There are 5 major elements of the cosmos that are also found in the human body. When properly balanced, they keep you healthy any fine. Interestingly, the same five elements are found in gemstones. They include:
- Muladhara is the chakra linked to stability and represented by the red color. It is placed at the base of the spine. It is believed that the chakra is responsible for the fight-or-flight response when survival is under threat. The primary gemstones that are associated with Muladhara are tiger’s eye, bloodstone, and black obsidian.
- Svadhisthana chakra affects creativity. It is associated with orange, blue, and green. The chakra governs reproduction, joy, and enthusiasm. Use moonstone, citrine and coral worn touching your skin to harness this chakra.
- Manipura chakra is related to the metabolic and digestive systems. The preferred color is yellow. While wearing golden calcite, topaz and citrine, you can reach out to Manipura to make it bring you more self-confidence.
- Anahata is a heart chakra. It creates some sort of balance between your heart, mind, and body. The main colors are green and pink. The chakra can be reached with such gems as emerald, rose quartz and jade.
- Located at the throat, Vishuddha chakra is placed at the throat. It represents the person’s ability to express themselves through language and speak the truth. Blue is associated with Vishuddha. To harness its powers, wear turquoise, sodalite and aquamarine.
- Ajna is the third eye chakra located between the eyebrows. It’s associated with the white color. The chakra is closed related to intuition. Its key issues include inner guidance and self-balance. To harness this chakra, use such gemstones as amethyst, azurite, and lapis lazuli.
- Sahasrara is the crown chakra responsible for karma and meditation. When you reach it, you feel the state of pure consciousness. It is a powerful chakra that can be harnessed with clear quartz, diamond, and selenite.