Arfvedsonite

History and properties

Arfvedsonite belongs to the silicate group and the silicate subgroup inosilicates. It often takes the form of radiating, star-shaped or fibrous prisms. It is a natural stone rarely found in lithotherapy.

This is an amphibole rare mineral containing sodium and iron (cf. text on amphibole). For the record amphiboles are minerals that have the shape of prismatic crystals or needles containing iron and/or magnesium.

Arfvedsonite can be crystallizes in a crystalline system monoclinic. It is often confused with astrophyllite (see text on astrophyllite). However, astrophyllite has bronze, gold or silver-coloured streaks. brown. Arfvedsonite, on the other hand, presents greenish-black or bluish-grey shades with blue or red streaks money.

She trains at Inside magmatic rocks or rocks slowly intrusive plutonic igneous rocks at depth. This type of rock is the result of cooling and solidification of magma with mineral crystallization on component.

It has a hardness of 5 6 on the Mohs scale. In comparison diamond has the highest hardness of 10 on the same scale. It can be used to make jewelry, such as pendants, rings, etc. or in lithotherapy in stone form rolled.

The discovery of arfvedsonite is relatively recent since it was performed in 1823 by the chemist Swedish Johan August Arfwedson (1792-1841). He there are no legends or myths connected with this mineral.

The main deposits are in Malawi, Canada, Russia and the United States. United States.

The benefits of arfvedsonite in lithotherapy

Benefits for your health psychic

Arfvedsonite is a powerful mineral that repels negativity. This negativity can come from bad people with malicious intent, who feel a sense of urgency. jealousy, envy and resentment. She soothes the mind and gives a sense of calm interior.

Also, it hunts down the thoughts that are too intrusive that prevent concentration. It is therefore highly recommended for students in exam periods, to people or training. It increases capacities, too. memorization.

This stone helps its wearer to appreciate the present moment. It's a anchoring stone that invites him to slow down, to to savor and enjoy every moment. She gives courage and force.

Promotes meditation and introspection. It encourages access to a meditative state and facilitates spiritual awakening. Its wearer can finally to understand what it is that causes blockages in him. These are often blockages related to past traumas, or even childhood.

So this is a stone that guides intentions and thoughts towards objectives. It helps to overcome certain painful events such as the loss of a loved one, a romantic break-up or an failure professional.

Arfvedsonite sharpens the sensitivity and develops intuition. Sound certain things instinctively, which can bring him social success or

Benefits for your health physical

Arfvedsonite soothes the of its wearer. It keeps agitated thoughts that may be the cause insomnia. Place an arfvedsonite in a bedroom makes it easier to fall asleep. quality and reduces wake-up calls nocturnal.

This stone is said to combat effectively against stress and its consequences. The wearer must simply hold this the mineral between his hands and roll it around by focusing on what is stressing him in order to evacuate it.

Arfvedsonite can suppress states of intense sadness. It vitality and energy to its customers. who then finds the strength to its activities with enthusiasm.

Arfvedsonite and signs astrological associates

Arfvedsonite possesses an energy and mental strength to all the natives of the zodiac. Like many fine stones, it has developed greater affinity with certain signs astrological signs such as :

Gemeaux : symbol communication, exchanges and studies. This sign represents the mind, the letters and the curiosity. Wearing an arfvedsonite helps him to appreciate the present moment, invites him to and gives it courage and strength. Pleasant and sociable, with a great sense of humor. Very spiritual, his entourage appreciates his company. He's not good at organization. It is the sign of movement and demonstrates a lively mind. He's not afraid of change and has a great ability to adaptability, whatever the situation. It loves learning, discovering and behaving eternal student. All interests are for him an inexhaustible source of knowledge, but it's very difficult for him to go to the end of what he undertakes. In this light cheerful and playful, it hides an anxious undercurrent. It is a highly sensitive person who doesn't listen to himself. So.., he's detached and carefree. It's also the great optimist of the zodiac. Often cheerful and enthusiastic, it lives in the moment. He loves long journeys and discover new countries. In love, he has charm. Seductive and light, it has success. Sometimes superficial, it is looking for true love. But he values his freedom. He is neither possessive, not jealous and not inclined to passion ;

Virgin : symbol analytical skills, method and organization. This sign represents logic, perfection and hard work. Wearing a arfvedsonite protects him from negativity, often from people with bad intentions and malevolent. This sign has a anxious and self-conscious. Her lack of self-esteem and is often relegated to the sidelines. background. Extremely modest, he has a tendency to take a back seat. However, it is recognized for its expertise and knowledge. It is the least self-confident sign of the zodiac. Obsessed with cleanliness, this sign spends a lot of time on tasks housework. Very demanding of himself and others, this sign is very critical and fussy. He likes to be useful and helpful. Caring for others is a priority for even at his own expense. Fussy, meticulous, this sign appreciates rigor and precision. He hates it when people change his routine. His habits reassure him, because he is an extremely anxious nature and needs to evolve in his comfort zone. In love, he overly cautious and hesitates to give himself up. He finds it hard to trust. He is suspicious, but when he trust, it can quickly become a exceptional lover ;

Scorpion : symbol death, transformation and mystery. This sign represents instinct, passion and desire. Wearing an arfvedsonite sharpens his sensitivity and enhances intuition. Despite appearances, this sign shows a strong skin-deep sensitivity. He is a anxious nature. Highly resistant to physical pain, it gives off an impression of indestructible strength. He likes to evolve in the world of darkness and night. He is drawn by money and power. This is the sign the most tenacious of the zodiac. It's best not to opposite. He can become sadistic and violent. He possesses an innate gift for psychology and is a master in the art of detecting his interlocutor's weaknesses. He can even to the point of manipulation. With this sign, it's all or nothing. He's capable of anything destroy to rebuild according to his ideal. He forgives neither pettiness nor weakness. At He knows how to play with his charms. He shows himself magnetic and sensual. He lives each of his stories passionately, madly. It is made to merge with his or her partner. He or she may jealous and possessive. With him, it's love or hate. He places great importance to sexuality in his couple.

Arfvedsonite and chakras

Arfvedsonite helps to balancing the third chakra eye. This chakra is located between the eyebrows, above the bridge of the nose. The chakra of the third eye, harmonized, provokes open-mindedness and imagination. The person also has a lot of intuition. She often seeks to acquire new knowledge. This is a person with a keen sense of synthesis and analysis.

The third eye chakra, unbalanced, not very open, creates a closing the mind to knowledge. The tends to be manipulative. She uses his thoughts as tools of influence over others. She likes to have power over her entourage. She uses her friends and circle for the satisfaction of its needs personal.

The third eye chakra, unbalanced, closed, presents various dysfunctions. The person is no longer able to analyze things correctly and can't see the big picture. His mind is disturbed, closes itself off to knowledge and know.

The third eye chakra, unbalanced, too open, causes a reality and alters its perception. The person becomes irrational and is convinced that it alone holds the key to the truth. It's complicated to have constructive exchanges with her.

Maintenance, purification and recharge your arfvedsonite

Since extraction to your home, your arfvedsonite won't could neither purify nor recharge at with the help of natural elements such as earth, sun and water. Handled from many times, she came into contact with various energies, both negative and positive. It it may even have lost some of its efficiency.

Once inside your home, it it is imperative to carry out following. These operations must be renewed at least once a month and after each lithotherapy.

Pass your arfvedsonite under running water for a few seconds. Gently dry with a towel. soft cloth to remove any remaining impurities. For lighter purification, you can opt for sage fumigation white, for the use of a flower of life or a bowl Tibetan.

Recharge your arfvedsonite in the sun: she loves it! Put her in the sun afternoon sun for 2 hours or place it on an amethyst geode or on an a quartz cluster for 24 hours. The two methods can be used in alternation.