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Healing with Crystals: Amethyst

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Spiritual and Healing Properties of Amethyst:
Amethyst is a purple-colored quartz crystal. Purple shades vary from light lavender to deep violet. Amethyst crystals have a spiritual quality to them and can be used to help individuals tap into higher levels of consciousness. It can serve as a bridge between physical and ethereal frequencies, creating an opening for enlightenment. Lavender quartz is thought to awaken the soul, helping people to realize their life purpose.
Remedy Benefits of Amethyst::
  • Brings peace
  • Protects against psychic attack
  • Provides spiritual insight
  • Aids restful sleep
  • Eases stress
  • Assists meditation / visualization
  • Karmic healer
Read more: Crystal Healing Properties

References: Love is in Earth, Melody; GEM Stones A to Z, Diane Stein; Gemisphere Source catalog
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