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HOWLITE
Although cauliflower
probably isn't the first thing that pops into your mind associated
with the gemstone howlite, they do actually have a connection. In its
natural state, howlite is found in large cauliflower - like masses.
It was originally named for Henry How, a 19th century mineralogist,
who discovered it first in Nova Scotia.
Due to the fact that this
is a fairly soft gemstone, and takes dye easily, howlite has become an
inexpensive alternative to more costly gemstones. It's natural color
is like the softly falling snow, and dyed with any rich hue, it can
resemble turquoise, lapis lazuli or red coral...one would never have
guessed that it began looking quite allot like a vegetable.
Mystical
Properties:
Howlite is
known for it's strong associations with self-awareness, creativity and
improving ones emotional attitudes. It enhances character building,
and a sense of decency; in encourages desirable personal attributes.
Howlite aids in dispelling anger, resentfulness, selfishness and
allows one to look inside for answers, aid in communicating the
negative emotions with a clearer emotional expression, which will
result in calmer confrontations.
It decreases the over
critical mind, rudeness and offensive behavior, increasing subtly,
decency and tact. It is also quite helpful for those who tend to
procrastinate.
Meditating on a piece of
howlite can assist one in journeying outside the body and gaining
insight from ones past lives. Place upon the third eye, it opens
memories of previous times and lifetimes.
Healing
Properties:
Howlite is predominantly a
calming stone, it will aid in sleeping, calming the overactive mind,
eases insomnia, dreaming, dream retention and stress relief.
Physically it calms the whole body and releases muscle tension. It
eliminate pain brought about by stress, and is said to aid in healing
stress related injuries such as ulcers, heart problems and rashes.
It is helpful in balancing the calcium levels in the body as well as
strengthening teeth and bones.
Magical
Properties:
More information on this stone and it's uses in magic would be greatly
appreciated.
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