Oh, We love Amethyst!
Amethyst is in the quartz family and therefore, one of the master healers. Its color goes from the soft lilac to deep purple and the white bands in the chevron amethyst. Have you seen black amethyst? Check out this beauty for a "black-tie affair".
Black amethyst
Yes, we do! Why?
We love amethyst for its beauty and high vibration but are we taking advantage of everything this crystal has to offer? As a master healer, amethyst supports the immune system and helps with many physical, psychological, and/or behavioral conditions.
Amethyst opens, clears, and balances the crown energy center or chakra. This chakra feeds key systems and parts of our body: the nervous system, neurological functions, and behavioral centers. Basically, everything related to the brain and its functions. This crystal supports the health and proper functioning of the nervous system and alleviates migraines, mood swings, depression, and sleeping disorders. Use this master healer any day combined with rose quartz to lower anxiety and promote restful sleep.
About addiction and substance abuse
Yes, there is some truth to the old lore about substance addiction. This crystal's name comes from the Greek word amethustos, meaning "not intoxicated". The ancient myths say amethyst prevents the individual from becoming drunk and stays clear-headed instead. Based on this belief, the ancient Greeks decorated their wine goblets with amethyst to make the wine powerless. They also wore it in their bodies to prevent intoxication, uncontrollable passions, and overindulgence. The belief in amethyst's ability to control and transform spread to other cultures and religions. For example, in the bishop rings as a reminder of divine compassion and to not become "drunk" with power.
Please understand amethyst is not the antidote for intoxication, addictive behavior or substance abuse as the ancient Greeks believed. Yes, intention is the main component and so is inviting the energy but let's remember how crystals work. The frequency of the energy body (our personal vibration) must be synchronized with that of the crystal. The personal vibration will be building up to that point to promote calm, and peace and to lower anxiety. As a crown chakra crystal, it makes the overall state of being become clearer and increases awareness. The resulting state of being helps to stay away from the crutch of addictions and substance abuse.
Always seek professional advice if you or a loved one is struggling with mental disease or substance abuse.
Using amethyst every day
Amethyst is the dream stone. If you want to experience lucid dreaming, place it under your pillow or nightstand. Incorporating this crystal in your mediation practice will restore your connection with Source and your Higher Self. It will also help to access memories of the Akash. You will become more open to receive guidance and experience an increase of your intuitive abilities.
There are all sorts of amethyst jewelry. You can wear it every day as you will find it in rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants, and necklaces. If you don't wear jewelry or prefer something more discrete, there is always the medicine pouch. This is a fun and creative way to have the benefits of this crystal with you all the time. Just pick a fabric pouch and place tumbled pieces in it or combine them with other crystals. Anything from the quartz family makes a powerful combination.
Whether you need healing emotional conditions or if you are ready to transform your energy, amethyst is your crystal.
