Name of crystal: Amethyst
Common sources: Brazil, Uruguay, South Africa, Madagascar, India
Astrological associations: Virgo, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces
Chakra: Crown
Healing qualities: A crystal with many healing aspects, amethyst offers an overall protection while striking a balance in your physical, emotional and mental state. The purple crystallized quartz also magnifies the energy of other crystals, and is useful for purification during ceremonies
Physical qualities: Amethyst works by tackling the root causes of diseases such as bacterial and viral infections and aids in providing relief for headaches and migraines, while guarding against insomnia and nightmares.
Emotional/spiritual: Bringing about a calming effect, amethysts helps in soothing nerves and easing tensions and over sensitivity, including coping with strong emotional energies such as grief. It can also be used to enhance your aura and spirituality, or as an aid for meditation.
Magical and mystical qualities: Protects against paranormal harm and malice while attracting good luck.
Reference: The Crystal Healer – Philip Permutt, Crystals for Health – Cassandra
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Name of crystal: Citrine
Common source: Brazil
Astrological association: Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra
Chakras: Solar plexus
Healing qualities: Known as the “money stone”, citrine ushers in abundance and wealth. It is also known to help with self-empowerment, creative pursuits and problem-solving
Physical qualities: Citrine is good for the digestive system as well as liver related disorders. It also helps with nausea and tissue regeneration.
Emotional/spiritual qualities: Great for working on the self-esteem, and removing of emotional toxins, it is also helpful for relationships and to maintain an yin/yang balance
Magical and mystical qualities: A natural citrine tumbled stone clears unfriendly ghosts when it catches the light. Alternatively, you can sprinkle citrine elixir to prevent negative energies from returning
Reference: The Crystal Healer – Philip Permutt, Crystal for Health – Cassandra Eason
