Stones for Strength

VALERIE SMITH: Having strength does not mean to be hard or unbending. When we are strong, we are able to face all circumstances of life with a stable and steady manner. We can make decisions and choices with a clear mind, holding a healthy mental and emotional IQ.

Sometimes having strength means to give some slack, let go and trust, instead of trying to control the outcome. This strength gives us the ability to maintain good health, healthy relationships and a strong and positive outlook on life.

The following are six stones which hold energy that can help us hold strength in our relationships, our body and life in general. Putting all of these stones together in a medicine pouch to wear will help us to improve our inner strength, making life seem easier or at least less complicated. If we place all of these stones in a healing grid or genesa crystal (a sacred geometry shape which will emit the energy it holds to the surrounding area) in our home in the health and family area, the energies will benefit the entire family.

Black Onyx is a great stone to help us take action. It gives us strength to move through the hard times and gives us the ability to find a way to make things work out. Energetically, it also protects us from the negative thoughts of others. When we are not influenced by negative thoughts we are able to hold positive energy, and to feel good about life as a whole. Our body is also energized by this stone giving us more strength to take on athletic endeavours whether for personal physical health or for sports. We can use Black Onyx to ground our energy and to stay strong and true to our goals.

Dalmation Stone is full of surprises. It helps us to connect to the animal kingdom so we are more compassionate to their needs. We will better understand our pets resulting in their being happy and content, and we will be more aware of our impact on the environmental habit of animals in the wild. Dalmatian Stone also helps us to overcome our fear of animals. A surprising stone, it also assists families to understand each other, to work and play together as a team. This is true for other groups too. Dalmatian Stone will hold a group of people together to create a strong bond and strength of purpose. The most intriguing trait Dalmatian Stone offers, is that it help us to stay in our physical body in times of trauma, like a car accident. It assists us in staying grounded so we are present enough to know what to do in the situation.

Green Aventurine holds a wonderful soft energy, which helps us to hold our power in a Tao manner. The way of the Tao is to use a gentle or yin energy which accomplishes much more than a forceful or aggressive energy ever could. With Green Aventurine we can find our leadership in life. We make good decisions in all we do, whether in how we relate to others or for making healthy choices for our self. It also heals our emotions and encourages us to be more forgiving. We know when to be open and trusting and we know when to hold our boundaries in a healthy way. Life just feels better when keeping the energy of Green Aventurine nearby. It brings a sense of well-being and satisfaction to our life.

Gaia Stone is a man made obsidian stone, which is created from the volcanic ash of Mount St. Helen. This translucent stone which can be green, blue, yellow, orange, brown or clear, holds the energy of appreciation for the earth. This helps us to be aware of our impact on the earth as we begin to live in a greener way. Gaia Stone also helps us learn to appreciate our own uniqueness, and to see what we personally have to offer. It holds a strong earth energy, which helps us to heal our heart, emotions and traumas from the past. It is thought to hold the 'soul of the earth'. Our connection to the Divine Feminine through this stone gives us a compassion that knows no boundaries. As a result we are a more responsible citizen of mother earth.

Carnelian, a beautiful orange stone, not only gives us space to feel our emotions and allow them to heal, but it will bring the family closer together. It helps us to recognize how important family is and reminds us to always think of the group when making decisions. We become aware that we are not alone in our emotional life, and that those we love the most can help us during our high emotional times. It teaches us to reach out to others when we need strength and support, and also to be there for others when they are in need. Carnelian also brings out our creativity and passion for what we want in life. It helps us strive to do more and be more.

Ruby in Fuschite is a beautiful green fuschite stone imbedded with pink ruby which brings us vitality and good health. It recharges and renews the body's organs, helping us to stay healthy and strong. It can also be used to build our strength after a long illness. The fuschite energy of this stone will not only strengthen the ruby energy within, but guide it to where the energy is most needed in our body. Fuschite also helps to build our self-esteem, and can be helpful in releasing co-dependency tendencies, allowing the ruby to assist us in living our passion.

If you wish to use just one of these stones, choose the one that speaks to you. What do you most need in your life? Spending time with a single stone can help you really zone in on a particular area of your life, and get to know yourself better so you can be the best you. Pocket stone, necklace, bracelet or even earrings are a great way to hold the stone energy near you. As always, clear your stones regularly, so the brilliance of their energy can be felt and used to your advantage. Blessed Be.