Healing Stones Glossary — courage

Rudraksha tree grows on mountains and hilly region of Nepal, Indonesia, Java, Sumatra and Burma. Used since ancient time for increasing the spiritual power, self-confidence, and courage and for building a positive attitude in multidiscipline area. By meditating with a Rudraksha mala or by wearing rudraksha against the skin, it is believed to increase the ability to concentrate, giving clarity and peace of mind, improve memory and relieve stress and anxiety. Rudraksha is also known to slow the aging process, increase stamina, reduce blood pressure, strengthen the heart and balances the nervous system. Not only that but the auspicious Rudraksha beads are believed to bestow divine protection and increase abundance and prosperity.

Lava is a stone of strength and courage. It allows one the opportunity for stability throughout changes in their life. Lava stone is, in essence, the solid form of fire. It is, therefore, a stone that is associated with the Phoenix and rebirth. 

Since the stone is the result of almost violent natural events, it is considered a strong stone and one that assists the wearer to succeed in desperate circumstances. As it comes from and is of the earth, lava stone is reputed to assist the wearer to be more in tune with Mother Earth. These stones also contain the powerful energy of the volcano that created them, this means that they are excellent to aid healing… especially when you are feeling depressed or lacking energy and vitality.

Picasso Jasper often resembles a beautiful painting.  It is a stone that reminds us to celebrate and enjoy life.  Picasso Jasper assists in the transformation of relationships.  It attracts like-minded people who become loyal and trusted friends, as well as helping to renew old friendships that had been lost.  It has strong grounding and calming qualities and helps to engender strength and self-discipline.

Carnelian imparts a veritable zest for life, imparting a positive, revitalizing energy. It gives courage and promotes positive life choices. Carnelian is a powerful protector against anger, envy or resentment and banishes negativity, replacing it with love of life.

"Water of the Sea," Aquamarine can help you speak your highest truth. It comforts in times of physical, emotional and karmic release while supporting one through the process. It aids a life of service as it shields and protects. This stone enhances communication and promotes spiritual awareness. This peaceful stone evokes the same healing properties as the sea~ calm, tranquil and flowing. In ancient lore, Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness. Aquamarine encourages the ideal of service to the world and to the development of a humanity attuned to healing. It emits a gentle and compassionate energy, promoting moderation and responsibility for ones’ actions. It inspires judgmental people to be more tolerant and helps those overwhelmed by responsibility to find order. Aquamarine is a Water element stone, powerful for cleansing the emotional body and opening communication. Its gentle energy brings emotional patterns to the surface and assists in understanding the reason for holding onto old thoughts or patterns that are limiting forward motion.

Amazonite is a mint green to aqua green stone said to be of truth, honor, communication, integrity hope and trust. It is said to enhance intuition, creativity and intellect. It helps you receive inspiration from the heart and then motivates you to take action on the inspired thought. It heals the after-effects of emotional trauma and emotional disturbances. It dispels worry and fear and inspires a deep sense of hopefulness and fundamental well-being- that inner knowing that everything will be all right and that we are all beloved and precious children of the Divine.

Tibetan Agate is an all-round healing gemstone. It is known for healing the mind body and spirit, and healing and organizing surrounding environments. It has a stabilizing effect on the body, cleansing at the physical and emotional level.

This agate in particular produces strength, power and courage, enhances truthfulness and brings forth understanding. Tibetan Agates are also known as Tibetan Dzi agates. Dzi (pronounced as zeeee…) originated from Tibet and the Himalayan mountains. In Tibetan this word can simply be translated to bring good meanings of “splendor, brightness and shine”. It comes in different shapes and sizes and is dark colored agate bead etched with a number of eyes, heavenly patterns and auspicious symbols.

The dZi is originated from Tibet and is endorsed by all to possess protective, enhancing, curative and healing powers. It often brings fantastic good fortune, prosperity, wealth and good health to the owner as well. Wearing the powerful dzi is believed to dissipate such negativities depending on their patterns and usage.

Lava is a stone of strength and courage. It allows one the opportunity for stability throughout changes in their life. Lava stone is, in essence, the solid form of fire. It is, therefore, a stone that is associated with the Phoenix and rebirth. Since the stone is the result of almost violent natural events, it is considered a strong stone and one that assists the wearer to succeed in desperate circumstances. As it comes from and is of the earth, lava stone is reputed to assist the wearer to be more in tune with Mother Earth. As these stones also contain the powerful energy of the volcano that created them, this means that they are excellent to aid healing… especially when you are feeling depressed or lacking energy and vitality.