Healing stones are usually tumbled or shaped into wands.
Healing with stones requires a combination of intuition and basic knowledge, and involves a multistage process of selection, cleansing and tuning. In "Natural Healing Wisdom & Know How," Amy Rost discusses how the "extremely high and exact" vibrations of certain stones and crystals have brought about their use in science, as well as their reputation for having physical and psychic healing properties.
Amethyst
The name of this purple stone comes from the Greek word for "not intoxicating," indicating the long history of its use for help with addiction. Amethyst is also useful for circulatory and nervous system issues.
Aventurine
This variety of quartz, which is most frequently green, is effective in healing disorders and infections of the heart. If you have high blood pressure or cholesterol, or if you suffer from migraines, you could benefit from aventurine.
Bloodstone
Bloodstone boosts general health, strength and energy. This versatile variety of chalcedony also reportedly strengthens the heart, shrinks tumors and detoxifies the blood. It is generally dark green with red flecks.
Citrine
The urinary tract, digestive system and kidneys all respond to citrine. A variety of quartz, citrine appears in shades of red, orange and brown, and can help relieve headaches
Hematite
Those with headaches, kidney problems and poor circulation benefit from hematite, which also assists in tissue regeneration. This dark gray to black stone sometimes contains red spots.
Jade
If you have kidney or bladder disorders, jade is beneficial. This green stone is also useful for assisting childbirth and healing the nervous system and eyes.
Lapis Lazuli
Often flecked with pyrite, lapis lazuli is deep blue in color. It benefits the immune system and energy levels and aids with respiratory and nervous system disorders.
Malachite
Malachite stimulates tissue regeneration and boosts healing. It is green, sometimes with variegated patterns, and can help those with dyslexia.
Ruby
Ranging in color from light pink to deep red, rubies assist the circulatory system and heart. They are also useful if you need an energy boost.
Sapphire
Sapphire is a regulating gem that can balance the body. It relaxes you and can benefit your vision and circulatory system. Although it appears in shades of red, gray, black or yellow, blue sapphires are probably the best-known variety.
Topaz
For improved vision, try topaz. This stone is yellow, blue and sometimes green, and helps in reducing stress levels as well.
Turquoise
Most often seen in colors ranging between green and blue, turquoise promotes general healing and improved endurance. It can also aid with respiratory problems.
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