carrying or wearing Iolite, one can become empathetic to the point of view or plight of others. This may help bring understanding to the situation and facilitate resolution of problems.
Physically, Iolite is great for detoxification. It helps remove fatty deposits, regenerates the liver, and aids in weight loss. This stone also helps treat malaria and fever, kills bacteria, alleviates migraines and helps the sinuses.
Iolite is a small translucent stone that may be gray, violet blue or yellow. It can be found in India and the United States.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© July 2015 Maria Favocci
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Moldavite
June 2015
The Stone of the Month for June is powerful Moldavite. Moldavite can only be found in the Czechoslovakian mountain region where a meteorite of enormous size is known to have crashed. This amazing stone was created when the heat of impact metamorphosed the surrounding rocks and fused Earth energy with extraterrestrial energy.
Moldavite is a tektite, and a stone of intense frequency and high vibration. In ancient times it was thought to be a mystical stone and talisman that could bring good luck and fulfillment of wishes. It is considered one of the best stones to use for psychic protection.
A stone of rapid transformation, Moldavite can accelerate one's spiritual path and align all the chakras. It aids in communicating with cosmic messengers and spirit guides as well as the higher self. Due to its extremely high vibration, it's a good idea to use grounding crystals such as black tourmaline or red jasper when meditating with Moldavite to prevent you from feeling spaced-out.
Moldavite is a stone that transcends time, and can help facilitate journeys to other lives and different times. This stone is also helpful for "star children" or sensitive people who find it difficult being in incarnation on Earth. In this instance, Moldavite provides comfort and may help to reveal your spiritual purpose here on Earth.
Physically, Moldavite brings gentle balance to the body and makes one aware of the cause of disease. Sometimes, holding Moldavite may trigger a huge rush of energy throughout the body, so it may be necessary to limit physical contact with this stone until you adapt to its energy.
Moldavite is a rare dark green glassy stone that can be found in the Czech Republic.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© June 2015 Maria Favocci
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Choosing, Cleansing and Programming Crystals
May 2015
Choosing
The crystals you are attracted to may reflect qualities and values you want to bring into your life. You may choose some crystals because of their healing properties, or just the fact that you like them. If a crystal is meant for you, it will find you.
When choosing a crystal for someone else, think about that person or the crystal's purpose, and try to tune in. It's better to choose a crystal in person... hold it, feel it, sense its texture, coldness, vibration. If it feels good, buy it.
If you have an aversion to a crystal, it usually means that you need it. If you work with it, it may help buried issues surface. Pass on a crystal to someone else when you’re done with it.
Cleansing
Crystals absorb energy and vibration from their surroundings. When you get a new crystal, always cleanse it. Also cleanse after wearing, or healing.
You may use salt water or running water to cleanse crystals except for those stones that are soft or dissolve (Selenite, Celestite, Angelite, Malachite).
You may cleanse crystals by smudging with smoke from sage, cedar, or sweetgrass.
Cleanse crystals by laying them on a Quartz cluster or large Carnelian for 12 hours.
Place in moonlight and/or sunlight (amethyst, citrine, and rose quartz fade in direct sunlight. Clear quartz magnifies the sun's rays, so avoid putting it in direct sunlight or it may cause a fire.)
Visualization golden or white light around the crystal.
Bury the crystal in salt or dirt.
Use Reiki to cleanse.
Kyanite, Azeztulite, and Citrine never need cleansing.
Dedicating and Programming
Crystals need to be dedicated and programmed to start working…it focuses energy
Dedicate your crystals to the highest good…picture light around it.
Program crystals by holding them and stating their purpose. If you want the crystal to attract love, be specific as to the type of love. Attune to the vibration.
Wear the crystal or keep it with you. Nobody should touch it. Hold it every once in a while.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
© May 2015 Maria Favocci
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Common Crystal Shapes and Their Meanings
April 2015
Crystals come in a wide variety of shapes...both naturally occurring and manmade. Knowledge of the properties and potential of various crystal shapes allows you to harness their unique energy, and help with their specific uses in healing. Below are some of the most common crystal shapes and their meanings.
Sphere - Emits energy in all directions. Moves energy through time and allows one to see past, present and future. Often used for scrying.
Square - Consolidates energy. Useful for grounding and cementing intentions.
Pyramid - Amplifies and tightly focuses energy through the point. Good for manifestation.
Egg - Good for trapping and shaping energy. Used to balance and remove any blockages in the body.
Point - Used for healing. Point away from the body to draw off energy, point towards the body to bring in energy.
Double Terminated Points - Points at both ends. Used to balance energy flow and absorb negative energy.
Geode - Used for holding and amplifying energy, and then releasing the energy slowly and softly. Good for breaking addictions.
Cluster - Useful for cleansing a room. They radiate energy out, as well as absorbing any negativity.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
© April 2015 Maria Favocci
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Seraphinite
March 2015
The Stone of the Month for March is enchanting Seraphinite. Named after the Seraphim (Angels of the highest order), this high vibration stone is used to establish connections to the angelic realm, and to open the crown and higher crown chakras.
Considered a stone of spiritual enlightenment, Seraphinite promotes journeys out of the body while also providing protection. It facilitates self healing, and encourages you to live from the heart, thus allowing you to open up to love.
Seraphinite is a stone of light energy. It works best at a subtle level and working with Seraphinite during meditation can help those who lack purpose to discover their place in the universe. It helps identify changes that need to be made in life in order to bring about peace and fulfillment.
Seraphinite is useful to those suffering from depression. It can also help to remove blockages in the chakras, enhance the aura, and it can bring about beneficial effects to the wearer as well as the person nearby.
Seraphinite is a great crystal to keep in the home, office, or on your person because it can release its protective angelic energies out into the environment.
Physically, Seraphinite activates the spinal cord, releases muscle tension up into the neck, enhances weight loss, relieves chills, and may also help with the delivery and assimilation of vitamins and minerals in the various organs of the body.
Seraphinite is a green opaque stone that contains silvery feathering (angel wings) throughout. It is not very common, and can be found in the US, Russia, Siberia and Germany.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2015 Maria Favocci
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Chrysocolla
February 2015
February's Stone of the Month is captivating Chrysocolla. This beautiful stone is very calming and sustaining, and can help remove any kind of negativity. It is useful in cleansing the aura and is a powerful stone for meditation. Chrysocolla is a great companion through change as it helps you to accept constantly changing situations with serenity.
Chrysocolla helps to realign all the chakras, but is especially useful for the throat and heart chakra. It is a wonderful aid for effective communication, but can also guide you in keeping silent when needed. It also helps you to speak your truth. When working on the heart, this crystal heals heartache, stabilizes relationships, and increases the capacity to love. It brings about peace and the gentle release of negative emotions.
Psychologically, Chrysocolla brings about balance, sensitivity and awareness. It may also enhance confidence, creativity and personal power. This stone is wonderful for cooling the temper, increasing joy and alleviating guilt.
Physically, Chrysocolla is useful for lung problems, digestive disorders, muscle spasms and blood disorders. It helps to re-oxygenate the blood, regulate insulin, and treat arthritis. This is also a useful stone for PMS and menstrual cramps.
Chrysocolla is a blue-green opaque stone that often contains bands or inclusions. It is common, and can be found in the US, Russia, England, Mexico, Chile, Peru and Zaire.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2015 Maria Favocci
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Apache Tears
January 2015
Apache Tear is January's Stone of the Month. An Apache Tear is a variety of Obsidian (volcanic glass) that is translucent when held up to the light. Legend has it that these are the tears that Native American women shed for their loved ones that were lost in a raid. These stones will therefore help you to shed tears, especially repressed ones, and move you forward to absorb and heal the grief and sorrow while releasing old hurts.
Like Obsidian, Apache Tears are excellent for absorbing negative energy and will bring about protection from hostility and psychic vampires. These grounding stones will shield the aura and protect during travel, especially at night. Apache tears are great to give to children who have been traumatized as it enables them to move forward and see promise in the future.
Emotionally, Apache Tears are wonderful for promoting forgiveness (without feelings of bitterness) and providing insight to the source of distress. They help to remove any self-imposed limitations, are good for change and will help stimulate analytical capabilities. They are great for lifting spirits and relieving tension.
Physically, Apache Tears remove toxins from the body, ease muscle spasms, relieve knee pain and help with the absorption of Vitamins C and D.
Apache Tears are small smooth translucent black stones. They are common and can be found in the USA, Mexico and worldwide in volcanic regions.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© January 2015 Maria Favocci
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Picture Jasper
December 2014
The Stone of the Month for December is Picture Jasper. As part of the Jasper family, this stone is said to be nurturing, protective and can absorb and transmute negative energy. It is useful for balancing yin yang, and can effectively align the chakras.
Messages from the past are believed to be contained in the swirling patterns and banding of Picture Jasper. This stone can bring repressed feelings and thoughts to the surface and teach us lessons along the way.
It can give us opportunities to learn from the past so we can move into the future with confidence and courage. This is a wonderful stone to have when starting a new business or seizing a new opportunity as it alleviates fear and brings in comfort.
Picture Jasper is wonderful for creative visualization and it may help to bring your goals and dreams to fruition. This stone is helpful for writer's or artist's blocks. It also makes you see the big picture, and it has a gentle grounding, earthy feel. Picture Jasper can also be useful when traveling to foreign countries because it heightens your awareness and acceptance of other cultures.
Physically, Picture Jasper works effectively in stimulating the immune system. It is great for cleansing the kidneys and good for digestion and circulation. It may help alleviate allergies and skin conditions, and can calm cravings in smoking addictions.
Picture Jasper is a tan or brown variety of chalcedony with some gray and cream markings mixed in. It is commonly found in the USA and South Africa.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© December 2014 Maria Favocci
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Blue Lace Agate
November 2014
November's Stone of the Month is Blue Lace Agate. This gentle stone carries a wonderfully calming energy and is an effective healer that brings about peace of mind. Carrying both grounding and spiritual energies, this crystal allows one to bring spiritual experiences successfully into everyday reality.
Blue Lace Agate resonates with the throat chakra, and helps to create free expression and effective communication. This crystal enhances verbal, as well as written communication, so it is also a fantastic stone for writers. Place a piece of Blue Lace Agate in your pocket when speaking in public or writing an article, and notice the difference!
Blue Lace Agate is a wonderful crystal for emotional stability. It neutralizes feeling of anger, and works effectively to bring balance to the body. This stone nurtures and supports, while also allowing higher energies to come in. It is a useful stone for starting over in any capacity.over in any capacity.
Psychologically, Blue Lace Agate frees up any suppression of feelings and counteracts fear of rejection (which may cause blockage of the throat chakra). This stone then allows the channels of communication to open and flow freely.
Physically, Blue Lace Agate is a powerful throat healer, and can be beneficial for speech problems and stammering. It helps shoulder, neck, thyroid and lymph problems. It is also good for the eyesight, pancreas, skeletal system, and is effective in easing arthritis.
Blue Lace Agate is a pale blue stone with white or darker lines. It is opaque and banded, readily available, and can be found in South Africa, Brazil, USA, India, Morocco, and the Czech Republic.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© November 2014 Maria Favocci
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Jade
October 2014
The Stone of the Month for October is Jade. This stone is considered a sacred stone in the Orient, and is believed to attract friendship and good luck. It is symbolic of purity and wisdom and can bring about harmony and protect the wearer from harm.
Jade is associated with the heart chakra and therefore brings in love and nurturing. It may be useful in dealing with dysfunctional relationships, enhancing confidence, and balancing male/female energy. It helps the wearer by bringing new wisdom into situations and can promote attunement to the feelings of others.
Mentally, Jade helps to release negative thoughts, stimulates ideas, and soothes the mind. It encourages you to become who you really are, and helps you to realize that you are a spiritual being on a human journey.
Jade is also a wonderful stone for enhancing dream work. It brings about insightful dreams and enhances dream recall. Green jade helps connection with the energy of the Earth and the Source. It is considered a stone of abundance and is great to use for manifesting your desires and releasing blockages. It is also helpful with releasing negative emotions that don't serve you anymore.
Physically, Jade removes toxins and treats the kidneys, spleen, hips, and skeletal system. It is also helpful with fertility, childbirth, PMS, and it balances the fluids within the body.
Jade is available in a variety of colors including green, orange, brown, blue, cream, lavender, red and white. It is commonly found in the US, Canada, China, Italy, Russia, and the Middle East.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© October 2014 Maria Favocci
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Apatite
September 2014
Apatite is the Stone of the Month for September. This inspirational stone is known for bringing about a humanitarian attitude and attention to service. It helps to manifest ideas into reality, brings clarity of mind, and is excellent for uncovering the truth when deep study is required.
Resonating with the throat chakra, Blue Apatite is a useful stone for communication and self-expression, and is especially good for those in the teaching fields. This stone is also helpful for hyperactive and autistic children as it encourages social ease and openness.
Also attuned to the third eye chakra, Apatite can create a connection to past lives. It helps to deepen meditation and develop psychic powers. It removes negativity, and deepens spirituality.
Energetically, Blue Apatite brings balance to the body. It eliminates blockages, cleanses the aura, and brings about balance of the chakras and yin yang energy. It can also increase motivation and lift energy reserves.
Despite its name, Apatite actually decreases the appetite. It is a useful stone for healing bones and cartilage and it helps with the formation of new cells. It alleviates arthritis and joint problems, and is healing to the glands, organs and meridians.
Apatite exists in various colors besides blue. Other colors are yellow, green, violet, brown, white, purple, and red-brown. It is mostly opaque, but may be transparent. The blue variety of Apatite is common, and can be found in Norway, Russia, Mexico and the United States.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© September 2014 Maria Favocci
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Dalmatian Stone
August 2014
The Stone of the Month for August is Dalmatian Stone. Also known as Dalmatian Jasper, this grounding stone resonates with the lower chakras, and brings a sense of physicality to our soul. It reminds us that we are spiritual beings here on Earth to experience a human journey.
Dalmatian Stone is a wonderful stone to work with for those who are overly analytical. It helps the over analyzer to ground and get out of the head and into the body. It cleanses the aura and helps to protect one from physical danger and negative energy (due to the black Tourmaline inclusions). Use Dalmatian Stone when you are feeling depressed or lethargic. Its playful energy will restore a sense of fun and childlike wonder- a true pick me up!
Dalmatian Stone is also a stone of service. It can be useful to those in Veterinary fields to calm and soothe animals that are hurt and scared. It is also helpful to children and can be especially supportive with night terrors.
Mentally, Dalmatian Stone harmonizes the emotions and assists in maintaining composure, even under the most difficult circumstances. This stone is useful for reviewing and reflecting on past actions and decisions, and can show us the lessons we have learned from these situations.
Physically, Dalmatian Stone soothes cramps, muscle strains and nerves. It is good for cartilage, yin-yang balance, and physical stamina.
Dalmatian Stone is a spotted white stone with black and brown spots (named after the Dalmatian breed of dog). It is easily obtained and can be found in Mexico.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© August 2014 Maria Favocci
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Peridot
July 2014
July's Stone of the Month is healing Peridot. In ancient times, Peridot was used to keep away evil spirits, and thus is believed to be a powerful protective stone, especially for the aura. Known also as a cleanser, Peridot removes toxins from the subtle and physical bodies, and can also be used to clear out any "old baggage" such as guilt, obsessions, or burdens.
Resonating with the Heart Chakra, Peridot is a useful stone for healers, as it saturates the heart with Universal Love and brings in positive energy which encourages mental, emotional, and spiritual growth. This crystal teaches you to detach from outside influences, and helps guide you by looking to your own higher energies. Peridot shows us that it is counterproductive to hold on to people or to our past.
Peridot can help with issues of insecurity and low self esteem, and may help release unhealthy emotions such as anger, resentment, and jealousy. Its work with the Heart Chakra can improve relationships by assisting with emotional healing.
Mentally, Peridot can sharpen the mind and bring about higher awareness. It helps to break negative behavior patters and banish laziness.
Physically, Peridot is useful as a general physical tonic. It can help ailments of the heart, thymus and lungs. This stone also heals and regenerates tissues, and can aid the digestive system. Its energy balances bipolar disorders and hypochondria.
Peridot is usually opaque or clear olive green, but can also be yellow, red or brown. It is easily obtained and can be found in the USA, Brazil, Egypt, Ireland, the Canary Islands, and Russia.
Peridot is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of August.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© July 2014 Maria Favocci
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Sunstone
June 2014
The Stone of the Month for June is radiant Sunstone. As indicated by its name, Sunstone has a powerful connection to light and the energy of the Sun, and has an iridescent "flash" when it catches the light.
Resonating with the Solar Plexus Chakra, Sunstone increases optimism, enthusiasm, self confidence and personal power. Emotionally, this stone acts as an antidepressant and is effective in lifting dark moods. It also works wonderfully on those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder as it restores happiness, vitality and joyful energy.
Sunstone successfully cleanses the aura, energizes the chakras, and protects against dark and destructive forces. It restores joie de vivre and nurtures the soul allowing your true self to shine through.
Psychologically, Sunstone helps to cut ties with those people who consistently drain your energy. Keep this crystal with you at all times if you have a hard time saying "No", and if you continually make sacrifices for others. Sunstone also effectively removes feelings of co-dependency and is wonderful for encouraging independence and motivation.
Physically, Sunstone brings about strength and energy. It aids sore throats, body aches, stomach ulcers and it stimulates self-healing.
Sunstone is yellow, orange or red-brown and can be transparent or opaque. It is easily obtained and can be found in Canada, USA, India, Norway and Greece.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© June 2014 Maria Favocci
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Sugilite
May 2014
May's Stone of the Month is enchanting Sugilite. This high vibration crystal opens and aligns the chakras, brings about spiritual awareness, and enhances channeling ability.
Sugilite is wonderful for reminding you why you are here on Earth and it assists in fulfilling your karmic purpose. It can help in understanding the "big" questions in life, and it's a great companion for all spiritual quests. It brings light and hope into the darkest situations.
Sugilite is especially useful for those who feel alienated and alone. It assists sensitive people and light workers in adjusting to life on Earth without becoming despondent. This is also a helpful stone to use in group situations as it is said to bring about effective communication and overcome conflict.
Psychologically, Sugilite benefits those with paranoia and schizophrenia, and is an excellent stone for Asperger's and autism because it gently grounds the soul into the present. It helps children with dyslexia and learning difficulties, and reorganizes brain patterns.
Physically, Sugilite is good for whole body healing. It can benefit those with cancer by releasing emotional turmoil and despair. It can relieve headaches, ease epilepsy and motor disturbances, and can help manage pain and discomfort at all levels.
Sugilite is a purple to violet-pink, opaque and lightly banded stone. It is not common and can be found in Japan and South Africa.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© May 2014 Maria Favocci
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Ruby
April 2014
The Stone of the Month for April is dazzling Ruby. This beautiful crystal brings energy, vigor and passion to life. Although it promotes balance, it can be over stimulating in fragile or irritable people. Ruby also initiates motivation and the setting of realistic goals. The bright red color of this crystal resonates with the root chakra, but Ruby also strongly stimulates and balances the heart chakra and guards against leaching of heart energy. It helps to balance the emotions and dissolve any emotional blockages. Ruby may also encourages states of bliss and passion.
Ruby is wonderful for enhancing a positive state of mind. It is useful in removing negative energy and, by stimulating the pineal gland, it can bring about clear visualization and optimistic dreams. This is a highly protective stone and it can effectively provide a shield against "psychic attack".
Known as a stone of abundance, Ruby aids in attracting and retaining wealth. Mentally, Ruby fires up enthusiasm, overcomes exhaustion, and brings about vitality, strength and vigor. It increases concentration and heightened awareness. Also, Ruby is a sociable stone and may attract sexual activity.
Physically, Ruby is good for anemia and other blood disorders. It enhances immunity and strengthens the circulatory system, adrenals, kidneys and reproductive organs.
Ruby is a bright red stone which is transparent when polished but opaque when not. The polished gemstone is expensive. Uncut Ruby is readily available and can be found in India, Madagascar, Russia, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Mexico, Cambodia and Tanzania.
Ruby is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of July.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© April 2014 Maria Favocci
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Onyx
March 2014
Onyx is the Stone of the Month for March. This highly protective stone absorbs negative energy and transforms it into healing energy. It resonates with the Root Chakra, and therefore, is very useful for grounding and stabilizing.
Onyx provides strength and support and can be used during times of high emotional, mental or physical stress. This crystal aids in connecting with the higher self and moving forward to fulfill one's destiny. It offers personal strength and stamina in facing decisions, learning lessons, and banishing old habits. This stone is useful in difficult situations such as ending a relationship that is no longer useful.
Onyx is good for yin/yang balance. It provides stability and balance, and fosters self-control and wise decision making. It can also help in overcoming unnecessary fear and worry.
Onyx has the ability to hold onto memories of the wearer and because of this, is useful in psychometry and past life work. This stone can be used to release old feelings and injuries that may be affecting the present life.
Physically, Onyx is good for the bones and bone marrow, feet, teeth, hearing, and blood disorders.
Onyx is multicolored and can be found in various shades of black, gray, white, blue, brown, yellow, red and orange. It is a banded, marble-like stone and is readily available. It can be found in Italy, Mexico, India, US, Russia, Brazil and South Africa.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2014 Maria Favocci
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Rhodonite
February 2014
The Stone of the Month for February is lovely Rhodonite. This beautiful stone aligns with the heart chakra to even out the emotions while stimulating and healing the heart. This crystal balances yin-yang, encourages the brotherhood of humanity, and eliminates confusion. A valuable "first aid stone", Rhodonite, is highly effective in healing emotional shock and panic in matters of the heart. It is especially useful in cases of abuse and codependency, and can be handy in revealing both sides of an issue.
Rhodonite is a grounding stone which brings about supportive and calming energy in upsetting situations. It promotes love and forgiveness, releases anger and resentment, and helps one deal with issues involving betrayal and/or abandonment. This is also a good stone to use for finding the soul's true purpose and achieving one's highest potential.
Mentally, Rhodonite can release impatience, and is a great stone to carry with you when dealing with annoying people and trying situations. It helps with anxiety and confusion and balances inconsistent behavior.
Physically, Rhodonite is good for the heart and bones. It is a great healer of wounds and insect bites. This stone can also help with autoimmune diseases, arthritis, emphysema, metabolism, detoxification, fertility and hearing.
Rhodonite is a pink or red mottled stone often flecked with black. It is easily obtained, and can be found in Spain, Australia, Madagascar, Sweden, Germany, Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, and the US.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2014 Maria Favocci
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Pyrite (Fools Gold)
January 2014
Pyrite, also known as Iron Pyrite or "Fool's Gold" is the Stone of the Month for January. Coming from the Greek word for "firestone", Pyrite was believed to hold fire in its core. This stone acts as a very effective energy shield by blocking out pollutants and negative energy on all levels. It is a great protector, and is useful for preventing energy leaks and deflecting harm.
Pyrite works with the third, or solar plexus, chakra and effectively brings positive energy and overcomes fatigue. It increases self confidence, and is good for those who have trouble with will power and anxiety. Although this stone is helpful for men who feel inferior, it may be too powerful for "macho" men, and may bring about aggression.
Mentally, Pyrite improves memory, thought processes, and brings about "energy sparks". It increases blood flow to the brain, and enhances recall, intuition and creativity.
Physically, Pyrite increases energy , boosts oxygen flow, and enhances circulation. It is good for bones, cellular formation, DNA repair and gastric issues. It can also strengthen the digestive tract and neutralize toxins.
Pyrite is also known to bring about prosperity. In Feng Shui, Pyrite is one of the best stones to use for attracting wealth and abundance. This stone should be placed in the Wealth and Money area (Southeast section) of your home.
Pyrite is a gold or brownish metallic cubic or clustered crystal. It is readily available, and can be found in Britain, Spain, Peru, USA, Portugal and Chile.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© January 2014 Maria Favocci
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Snowflake Obsidian
December 2013
Snowflake Obsidian is the Stone of the Month for December. This beautiful stone is black obsidian with white lacy inclusions of a mineral called phenocryst. Obsidian is molten lava that had no time to crystallize because it cooled so quickly. Due to this nature, it works extremely fast and with great power. Snowflake Obsidian brings feelings and thought patterns to the surface quickly so that they can be examined.
This crystal is also known as the “stone of purity”, and is helpful in balancing body, mind and spirit. It can help you to recognize and release harmful mental patterns while centering you at the same time. Snowflake Obsidian is a calming and soothing energy that creates receptivity in order to help you release what doesn’t serve you anymore.
This gemstone is a useful aid in meditation. It can also help with past life work and can be helpful in healing old karmic patterns. It teaches you how to value your mistakes, and it shows how isolation and loneliness can be empowering.
Resonating with the sacral and root chakras, Snowflake Obsidian helps to ground and center you while also being in touch with your emotions. It helps to release anger and resentment. Mentally, it can aid in doing mathematical calculations.
Physically, this stone helps the skeletal system, veins, circulation, joint pain, arthritis, bleeding and hardening of the arteries. It is also good for the stomach and sinuses. The elixir is wonderful for the skin and eyes.
Snowflake Obsidian is mottled black and white, shiny, and often small and tumbled. It can be easily obtained and is found worldwide.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© December 2013 Maria Favocci
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Rutilated Quartz
November 2013
Rutilated Quartz is the Stone of the Month for November. This high vibration stone is excellent for enhancing psychic powers such as clairvoyance and telepathy. Rutilated Quartz is actually a variety of Clear Quartz that contains silver or gold threads of Rutile, which is a mineral containing titanium dioxide. Rutile is sometimes referred to as "The Hairs of Venus", and acts as a type of spiritual antenna allowing one to send and receive vibrations from the universe. This is a wonderful crystal for meditation, channeling and astral travel. Healers often use this stone in attunements because of its connection to the Divine.
Resonating with the Brow and Crown chakras, Rutilated Quartz draws off negative energy, removes blockages to spiritual progression, and helps one to let go of the past and forgive. It energizes and purifies the aura and provides protection against psychic attack. This crystal is also useful in getting to the root of the problem and revealing one's soul lessons.
Emotionally, Rutilated Quartz brings balance and calm. It relieves fears, phobias, anxiety, and can act as an antidepressant.
Physically, Rutilated Quartz is useful for speeding healing of injuries and slowing down aging. It increases strength and vitality, and enhances the nervous and immune systems. Amputees have used this stone to ease the phenomenon known as "phantom pain."
Rutilated Quartz is colorless or smoky with golden, reddish or black strands. It is readily available, and can be found worldwide.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© November 2013 Maria Favocci
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Amazonite
October 2013
Powerful Amazonite is the Stone of the Month for October. This crystal is a great energy filter, and is useful in blocking geopathic stress, electromagnetic radiation, and emanations from computers and cell phones. It is best to place this stone between you and the source of the electromagnetic pollution. Amazonite can be worn as jewelry for protection, placed by computers, or taped to a cell phone.
Amazonite is also an extremely calming stone. It soothes emotional trauma, eases irritation and aggravation, and calms all the chakras. It is also useful for clearing energy blockages and balancing the masculine and feminine energies. It dissipates negative energy and alleviates worry and fear.
This stone helps the brain combine intellect with intuition. It balances the many aspects of the personality, and allows you to see different points of view and both sides of an argument. Resonating with the heart and throat chakras, Amazonite is particularly good for musicians and writers because it enhances constructive expression and creativity.
Physically, Amazonite is good for the heart, nervous system and schizophrenia. It balances calcium deficiency, and is therefore useful for treating osteoporosis, tooth decay, and muscle spasms.
Amazonite is a blue-green opalescent stone with veins. It is common, and can be found in the US, Russia, Canada, Brazil, India, Mozambique and Austria.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© October 2013 Maria Favocci
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Topaz
September 2013
September's Stone of the Month is vibrant Topaz. This versatile crystal directs energy to where it is needed most and enables one to exist in the present moment while releasing uncertainty and indecision. Traditionally used as a stone of love and good luck, Topaz is effective for achieving goals and supporting visualization.
Topaz brings logic and clarity to situations and is useful in putting all the pieces of a situation together in order to find the best solution. This stone carries a positive, joyful and confident energy and helps to dispel any negativity that may exist around the user.
An excellent stone for cleansing the aura and aligning the meridians, Topaz can also be soothing and calming, and is useful for releasing tension in the body. It enhances emotional stability and allows one to receive love from any source.
Physically, Topaz is wonderful for general health as well as eyesight. It helps metabolism and the nervous system, and is useful for digestion and combating anorexia.
Blue Topaz - useful for verbalization, meditation, and attuning to the higher self
Clear Topaz - removes stagnant energy and activates cosmic awareness
Golden (Imperial) Topaz - recharges one physically and spiritually. Brings about confidence and charisma and is helpful for overcoming limitations.
Topaz is a transparent stone that is available in golden-yellow, brown, blue, clear, green and red-pink. It is easily obtained from the US, Mexico, Pakistan, India,South Africa and Australia.
Topaz is one of two birthstones for those born in the calendar month of November, the other is Citrine.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© September 2013 Maria Favocci
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Garnet
August 2013
Traditionally used in engagement rings, Garnet represents passion, commitment and devotion. It inspires love, creates emotional harmony, and balances the sex drive. Red Garnet is known to stimulate the rise of Kundalini energy and it enhances sexual potency.
Garnet resonates with the root chakra, and is useful in strengthening the survival instinct. It brings about hope and courage, and is helpful in a crisis or in traumatic situations. This stone removes unwanted patterns of behavior and stimulates expanded awareness. It may also be used to remove anger and increase self-confidence.
Physically, Garnet regenerates the body, stimulates metabolism, purifies the blood and helps spinal and cellular disorders. It also increases absorption of minerals, and regenerates DNA.
Garnet comes in a variety of forms according to its mineral base. Each form has different properties in addition to the generic attributes of Garnet. It also comes in various shapes and colors. Colors include red, yellow, pink, green, brown, orange and black. Square cut garnet is said to be useful in business matters. This crystal is extremely common, and can be found worldwide.
Garnet is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of January.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© August 2013 Maria Favocci
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Angelite
July 2013
July's Stone of the Month is ethereal Angelite. This high vibration stone is known as a "stone of awareness" for the New Age. As implied by its name, Angelite facilitates communication with the angelic realm and is a good stone for enhancing telepathy and out of body journeying while still keeping the user in contact with the physical world.
Angelite has a peaceful and soothing energy. It enhances compassion and connects to universal knowledge, which brings about a sense of brotherhood. This stone encourages one to speak the truth and be accepting of whatever life brings. Angelite is a powerful stone for healers by bringing about protection for the body as well as the environment. It also deepens attunement and enhances perception.
Mentally, Angelite brings about a deeper understanding of math and astrology. Spiritually, this stone allows inspiration, increases awareness, transforms disorder into healing, and opens up pyschic channeling. This stone is great for meditation.
Physically, Angelite resonates with the throat chakra and is wonderful for enhancing communication and balancing the thyroid and parathyroid. It can reduce inflammation and treat throat ailments such as Strep throat, swollen glands and throat cancer. This crystal is also useful as a diuretic, for cooling a sunburn, allowing tissue and joint repair and for balancing the meridians.
Angelite is a soft mineral which will convert to Gypsum if immersed in water, so Angelite jewelry should not be worn while bathing or swimming. This gemstone should not be cleansed in water either and smudging is the preferred method of cleansing.
Angelite is a compressed form of Celestite. It is blue and white, opaque, and often veined like wings. It can be easily obtained from Britain, Peru, Mexico, Germany, Egypt, Poland and Libya.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© July 2013 Maria Favocci
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Opal
June 2013
The Stone of the Month for June is beautiful Opal. This delicate gemstone is wonderful for inducing psychic and mystical visions, and due to its fine vibration, Opal is an enhancer of cosmic consciousness. It can bring forth one's true self and is useful for creativity and originality.
A true amplifier, Opal has the ability to pick up thoughts and feelings, expand them, and bring them to the surface for transformation. It is a karmic stone, which teaches you that what you put out comes back to you. Opal is also good for increasing self worth and emotional stability.
Opal is a protective stone and when programmed correctly, can make you unnoticeable or "invisible" which is useful for shamanic work, or for any type of work where stealth is required.
Emotionally, Opal brings about lightness and peace and is associated with love, passion, loyalty and spontaneity. It is useful for making happy dreams materialize and brings forth one's highest potential. This stone also aids business and personal relationships.
Physically, Opal strengthens the will to live, enhances memory, helps treat Parkinson's disease and regulates insulin. It is also good for infections, fevers, blood, kidneys, PMS and childbirth.
Opal is available in a multitude of colors including white, pink, black, blue, yellow, green, orange, red, and beige. It can be clear, milky, iridescent, or fiery. It is easily obtained from Australia, Peru, Mexico, South America, Britain and the US.
Opal is one of two birthstones for those born in the calendar month of October, the other is Tourmaline.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© June 2013 Maria Favocci
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Aquamarine
May 2013
Aquamarine is the Stone of the Month for May. Known as a stone of courage and protection, this beautiful gemstone was carried by sailors for protection at sea and to prevent against drowning. In ancient times, Aquamarine was the stone of the sea goddess and countered against dark forces.
The calming energy of Aquamarine reduces stress and quiets the mind. It cleanses the environment, shields the aura, and brings about a higher state of consciousness. Wonderful for meditation, this crystal enhances intuition and clairvoyance, removes extraneous thought, and sharpens spiritual awareness.
On an emotional level, Aquamarine has an affinity for sensitive people and helps anyone who is overcome by responsibility. It acts as an aid for conquering judgementalism, enhances tolerance of others, and promotes humanitarian service.
Resonating with the throat chakra, Aquamarine is great for enhancing communication, both physical and spiritual. It clears communication blocks and helps promote verbal self-expression, quick thinking, and logic. It activates dynamic change, reveals truths, and can help break old patterns which may bring about closure on all levels.
Physically, Aquamarine is good for sore throats, swollen glands, and thyroid issues. It aids the pituitary, regulates hormones, and enhances the immune system. It is also beneficial for eyes, teeth, jaw and stomach.
Aquamarine is a blue/green variety of beryl. It ranges from clear to opaque, and is readily available from the US, Mexico, Brazil, Russia, India, Ireland, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, and Pakistan.
Aquamarine is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of March.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© May 2013 Maria Favocci
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Amber
April 2013
Amber is the Stone of the Month for April. Actually, Amber is not really a crystal, but is solidified tree resin that has become fossilized. This stone was used to protect warriors in ancient times, and the oldest amber beads were found in graves dating back to 8000 BCE. Amber unites the warming energy of the Sun with strong connections of the Earth to provide a potent grounding and cleansing energy.
A powerful protector, Amber guards against psychic vampirism and provides a protective shield to prevent healers from taking on a client's pain. It is a wonderful healing stone for drawing disease out of the body and assists in revitalizing tissue. Amber cleanses the environment and the chakras. It draws negative energy away from the body so that it can heal itself.
Emotionally, Amber eases stress, aids depression, and stimulates memory and decision-making. It brings about a positive mental state, and helps fulfill dreams and goals.
Physically, Amber is wonderful for vitality and self-healing. It helps heal throat issues, and aids the stomach, spleen, liver and kidney. It can also alleviate joint problems and strengthen mucus membranes. The gem elixir has antibiotic properties, and is excellent for wound healing.
Amber is opaque or transparent with insects or vegetation trapped inside. It is available in yellow, orange or golden-brown, and can be found in Poland, Italy, Lithuania, Britain, Romania, Germany and Russia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© April 2013 Maria Favocci
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Rhodochrosite
March 2013
Rhodochrosite is the Stone of the Month for March. This fabulous pink gemstone resonates with the heart chakra and is wonderful for bringing in compassion and selfless love.
Rhodochrosite is an excellent stone for those who feel unloved. It helps with relationships and is the best stone to use for the healing of sexual abuse. It removes denial and helps one to work through painful experiences and feelings without shutting down. This crystal is said to help one attract a soulmate. However, this may not always be a pleasant experience, as soulmates are those souls that help us to learn life lessons for our higher good.
Psychologically, Rhodochrosite increases courage and feelings of self-worth. It can alleviate paranoia and irrational fears while expanding consciousness and creating a positive attitude. This crystal also relieves emotional stress and may enhance dreams, memory, and creativity. It creates a lighthearted attitude and can eliminate depression.
Energetically, Rhodochrosite clears the solar plexus and root chakras as it resonates with the heart chakra. By doing this, the emotions are grounded and balanced while gentle healing occurs. Physically, Rhodochrosite is good for asthma, respiratory problems, blood pressure, eyesight, heart, circulation and thyroid. It also enhances passion and is good for the sexual organs.
Rhodochrosite is a banded stone that ranges in color from light pink to deep red, yellow, orange and brown. It is readily available from Argentina, USA, Russia, South Africa, and Peru.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2013, Maria Favocci
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Bloodstone
February 2013
February's Stone of the month is Bloodstone. This powerful stone, also called Heliotrope, was believed to have magical properties in ancient times. It was said to be an "audible oracle" which could give off sounds as a means of guidance, and it was used in attempting to control the weather, and for removing negative energies.
Bloodstone is a wonderful healing stone that can enhance creativity, and heighten intuition. It has the ability to help you live in the "here and now" while grounding and protecting you. It bestows courage and helps you to recognize that a period of chaos and confusion may precede change.
Mentally, bloodstone is calming and eliminates confusion and anger. It is helpful in making decisions and removing energy blocks. Bloodstone may also increase dreaming and spirituality. It can be used as an energy enhancer; to combat fatigue and
to increase strength.
Physically, as its name suggests, Bloodstone can purify the blood and detoxify the liver, spleen and kidneys. It strengthens the immune system, regulates blood flow, and revitalizes the body. It is a good energy cleanser and is useful for nosebleeds, anemia, and can aid blood clotting. It may help in fighting leukemia.
Bloodstone is dark green quartz flecked with red jasper. It can be easily obtained from Australia, China, Brazil, India, Russia, and the Czech Republic.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2013 Maria Favocci
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Larimar
January 2013
Let's start off 2013 with beautiful, ethereal Larimar. This captivating gemstone was recently discovered and can only be found in one place in the world- in the Caribbean Sea on the island of Hispaniola in the Dominican Republic. Also called "dolphin stone" or "Atlantis stone" many people believe that this was the extraordinary healing stone that Edgar Cayce predicted would be found as part of the sunken continent of Atlantis.
Larimar has wonderful healing properties. Resonating with the heart and throat chakra, Larimar radiates love, peace, and clear communication with others as well as angelic contact. This is a strong "spiritual" stone that raises vibration, opens up new dimensions and facilitates meditation and connection to Universal Spirit. It guides the soul towards its true path and removes self imposed blockages.
Larimar supports the process of change and brings tranquility and the ability to "go with the flow". It's a wonderful stone for easing guilt and removing anger. Larimar has the ability to connect to the energy of the earth and the earth goddess, which helps women restore their connection with nature and their femininity.
Physically, Larimar promotes self-healing and is especially helpful for throat and cartilage issues. It removes energy blockages in the chest, head and neck and can be used on constricted joints. Larimar will quietly draw out the pain if placed on a painful spot.
Larimar is a rare, blue form of pectolite, and its color varies from white, light-blue, green-blue to deep blue. It is a translucent crystal which is easily obtained from the Dominican Republic.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© January 2013 Maria Favocci
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Herkimer Diamond
December 2012
December's Stone of the Month is Herkimer Diamond. These beautiful, rare gemstones are not actually diamonds, but are a unique variety of clear quartz. What makes these stones so unique is the fact that they are naturally double-terminated (pointed at both ends), and already faceted. Discovered in the late 1700s, Herkimer Diamonds were named after the county where they were found, Herkimer County, NY.
Herkimer Diamond is called the "Stone of attunement" due to its ability to bring attunement to energies, people and places. As a result, this is a wonderful crystal to use during Reiki, energy work, and ceremonies. This is also one of the strongest crystals to use for clearing electromagnetic pollution and is excellent to use in grids around the house or by computers.
Mentally, Herkimer Diamond is wonderful for memory, creativity, dream recall, past-life regression, and enhancing all types of psychic abilities.
As a high vibration stone, it creates a powerful soul shield during spiritual work and is useful in bringing your soul's purpose to light. This crystal also energizes, eliminates stress, and helps one to be in the moment.
Physically, Herkimer Diamond is an excellent detoxifier. It also protects against radioactivity, corrects DNA and metabolic imbalances, and helps bronchitis, insomnia, and influenza. Herkimer Diamond makes a great environmental spray or gem elixir.
Expensive, but readily available, Herkimer Diamonds are clear, oily, and may contain inner rainbows. They can be found in the US,Mexico, Spain, India, China, and Tanzania.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© December 2012 Maria Favocci
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Red Jasper
November 2012
The Stone of the Month for November is Red Jasper. This wonderfully calming stone is a staple in Native American medicine bags, and makes an excellent worry stone. Jasper is known as the "supreme nurturer". This family of gemstones provides support during periods of stress, enhances dream recall and shamanic journeying, and offers protection.
Red Jasper resonates with the root chakra and brings grounding energy. It connects one to the Earth and can bring a better understanding to the necessity of natural events. It is gently stimulating and helps to rectify unjust situations. It can also shed light on problems and provide insight on how to handle them. This gemstone helps with quick thinking and organization, imparts determination, and helps transform ideas into action.
Known as "a stone of health", Red Jasper cleanses the aura and aligns the chakras. It strengthens and detoxifies the circulatory system, blood, and liver. It can also aid in dissolving blockages in the liver and bile ducts. This stone helps to balance the mineral content in the body, and can prolong sexual pleasure.
Red Jasper is an opaque, patterned variety of quartz that is colored red by inclusions of iron oxide. It is fairly common and can be found worldwide.
Jasper is available in other colors including brown, green, blue, purple, and yellow. It can also be found in banded and patterned varieties such as Leopardskin Jasper, Mookaite Jasper, Orbicular Jasper and Picture Jasper.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© November 2012 Maria Favocci
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Black Tourmaline
October 2012
October's Stone of the Month is Black Tourmaline. This crystal, commonly known as Schorl, is the most effective blocker of negativity, curses, and psychic attacks. A highly protective stone, Black Tourmaline picks up any negativity or disharmony in the environment, and transforms it into positive energy. This gemstone resonates with the root chakra and provides a wonderful grounding energy, while increasing physical vitality.
Black Tourmaline is an excellent deflector of electromagnetic energy, radiation, and cell phone emanations. Wear this stone as jewelry, or place it between yourself and the electromagnetic source for the most beneficial protection. It clears blockages and draws off negativity by placing the point of the crystal away from you. You can also use this gemstone in protective grids around the house.
Black Tourmaline clears tension, stress and negative thoughts. It relieves anxiety and helps with embarrassment. This stone brings about a positive, laid-back attitude no matter what the circumstances. It also promotes clear thinking, creativity, practicality and an objective attitude.
Physically, Black Tourmaline strengthens the immune system, helps arthritis and detoxification, and defends against debilitating disease. It balances male-female energy and helps hand-eye coordination. It is also good for realigning the spinal column and for pain relief, and can help treat dyslexia.
Black Tourmaline is the black form of Tourmaline which also comes in a variety of other colors including green, pink, watermelon, brown, red, yellow and blue. It is a shiny, opaque, striated crystal that is commonly found in Sri Lanka, Brazil, India, Africa, US, Australia, Italy and Afghanistan.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© October 2012 Maria Favocci
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Turquoise
September 2012
Beautiful Turquoise is the Stone of the Month for September. This highly spiritual stone has been used in amulets for thousands of years and is considered sacred to the Native Americans and the Chinese. Turquoise is reputed to be strongly protective and healing, and can be carried by travelers for protection and prevention of accidents.
This gemstone is said to act like a "bridge" between heaven and earth. It can enhance spiritual attunement and increase effective communication among the spiritual and physical worlds. Turquoise allows the soul to express itself and unites the male and female energies of the body.
Turquoise is effective in balancing the throat chakra by releasing old vows, and enhancing communication, whether through writing or public speaking. It can also be used on the third eye to increase intuition and strengthen meditation. This crystal maintains alertness while instilling inner calm, and is wonderful for expressing your creativity. It helps us to be here and now.
Turquoise can also be used to protect against electromagnetic smog, pollution, and negative energy. This is always a good stone to have around you, whether it's on your body, or in your environment.
Physically, Turquoise is good for general malaise, arthritis, gout, eyes (especially cataracts), lungs, throat, and stomach. It has good anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties and is useful for cramps and pain.
Turquoise is an opaque, often veined stone that ranges in color from green to blue. It is readily available and can be found in the US, Egypt, Mexico, China, Peru, Iran, Russia, France, Poland, and Tibet.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© September 2012 Maria Favocci
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Lepidolite
August 2012
The Stone of the Month for August is Lepidolite. Known as "a stone of transition", Lepidolite brings about change by releasing and restructuring negative thoughts and behaviors. It can help to achieve goals and enhance independence without the help of outside forces.
Because Lepidolite contains lithium (an active ingredient in antidepressants), it is a wonderful stone for alleviating depression, mood swings, and bipolar disorders. It helps reduce stress, brings calmness, and stops obsessive thoughts and feelings of despondency. It is also useful for insomnia.
Place Lepidolite on or near your computers or electronic devices. This is a useful crystal for absorbing electromagnetic radiation and pollution, and can be used in grids around the house.
Spiritually, Lepidolite induces cosmic awareness and is helpful in shamanic journeying. It can also help access the Akashic records. Mentally, Lepidolite is good for analytical thinking and decision-making. Physically, this stone is good for allergies, the immune system, menopause, Alzheimer's, anorexia, epilepsy, joint issues and computer stress.
Lepidolite is a purple pink stone with a layering, plate-like effect. It can be be easily obtained from Brazil, US, Madagascar, Dominican Republic, and the Czech Republic.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© August 2012 Maria Favocci
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Tiger's Eye
July 2012
Tiger's Eye is the Stone of the month for July. This highly protective stone was worn by Roman soldiers as they went into battle, and has also been used as a talisman to protect against curses and negative energy. This beautiful gemstone contains the dual energies of the earth and the sun to create a high vibration state which is grounding at the same time. It can be used for accomplishing goals and bringing about the correct use of power. This stone may also attract wealth.
Tiger's Eye promotes focus, alertness, and clarity of intention. It is a wonderful stone for people who can't commit, as well as for those who are spaced out. This crystal brings calmness and wisdom and can enhance psychic abilities. A good balancer for yin and yang energies, this stone is also useful in settling internal conflicts and dilemmas.
Psychologically, Tiger's Eye is excellent for mental disease and personality disorders. It increases feelings of confidence and self worth and can enhance creativity. It may also be useful for helping addictive personalities make a change for the better, and can differentiate between one's wants as opposed to one's needs.
Physically, Tiger's Eye anchors change into the physical body. It aids the eyes, night vision, throat, reproductive organs and can help mend broken bones. It is good for depression and balance of the left and right brain.
Tiger's Eye is a banded form of quartz which is also available in gold, yellow, blue, pink and red. It can be easily obtained from South Africa, Australia, Mexico, India and the US.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© July 2012 Maria Favocci
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Selenite
June 2012
The Stone of the month for June is Selenite. This high-vibration stone resonates with the crown chakra and has an ethereal quality which can connect the space between light and matter. Named after the Greek moon goddess, Selene, Selenite has a pearl-like glow and can be used to access angelic connections, reach other lives and enhance telepathy. It brings calmness and clarity of mind, and is excellent for meditation and scrying...allowing access to both past and future.
Selenite is a good crystal for cleansing negative energies. It can be used to reprogram other stones, and to form a protective grid around a house. A large piece of Selenite placed in the house ensures a peaceful atmosphere and creates a safe space free from outside influences. Selenite wands may be used to detach negative entities from auras and to prevent external influences of the mind.
Mentally, Selenite clears confusion and helps stabilize the emotions. It brings about conscious understanding of what is happening on a subconscious level, and helps guide in seeing insights into problems and in understanding the deeper picture.
Physically, Selenite is good for aligning the spinal column and for increasing flexibility. It can be helpful for epilepsy and is good for breastfeeding and nurturing children. It also neutralizes "free radicals" and can help reverse the aging process.
Selenite is a very delicate stone. It scratches easily and can dissolve when wet. It is a translucent form of gypsum that is mostly clear or white, but can be found in shades of orange, blue, brown or green. It is easily obtained from the US, Mexico, Russia, England, Austria, Greece, Germany, France and Poland.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© June 2012 Maria Favocci
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Fluorite
May 2012
May's Stone of the Month is Fluorite. Fluorite was originally called Fluorspar and is available in a multitude of colors including green, purple, yellow, clear, blue and rainbow. More than one color often appears in the same stone, which makes this an interesting and beautiful crystal.
Fluorite is an excellent protective stone, especially on a psychic level. It is said to absorb and neutralize negative energy and it cleanses and stabilizes the aura. This stone is wonderful for meditation and overcomes chaos and disorder. Fluorite is the best crystal to use to overcome any type of disorganization. It focuses the mind, and is useful for decisions, concentration and relationships. Also known as the "Genius Stone", Fluorite is a wonderful learning tool as it promotes quick thinking and concentration, and is helpful for organizing and absorbing new information.
Fluorite protects against computer and electromagnetic stress. When used for healing, Fluorite can improve physical and mental coordination and it can counteract mental disorders. This stone is also helpful for balance, infections, teeth, bones, viruses, colds and flu. It can also benefit ulcers and wounds and can alleviate shingles and arthritis.
Blue Fluorite enhances creativity, clear communication, and an orderly thought process. Clear Fluorite stimulates the crown chakra and brings universal energy into the body. Green Fluorite grounds excess energy and cleanses the chakras and the aura. Purple Fluorite is useful for meditation and psychic communication.
Yellow Fluorite enhances the intellect and creativity and is good for group energy. Rainbow Fluorite fluoresces under UV light and is good for focusing on complex issues.
Fluorite is a transparent crystal and is readily available. It can be found in China, USA, Britain, Australia, Mexico, South Africa and Europe.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© May 2012 Maria Favocci
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Yellow Jasper
April 2012
Peaceful Path's Stone of the Month for April is Yellow Jasper. There are many variations and colors of Jasper. Yellow Jasper contains all the general qualities of the Jasper family as well as providing additional properties due to its color.
The Jasper family of gemstones is known as the "supreme nurturers". These crystals unify all aspects of life and sustain and support, especially in times of stress. They bring tranquility and wholeness and absorb negativity, balance yin and yang, and provide protection. This class of stones is useful for enhancing dream recall, shamanic journeys, and dowsing. They are also useful in providing courage and determination as well as quick thinking, imagination, and organization. Jasper aligns the chakras and can be used in chakra layouts, with each color resonating with a particular chakra.
In addition to the above qualities, Yellow Jasper is an excellent protector during physical travel and spiritual work. It keeps you on your life path, clears away outworn emotion, and channels positive energy, making you feel physically better. This stone is good for intellectual pursuits, and assists you on your earth journey.
Physically, Yellow Jasper stimulates the solar plexus chakra and energizes the endocrine system. It brings energy, releases toxins, and is very useful for digestion and the stomach. This stone can also help children who are accident-prone, clumsy, or dyspraxic.
Yellow Jasper can be easily obtained and it is found worldwide, but especially in South Africa. It is a yellow variety of opaque chalcedony and is often water- worn or small and tumbled.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© April 2012 Maria Favocci
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Unakite
March 2012
Unakite is Peaceful Path's Stone of the Month for March. A "Stone of Vision", colorful Unakite helps to balance emotions with spirituality. It activates the third eye and can enhance visualization and psychic vision. It also promotes grounding after meditation or metaphysical work.
Unakite assists in a type of rebirthing process. It can bring forth issues from past experiences, and help one recognize and move through the cause of blockages and conditions which may inhibit spiritual and psychological growth. Unakite has the capability to get to the root of a problem and brings it to the surface for transformation. It is a good stone for overcoming self-imposed blocks, and helps one be comfortable in the present moment, accepting past experiences, and accessing past lives.
This colorful stone resonates with the heart chakra and helps to balance yin-yang energies. It evens out the emotions while releasing grief, mostly associated with the loss of a dream or idea.
Unakite can be used as a casting crystal for scrying, and can also be useful in the environment to negate electromagnetic pollution from computers, television, and other electrical devices.
As a healing stone, Unakite is good for recovery from surgery or illness. It helps fertility, pregnancy and the reproductive system. This stone also stimulates weight gain when needed, and helps the growth of skin, hair, and tissue.
Unakite is readily available, and can be obtained in the United States and South Africa. It is green-pink in color and is a mottled, often tumbled stone. It is a mixture of feldspar, epidote and quartz.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2012 Maria Favocci
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Lapis Lazuli
February 2012
Peaceful Path's Stone of the Month for February is Lapis Lazuli. This beautiful blue stone helps one achieve spiritual enlightenment by opening up the third eye, enhancing psychic abilities, and awakening personal and spiritual power. Prized in ancient Egypt, Lapis Lazuli was considered a royal stone and was said to contain the souls of the gods. King Tut's burial mask contained Lapis Lazuli in order to help conduct his soul into immortality.
Lapis Lazuli is a strongly protective stone that recognizes psychic attack from outside influences, blocks it, and returns the energy to its source. This stone greatly enhances dream work and spiritual journeying, and increases communication with the Higher Self. Because it balances the throat chakra, Lapis Lazuli is valuable in helping one express the truth, and can reverse illness caused by not speaking out. It also helps to release repressed anger.
Lapis Lazuli releases stress and can help achieve deep inner peace. It harmonizes the body, mind and spirit and activates healing on a cellular level. A powerful thought amplifier, this stone brings clarity, objectivity, creativity and self-confidence. It is also useful in ending disorganization and dissolving martyrdom, cruelty, suffering, and emotional bondage.
Physically, Lapis Lazuli alleviates pain, especially migraines. It helps overcome depression, boosts the immune system, and is good for the bone marrow, throat disorders, hearing loss, and muscle and bone repair. It also aids insomnia and sleep disorders.
Lapis Lazuli is a deep blue stone flecked with gold (pyrite). It is easily obtainable, but pricey, and can be found in Afghanistan, Chile, Russia, Italy, Egypt, US, and the Middle East.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2012 Maria Favocci
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Labradorite
January 2012
Iridescent Labradorite is Peaceful Path's Stone of the Month for January. This highly mystical stone raises consciousness and helps to connect with universal energies to access one's spiritual purpose. A "stone of transformation", Labradorite is a good companion through change and has a strong, protective energy to usher in the New Year.
Labradorite prevents energy leakage and protects the aura by deflecting negative energy. This stone can banish fear and strengthen faith in oneself. It removes feelings of insecurity and disappointment; even those from past lives. Labradorite can also remove thought projections from other people, which can deplete auric energy.
Mentally, Labradorite can calm an overactive mind. It brings introspection and is also good for stimulating intuition and psychic powers. This stone can bring you into other worlds or other lives, and it can reveal the true meaning behind one's thoughts and actions. Labradorite is also good for balancing analytical and rational thought with inner sight.
Physically, Labradorite helps to align the physical and etheric bodies. It can treat eye disorders and relieve stress and PMS. It alleviates colds, gout, and helps regulate metabolism and digestion. This stone is also beneficial for treating warts (hold or rub gently).
Labradorite is a grayish to black stone with iridescent blue and yellow. It is readily available, and can be found in Italy, Finland, Russia, Greenland and Canada.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© January 2012 Maria Favocci
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Moonstone
December 2011
Moonstone is December's Stone of the Month. This beautifully receptive stone helps to balance energies and calms overreactions to emotional triggers and upsetting situations. Labeled the "stone of new beginnings", Moonstone is strongly associated with the moon and with intuition and creativity. It reminds us that everything is part of a cycle of change, and like the moon, emotions wax and wane.
Moonstone promotes intuition and lucid dreaming, especially during the full moon. It has traditionally been used to enhance one's psychic abilities and to develop clairvoyance and other metaphysical abilities. This stone may also enhance and amplify emotions in sensitive people notably during a full moon.
Because Moonstone is filled with feminine, passive energy, this is a good stone for an overly aggressive woman or an excessively macho man. It brings emotional balance to male-female energies and draws out patterns of emotions which can then be understood and let go. Moonstone is also known to bring protection to travelers, especially sailors at sea and those traveling over water.
Physically, Moonstone helps the digestive system and reproductive tract. It eases menstrual and PMS disorders as well as helping with fertility and childbirth. Additionally, Moonstone helps to eliminate toxins and fluid retention and alleviates disorders of the skin, eyes, hair, and circulation.
Moonstone is a form of feldspar. It is milky and translucent, and comes in a variety of colors including white, cream, yellow, blue, green or rainbow. It can be easily obtained and is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Australia.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© December 2011 Maria Favocci
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Carnelian
November 2011
Energetic Carnelian is November's Stone of the Month. This beautiful red-orange stone is wonderfully grounding and anchors you in your present surroundings. It restores vitality, and enhances motivation, focus, and creativity. Carnelian is a power stone and is useful for courage, personal power, and success and abundance in all areas. This is a useful stone for live performers and those with dramatic pursuits.
The ancient Egyptians believed that Carnelian assisted and protected the soul on its journey to the afterlife. This stone helps in the acceptance of the cycle of life, and removes fear of death. Carnelian helps you trust yourself while clarifying perception. It overcomes negative conditioning, and calms anger, jealousy, and envy. This is a helpful stone for meditation as it helps to clear extraneous thoughts and balance the emotions. Carnelian also relieves laziness and apathy and promotes positive life choices.
Physically, Carnelian enhances the life force and stimulates metabolism. It activates the base and sacral chakras and helps with frigidity, impotence, lower back disorders, kidneys and arthritis. This stone is also beneficial for blood and circulation and it enhances memory and alleviates depression. It can be helpful for tissue and bone regeneration and appetite disorders.
Placing a piece of Carnelian by the front door brings abundance into the home and invokes protection. Carnelian also has the ability to cleanse other stones.
Carnelian is a form of chalcedony and exists as orange, red, pink or brown translucent pebbles. It is abundant in nature and can be found in India, Brazil, Uruguay, Peru, Russia, Romania, Czech Republic and Iceland.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© November 2011 Maria Favocci
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Malachite
October 2011
Peaceful Path's Stone of the Month for October is Malachite. This powerful protection stone absorbs negative energies and radiation and has a strong affinity with nature. Because of this, Malachite should be placed in any home near a nuclear or natural radiation source. This stone will absorb pollutants from the environment and will clear out electromagnetic smog.
Malachite amplifies both positive and negative energies. It clears and activates all chakras, breaks unwanted ties and outworn patterns of behavior, and may draw out deep feelings, while allowing you to see blocks to your spiritual growth. It helps to release past negative experiences, even without consciousness. Malachite helps you to clarify and understand your emotions and assists you in making transformations. It releases guilt, and helps to attain your goals. It is an equalizing and balancing stone and enhances intuition and insight. Malachite may be used for scrying and is good for journeying to other worlds.This beautiful stone also promotes fidelity and friendship, and is good for money and success in business.
Physically, Malachite is good for preventing vertigo and relieving menstrual cramps. Malachite contains high concentrations of copper, which aids aching joints and muscles. Wearing a malachite bracelet allows the body to absorb minute amounts of copper in exactly the same way a copper bracelet does. Malachite also helps to lower blood pressure, prevent asthma, and help insomnia and the immune system.
Malachite is a dark green stone with concentric light and dark bands. It is easily obtainable. Malachite should only be used in its polished form, as its dust can be toxic. When cleansing Malachite, don't use salt because it can damage the stone's surface. Because of its powerful energy, Malachite is best used with a qualified crystal therapist.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© October 2011 Maria Favocci
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Amethyst
September 2011
Spiritual Amethyst is September's Stone of the Month. Traditionally worn to prevent drunkenness, Amethyst is a powerful healer and protector. It possesses a high spiritual vibration and is excellent for meditation or scrying.
This beautiful purple crystal promotes tranquility, quiets the mind, disperses psychic attack, and helps dream recall. It works in the emotional, spiritual, and physical planes to provide calm, balance, patience, and peace. Amethyst can help heal emotional problems, anger, and grief as it promotes peacefulness, happiness, and contentment. It encourages emotional stability, inner strength, decision-making, and it also promotes selflessness. Amethyst helps overcome addiction and compulsive behavior, and it increases focus. Amethyst also helps with legal and financial problems.
Amethyst enhances intuition and psychic powers. It helps to open a connection between this plane and others. This stone is beneficial for lucid dreaming and may help with telepathy, past life regression, clairaudience, clairvoyance and angel communication. Amethyst offers protection against psychic attack, especially during spiritual work.
Physically, Amethyst helps in the reduction of withdrawal symptoms and boosts production of hormones. It strengthens the immune system and hearing, relieves stress and headaches, cleanses the blood, and treats insomnia. Sleeping with Amethyst helps to facilitate out of body experiences and brings intuitive dreams. Placing an Amethyst stone in your work space helps to block geopathic stress and negative environmental energies.
Amethyst is associated with Pisces and the crown chakra. It is a pale lavender to deep purple variety of quartz and is readily available worldwide. It may appear as a geode, cluster, or single point and may be clear or cloudy with inclusions or rainbows. Amethyst fades in the sunlight.
Amethyst is the birthstone for those born in the calendar month of February.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© September 2011 Maria Favocci
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Hematite
August 2011
Hematite harmonizes the body, mind and spirit. It protects the soul and grounds it back into the body during out of body journeys. Hematite balances meridians and protects the aura. It is good for legal situations, and improving relationships. It gives strength, supports timid women, and boosts self-esteem. Hematite may also be useful in overcoming addictions and compulsions. This stone aids focus and concentration and is good for stimulating the memory and working through problems.
Physically, Hematite has a connection with the blood. It aids anemia, regulates blood supply, and helps with circulatory problems such as Reynaud's disease. This stone can also be used to help broken bones, backaches, leg cramps and insomnia. Hematite should not be used for long periods of time, or where inflammation is present.
Wearing a Hematite ring on the left hand (in right-handed people) helps boost intuition and metaphysical awareness. I also like to use Hematite rings as stands for my crystal spheres because of its grounding and protecting qualities.
Hematite, also known as Iron Oxide, can be red, silver, or gray, and is shiny when polished. It can have magnetic properties, and is readily available in Britain, Morocco, Italy, Sweden, Brazil and Canada.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© August 2011 Maria Favocci
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Clear Quartz
July 2011
July's Stone of the Month is Clear Quartz. This stone is considered to be the most powerful healing and energy amplifier on the planet. This attribute is due to its unique helical spiral crystalline form. The best way to describe Clear Quartz is to call it a battery. It can be used for spirit communication, healing, protection or balancing, but it is also powerful as a "potentiator" for other stones. If you're not sure what stone to use for a specific purpose, Clear Quartz will always work.
Clear Quartz works on multidimensional levels of being. It dispels static electricity and generates electromagnetism. It dissolves karmic seeds, amplifies prayers, wishes and visualizations, enhances psychic abilities and attunes to spiritual purpose. You can double your biomagnetic field by holding a quartz crystal. When acupuncture needles are coated in quartz, the effects increase by 10%.
Use Clear Quartz to protect your energy from outside influences. It clears negativity, detoxifies the aura, and is good for meditation. Carry it in your pocket or your purse, wherever it is handy and inconspicuous. It will make your day go a little more smoothly.
Clear Quartz is known as a "feel better" stone. It improves the quality of life, and increases energy and happiness. Clear Quartz also aids concentration, unlocks the memory, and is great for the immune system. If you feel a cold coming on, or get chilled or experience other physical stress, use Clear Quartz to clear yourself.
Clear Quartz is the most abundant mineral and can be found worldwide. It is usually found as long, pointed crystals and masses sometimes with inclusions. It can be transparent, milky, or striated.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© July 2011 Maria Favocci
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Howlite
June 2011
June's Stone of the Month is Howlite. This super-calming stone is excellent for insomnia and meditation and is useful for relieving stress of all kinds. It enhances clear communication and encourages you to be true to yourself and your inner knowing. Howlite links to the spiritual dimension, opens attunement, and helps the mind receive insight and wisdom. By doing this, Howlite can then help to formulate your ambitions and achieve your goals.
Focusing on a piece of Howlite can assist in journeys out of the body and help to access past lives. This stone can transport you to another time or dimension, and when placed on the third eye, it may open up memories to past lives or "in-between" lives. Howlite also assists in dream retention and recall.
An excellent stone for teaching patience, Howlite can help overcome critical or selfish behavior, and can tame uncontrolled anger. Place Howlite in your pocket to absorb your own anger or any anger that is directed towards you.
Physically, Howlite is good for calcium levels, teeth, bones, soft tissue, generalized pain and the immune system. Place Howlite under your pillow to relieve insomnia, especially when it is caused by an overactive mind. This stone also makes a useful gem elixir, and can be sipped before bed.
Howlite occurs in the form of nodules, masses and crystals. It can be green or blue, but is mostly seen as a marbled white to grey colored gemstone with grey, brown or black veins. Howlite is named after mineralogist Henry How, who first discovered the gemstone in Nova Scotia during the 19th century. Howlite is easily obtained, found in Nova Scotia and the US, and is often dyed and used to imitate more expensive stones like turquoise or lapis lazuli (see below illustration).
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© June 2011 Maria Favocci
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Sodalite
May 2011
May's Stone of the Month is the beautiful, calming blue stone, Sodalite. This stone unites logic with intuition and clears mental confusion. It stimulates the 3rd eye and pineal gland, opens spiritual perception, and deepens meditation. An excellent stone for the mind, Sodalite promotes rational thought and releases rigid mind sets while allowing new information to be received. It calms the mind and makes it possible to defend your beliefs while remaining true to yourself.
Known as the "Stone of Truth", Sodalite aids truthful communication and creative expression, and is useful for mending relationships. It is a wonderful stone to use in group work because it brings about harmony and stimulates trust, companionship and encourages interdependence.
Place Sodalite on or near your computer to block emanations and clear electromagnetic pollution.
Physically, Sodalite can help heal "sick-building" syndrome and electromagnetic stress. It also boosts the immune system, balances metabolism and the lymphatic system, and helps high blood pressure, diabetes, insomnia, autism, and calcium deficiency. It is also useful for panic disorders, digestive problems and throat problems.
Sodalite is a mottled dark blue, or blue and white stone but can also be colorless, gray, green, yellow or red. The name Sodalite comes from the sodium content found in this crystal. Sodalite may sometimes be confused with Lapis Lazuli, but Lapis contains flecks of gold Pyrite which Sodalite rarely has. Sodalite is easily obtainable in Brazil, North America, France, Greenland, Russia, Romania, Myanmar and Italy.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© May 2011 Maria Favocci
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Citrine
April 2011
Also known as the "Stone of Prosperity" or the "Merchant Stone", Citrine attracts wealth and success and helps one maintain it. It can also be used to help sell houses. Place this stone in the cash drawer of a business, or in the wealth corner of your house to draw abundance. Citrine encourages sharing what one has and it imparts joy to all.
Physically, Citrine is good for the digestive system, spleen and pancreas. It is an excellent stone for recharging and energizing, and is a good blood detoxifier. It activates the thymus, and balances the thyroid. Citrine helps eye problems, reverses degenerative diseases, eliminates constipation, and alleviates fatigue.
Citrine is a yellow, golden, or lemon variety of quartz. It is mostly transparent, but may be cloudy. Citrine will fade if placed in direct sunlight. This crystal is easily obtained, and can be found in Brazil, Russia, Britain, France, Madagascar and the US.
Citrine is one of two birthstones for those born in the calendar month of November, the other is Topaz.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© April 2011 Maria Favocci
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Green Aventurine
March 2011
Place green aventurine around your home and in your work space. It absorbs and neutralizes all sources of environmental and electromagnetic pollution, blocking out emanations from computers, television and other electronic equipment.
Physically, green aventurine settles nausea and dissolves negative emotions and thoughts. It benefits the thymus gland and nervous system. It balances blood pressure and stimulates the metabolism, lowering cholesterol. It heals migraines, soothes the eyes, and can help heal the lungs, sinuses, heart, muscular and urogenital systems. As an elixir, aventurine can have an anti-inflammatory effect and it can help ease skin eruptions and allergies.
Green aventurine is a type of quartz with inclusions of mica, giving a speckled or sparkly effect. It is semi-translucent to mostly opaque and is readily available. It can be found in Italy, Brazil, China, India, Russia, Tibet and Nepal.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© March 2011 Maria Favocci
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Rose Quartz
February 2011
Place Rose Quartz by your bed or in the relationship corner of your home in order to attract love. Keep this crystal near you, or on you, in order to magnify creativity and imagination, as rose quartz is said to enhance emotional connection. This crystal is good for writing, art, and music. The healing properties of this crystal include strengthening of the physical heart and circulatory system. It aids chest and lung problems, heals the kidneys and adrenals, and alleviates vertigo. Rose quartz is also said to increase fertility and it is helpful for Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and dementia.
Rose quartz is one of the most desirable varieties of quartz. The pink to rose red color is completely unique, unlike any other pink mineral species. The color is caused by iron and titanium impurities. It is usually translucent, but may sometimes be transparent. This crystal is easily obtained and can be found in the US, Brazil, South Africa, Madagascar and Japan.
Each Stone of the Month is available at Peaceful Paths' Stones & Crystals Page.
References
The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall
The Crystal Healer - Philip Permutt
The Encyclopedia of Crystals - Judy Hall
© February 2011 Maria Favocci