Sodalite, Fluorite, Lapis Lazuli, Tiger’s Eye: Harmony and Balance

Many people believe that crystals and rocks possess a unique energy ~ specifically, a “vibrational energy” that can be harnessed to benefit the harnesser. The vibrational energy of different crystals and rocks is said to be able to enrich our lives in important ways. Through these energetic properties these crystals and rocks may enhance our daily lives, transform our thinking, calm our anxiety, boost our confidence, and more. The four stones discussed here are two crystals and two rocks, each with a reputation for bringing harmony and balance to people when used with therapeutic intent. Sodalite Crystal, Fluorite Crystal, Lapis Lazuli (a rock) and Tiger’s Eye (a rock) are truly beautiful stones, long prized for their gorgeous colors and patterns. Beyond their beauty, however, each of the four is considered an agent of emotional balance, harmonious feelings, clear thinking and spiritual growth in metaphysical circles.

Sodalite Crystal: Clear Thinking, Calm Emotions

Color and Composition

• Sodalite’s color ranges from a truly gorgeous rich royal blue to blue-purple. It is found mixed with veins or areas of white and can have some subtle, less common tints, like red.
• Sodalite is a mineral mined in locations around the world, including the state of Maine, Mt. Vesuvius in Italy, Ontario, British Columbia, Brazil, Namibia, Russia and elsewhere.

Energetic Properties

• Sodalite is considered one of the “healing crystals” fundamental to aiding people with emotional balance and calm. It is valued for its positive effect on thinking rationally and objectively (less emotionally), and its ability to positively influence one’s ability to state their feelings clearly. As a result, the person may experience greater self-confidence or trust in himself or herself, clearing the way to greater self-esteem.

Zodiac Resonance

• Sodalite is not a birthstone of Virgo or Aquarius; however, it can benefit both.
• Virgos, who are known to be very analytical, according to their astrological horoscope, may find that sodalite helps them think more rationally and communicate more clearly.
• Aquarians may like its positive influence on their ability to express new ideas and experience greater emotional equilibrium overall.

Fluorite Crystal: Use as a Mental Shield

Color and Composition

• Fluorite Crystal comes in many lovely colors including pinks, purples, greens, blues, yellows and clear. A mineral, fluorite is made of calcium fluoride crystals and found around the globe.
• Deposits are mined in England, South Africa, Madagascar, China, Mexico, the state of New Mexico, Peru, Russia, Pakistan, Namibia and elsewhere.

Energetic Properties

• The vibrational energy of Fluorite Crystal is believed capable of protecting people from negative thoughts ~ acting as a “psychic shield” or barrier that protects a person from harmful energy directed at him or her (which otherwise disturb one’s positive aura). In this way it effectively maintains mental balance and harmony by batting away negativity ~ in other words, it “stabilizes” an aura.
• Fluorite is said to be a great cleaner of auras, too; it literally clears away negative or stale energy from a person and restores a more positive energy around them. Signs of a stable aura are positive energy, quiet thoughts and a feeling of being centered or grounded.
• Lastly, fluorite’s power to strengthen both people’s intuition and their sense of inner peace, or spiritual energy, earns it high praise.

Zodiac Resonance

• Fluorite Crystal is an Aquarius birthstone, but Capricorn and Pisces signs may also feel drawn to it.
• Capricorns, ambitious high-energy people with grand plans and a long list of things they would like to achieve, may use the calming, stabilizing energy of fluorite to reduce general chaos in their personal and professional lives.
• Pisces, known to be extremely sensitive, compassionate, intuitive and empathic, also might find the calming, protective properties of fluorite very welcome. Instead of being swallowed up in emotions Pisces may improve their tendency to stay grounded when adding a little fluorite to their lives.

Lapis Lazuli: Stone of Truth

Color and Composition

• Lapis Lazuli’s saturated bright royal blue color, flecked with gold and white, is easily recognized. Prized since ancient times and referenced in the Old Testament (as sapphire), lower quality lapis is lighter, with more white than gold. Its extraordinary intensity made it the secret ingredient in the ultramarine pigment used by Renaissance artists.
• Lapis Lazuli deposits are mined in Afghanistan (ancient deposits) as well as Chile, Siberia, Myanmar and the United States. It is a metamorphic rock composed mainly of lazurite, and cool to the touch.

Energetic Properties

• Lapis Lazuli is associated with honor, honesty, wisdom, royalty and loyalty. Its vibrational energy stimulates the higher mind and intellectual capacity, expanding awareness and helping people access their intuition.
• Lapis’ encouraging influence on overall growth and uprightness helps engender a harmonious feeling in those who use it. The resultant grounding and self-assurance may aid in gaining respect through humility and fair dealing with others.
• Like fluorite, it wards off negative energy and helps maintain emotional and spiritual balance.

Zodiac Resonance

• Taurus and Libra are particularly drawn to Lapis Lazuli. The sensual, pleasure-loving Taurus will appreciate Lapis’ luxurious beauty, and will feel equally at home with the trustworthy, reliable, stable vibrations that fit well with the ambitious and consistent Taurus.
• Libras, who love art and intellectualism, will gravitate towards Lapis’ intellectually stimulating energy. Similarly, the visual intensity of Lapis’ rich blue and gold will appeal to Libra’s elevated taste. For Libras, known to value companionship and peaceful relationships, the calming energy of Lapis and its ability to promote openness and authentic expression may be a conduit to exactly these kinds of connections. Improved self-knowledge can aid self-confidence, and allow Libras more certainty in making decisions and keeping themselves in a balanced emotional state.

Tiger’s Eye: The Balancer of Yin and Yang

Color and Composition

• Tiger’s Eye is a lustrous kind of quartz rock with a banding pattern in a range of earthy tones within a single piece: golden-yellow, reddish, brown, and dark brown depending on the amount of iron deposits it contains. Its “chatoyancy” or resemblance to a slit in a cat’s eye is what gives it its name and makes the stone special.
• It is found quite close to the surface of the earth, mined from pits and cool to the touch when polished. Australia, South Africa, Brazil, India, Canada, Namibia, and the USA all mine Tiger’s Eye.

Energetic Properties

• The vibrational energy of Tiger’s Eye is quite grounding and as such can be very beneficial for many people born under many zodiac signs. This grounding energy makes emotional balance, focus, self-reliance and understanding easier to achieve ~ so critical for succeeding is all areas of life. The internal sense of wellness that results from feeling more in tune with oneself and the world is a powerful and positive reason to bring Tiger’s Eye energy into your world.

Zodiac Resonance

• Gemini and Leo may find Tiger’s Eye’s grounding energy particularly beneficial, as both signs have passionate, extremely intense tendencies. Geminis’ creative, adventurous nature can lead them to take risks and encounter negative energies, while Leos’ passion and intense emotional highs and lows can be just as destabilizing.
• Geminis are often innovative creators that are driven to pursue new ideas and experiences. They can go too far, though, sabotage their own efforts, and end up in a very extreme emotional state from pushing themselves in too many directions. Tiger’s Eye’s energy can help ground and rebalance them enough to allow focus and much clearer thinking.
• Leos, too, can benefit from the grounding energy of Tiger’s Eye ~ while Leos are naturally charismatic leaders, being so often in the spotlight can attract negative energies or trigger their own negative thoughts as they manage many decisions. Adding Tiger’s Eye to their environment can help Leos take a step back to rein themselves in a bit, anchoring them and mitigating Leos’ tendency to ride emotional waves up and down. In this way Tiger’s Eye can really empower Leos by supporting their inherent leadership abilities so that they are channeled effectively and with less turmoil, helping them to make progress professionally or personally.

FAQ’s About Sodalite, Fluorite, Lapis Lazuli and Tiger’s Eye

1. How can I harness the power of these gems?

Consider the specific energies of the stones together with your specific needs and goals. Here are some ideas:

• Sodalite Crystal: Carrying a sodalite pocket stone with you, or choosing a special spot for one in your workspace can help you think clearly and communicate well. If you have a big meeting or expect a stressful day, these ideas may suit you.
• Fluorite Crystal: Think about its grounding and calming properties: you can keep it in a room where you seek calm and quiet, or carry it with you to help stay mentally organized while you navigate a complex interaction or project.
• Lapis Lazuli: Lapis is beautiful in jewelry or may be kept in your bedroom to make the environment peaceful and keep relationships harmonious.
• Tiger’s Eye: Center your energy, ground yourself and boost your confidence by wearing or carrying Tiger’s Eye when you need to make important decisions.

2. Can I wear these stones together or only separately?

Think about the energy of each gemstone and reflect on what you hope to gain from wearing them. For example, wearing Tiger’s Eye with Sodalite may have a grounding effect and help you to communicate more clearly. See how they feel for you. Wear them mindfully and notice the energies ~ they may feel great together or they may feel overwhelming. The effect may vary with the day or during the day, so adjust as you go.

3. How should I clean my stones?

Because your stones are believed to absorb the energies around them you should plan to clean them regularly to keep them effective. When cleaning your stones remember to set your intention to clean their energies. How to clean your stones varies by stone:

• Sodalite Crystal and Lapis Lazuli – clean with running water (do not soak) or use smudging techniques with sage.
• Fluorite Crystal – clean with sage or bury it overnight in the earth but do not use water.
• Tiger’s Eye – clean by using sound vibrations from a singing bowl or leave for short periods in sunlight.

4. How frequently should I use or wear my stones for good energetic effect?

This depends entirely on your personal needs and on what you hope to accomplish with the stones. Daily wear or use might be very positive if you are actively working on issues that are aided by the a certain stone’s properties. Some say wearing stones a few times a week is a good maintenance schedule. However, it is ultimately trial and error, and your own intuition, that will teach you how to interact with the different crystals and rocks.

5. Are the benefits of these stones supported by scientific studies?

No, not really. Scientific studies and research into harnessing the energetic properties of stones are very limited. The belief that people do benefit from the vibrational energy of stones seems to be overwhelmingly based on anecdotal stories and the conventional wisdom of those immersed in studying stones and crystals as fundamental to personal and spiritual growth (that is, “crystal healing”). The field of crystal healing explores these effects more as a complementary therapy rather than a true science. A person’s conviction in the healing energies of stones may manifest these very results for them, similar to the widely documented “placebo effect” on human health. The impact of intention on physical matter, seen and studied in science, also lends credibility to the psychological results reported by people who actively use crystals and rocks for transformative and healing ends.