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The Effects of Lapis Lazuli

Lapis Lazuli is a dark blue stone composed of lazurite and calcium. Some stones sparkle with glittering of pyrite. Archaeologist have excavated this mineral at sites in Egypt dating from 3300 to 3100 BC, the Predynastic Egyptian period. The priests called it "the stone from heaven" because its pyrite inclusions against the dark blue background suggested the midnight sky with its stars. This semi-precious stone has inspired people since ancient times with its beauty and its ability to activate the throat and brow chakras. Traditionally it is thought to clarify logical reasoning and to have healing powers. They ground the stone into a fine powder, mixed it with milk and applied the paste to wounds, boils and ulcers, infections and insect bites.

Therapeutic Effects
- Relics containing Lapis date from 3300 to 3100 BC.
  
  Alternative medicine practices suggest that gemstone therapy is possible with many different semi-precious stones. Lapis strengthens the body and resolves problem pattern behavior. The theory is based on the idea that gemstones can alter the vibrational states within the aura. If you wear Lapis as a necklace, earrings, bracelet or other ornaments, their vibrations will shift your aura vibrations to restore the overall balance in your body.
  
  Wearing a Lapis necklace activates the throat chakra and, when worn continuously, it affects the power points throughout your body, such as the acupuncture points and all the chakras. The process redistributes the energy within your body so that any deficient points are energized, which enhances the healing of the physical body and regulates its energy.
Mental Effects
- Lapis Lazuli worn as a necklace will correct your aura vibrations.
  
  Lapis facilitates the communication between the heart and the mind. If you are experiencing depression, lack of self-confidence, low energy or if your energy flows are imbalanced, Lapis allows the mind to tune in to your emotions. An emotional balance allows you to heighten your mental awareness, understand your emotional life and become more empowered. By breaking the control of the conscious brain on the subconscious, Lapis enhances psychic awareness so that you can trust your intuition. It calms the mind and allows more insight into complex issues as well as organizes the logical thought process. As a more fearless and adventuresome person, you will find that this connection will expand your horizons and heighten your mental awareness.
Physical Effects
- When worn on a daily basis, Lapis can reduce blood pressure.
  
  This gemstone helps with PMS and other female reproductive problems. A few of the many uses of Lapis include reducing laryngitis, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol and calming effects on the nervous system. It relieves migraine and sinus headaches and alleviates insomnia and fatigue. Lapis is also said to reduce depression and anxiety as well as help with strokes and epileptic problems.
Additional Effects and Uses
- Lapis Lazuli promotes good general health.
  
  Lapis Lazuli is a gemstone with many other uses. Some people believe the mineral also serves as a weight loss aid. Because it is effective with so many issues -- mental, physical, and therapeutic -- many consider it one of the best gemstones used in crystal healing to promote good all-round health.

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