Gem of the week - Tourmaline

This week we are focusing on the lovely gemstone, Tourmaline.

Tourmaline is found in many locations across the globe including: Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Brazil, USA, Pakistan and Mozambique to name a few.


It is said to symbolize wealth, friendship and love and has healing properties including regulating blood pressure, strengthening the heart muscle and nervous system. Also it is said to stimulate the digestive system and immune system.



Tourmaline is linked to a number of star signs based on colour. Blue Tourmaline is linked to Libra, green to Capricorn and pink/ red to Scorpio.



Application and care of Tourmaline is as follows: should be discharged once a month under running water and recharged by placing it in direct sunlight for a few hours, except for pink Tourmaline which should not be charged in sunlight but rather in an amethyst geode.



*Information cited from: Healing Crystals and Gemstones by Dr. Flora Peschek-Bohmer and Gisela Schreiber

Meditation Offerings & Gemstones!

For many of us, meditation is an extremely important part of our lives. The space you choose for your meditation should be special, and located in an area where you can sit either on a meditation cushion or a chair comfortably, while enjoying your time alone.

If you have the ability to assign a personal space, where you can spend a few moments or longer, just enjoying the benefits that meditation brings to your body and your inner being...you will understand the importance of adding items to your meditation area that would inspire you.

Often, a personal meditation space includes items that instill calmness, happiness and inspiration to continue your practice. Offerings are a small way to personalize and introduce a balanced environment. Pictures, incense, statues and Gemstones are often the "offerings of choice".

Gemstones, with their own beneficial Metaphysical Properties, can bring a grounded feeling to your practice, and is a wonderful way of giving back something precious during your meditation session. The beauty and natural essence of gemstones would be a wonderful addition to your surroundings.

Enjoy your quiet time!

*Bracelet shown: Gemstone Jade Fluorite Meditation Bracelet by VintageBohemian, available for $16.99.

CITRINE - Metaphysical Properties

CITRINE

Helps digestion and aids in mental and intellectual functions. Increases self-esteem and energy. Balances and dissipates negative energy.