Carnelian stones for self esteem

One of the many varieties of Chalcedony, carnelian stone is thought of as if it was its own separate class of gemstone as far as metaphysical, healing and magickal properties go. Carnelian stones can be found around the world but mainly are mined in Australia, Brazil, Madagascar, India, California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, and Idaho in the U.S.A.; Russia and parts of Africa. Most of the gemstones on the market today are mined in Brazil.

One main Carnelian meaning is as the self esteem gemstones because it is such a powerful motivator. It helps you to overcome the various parts of your personality that may be holding you back allowing you to step out into the world and claim your destiny. Keep a few carnelian stones in your pocket so you can rub it any time you feel excess stress coming on. This can be when in situations that cause anxiety to be high or even when it is due to depression.

The Carnelian meaning of being a Master Communicator, gives you the courage to take charge of your life or stand up in front of the crowd to give the company report or any other time when you need to be the center of attention in a public arena. Carnelian stones works to bring all aspects of yourself into alignment,

Another carnelian meaning is as a major grounding gemstone, carnelian stones help you to focus on where you are currently at in life and to get you through times of stress so you can concentrate on your confidence. If you happen to become a little loss for words, don't sweat it, just draw upon the energies of your carnelian stone and allow your inspiration to bloom and your creativity to find solutions.

As a healing gemstone, carnelian stones have been used to relieve pain. It aligns all aspects of self, bringing the mind, body and soul into alignment for optimum health. Are you in a mental rut and need to get back on track? Carnelian stones gives you the ambition and drive you need to succeed and sets you on the path to success in both the long and short terms. It can help you make decisions and make your life experiences more enjoyable.

Chakra healers connect Carnelian stones to the spleen chakra which is known as the center for creative, sexual and emotional energies. As the energies are unblocked and start to flow through the chakras, you become more deeply connected to your body, friends, family and lovers making you a more spontaneous, loving and giving person.

Carnelian stones are used for all types of disorders dealing with the sexual organs. It helps men with impotence and prostate troubles and women with menstrual and fertility problems.

Know someone that is having problems dealing with their temper? Use this carnelian meaning to calm their anger and give them other outlets to let go of that pent up energy. All it takes is giving them a carnelian stone to wear or carry.

During the Renaissance era, people would keep carnelian stones in their homes to prevent negative magick (curses) from being place on them or their families. When you consider how strong carnelian's grounding abilities are, this makes perfect sense because it can easily deal with grounding out any negativity set your way.

Make an elixir by soaking carnelian stones in water overnight. You can use the elixir to treat skin wounds to speed healing and prevent infection. To ease joint pain, wash the affected joint in the elixir and when possible, soak a rag in elixir that has been heated. Wrap the joint in the warm elixir and allow it to do its work.

If you suffer from any type of lung problems you can take advantage of this carnelian meaning by simply wearing a carnelian stone on a chain around your neck so it hangs between the lungs. This will not only help heal the lungs but to clear them of excess fluids. Carnelian stones promotes personal power, increase magical abilities, increases fertility and creativity and is also good to prevent the jealousy of others.

If you need to speak in public whether it be for your job, at your child's school, a government board meeting or anywhere else, carry carnelian stones in your pocket so it will help you come up with the right words to say so your speech makes a positive impact.

Want to find out who you were in your past life? Take carnelian stones to bed with you. Just before laying down, ask the stone to show you who you were in a prior life. When you lay down, put the gemstones near your head. (under your pillow is fine) As you start to go to sleep, visualize yourself going back in time to a time prior to your birth. Be sure to make note of any dreams you have as soon as you awaken so it doesn't slip away from you.

If you or someone you know is having a hard time coming to terms with the cycle of life (death), keep carnelian stones around. It helps to bring acceptance and allows you to move on with your life.

Makes a great stone for actors and actresses because it ot only give confidence but also helps you memorize your lines and repeat them back when the stress of the stage lights is at it's highest.

Was used as an ancient remedy for fever. Wrap the feet with one or more stones placed on the sole of the feet and allow the stones to pull the fever from the body.

Chakra: Sacral

Astrological Sign: Aries

Vibrates to numbers 5 and 6

Element: Fire

Planet: Saturn