Every Mom Needs To Know About These 5 Nurturing Stones
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We often hear that moms are our nurturers and that nobody else can fill in for that role. But, what amounts to nurturing? The warm, comforting feeling you get when you sip some coffee and relish a bowl of Maggi on a cold winter evening? Or is it the feeling of physical and emotional warmth you attain when you receive a jadoo ki jhappi? Sometimes, our nature provides us with some nurturing too — gemstones are one such nurturing element. They just calm us down, instill positivity in us, and keep our spirits high. And that’s exactly the kind of positivity and encouragement a mother needs in her life, especially when she is a new mom or has sailed the rough seas.
Well, we might not be firm believers of gemstones and healing crystals, and the influence they have on our lives, but we can’t deny their age-old healing properties (1). From Victoria Beckham to Salman Khan, we have seen them all adorn these fancy, sparkly stones. They are believed to hold metaphysical properties that can change our moods, energies, and cure an array of illnesses (2). Some call it a bluff, and they’re entitled to their opinion. But we are all for pretty, sparkly things! And, it’s even better if they have nurturing properties. So, we’re laying out a field guide to the 5 nurturing stones every mom should know about.
Here’s how these gemstones can help all the mothers:
1. Rose Quartz
This pink-hued gemstone is the stone of love and compassion. It’s known to fix heartaches and instill love in the heart of the wearer. Rose quartz seems to be the perfect nurturing stone for mothers, those selfless beings who shower us with endless love for eternity. But, they themselves are often deprived of love, and that’s exactly why this beautiful stone is great for mothers. It fills you up with positivity and promotes self-love.
To all the people who are going through a rough emotional phase, rose quartz is a remedy to that aching and longing heart. It will help you get rid of loneliness and chaotic thoughts. Exponents of gemology say that wearing this rock of unconditional love around the neck in the form of a pendant is beneficial in lowering blood pressure, having a sounder sleep, and releasing toxic energy.
2. Black Onyx
We all deserve a good amount of “me time.” And mothers usually ignore the importance of giving themselves this much-needed love and pampering. But gemstones can come to the rescue! Black onyx is said to have healing properties that activate the root chakra in our bodies, also known as the grounding center. Motherhood brings along a tsunami of emotions that you need to surf through, and to deal with those emotions you need something to keep you balanced and calm (that’s got to be one gigantic surfboard). This gemstone does exactly that — provides you with endurance and strength.
3. Carnelian
The Carnelian crystal is also known as the singer’s stone. This is a warm and vibrant stone that can give you the push to believe in yourself and face your struggles. So, on those days when you just can’t do any more of parenting and disciplining your kids, carnelian is the rock that will reinstate the dwindling self-confidence in you. History has it that this stone was used by the people to free themselves from stress and fear that the Viking marauders brought to their villages. Oh, you’re still thinking if the rock is actually good enough? Even the Grammy award singer Adele wears a beautiful piece of carnelian that keeps her going!
4. Angelite
As the moniker suggests, this stone has an angelic vibe that uplifts your mood and helps you in the transition phase of adapting to motherhood. Its pale blue color emits calmness and is known to improve the sense of awareness in the wearer’s mind. Effective communication and empathy are what this gemstone will equip you with. Well, that’s definitely needed as a mother, isn’t it? These qualities are at the core of any relationship and this stone will only make you better at it. It’s like nature’s warm hug to you.
5. Turquoise
Did you know this gem stone’s name translates to “Turkish stone”? So, when you think of turquoise, what do you picture first? Is the picture soothing to your mind and eyes? Well, that’s what this stone does to you! It increases your focus and heightens your sense of tranquility. Astrologers will tell you that this stone has a remarkable ability for correcting your mood. These stones have been used by the kings, warriors, and shamans because they are known to protect the wearer from all kinds of problems. So, go ahead and keep yourself positive with this stone.
Gemstones and healing crystals are not medicines, but they are known to be energy boosters and keep the naysayers and the negative energies at bay. So, maybe get yourself a stone and open the door to good vibes.
What’s your favorite gemstone? Let us know in the comments below!
