“Stone of Self-Mastery”

Chakra(s): Root, Solar Plexus and Third-Eye

Energy Vibration: 6

Energy:

Protection

Healing

Grounding

Protection:

Captures and Grounds Psychic Attack

Protects against Adversaries

Protects against Black Magick

Blocks negative influences.

Stimulates:

Grounding

All The Senses

Inner-Strength

Concentration

Self-Mastery

Self-Discipline

Intuition

Metaphysical Properties:

• Prevents the draining of personal energy
• Absorbs and transforms negative energy
• Fosters decision making
• Excellent stone for centering and alignment of the total person with a Higher Power.
• Used to end unhappy relationships
• Heighten one’s intuition and instinct
• Helps one to realize material goals
• Helps one become the master of their own future
• Encourages a healthy egotism
• Creates invisibility
• Fortifies self-confidence
• Balances the male and female polarities within each person
• Helps one regain emotional balance
• Anchors and stabilizes one to elevate fears and worries
• Protects against black magic, as well as defends against negativity directed towards the wearer
• Helps banish negativity or people from one’s life
• Provide the wearer with strength, both physical and mental.

Healing Properties:

• Past Life Issues/Old Wounds
• Teeth
• Bones
• Blood Disorders
• Epilepsy
• Skin Ailments
• Cell Damage
• Glaucoma

The Myth:

The myth of the origin of onyx says that the goddess Venus was resting on the banks of the Indus River. As she slept, Cupid used the point of one of his enchanted arrows to give her a manicure. The parings of her nails then fell into the waters of the sacred river. Since the nails were of heavenly origin, they sank to the river bottom and were metamorphosed into onyx.

In Ancient Times:

Onyx is a protective stone worn when facing adversaries in battles of conflicts of all kinds, or while hurrying down a dark street late at night. In classical ceremonial magic, the image of the head of the god Mars or a figure of the hero Hercules was engraved on onyx and carried for courage. Indians and Persians believed that wearing onyx protected them from the evil eye, and that placing onyx on the stomach of a pregnant woman in labor would reduce the labor pain and bring on earlier delivery.

Effects:

Onyx is not only used for protection, but also as defense against negativity consciously directed towards you. It has also been used to reduce uncontrollable sexual impulses. The close union and yet strong contrast between the layers of black and white in some varities of onyx may suggest its connection with romance. In India, Gemologists recommend Onyx as a protective measure for harmonious relationships, thus keeping away any probability of disturbances or differences between the couple. Onyx as a birthstone provides the structure and authority you crave. It can help you be the master of your destiny and strengthen your confidence. It provides support in difficult times and centers your energy in times of mental or physical stress. It also offers the gift of wise decisions.

Mystical Power of Onyx (general):

Throughout history, onyx has been thought to bring powers of protection, defensive magic, and the reduction of sexual desires. It has also been thought to reinforce the knowledge that there is no death, aiding in the understanding of the wheel of birth, death and rebirth. It brings about the knowledge that separation is an illusion and reunion will come. It aids psychic contact with those who have died, facilitates séances and mediumship, brings messages from the dead, and aids past-life and between-lives regression work. It helps future life progressions, and prevents and removes spirit possessions.

Contemporary authors say the onyx brings increased vigor, strength, stamina, and self control. It alleviates worry, tension, and nervousness and eliminates confusion and nightmares. It is used to provide glimpses of that which is ‘beyond’ and activates one’s memory of one’s roots and reality. Medicinal applications include the treatment of bone marrow diseases, teeth, foot, blood and bone problems, and soft tissue disorders. It is also believed to aid in ailments such as epilepsy or glaucoma and is known to have powers to rectify damage done to cells.

Mystical Power of the Black Onyx (specific):

The Black Onyx seems like a gift from the gods to us…  it can help you live a more fulfilling life!

The Onyx is a type of chalcedony that’s part of the quartz family. It was a popular stone for the Greeks. They believed that the Onyx stone came from the fingernails of the Goddess Venus.

It is a powerful stone with plenty of positive attributes. First, it is a grounding and centering stone. It will balance you mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. Second, it is a strengthening stone that will assist you in tasks where you feel challenged and weak. Third, it will ease your fears where they are the strongest. Fourth, it will banish negativity. Fifth, it will rejuvenate you when you have run out of energy. Finally, it will attract positive energy and bring you happiness.

When you wear a Black Onyx Bracelet, it will inspire self-control, confidence, fidelity to your partner. It enhances your meditation and dreams. It will give you confidence in your career, like in interviews and presentations. The Black Onyx will work according to your heart’s desire.

The Black Onyx is also believed to have healing powers and to heal teeth, bones, feet, and blood disorders. Place it on your body and feel the healing take place. Use the Black Onyx to charge water to treat skin ailments like fungal infections and sunburns, and also wounds and rashes. Just pat it on the affected area and use an Onyx water compress at night.

Here’s just some of the benefits you will get, when having the Black Onyx near you:

• Self Control
• Confidence
• Mental strength
• Protection from negativity
• A feeling of being grounded

If you use Hecate’s Eye constantly for chanting, protection and enhancements; or feel that your energies are constantly under attack… then, every week, you should discharge the Onyx by placing it under running water.

If you’ve used it for a long time without doing so, bury it in the earth overnight at least once a month to regenerate its energies (preferably inside a sealed wooden box and on dry days).

To conclude: wearing Hecate's Eye, placing it on your altar, or using it during rituals allows you access to all the benefits that have been mentioned here.

The Black Onyx is one of Nature’s gifts to us, showing us that all we ever need is already here on earth and provided for.

“The Calming Stone“

Howlite has a natural color of white with grey markings in the shape of a spider web. However, it is known to be found in white, blue and green due to the process of applying dye. Be sure not to mistaken Howlite  for Turquoise, as they have a similar appearance. Howlite has can be identified by its appearance of natural “GREY” lines. It is the stone of calmness, comfort, knowledge, memory and progress. It helps relieve an overactive mind. Some say that holding a piece of Howlite has the same effect as spending an hour at a spa. It has the ability to heal mentally, physically and emotionally.

Added Note: This stone can help the special need children and all the crystal/rainbow children. Have them wear it as jewelry, place under/inside  their pillow or have them wear it in their pocket.

CHAKRA(S): THROAT/THIRD EYE/CROWN

Energy Vibration: 2

ENERGY:

• Power
• Healing
• Calming

PROTECTION:

• Absorbs Anger
• Protects The Upper Chakras (ThroatThird EyeCrown)

STIMULATES:

• Concentration
• Restful Sleep
• Inner-Strength
• Selfishness
• Meditation
• The Mind For New Ideas
• CalmnessComfort
• Knowledge
• Progress

 
METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES:

• Very calming stone with energy that relieves stress
• Focus on Howlite to take a journey outside of the physical body
• Helps gain insight into past-lives
• Place a piece of Howlite in your pocket to absorb your own anger
• Helps to overcome critical behavior
• Heightens perceptions
• Sharpens the memory
• Helps in developing and mastering skills
• Opens one up to their inner truth

HEALING PROPERTIES:

• Insomnia
• Balances Calcium Levels
• Strengthens Teeth
• Strengthens Bones
• Helps Relieve Physical Pain
• Aids In Proper Distribution of Nutrients
• Eliminates Stress

Why Would You Use Howlite?

Howlite is a stone of awareness.

If you want to achieve a better understanding of yourself, of people, of the world, and of life itself, Howlite should be your go-to stone!

It will give you the gift of wisdom and enlightenment. It can help you connect to higher realms and remove the veils that are blocking the truths in your life.

Howlite is a great tool to have during meditation because it can help you focus your mind. It can promote serenity of mind and remove any kind of distracting thought.

It will help you get rid of your stress and anxiety because Howlite is also a powerful calming stone.

This stone will also work in giving you the strength to let go of unhealthy attachments and old emotional pains.

It can help you process your emotions so that they can give you peace, happiness, and contentment in all aspects of your life.

Howlite is a wonder stone that can effectively calm your upset or harried state of mind. It can soften or remove your anger, your aggressiveness, and your being unreasonable.

It will eliminate selfishness and thoughtlessness. It will help you stop being overly critical about yourself, too.

The energies of Howlite will strengthen your positive character traits. Your strengths will be your driving force, and your weaknesses will be your inspiration to become better!

When you have a stone like Howlite working for you, you can also expect to overcome your difficulties in communication.

You will be able to express what you want to say more freely and more effectively.

Howlite can heighten your creativity and boost your desire for self-expression. It’s definitely a great stone to have if you’re seeking inspiration or motivation!

Howlite, Healing and Health

The energies of Howlite can provide support in healing different physical and mental conditions.

It can help cure insomnia when you use it as a gem elixir before going to bed. It can also act as a pain reliever for cramps and other forms of physical pains.

It has been known to aid in the treatment of anxiety disorders and other stress-related illnesses.

It’s also good for the bones and can help with bone-related diseases or conditions, like osteoporosis.

Howlite can balance your calcium levels and help in the proper distribution of much-need nutrients.

Howlite is good for the endocrine and circulatory system. It can also boost your skin health!

It’s a great memory enhancer and mood stabilizer. It can also improve your learning abilities, especially if you’re suffering from ADHD.

Howlite, Luck and Wealth

When it comes to wealth and abundance, Howlite can help you by improving your focus and concentration. It can make you zero in on your money goals and find creative ways to make them happen.

The energies of Howlite will also inspire you to generate new and wonderful ideas. It will keep you feeling inspired until you make progress.

It will give you all the support that you need to attract wealth, luck, abundance, and prosperity!

Howlite and Love

The energies of Howlite will teach you the value of patience.

Not everything will go your way, and not everything will happen the way you want it to.

When that happens, you need to demonstrate maturity, wisdom, and understanding. It may not be yours for the moment, but it doesn’t mean that it will never be!

Howlite can help you get rid of your frustrations, your rage, your pain, and your fears. It will help you feel more self-assured and more at peace with what’s happening in your life.

This stone has a calming effect on strong emotions, which is very beneficial if you are in a relationship and don’t always see eye to eye with your partner.

When you are too angry or too hurt, you can do or say things that can damage your relationship beyond repair.

The energies of Howlite can help you stay calm and rational, and it will help you fight fair without slinging mud at each other or digging up the past every time.

It will help you disagree without being hurtful, and it will make you more open to reaching a compromise together.

Howlite can help you stay relaxed even when you let yourself go with the person you love. It will show you how not to be so tightly wound up that you forget to have fun!

It will also give you the courage to go after what you want in the name of love. It will help you overcome your fears in love so that you will truly become happy.

Howlite can guard you against self-doubt. It will reassure you that it’s okay to relinquish control in your relationship when needed.

It can clear communication and strengthen your reasoning. It can also encourage emotional expression.

The energies of Howlite will make you more aware about what’s happening around you. They will inspire you to become more compassionate and selfless.

Howlite can help you become more fearless when it comes to your choices and decisions. It will help you release negative emotions and any kind of emotional baggage.

Most importantly, Howlite will give you a peaceful mindset and strengthen your commitment to your partner and your relationship.

Note:

Howlite is a soft stone that can easily be scratched. It’s very vulnerable to chemical cleaners, and even acidic perspiration.

Always use lukewarm and soapy water to clean your Howlite jewelry. Dry it with a soft cloth or a piece of cotton to remove any soap or water residue.

If you have a dyed Howlite, don’t immerse it in soapy water. Make sure that you wrap your Howlite jewelry in a soft cloth and store it in a box or pouch where it will not get scratched, bumped, or crushed.

The Power of Colors:

Black:

Grounding, wisdom, learning, protection, safety, reversing, uncrossing, unhexing, repelling black magick, banishing negativity, releasing, shapeshifting, defense, scrying, pride.

Black absorbs and hides and creates confusion and chaos, new beginnings, knowledge of hidden things, is the container of light, one of the most powerful color. Use black for the self-control, time and patience. Black is also a good color to use to bring discord and confusion within the enemy. It can also be used for protection, wrap negative energy, breaking barriers and blocks, reverse and destroy negative thought forms. It 's better if applied to others. Black controls the base chakra, the planet Saturn, the earth element and the original religions, it means new beginning. Satanic alchemy, black represents the step into the void of meditation and transformation.

Blue:

Communication, will power, focus, forgiveness, good fortune, weight loss, truth, fidelity, patience, domestic harmony, organization, removing bad vibrations, sincerity, astral projection, water element.

Truth, wisdom, protection, peace of mind, loyalty, occult power and expansion. Jupiter is the color royal blue. Fortunately, expansion, abundance, long journeys, higher education, legal issues, taxes (use together with the green), investments, foundations, prosperity, and opportunity. Spiritually, summon demons, healing, inspiration, devotion, serenity, sincerity and truth, faith, inner peace, knowledge and wisdom, harmony in the home, occult power and expansion. Blue can also be used in spells, when the color is applied to the other and directed to incite depression, sadness, helplessness, lack of sympathy, coldness and be gloomy. The blue chakra controls the throat. The blue and the water element.

Turquoise:

Spirituality, tranquility, peace, protection.

Truth, wisdom, protection, peace of mind, loyalty, occult power and expansion. Jupiter is the color royal blue. Fortunately, expansion, abundance, long journeys, higher education, legal issues, taxes (use together with the green), investments, foundations, prosperity, and opportunity. Spiritually, summon demons, healing, inspiration, devotion, serenity, sincerity and truth, faith, inner peace, knowledge and wisdom, harmony in the home, occult power and expansion. Blue, in general, can also be used in spells, when the color is applied to the other and directed to incite depression, sadness, helplessness, lack of sympathy, coldness and be gloomy. The blue chakra controls the throat. The blue and the water element.

The Evil Eye

The evil eye is a curse believed to be cast by a malevolent glare, usually given to a person when they are unaware. Many cultures believe that receiving the evil eye will cause misfortune or injury. Talismans created to protect against the evil eye are also frequently called "evil eyes".

The Evil Eye has been making people uncomfortable for generations. As well it might. It is said that that the Evil Eye is cast upon someone for reasons of envy or dislike. The history of the Evil eye goes all the way back to Ancient Greece, the Bible and beyond, throughout the Middle East. Many cultures have a version of the Evil Eye, and it has been studied a great deal by scholars and historians alike. 

There are many different ideas as to where it came from and why it still is here today. The thing that remains the same in every culture is that the person whom the Evil Eye is cast upon has something bad happen to them. Sometimes it’s general bad luck, sometimes it’s something to do with their health and other times something might happen to their crops or animals. In some versions the mechanism employed is “drying up” the life inside the cursed item, be it a baby, a man’s virility or a fruit tree.

It has been said that the Evil Eye is not necessarily given to someone intentionally. That sometimes, just being envious of something that another person has, may cause the effects of the Evil Eye. However, it is also possible that only certain people have the ability to give another person the Evil Eye. In this case, the idea is that certain people give the person that they intend to intimated or scare a sharp glare that transmits the curse.

In order to protect against the Evil Eye, some cultures create charms to ward off its effects.

In many places, for example Turkey, Greece, or Italy, you might see someone wearing an amulet or else see one hanging in someone’s home. The nice geometric shape and symbolism of the eye has however been used in ancient art throughout the same region of the Middle East and Mediterranean. It is used to symbolize all sorts of things. The eye takes the outside world into the inner, and can also project the inner world onto the outer. Medusa had the power to transmit her intentions through her gaze. The ancient Eygptian “eye of Horus” or the “all seeing eye” is a symbol that is still with us today and is looking at us. 

Three Initial Key Points on Protection:

Firstly, know that love is the greatest protector. Protection involves utilizing love in as purer form as possible, for with love you can effectively construct a brick wall around you that negative forces cannot penetrate. Furthermore, negative entities cannot stand when positive vibrations hold strong because they start to polarize toward the positive (they turn positive), and that's the last thing they want. So, always approach protection with the highest intent in love and light, because using negative emotion will act like a magnet for further darkness to feed upon. For example, if you shout back at an angry person then the argument escalates. Behave calmly and with love toward an angry person and they will likely calm down. The negative energy diffuses and dissipates.

Secondly, know that in higher realms of existence (that's higher densities and within time-space) thoughts become reality. Thought-forms can be created through visualization such as walls or protective bubbles of light, doorways for negative entities to leave though, or in-streaming healing energy into your body. All these have a high probability of manifesting through your strong intent and effective visualization - they manifest on the other side and are used in this physical reality seen through your third eye.

Thirdly, also know that coupled with visualization; intention (or belief) is key - they work together to create thought forms and manifestations that can be used for spiritual protection. For example, you visualize a glowing white protective orb around you and your intention is for it to protect you from negative forces. Without the intention, the visualization is merely a pretty orb - you must assign it a purpose.