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Gems are usually seen as aspects of beautiful pieces of ornamental jewelry that adorn lucky men and women. Gems are pleasing to the eye and have thus been worn by a countless number of people over the years, but also have other uses not so commonly attributed. Gems and some other precious elements have also been used for thousands of years as healing stones to treat several types of physical and mental ailments. Those who take advantage of gems in this way believe that the energy that was necessary to craft the stone out of the Earth’s natural elements is embodied in the gem.

Some other natural items used for jewelry, like coral and silver, are also believed to have similarly curative properties. Because different types of stones and natural items require different physical circumstances to be created, every type of gem or natural precious material contains a different form of energy that can be harnessed to address many real problems.

 

How are gems related to my Well Being?

Gems are commonly used to align the seven chakras. Chakras refer to the different types of energies we all hold in ourselves that influence the way we think and feel. Many believe that most physical and mental problems are caused by an imbalance of the seven chakras.

The seven chakras are associated with different gems according to their colors; for example, a red gem helps you connect to the physical world and maximize your physical and mental strength. According to the ideals of gem healing, adorning jewelry with red gemstones or keeping a red rubbing stone with you will help you feel more grounded and strong than you have been feeling lately.

What makes gems good healing stones?

Gems are created when incredibly strong natural forces bring certain elements together, producing an eye-pleasing stone. The tiny crystals that make up the stones are in constant movement, emitting a radiofrequency wave and energy frequency due to this movement. This field is different based on the stone’s geometric form, color, and finishing.

The color of the stone is especially important because the play of light in the stone has a direct effect on how we interact with the stone and whether it has calming, strengthening, healing, or other effects. It is no wonder that these stones can influence our health – it is almost as if these stones are alive themselves!

 

What are some common healing stones or elements?

Amethyst

Amethyst is a gemstone that is easy to find and, with a pink-purple color, a rather attractive and calming stone to wear as jewelry. It is known as a stone of “change, protection, and enlightenment”, enhancing spirituality and serenity.

Coral

Coral is a dazzling natural element that has recently been incorporated into a great deal of jewelry and ornamentation. Usually in an orange-reddish color, coral is known to help with “intuition, imagination, and visualization”. It is often recommended for those battling depression because it is believed to calm emotions and bring peace. It is great for re-aligning the chakras.

Silver

Silver has been used for centuries as a form of monetary exchange and adornment for both people and objects. Most people do not know, however, that silver is also a natural substance that can help your health. Medically speaking, it is sometimes used to fight bacterial and viral infections. When paired with a gemstone, it is thought to enhance its properties. Now you can really enjoy wearing all those silver rings with beautiful inset gems!

 

Many of our common ailments are too small to see a doctor about and thus go ignored. Why not try out the healing and calming effects of gemstones and natural precious items to subtly better yourself while looking great?

 

Do you have a favorite gemstone you like to wear?

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