Radiating with a deep orange-red hue, the warm, earthy resonance of Carnelian imparts a wonderful feeling of calm well being.
Carnelian is a form of micro-crystalline Quartz; it is a variety of Chalcedony that exudes a fiery orange-red hue. With an affinity for the elemental essence of both Earth and Fire, Carnelian a potent mineral for grounding high vibrational energy into physical form and experience.
The fiery warmth of Carnelian is especially nurturing within the emotional body, where it gently soothes emotions that may have become frayed or overwhelmed. Carnelian imparts a wonderful light field of energy that very gently inspires a return to natural equilibrium.
Resonating with light, warmth and energy, Carnelian evokes conscious awareness of that part of your essence that is joy. In this way, Carnelian ignites a very positive outlook, based upon quiet self assurance. The lesson illumined by beautiful Carnelian is that every experience brings one closer to knowing your infinite self.
Carnelian is especially beneficial for consecrating one's mind to the divine. The vibrational energy of Carnelian creates a still-point of focus within the mind, while surges of energy pulse through the mind, powerfully transforming any niggling thoughts of self-doubt or limitation into pure potentiality.
Chakras: Heart, Navel, Root Chakra
The energy and essence of Carnelian revitalizes the entire energy body, which includes all the chakras, as it gently encourages the rapid release of physical disharmony and stressful emanations.
Heart Chakra: Carnelian is a nurturing heart stone that helps you attune to your deepest passions. Carnelian is a wonderful stone for balancing feelings of emotional overwhelm, especially for those sensitive souls that give much of their emotional energy to others. Carnelian fosters a feeling of love and reverence towards self and others, as it encourages you to hold the highest vision for all.
Navel Chakra: The vibrant light energy of Carnelian activates this energy centre for personal power. Carnelian nurtures courage and inner strength, particularly during times of emotional stress and upheaval. In this way, Carnelian activates your innate coping mechanisms while it inspires you embrace your personal power and follow your heart and your passion.
Root Chakra: Carnelian is an especially grounding stone that helps you attune to your inner passion and physically express your inherent creativity.
Crystal Affirmation:
“I am a wondrous, creative spirit,
joyfully expressing the light of soul love.
My creative passions are imbued with light and energy".
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