TYPES OF STONES

• Labradorite : Magic, transformation, and intuition. Liken this smoky, mystical-looking stone to a crystal ball metaphysics-utilizes it to tap deeply into intuition, recall lost dreams, and clear up a foggy subconscious. All this should bode well for the major personal transformations and life changes labradorite is said to inspire.
• Moon Stone : Calm, femininity, and inner perspective. Would-be navel gazers, take note: Moonstone could give you that final push to show down and look inward. And much like the moon that it's named for, this stone is a symbol for women everywhere enhancing feminine energy, and offering protection through pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond.
• Turquoise : Self-acceptance, healing, love and an appreciation for nature. It's a cliché that those with a bohemian aesthetic tend to favor turquoise, but maybe it's because the stone has a "back to the roots" kind of mojo. It's said to build unity with the Earth and an appreciation of its beauty. and some even believe it can combat pollution. (If it were only so easy.) This cohesion extends to pursuits of the heart as well, as turquoise is believed to combine female and male energies together as one.
• Amethyst : Peace, clairvoyance, emotional protection, and sobriety. The purple variety of quartz is essentially the yogi of gemstones: it's about staying grounded while maintaining some higher spiritual perspective. Wearing it while meditating is said to deepen the practice and create a heightened awareness; clairvoyants and psychics rely on the stone to amplify intuition and open all spiritual channels. (Many recommend sleeping with amethyst under your pillow in order to thwart insomnia and encourage lucid dreaming). It's also a healing stone, and can provide relief and peace even in the face of addiction and emotional trauma.
• Rose Quartz : Stone of Love & Self-Esteem: Resonate out the love energy into its surrounds, and aid off those nearby such as your nearest & dearest.
• Lapis Lazuli : Truth, wisdom, and power. A longstanding symbol of royalty, lapis is all about power -inner power. Connected with the Third Eye (that is, our intuitive and psychic vision), this blue speckled stone might help expand awareness both inward and out, and open the mind to new ideas. In the same vein, there's no keeping secrets with lapis around, since it's all about promoting honest and expression. Fun fact: It's also said to help with menstrual cramps.
• Carnelian : Leadership & Courage: Emulates motivation, leadership & courage, Attracts prosperity, joy and good luck. Helps overcome difficulties and assist in time of moneyventuring.
• Chrysocolla : Kindness & Expression: Teaches the art of communication & projects the loving heart to others. Enables the truth be heard & expressed. Dissipates negative energy. Alleviates depression & stress. Deepens compassion & kindness.
• Aquamarine : Courage, luck, and inner peace. Aquamarine is said to usher in feelings of self-love, calm, and guidance, and to dispel nerves the perfect cocktail for those on the shier end of the spectrum. And though traveling with something so valuable can be a bit of a gamble, it should be noted that this gem also offers luck and protection particularly to those on the go.