- Origin
- Brazil, Madagascar, Mexico, Canada, Myanmar
- Chakra
- Throat, Third Eye
- Signs
- Gemini, Libra, Sagittarius
- Hardness
- Mohs 5
Mind
- Communication. Activates the throat chakra, facilitates clear expression of thoughts and emotions without tension or aggression.
- Self-confidence. Helps overcome shyness, embrace one's personality and assert oneself in a group.
- Creativity. Stimulates imagination and artistic inspiration, helps develop original ideas and bring projects to life.
- Emotional calm. Regulates emotional excess, calms mental hyperactivity and helps restore serenity.
- Motivation. Brings a surge of positive energy, drives action and helps pursue ambitions.
- Intuition. Develops the sixth sense and receptivity to subtle perceptions, useful in meditation and introspection.
Body
- Bones and joints. Promotes calcium absorption, strengthens bone and teeth density, relieves joint pain.
- Throat and ENT. Soothes hoarseness, sore throats and ear infections through its throat chakra connection.
- Digestive system. Helps regulate appetite and intestinal transit, supports better metabolism.
- Sleep and vitality. Contributes to more restful sleep and helps reduce chronic fatigue.
Recharging & cleansing
Purify with clear distilled water (no salt) or with sage smoke cleansing. Recharge in gentle daylight or on an amethyst geode. Caution, fragile stone (hardness 5), avoid shocks.