Black Agate

Zodiacs: Capricorn, Gemini, Virgo

Chakra: All, but Primarily Root

Element: Earth

Planetary Association: Moon

Number Vibration: 7

Known as the Stone of New Beginnings, Change & Transition, this is a great addition to anyone’s spiritual toolbox. In Ancient Mesopotamia, Black Agate was a symbol of power and authority and legend has it that Eagles carry Agate to their nests to protect their young.

While Black Agate can stabilize and cleanse your Chakra System, it primarily works in the Root Chakra focusing on safety, stability and steadfastness in the face of chaos. Those who are stuck in grief and bereavement can use this stone to bring more peace and inner strength to move through the process with a little more ease and grace. This crystal helps to release emotional traumas, anger, anxiety and resentment as well as keeping the peace in stressful environments (including your home and workplace). If you are in the process of setting new boundaries, you can use Black Agate to stay strong and to practice “tough love.” This power packed stone also assists in seeing the truth of a situation and aids in making more practical decisions by calming your emotional state.

Howlite

Zodiacs: Gemini, Virgo, Scorpio

Chakra: Crown, Root, Soul Star, Earth Star

Element: Air

Planetary Association: Earth

Number Vibration: 2

Howlite is one of our most prescribed stones for insomnia as it can alleviate the mental mind chatter that keeps many people from falling asleep; however, the benefits of Howlite go much further. This crystal resonates with both the Crown and the Root Chakra (as well as the Soul Star above the crown and the Earth Star below the root) opening a portal of energy on opposite ends of your spirit body. This allows you to fully connect to Gaia, Pachamama or Mother Earth and all her energy while staying connected to your Higher Self.  Howlite helps ease the weight of the world you carry on your shoulders, making it easier for you to find your inner strength and stand tall. Harnessing this inner strength assists you in taking steps towards healing and processing grief and sadness.  In addition, Howlite can bring awareness to toxic patterns and past life trauma that are ready to heal as well as aiding you in finding and achieving your purpose.  Pineal Gland activation can also occur working with this stone, leading to an increase in spiritual awareness and communication with the higher realms.