Lava Rock provides stability in times of change. This stone helps to dissipate anger & provide guidance & understanding as it assists one in “bouncing back”. A very grounding stone, black Lava strengthens our connection to Mother Earth.

Lava also helps to diminish the negative aspects of one’s character and allows us to see where modifications might be needed. When a person is drawn to lava rock it might be because they need the fire or energy in their life. Fire is commonly associated with the qualities of energy, assertiveness, and passion, while earth is commonly associated with qualities of practicality, restraint and materialism. Lava also allows us to ‘root’ scattered energy and find focus and balance. Lava stones are also used as a folk remedy for infertility and poor libido.

Used in ancient times to protect the dead in their journey to the afterlife, Carnelian helps calm fears about death and rebirth, bringing serenity and acceptance of the great cycle of life. Carnelian is a powerful Sacral Chakra Stone. It increases personal power and physical energy, gives courage, and boosts creativity and compassion.

Carnelian is useful in making decisions by keeping us focused on the here and now and not on past experiences. Carnelian calms anger and grounds you in reality, while keeping you aware of unconditional Love permeating the Universe.

Physically, Carnelian increases blood circulation, aids in male impotency, increases appetite, alleviates problems of the liver, bladder, kidneys and spleen. It can help with PMS as well as anxiety associated with sexual anxieties.

Sunny Citrine has a joyful vibration that transmits outward to those nearby, making it ideal for any setting. Working with Citrine can help one to overcome depression, release anger, and learn effective communication skills. Citrine can activate one’s imagination, bringing more creative visions to a clearer mind. It can enhance one’s optimism in any situation, bringing a more positive outlook into the conscious and subconscious mind. Powered by the Sun, Citrine warms, cleanses, and energizes. Physically, Citrine can support and enhance healing for the spine, the digestive and elimination organs, and the metabolism. Citrine can facilitate detoxification and stimulate circulation. Often used for chronic fatigue, Citrine has a reputation of being able to increase energy and drive.

Green Aventurine comforts, harmonizes, protects the heart, and can help attract love later in life. It is one of the premier stones to attract luck, abundance and success. It has a particularly soothing energy behind it, and is recommended for working through unresolved emotional issues. Green Aventurine is commonly known as a “stone of personal growth”, and offers opportunities for learning about oneself and one’s place in the universe.

Green Aventurine is a great piece to use when working with the Heart Chakra and/or the Water Elements. Physically, Green Aventurine is an all-around healing stone with benefits for the lungs, liver, sinuses, and heart. Use it to loosen and release negativity and energy blockages, including disease. You can wear or carry Green Aventurine to increase intelligence, perception, creativity and even to improve eyesight.

Metaphysically, Turquoise is considered to be a bridge between Heaven/Sky and Earth, grounding us while still remaining open to Spirit. Many Native American cultures believe Turquoise helps to connect the mind to the innite possibilities of the Universe, and Turquoise is considered sacred in many Chinese cultures.

Turquoise is a wonderful companion to use when removing and releasing old behaviors such as self-sabotage and selfmartyrdom that no longer serves in growth.

Turquoise is great for working with the throat Chakra, to foster honest and clear communication from the heart, and with Water and Air Elements. Enhancing intuition, Turquoise also enhances communication between the physical and spiritual realms. Use Turquoise to release old vows, express freely, and ease nerves when speaking in public. Turquoise is a protective and healing stone providing strength and purification for those who need it.

Made from a combination of minerals, including Lazurite, Calcite, and Pyrite, Lapis Lazuli is said to have been in existence since the birth of time, and was used by ancient Hebrews on ceremonial robes.

Lapis Lazuli reminds us of the power of the spoken word and is one of the best stones to use when opening and balancing the Throat Chakra. Lapis Lazuli helps to foster full verbal expression, and clears problems caused by “swallowing your tongue”. Lapis encourages clear, truthful expression when sharing information with others, including an easier voicing/communication of anger.

Physically, Lapis Lazuli helps with the immune system, thyroid and nervous system. It can alleviate headaches, migraines, fevers and pain.