FAQ: Which stones do you recommend for protection?

Question: Which stones do you recommend for protection?

Answer:

Typically the black varieties of stones are helpful for spiritual and physical protection: Hematite, Black Tourmaline, Black Obsidian, Black Onyx, and others like it who tend to heal and balance the root chakra.

Hematite has a high iron content, which aligns with the defense of planetary Mars. The mirror-like surface is thought to deflect harmful influences, de-stress and aid emotional and spiritual safety; it centers and grounds the wearer, increasing resilience.

Black Tourmaline acts more like a shield against baneful psychic attacks. The shield absorbs unhelpful energies and transmutes them into increased strength and mental clarity. That shield also forms a protective barrier against electromagnetic radiation within the environment.

Black Obsidian is a smooth volcanic glass that is hard enough to be sharpened to a knifes edge, invoking fiery and protective associations. It can also absorb and transmute challenging feeling from within the wearer, as well as from the surrounding environment. Baneful patterns become obvious, allowing for stagnant emotional baggage to be released so the wearer can heal from the inside outward.

Black Onyx is also associated with emotional and psychic protection. It is especially helpful in healing from trauma and grief. As stressors decrease, the wearer is left with a greater sense of inner peace, emotional stability, and self-confidence.