Black Star Tourmaline

The gem:

Belonging to the school species of tourmaline gemstones is the alluring Black tourmaline. The Black Tourmaline with its impressive physical and metaphysical properties is intriguing for scientists and spiritualists alike. Among the hundreds of hues available Black tourmaline is the most common color of tourmaline. Being the darkest, black tourmaline offers unique depth and spiritualism. comes From the Sinhalese toramalli, meaning “mixed-color gems” comes the Tourmaline. Although Sinhalese is Sri Lankan, but the term got originated through Dutch merchants. All crystals contain energies that give them special abilities as healing stones. For instance, to bring balance and inspiration, tourmaline healing properties are its key features. Like any other black gemstones, black tourmaline metaphysical properties bring strength, wisdom, and protection. Black tourmaline is the best protection stone around are claimed by many energy healers. It is also stated that as a “Stone of Purification,” black tourmaline can turn negative energies into positive, hopeful ones. Bye-bye, bad vibes! The clear crystal manifestation of light and black tourmaline (dark energies) when used together creates a polarity of energies and that has an ample amount of energies for achieving a single goal at a time. To know the reason behind their misfortune or mistakes it is very frequently used by Reiki experts. When confused and trapped, the Reiki experts used them to get the right directions. It also has the capacity to inbuilt characters like fearless, valiant, courageous, brave, dynamic, daring & audacious.

Why should I wear:

Black tourmaline stones represent purification and the cleansing of the emotional body and is believed by many. The stone has the ability and can rid the mind of all types of negative thoughts like anxiety, anger and feelings of worthlessness. The significance of Black tourmaline’s meaning is immense. These gemstones also represents as a symbol of strength. Some crystal healers believe that black tourmaline crystals can help give its bearer the inner strength to strive hard to overcome all kinds of problems and abuses. To overcome all sorts of obsessive compulsions and excessive worry the stone helps to get rid of all kinds of thoughts and behaviours that may potentially be harmful. The stone has the ability to help increase physical vitality, increasing one’s energy levels and helping them function on a higher level. It is also believed that black tourmaline is a good reliever for stress and tension for the bearer of the stone. It also helps its bearer to view the world more objectively, allowing oneself to view life with more clearer and rational thoughts. For all crystal healers the black gemstone plays a vital role that can inspire a positive attitude, regardless of the circumstance, as well as stimulate a sense of altruism for the bearer of the stone. For all those who are generally feeling a bit of a mental and creative slump Black tourmaline is also thought to enhance one’s practical creativity.

Benefits/Effects:

Black tourmaline physically strengthens, protects, and rejuvenates. Apart from cleansing toxins from the body, along with boosting energy, the stone can enhance our immune system also. Black tourmaline is also one of the best stones for absorbing electromagnetic radiation before it reaches your body. Black tourmaline benefits anyone who feels encumbered by negative thoughts Black Tourmaline can be very beneficial. The crystal has the ability to absorb the negativity for you while emitting positive vibrations back. Black tourmaline can transform your self-doubt into confidence and purpose once negativity is neutralized.  The stone’s soothing properties are purported to reduce obsessive tendencies and promote stress-relief. Black tourmaline chakra healing is most effective on the root chakra for all energy related work. At the base of the spine, the root chakra represents our fundamental need for safety and connection to the earth. Root chakra which is in unbalanced condition can lead to tiring hyper vigilance stemming from anxiety. You can regain a sense of security and trust that you’re on the right path. If you’re looking to enhance your spirituality, black tourmaline is a great place to start!  For a more balanced spiritual environment, you can make a black tourmaline force field in any space by placing a black tourmaline crystal in every corner.  Your body and soul can align with the energy of the universe whenever this black crystal stone in hand or nearby. You can feel safe to explore your psyche uninterrupted when under black tourmaline protection and also while  exploring different types of black tourmaline crystals? The shopping process is easier when you know what to look for, which we’ll cover next! You should take a piece of black tourmaline in your hand and hold it for few minutes then your mind calms down and it will bring focus and concentration especially when your mind is not relaxed and it is getting diverted instantly again & again. It has the capacity to increase your stamina, potency, endurance, steadfastness, vigour, strength  & tenacity. Along with this, it can also initiate mental awareness, inspiration, ambition, perseverance, vision & reliability.

Significance:

Black Tourmaline is often used for reflection of negativity & protection. For these two purposes, it is widely popular among people. As black tourmaline can absorb Electromagnetic Radiation, placing a rock of black tourmaline will absorb the radiation and it protects its user. It also helps improves blood circulation. It can also provide a connection between humans and mother Earth. For centuries it is used to calm, pacify, mollify, appease, conciliate & recover. That black tourmaline protects mother earth from malefic spells of demons and giants, it was a very popular myth. Whenever you carry this stone at your workplace it will boost your confidence level & bring clarity to your mind. It also helps increase the perception of your potential. It is a very good and sought after talisman to carry in misfortune or while in miserable conditions. It is also be used by hanging the same at the main entrance so that it will not allow any evil spirit or malefic energies to enter your house. Thus basically it works as a guard to the main entrance of ones house.

Details:

Origin - It is available in the USA and also in India, Pakistan, Madagascar,  Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Zambia and  Zaire

Birthstone month - October              

Colour – Shiny black 

Density – 2.82 – 3.32 

Species – Boron Silicate mineral 

Jewellery metal – Gold, silver. 

Wearing day – Friday

Caution:

Black tourmaline is quite a solid and flexible stone.. For those who consider that gemstone recharges  energy level and send normal vibrations into their environment, cleaning this gemstone  assists the gemstone renew and restores it to its normal situation. The best procedure to clean black tourmaline is to put it below running water for  a minute or two before putting it plane to dry. Long-lasting revelation to water, or get in touch with with minerals can lead to damage to the gemstone.