the power of beads

Beads and precious metals hold an elemental power that transcends time, place and culture.
Below are some of the healing and restorative properties associated with gemstones and metals:

Agate is a form of chalcedony.  It is believed that agates provide the wearer with strength and courage as well as the ability to discern the truth and accept reality.  Agate is a powerful healer because it both tones and invigorates the mind and body.

Amber is formed from fossilized resin from prehistoric pine trees. Amber has healing properties especially for the endocrine system, spleen and heart.

Amethyst is a form of quartz.  It fortifies the endocrine and immune systems as well as increasing right brain activity. The amethyst helps calm mental disorders in addition to cleansing the blood and boosting energy. Amethysts are used for purification and regeneration on all levels. The stone helps cut through illusion and enhances psychic abilities.

Aquamarine is a type of beryl. It calms nerves and reduces fluid retention while fortifying the kidneys, liver, spleen and thyroid. By purifying the body, aquamarine intensifies clarity of mind and self-expression thereby dispelling fears and phobias.

Bloodstone is a form of chalcedony.  Bloodstone fortifies and cleanses the bloodstream invigorating both physical and mental vitality.

Carnelian is a form of chalcedony. Known as an excellent healer, carnelian vitalizes mental, emotional and physical well being. It is known for stimulating the blood and helping the kidneys, lungs, liver, gallbladder and pancreas. Carnelian is used to elevate concentration.

Chrysoprase is a form of quartz. Used to bring out inner talents, chrysoprase eases depression and sexual imbalance while promoting insight into personal problems.

Citrine is a form of quartz.  Known for promoting self-esteem, hope, and lightheartedness, citrine helps detoxify the mind, body and spirit, enhancing the body’s healing energy while decreasing self-destructive tendencies.

Copper influences the flow of blood energizing the body and mind.

Garnet enhances the imagination while cleansing and fortifying various body systems especially the bloodstream.

Gold purifies and stimulates the body by vitalizing circulation and the central nervous system. Gold attracts positive energy into the aura while it balances the hemispheres of the brain and helps with tissue regeneration.

Jade dispels negativity and radiates unconditional love.  Known for increasing longevity and fertility, jade fortifies the heart, kidneys and the immune system.  Jade is associated with wisdom, courage, modesty, and justice.

Jaspers (All Colors) are forms of chalcedony.  Jasper is known as a powerful healer with specific emphasis on the
liver, gallbladder, and bladder.

Lapis Lazuli is known to enhance spirituality, creativity, and mental clarity. Known for strengthening the skeletal system, lapis releases tension and anxiety.

Moonstone is known as an emotional balancer by lessening over-reactions and relieving anxiety. The stone has a healing connection with the stomach, spleen, pancreas and the pituitary gland.

Opal helps connect with highest aspects of one’s being.  It enhances intuition, balances emotions, and vitalizes the pineal and pituitary glands. 

Peridot stimulates the mind, accelerates personal growth, and reduces stress. Known for balancing the glandular system, the stone is beneficial for the heart, pancreas, spleen and liver.

Quartz Crystal (clear) dispels negativity in one’s own energy field and environment. It helps balance emotions, stimulate the brain, and activate energy.

Rose Quartz enhances self-confidence and creativity while reducing stress and tension.  It increases fertility and helps with both sexual and emotional imbalance. Rose quartz promotes development of love, forgiveness, and compassion.

Silver is an excellent energy conductor and promotes emotional balance.  It is related to the moon,  the unconscious and the female. Silver fortifies the blood as well as the pineal and pituitary glands. 

Smoky Quartz helps with depression while increasing fertility and balancing sexual energy. It is mildly sedative and relaxing.

Tiger’s Eye is a form of chalcedony.  It stimulates the connection with personal power while helping to soften stubbornness.  It is a good emotional balancer and helps with the spleen, pancreas, digestive organs and the colon.

Tourmaline (all colors) is a form of quartz. It enhances sensitivity and understanding and has a strong protective influence. Tourmaline is a powerful healer helping with concentration and inspiration. It relieves negativity, assists sleep and fortifies the mind and body.

Turquoise is preferred for creative expression, peace of mind, communication, friendship, loyalty and emotional
balance. It tones and fortifies the entire body as well as helping with tissue regeneration, circulation and the respiratory system
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