ANDALUSITE

ELEMENT: Storm.
KEY WORDS: Cleansing, comforting, protective, retrieving ancient information.
CHAKRAS: Root (1st), Third Eye (6th).
Andalusite is an aluminum silicate mineral with a hardness of 7.5. It is named after Andasia in Spain, where it has been found. Its crystal system is orthorhombic. It forms sometimes in transparent crystals which can be cut and faceted into gems. These gems can display varying colors when viewed from different angles, a sign of Andalusite's strong pleochroism. Andalusite is also found in opaque prismatic crystals, which are brown with a black cross (caused by carbonaceous inclusions), which can be seen by viewing the crystal in cross section perpendicular to the prism axis. This special form of Andalusite is also known as Chiastolite. Andalusite is found in Brazil. Sri Lanka. Canada, Spain, Russia and the United States.

ROBERT SIMMONS: The vibrations of Andalusite are slower than
those of many other crystals and minerals, but they are profoundly powerful and beneficial. These are ancient stones, and they carry in their crystalline structure the very heartbeat of the Earth. When they are held in the hand, one can feel a slow, deep pulsation, which seems somehow very friendly and comforting. This is an excellent stone for helping sensitive people feel at home and safe here on Earth. It offers psychic protection, grounding, an infusion of life force and a sense of contentment and well being. This is just what is needed by so many spiritually aligned people, who feel that they don't belong here and that they want to return to their home in the higher dimensions. Of course, our true home is wherever we are, and where our hearts reside. Andalusite helps one realize that this world (into which all have volunteered to incarnate) is a good and nurturing place where one can wholeheartedly enjoy living.
The memory of these stones is exceedingly long. Those who work with them in meditation can use them to facilitate access to the Akashic records. There one can read the tale of one's own spiritual journey through life after life, as well as the great spiritual histories of this and other planets. Andalusite can be used to strengthen and energize any chakra and to repair holes in the auric field. It carries the etheric pattern of wholeness for the body, especially the teeth and skeletal system.
The friendliness of this stone makes it ideal for those trying to overcome feelings of loneliness, isolation, depression, anxiety and various fears. It is recommended as a protection stone
for those traveling or working in areas of danger or negativity. Andalusite works well in combination with Lemurian Seed Crystals, Shaman Stones, Jet, Sugilite and Moldavite. It will also adapt itself so as to harmonize with almost any other stone the user wishes to wear or hold. The feeling of good-natured friendliness and generosity emanating from these stones is remarkable and unique. They are highly recommended!

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