Stone Truth for the Sacral Chakra

The Second Chakra is named the Sacral Chakra.  It’s color is orange and it is located just beneath the navel.  It relates to your creativity, sexual power, enthusiasm and reproductive organs.

 

Sexy Orange Pearl Bracelet

The following is a list of the Stone Truth for several gemstones that resonate with your sacral chakra:

 

1.  Carnelian:  Carnelian facilitates concentration, opens the heart and brings joy.  It balances creativity with mental processes.  It protects against negative influences or low vibrations.  It gives energy, calms the temper and aids in a positive sense of humor.  This grounding stone enables financial prosperity to flourish.  Carnelian is used to heal imbalances of the low back, female reproductive system, male reproductive system, kidneys, gallbladder and liver.  It is used to treat diseases of the metabolism, joint disease, blood disease, depression, arthritis, neuralgia, and impotence.

2.  Citrine:  This stone affects the solar plexus, the seat of emotions.  It eases difficult interactions by enhancing inner power.  Citrine is very uplifting.  It increases self-esteem and promotes clarity of thought.  Citrine is used to heal imbalances of the kidneys, thyroid, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, thymus, nerves, digestive system, eyes, and circulation.  It is used to treat menstrual pain and menopausal symptoms.

3.  Jasper:  This stone’s colors balance, stimulate and clear the chakras.  It bolsters confidence, courage and energy.  It promotes organization skills and mental facilities to quicken project completion time.  Jasper is used to heal imbalances of the throat, liver, digestive tract, endocrine system, bladder, gallbladder, blood, circulatory system, skin, and reproductive system.

4.  Quartz: This gemstone is extremely powerful.  It amplifies positive energy and promotes healing.  It intensifies spiritual awareness and awakening.  It filters distractions when used in meditation.  It improves memory, concentration and focus.  Quartz is used to heal all imbalances.  It is a universal healer.

5.  Topaz:  Topaz is a very powerful gemstone.  It has a high frequency of vibration, which allows for heightened spiritual connection and healing.  It is a soothing stone that promotes truth and forgiveness.  It releases doubt and self-consciousness in favor of joy, prosperity and well being.  Topaz is used to heal imbalances of the reproductive system, bladder, gallbladder, nervous system, digestive system, and eyes.

Stone Truth

What is “Stone Truth”?

After last week’s blog, I had a question:  ”What is the “Stone Truth” and where did it come from?”  So here’s the answer:

The “Stone Truth” is a term derived by Ishvara Jewelry and describing the metaphysical properties of gemstones.  Each gemstone is unique and has subtle healing energies.  The listing of properties described in our “Stone Truth” is not all inclusive.  As you become familiar with meditation, energetic healing, and chakras then you will feel the frequencies of your personal gemstones and can use this in energetic healing for yourself and others.

The “Stone Truth” came from intuition.  Ronda and I both meditate before going to sleep at night so that our dreams may provide inspiration, assistance, guidance, healing, etc.  One night we shared a dream which revealed the term “Stone Truth” to us.  Our spirit guides and angels told us the term to be used by Ishvara Jewelry for the purpose of healing and promoting divine life purpose among the women and men who choose to wear our gemstone creations.

Lily the Mouse

Stone Truth for the Root Chakra

Dream Time Necklace

The first chakra is called the root chakra.  The gemstone colors associated with it are red, black, brown and grey.  Here is a listing of the “Stone Truths” for several root chakra gemstones:

 

Black Onyx:  Black Onyx provides strength and fortitude during times of high stress.  It is an excellent grounding stone and improves self-confidence, self-control and concentration.  It also facilitates dream awareness.  Black Onyx is used to heal imbalances of the blood, feet, teeth, bone marrow and bones.

Black Obsidian:  Black Obsidian is a very powerful, grounding gemstone.  It protects from negativity and disperses unloving thoughts.  It guides the wearer to inner power and peace.  It also increases self-control.

Black Pearl:  The Pearl is a symbol of purity.  It balances the emotions and enhances heavenly communications.  Pearls are used to heal imbalances of the muscular systems and digestive tract.

Carnelian:  Carnelian facilitates concentration, opens the heart and brings joy.  It balances creativity with mental processes.  It protects against negative influences or low vibrations.  It gives energy, calms the temper and aids in a positive sense of humor.  This grounding stone enables financial prosperity to flourish.  Carnelian is used to heal imbalances of the low back, female reproductive system, male reproductive system, kidneys, gallbladder and liver.  It is used to treat diseases of the metabolism, joint disease, blood disease, depression, arthritis, neuralgia, and impotence.

Mahogany Obsidian:  Mahogany Obsidian resonates with the earth.  It grounds and protects, assists in developing strength and will power, and stimulates spiritual growth.  It is a gentle energy that is effective in removing energy blocks and revitalizing the soul’s purpose.

Red Agate:  The Red Agate encourages introspection and resolution of past emotional pain.  It aids in feelings of safety and security.  It dispels fear-based emotions.  It energizes the body.

Pure Bliss Necklace

Red Coral:  Red Coral symbolizes life and connection to spiritual masters.  This organic skeletal structure from the sea offers emotional ease during times of stress.  It is used to heal eating disorders.

 

Red Jasper:  Red Jasper is a gentle stone.  It cleanses the chakras and grounds energy.  It draws attention to negative thinking so that it may be released and replaced with positive insights.

Smoky Quartz:  Smoky Quartz acts to ground and center.  It reduces stress and anxiety.  It produces calmness, relieves fear and dispels negativity.  It also improves dream awareness.  It has a strong connection to the earth and raises awareness of ecological issues.

Tiger’s Eye:  Tiger’s Eye provides improved inner power, strength and resolve.  It relieves stubbornness and pride.  It is an uplifting stone, relieving low frequency moods.  It energizes feelings of self-worth, confidence and creativity.  Tiger’s Eye is used to heal imbalances of the knees, gallbladder, eyes, reproductive system, and throat.  It is used to treat broken bones.

 

Red Rose Delight Necklace

Gemstones and Healing

Rosy Holiday by www.IshvaraJewelry.com

 

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How are gemstones healing?

Last week we learned about your chakra system, a swirling vortex of energy within your body.  Energy.  Everything is made of energy, from trees and water to soil and rocks.  The new physics is proving that while the mind “sees” things as solids, everything is full of space and is not solid at all.  Things vibrate at different rates of  frequency, including gemstones and humans.

Dependent on the color of the gemstone, it vibrates at a frequency in alignment with different chakras.  Red gemstones resonate with the root chakra.  Orange gemstones resonate with the sacral chakra, and so on.  Some gemstones are multi-colored and affect more than one chakra.

As the gemstone resonates with your chakra, it is healing because it clears imbalances and blockages within that chakra.  This is a subtle effect.  If you are a sensitive person, you will feel the effects of the gemstone on your chakra system.  You may notice a “light” feeling or a tingling or warmth in the chakra area.

If gemstone therapy is new to you then it will probably take you longer to notice the effects.  I recommend to continue the chakra meditation posted last week and to maintain an open mind around gemstone healing to enhance your ability to perceive healing.

About Your Chakras

The Chakra System.

Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, defines chakras as:

“Chakra is a Sanskritword that translates as “wheel” or “turning“. ^[1]

Chakra is a concept referring to wheel-like vortices which, according to traditional Indian medicine, are believed to exist in the surface of the etheric double of man.^[2] The Chakras are said to be “force centers” or whorls of energy permeating, from a point on the physical body, the layers of the subtle bodies in an ever-increasing fan-shaped formation (the fans make the shape of a love heart). Rotating vortices of subtle matter, they are considered the focal points for the reception and transmission of energies.^[3] Seven major chakras or energy centers (also understood as wheels of light) are generally believed to exist, located within the subtle body.”

The chakra energy system is important because it balances the intellectual, physical, emotional and spiritual bodies.  The following is a description of the first 7 chakras:

1. Root Chakra – This is the base chakra located at the base of the spine and is the color RED.  It involves your issues on survival and stillness.

Crown Chakra Necklace

It grounds you to your physical world.

 

2.  Sacral Chakra – This is the second ORANGE chakra and is located just beneath the navel.  It is related to your sexual and reproductive capacity.

3.  Solar Plexus Chakra – This is the third YELLOW chakra and is known as the seat of your emotions.  It gives you a sense of personal power in the world.

4.  Heart Chakra – This is the fourth GREEN chakra and is located at your heart center.  It is your center for unconditional love.

5.  Throat Chakra – This is the fifth BLUE chakra and is located at your throat.  It is tied to creativity and communication.

6.  Third Eye Chakra – This is the sixth INDIGO BLUE chakra and is located between your eyebrows.  It connects you with your imagination, dreams, intuition and gut instincts.

7.  Crown Chakra – This is the seventh PURPLE chakra and is located at the top of your head.  It contains your spiritual connection, divine knowing and sacred understanding.

Here is a video meditation on the chakras from YouTube:

Stay tuned for next week’s blog on the connection between chakras and gemstones.

Beth

The First 7 Chakras

Ishvara Jewelry at The A League

Butterfly Heaven Necklace

Assistance League Shops

Assistance League Display

The Assistance League of Portland, Oregon is a non-profit, volunteer organization.  It is chapter of the National Assistance League.  The Portland chapter was founded in 1961 and has many philanthropic programs including Assault Survival Kits, Children’s Dental Center, Cordero, Discover Oregon Health and Science University, Life Story Books, Operation School Bell and Unaccompanied Youth in Beaverton High Schools.  You may read more about these programs on their website, http://www.portland.assistanceleague.org.

We are delighted to reveal Ishvara Jewelry’s A League Design Line today, October 9th, 2009.  The jewelry is designed specifically for the wonderful volunteer ladies who work at the jewelry consignment shop.  The elements include fresh water pearls, black onyx, sterling silver, Swarovski crystals and Mother of Pearl.

We invite you to come by the A League to view the latest Fall, holiday and Winter Ishvara Jewelry designs.

A League Consignment Shop

4000 SW 117th Avenue

Beaverton, OR 97005

How to Use Color Therapy for Healing

Do you ever feel drawn to a certain color of clothing on a particular day and you wonder why?  This is because the color of the clothing you wear can affect your mood and emotions.  So if your body’s energy is “off” in any of your internal systems then you intuitively will feel drawn to the color that represents that system.  In doing so, you balance your energies and feel good.

Here is an overview of colors and how they can be used for healing:

WHITE:  This color contains all the colors of the light spectrum.  It can be used to cleanse and heal all energy imbalances.  Wear this color when you cannot decide on a color.  It will improve your creativity and calm your mind.

BLACK: Black is a grounding and protective color.  It wards off negative energies.  Wear this color with white to promote a balance of positive and negative energies.  Wear black with any other color to draw from its protective energy and highlight your favorite color’s energies.

RED: Red is a stimulating color.  Wear red when you want to feel confident, bold, sexy and powerful.  It is an eye catching and alluring color.

PINK: The color pink is soothing.  Wear pink when you want to feel soft, calm and feminine.

ORANGE: Orange is the color of optimism.  Wear orange when you want to improve creativity, spark new ideas and you want to feel happy and social.  It will also connect you to your sexual energy.

YELLOW and GOLD: This color is important for intellectual power.  Wear yellow when you want to improve feelings of self worth and joyfulness and when you want to improve the sharpness of your mind.  It will connect you to your emotions and allow you freedom of heart and mind.

BLUE: Blue is the color of communication, faith and peace.  It makes you feel calm.  Wear this color when you want to feel relaxed and when you want to communicate from your highest good.

GREEN: This color promotes new life, hope, growth and prosperity.  Wear green when you want to feel peaceful, balanced and new.  It connects you to Mother Earth and financial abundance.

PURPLE: Purple is a high vibrational color.  Wear this color when you want to improve intuition and your connection to the Divine.

BROWN: Brown in the color of Mother Earth.  Wear this color when you want to feel supported, calm and focused.

Hope this is helpful!!!  Beth

Aquamarine Heaven

How To Cleanse or Clear Gemstone Jewelry

Calm Seas

Gemtones focus, emit, store, receive and amplify energies, both positive and negative, so it is important to routinely cleanse or clear any harmful energies from your Ishvara Jewelry.

Remember that when you receive your Ishvara Jewelry, it has already been cleared and imbibed with positive, life affirming and healing energies.  You should cleanse your jewelry either when you feel it has stored negative, diseased energies and it is “full” or at least by the first month.  One way you will feel the Ishvara Jewelry performing its work of clearing your chakras and healing your body is that it will heat up.  If this happens then clear your jewelry weekly until the “hot” feeling begins to fade.  This indicates that the gemstone is having to work less to clear your body of negative energies, a wonderful thing!

I will give you several choices of clearing your Ishvara Jewelry so that you may select your favorite:

1.  My favorite method includes meditation.  If you are not comfortable with meditation and want to learn more about it then read my post titled, “Looking for Inspiration?”, 09/02/09.

Place your Ishvara Jewelry in your left hand and quiet your thoughts for several minutes.  Then visualize that you are in a stream of universal white light and that the light moves from your crown chakra at the top of your head through your hand and the jewelry in your hand, cleansing it of negative energies.  You may feel a tingling at the top of your head and in your hand.  Visualize that the negative energies move from the jewelry out through the bottoms of your feet into Mother Earth for recycling.  Continue this process until the jewelry feels completely cleared to you.  It may take moments or it may take 30 minutes, but you will know when it is done.

2.  If you are a student of chanting then you will like this method.  Simply hold the Ishvara Jewelry in your left hand and place your right hand on top of it.  Hold your hands at your heart while you chant or sing any mantra that feels good to you.  This allows your heart chakra to clear the jewelry.  Once you feel the energy vibrating in your hands, chest and spine then the jewelry is clear.

3.  You may place the Ishvara Jewelry in direct moonlight for an hour to clear it.  Some proponents of crystal therapy suggest using sunlight instead, but I do not like this method because it will fade many of your gemstones.

4.  The gemstone citrine is self-cleansing.  If your Ishvara Jewelry has no other gemstone than citrine then you do not need to clear it’s energies.

5.  Both clear quartz and carnelian cleanse other gemstones.  If your Ishvara Jewelry contains these gemstones then store them with your other gemstones for clearing — the simplest method ever!

Hope this is helpful!!!  Beth

How to Care for Gemstone Jewelry

 

Mystic Green Delight

Once you own a beautiful piece of Ishvara Jewelry, it is important to take excellent care of it.  In doing so, you will be able to benefit from wearing it indefinitely, perhaps even handing it down to your favorite niece or granddaughter.  To care for your gemstone jewelry, follow the below instructions:

 

1.  Treat your jewelry with kindness, removing it when bathing, sleeping and performing housework.  This will prevent physical damage to the jewelry as well as tarnish.  You may place the gemstone jewelry under your pillow at night if you want to benefit from the stones healing effects while you sleep.

2.  Remember to put your jewelry on last when dressing.  This prevents damage by avoiding hairspray, soaps, make up or other chemicals contacting your jewelry.  When these chemicals contact your jewelry they soil the outer layer that protects the gemstones from damage, leading to tarnish of brass, silver and 14K gold as well as potential cracking along internal fissure lines of the stones themselves.  It will also dull the shine on your Swarovski crystals, gemstones and precious metals.

3.  The best practice is to get in the daily habit of gently wiping the surface of your jewelry with a soft, clean, dry cloth when you remove your jewelry for the day.  This will only take 2-3 minutes of your time and will keep your jewelry looking and feeling brand new.

4.  Once a week you should shine the metals on your jewelry with an anti-tarnish cloth.  Hold the jewelry in one hand and gently rub the jewelry cleaning cloth on the silver, brass or 14K gold until you see a brilliant shine.  The anti tarnish cloth will also work on other metals such as steel, nickel, copper, pewter and rhodium, as well as the plated metals.

5.  To keep the hinges on lever back ear wires freely moving, you may occasionally massage a small amount of skin cream or oil into the hinge for 1 minute then gently open/close the ear wire to lubricate it.  Repeat the process until the ear wire moves easily.  Afterwards, clean any excess lotion from the ear wire with a dry, soft, clean cloth.

6.  If you feel your jewelry needs a heavy cleaning, you may gently clean it with cool water and natural soap then dry it thoroughly with a dry, clean, soft cloth.  Do not use chemical detergents or glass cleaners on your gemstone jewelry because they can damage the protective outer layer of the stones.  Also, do not use hot water on your gemstone jewelry because it can cause cracking along internal fracture lines.

7.  The sterling silver and 14K gold ear wires and clasps can be cleaned with a jewelry cleaning solution.  Be careful to dip only the ear wire or clasp into the cleaning solution and to dry it immediately so that it does not drip onto your gemstones.

8.  Store your jewelry in a protected place, out of direct sunlight.  You may use a jewelry box, drawer, shelf, container or other area as long as it is safe from harm.  The sunlight can cause some of the gemstones to change or fade in color.  You may also purchase anti-tarnish cloth at a fabric store to use in your jewelry storage area.  If you place the anti-tarnish cloth on top of your jewelry you will also be protecting it from sunlight.  If your jewelry storage area is already out of sunlight then consider using the anti-tarnish cloth as a liner.  This will prevent tarnish to the pieces of jewelry you may not be wearing and cleaning routinely.

Now that you have cleaned and cared for your jewelry, you also need to cleanse or clear it monthly.  Cleansing is a spiritual process and will be discussed in next week’s blog.

Hope this is helpful!!!  Beth

Looking for Inspiration?

I was talking to an old friend of mine this past week, attempting to help him through a difficult life lesson, and he said,”Thanks, Beth, that was inspiring.”  So I got to thinking about the whole idea of inspiration.  The Free Dictionary defines it as “stimulation of the mind or emotions to a high level of feeling or activity.”  This makes sense to me because I equate the “high level of feeling” with a positive feedback from my body that I am on my spiritual path, which is what I am here in this lifetime to achieve.  Each one of us can look for inspiration by doing any one of the following items:

1.  Quiet the mind’s repetitive self-talk by focusing on your breath for 5 minutes/day.  Sit or lie in a comfortable, private location and say to yourself “inhale” and “exhale” as you breathe.  You can visualize breathing in positive, healing energy and breathing out all negative energy.  If a distracting thought comes to mind simply redirect yourself to the breath.

2.  If you are not comfortable sitting still then consider focusing your mind while performing a repetitive movement.  Exercise is a wonderful option and you may simply go for a walk while focusing on your breath as in #1.  If you are not able to go for a walk you can perform arm raises and heel lifts while seated.  The purpose is to occupy your body in a physical task so that you may free the mind.  Focus on the breath and redirect the mind if you get off track.

3.  Wake up in the morning and set your intention for the day by stating either out loud or quietly, “Today I am the best I can be.  I am full of  joy, peace, happiness, forgiveness, etc.”  Then during the day if you begin to feel badly (the driver in front of you is rude, the cashier is angry, etc.) remind yourself of your daily intention and allow the negativity to wash away.

Hope this is helpful!  Beth

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