Healing Stones

Gemstones are one of the latest wellness trends, with celebrities from Victoria Beckham to Katy Perry extolling their benefits.

By Joanna Lewis Enthusiasts state that when placed in the home or worn on the body, gemstones help draw out negative energy, have healing powers, and can help bring a sense of calm in a busy world.

Gemstones have been used across the world for centuries, and evidence of their use has been found throughout ancient cultures, including the Egyptians,

Mayans, and Sumerians, who regularly used these sacred stones in their buildings and jewellery.

There are hundreds of different gemstones, each used for different reasons. To choose a gemstone that’s right for you, first identify how you are feeling and what you are missing in your life. From there, just let your intuition choose which one’s right for you. Here are some of the most popular.

Rose quartz Often referred to as the love crystal, rose quartz is commonly used to attract and keep love, helping to forge trust, respect, and harmony in all different kinds of relationships. Rose quartz is also said to help heal a broken heart, providing comfort and calm during times of grief. It can also help encourage love, respect, trust, and self-worth.

Amethyst Healing and purifying, this stone can help rid the mind of negative thoughts and bring about a sense of humility, sincerity, and spiritual wisdom. Amethyst is reported to help boost hormone production, cleanse blood, and relieve pain and stress. A great stone for those who like to over-indulge in a drink or two, as amongst its many healing powers it is also said to help promote sobriety and even to help cure hangovers.

Moonstone A great gemstone to carry with you if you are starting a new job. Moonstone is known to help with new beginnings, encouraging inner growth and strength, while promoting positive thinking. Moonstone is said to help soothe feelings of stress and instability, while helping to bring success and good fortune.

Jade

Jade has been highly prized for years, especially in China. Known for its balancing properties and healing powers, jade is also said to bring good luck. Jade can come in a wide variety of colours, each with different healing properties, however, green jade is amongst the most popular. Jade is also known as the stone of eternal youth, making it a go-to gemstone for facial treatments.

Tiger eye Often used to help maintain and grow wealth, tiger eye is also said to help keep feelings of stress and anxiety in check. Use this stone when you’re trying to make room in your life for something like a new job or a relationship, or when you need to bring a sense of harmony and balance to your life. Tiger eye is also said to help nurture creativity.

Celestine Help aid your mental and physical wellbeing with Celestine. Known for its calming and balancing powers, this gemstone is also said to help bring clarity and peace of mind during times of stress. This beautiful blue-hued stone is also said to help lift your mood, bring joy to your life, and help ensure a good night’s sleep.