Labradorite Crystal Meaning + Healing Properties
Labradorite
What is it? Although it is believed Labradorite was first discovered in Maine over a thousand years ago, it was re-discovered in 1770 in Labrador, Canada. Labradorite is a favorited stone among psychics and shamans for its ability to not only help strengthen intuition but provide energetic protection for the aura and chakras. Labradorite has several nicknames, including the “stone of transformation,” the “stone of magic” and the “philosopher’s stone.”
How to identify it: Labradorite is most identifiable by it beautiful varying mix of colors from blue-green, to purple, yellow and orange. This crystal is formed by alternating mix of layers of two feldspars that have different chemical compositions called sodium aluminum silicate and calcium aluminum silicate. When light touches upon the crystal, it creates flashes of light that projects multiple colors at the same time, known as labradorescence- not to be confused with fluorescence, which causes crystals to glow under ultra violet light.
Uses: When light shines upon Labradorite, it flashes beautiful, seemingly multi-dimensional colors. With that said, Labradorite has been used to reflect our inner light, and serve as a mirror to reflect and bring awareness to the duality and parts of ourselves that are hidden in the unconscious.
Spiritual uses for labradorite: Labradorite is known as a “stone of transformation,” and assists in dropping any veils of illusion to see things clearly from a higher perspective and elevated planes of consciousness.
Those who work with this stone have said it links the connection between the heart, throat, third eye, and crown chakras, serving as a bridge between the heart and mind aspects of ourselves.
This crystal has also been called the “stone of magic” for its ability to bring good luck with manifestation, enhance meditation, lucid dreaming, psychic development, and communication with one’s high self and spirit guides, accessing higher realms of consciousness.
It is said that labradorite serves as not only a protective stone, but assists in making any necessary repairs within the aura. Working with labradorite can especially be helpful for those who are empathic, psychic, and those who work in the line of energy healing to provide energetic protection from becoming too drained. Labradorite works to keep energies in balance and prevent any attachments from forming that do not serve your highest alignment.
Physical uses for labradorite: The theme with labradorite is revealing what has been hidden from us. Therefore, it has been said that working with labradorite can assist uncovering the root of mystery type illnesses and the necessary health adjustments that may be required to adjusting the body back into alignment with the mind and spirit. Since labradorite has been known to harmonize well with connecting the upper chakras (heart, throat, third eye, and crown), it has been used to improve the health of ailments of the upper body (such as the eyes, nerves, and brain), in addition to bone health.
Emotional uses for labradorite: Labradorite acquired its nickname, “the philosopher’s stone” due to its abilities to provide wisdom, and increase memory and intelligence, making this stone a great study aid. As mentioned before, it has been said that the flashes of light in the crystal reflect back to us what it is needed to be revealed within ourselves that were previously hidden, which can include the relationship we hold with ourselves, and others.
Fun fact: Pair with citrine when being used for manifestation, and moonstone when looking to further enhance intuitive abilities and balance or get in touch with the Divine feminine aspect within ourselves.
What chakras and auric layers work best with labradorite?
Chakras: All
Aura: All auric layers
Zodiac signs associated with labradorite: Piscis, Libra, Leo
Feng Shui: When used in feng shui, Labradorite represents the element of water
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