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Garnets
Each of the goddesses we will explore moving forward is associated with powerful gemstones that have both mystical symbolism and healing attributes.
Oya, the goddess of change, is linked with red stones, particularly garnet. Interestingly, her chakra is the Root (the Base) which is the Red Vibration. This is where your change, or transformation begins. Let’s explore how the beautiful, deep red garnet can assist you in your journey to the new you.Garnet extracts negative energy from the body and promotes health. It is a powerful stone for putting "force" behind creativity that leads to action and results. Garnet aids in the process of self-discovery by integrating one's experiences and emotions with the intellect. When worn or carried, garnet can provide protection and vitality.
There are countless beliefs regarding the various benefits of wearing a garnet to promote good health. In ancient and medieval times, the symbolism of color played a very important part in recommending the use of particular stones for special diseases. Garnets were worn to enhance bodily strength, endurance and vigor. It was widely believed to be extremely beneficial to wear a garnet when one had to exert oneself.
Garnet’s virtues have been long believed to include
passion
true friendship
fidelity
success
self-esteem
loyalty
devotion
energy
faith
consistency
truth
Garnet has been believed to be extremely beneficial in the realm of business as well. The stone causes people to be attracted to the wearer, which aids in business, as well as in personal success. It is especially beneficial to those people whose business is people-oriented.
The stone is an ideal choice for people who are entering new realms, for example, people who are moving to a new city. Furthermore, the garnet aids in giving strength to the business minded person. Any sort of crisis is turned into challenge under the garnet’s influence.
Garnet also has many virtues when it comes to love and sex as there is a strong aspect of sexual and sensual energy in garnets. The stone is said to balance the sex drive. It supposedly aids in sexual potency and fertility, brings out sexual attraction and frees ones sensual side to release passion and love. Garnet moves a couple deeper into a passionate and sensual exploration of sexual magic. The stone inspires commitment, monogamous and stable marriage, and promises one’s love, devotion, and fidelity with surety. It can also aid in finding true lovers.
Perhaps the strongest virtue of the garnet, is its ability to help one overcome depression. The stone has been known to
- dissolve ingrained behavior patterns that are no longer positive
- bypass resistance or self-induced unconscious sabotage
- aid in letting go of useless or old ideas
- revitalize, purify and balance energy, bringing serenity or passionate as appropriate
- remove inhibitions, taboos, anger and discord
- alleviate emotional disharmony
- bring on a calming influence
- protect the wearer from being affected by the unwanted energy of others
- strengthen the survival instinct in a crisis, or in extremely traumatic situations, bring courage and hope where it seems like there is no way out
All in all, the stone keeps depression at bay. It promotes self-confidence and allows one’s inner spirit to radiate.
The bracelets pictured are made of several types of garnets and garnet Swarovski crystals. Wear them next to your skin and let these beautiful stones help guide you to your new perfect self.For more information on garnets, please visit www.jewelsforme.com
Jewelry is available at Baubo’s Garden
