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Citrine

This naturally heated quartz varies from pale to

golden yellow. Relatively rare but relevant for

relieving skin problems and allergies caused by

food, citrine is believed to be effective against

stress caused by excess of physical and

mental exertion. It is a gem suitable for

fi tness centres, as it exudes positive benefi ts

on one’s health. It is also said that keeping a

piece of citrine at the wealth corner (kubera

moole) of the house stabilises fi nancial

aspects of the family.

Carnelian

Known to possess passive female energies,

this semiprecious gemstone available in a zesty

orange, has a history of alleviating menstrual

and menopausal problems. Carnelian also aids

in overcoming sexual anxieties, while in certain

cultures, it is worn to overcome eating disorders. In

today’s contemporary society, it is also named as

thinking stone by modern day gemmologists, akin

to the ancient Indian mythological gemstone called

Chintamani used by Indian Gods.

Aquamarine

Varying in hues, from a clear light blue to bluish

green, this commonly available gemstone is useful

in hot climates to keep the body and mind relaxed

and cool. It is a stone which helps in controlling

anger and known to stabilise moods. It has also been

observed that aquamarine acts as a ‘problem solver’

at work place as it helps promote productivity of the

team. An interesting feature of soothing aquamarine

is its characteristic tone; the deeper and purer the

blue, the more effective it is.

Rose quartz

Nature abounds in amiably pink rose quartz, but

its kin, star rose quartz is quite the rarity. Rich in

properties known to heal stress related headaches

and mild depressions, a rose quartz crystal is a

good addition to one’s bedroom as it helps in a good

night’s sleep. It also helps alleviate stress, especially

related to anger, self-guilt and realisation.

Jade

Jade is regarded as a spiritual stone used to organise

and gather energies of the soul, effective in healing

and balance of the mind and is found in a pleasant

green. Other uncommon shades of jade include

variants of orange and yellow. It is widely believed

that water stored in jade bowls overnight and

consumed in the morning is immensely benefi cial

and salutary. The stone is widely used for making a

variety of household items across the world and are

made part of households for overall wellbeing.

Amethyst

Formerly, amethyst was a favourite gemstone of high

offi cials and priests of the Christian Church – for it

encouraged love of God and promoted selfl essness.

Amethyst is useful in dispelling rage, anger, fear,

anxiety and it encourages spirituality which is an

essential element for good health and wellness,

making it a befi tting stone for wellness centres.

Amethyst helps balance emotional highs and lows

which is a mandate in combating negative health.

Gem literature also suggests that for best results,

amethyst may be moved around the body, or be

worn as a necklace, close to heart, at the throat

as a pendant or as a fi nger ring on the middle

fi nger. Rough amethyst clusters and geodes (crystal

amethyst rocks) can also be placed in the living

areas, or under the pillow.

Even while gem therapy is an ancient science,

their esoteric and mysticism qualities is perhaps

replaced by quasi-rational acceptance of their ability

to harbour good energies, health, wellness and

prosperity for people across the world.

“Rose quartz

crystal is a good

addition to one’s

bedroom as it

helps in a good

night’s sleep”

Dr N Chandrashekar

Astrologer, palmist

and gemmologist

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