Histories and legends
Labradorite comes from the Labrador region of Canada. It is a Canadian region where about one-third of the population comes from indigenous peoples (Innu, Inuit and Métis). This incredible stone was discovered in 1770 by a group of missionaries from Central Europe to evangelize the local population.
The "ite" suffix from the Greek meaning "mineral". Labradorite literally means "mineral of the Labrador". It was not until 1780 that the geologist M. Foster named the stone labradorite.
This stone is sometimes nicknamed "moonstone rainbow". There is also the spectrolite, a variety of labradorite, showing all the nuances of the light spectrum. Discovered during the Second World War in Finland, this mineral is reminiscent of the interior mussel shells. Although the colors are similar, we must not confuse the labradorite with opal or stone of moon.
Many captions are associated with labradorite. The most is that of the Scandinavian peoples. This legend has it that labradorite possesses beautiful iridescent highlights thanks to the aurora boreals.
Parallel, Inuit tradition explains that a young warrior shattered a huge labradorite with his spear in order to to release the celestial light. Splinters sprang from the stone and ascended to heaven, forming the aurora borealis. Others have spread over the earth, freezing eternally in the rock, creating these labradorite stones with splendid reflections.
Some indigenous people were convinced that this stone was the link between the earthly world and the invisible. They told themselves that the rock contained the souls of their ancestors.
However, at the time of archaeological digs in Maine, various objects carved in labradorite were found. They date back to the year one thousand and have were made by Native Americans algonquins.
A belief tells that people who are attracted to the labradorite are descendants of the continent of Atlantis. For the record, Atlantis was an immense island, attributed to the sea god Poseidon when the world was divided. This island suddenly disappeared during a cataclysm provoked by Zeus.
According to the ancients, labradorite possesses powerful virtues of healing. They tell us that by crushing it and powdered, it would cure the disease. many ills. In the second half of the 19th century century, a number of jewellers began making fabulous labradorite jewelry in a variety of styles. In particular, they make cameos and notches. Labradorites, of lesser quality, are used as facing stones on building facades or as ornamental objects for decoration.
Labradorite belongs to the feldspar family silicates and plagioclases. tectosilicates. It contains mainly sodium, calcium, iron and magnesium. It blue, yellow or red reflections. metallic greens caused by adularescence, a kind of shimmering effect the interference of different layers also known as the Schiller effect. It is formed in metamorphic rocks or magma. It has a hardness of 6 to 6.5 on Mohs scale.
The deposits
The main deposits are found in Madagascar and Algeria, in Australia, China, France, etc.
Les benefits of labradorite in lithotherapy
Ses psychological benefits
Labradorite is a real stone of protection with a sponge function. It absorbs all surrounding negative energies. Freed from these polluting energies, the mind becomes positive and balanced psychologically.
This stone is recommended for nursing staff and people into empathy. It allows them not to become too emotionally involved in their pain and provide them with understanding.
Labradorite fights back against anxiety and fear and anxiety. It soothes and provides serenity. It spreads a feeling of well-being and calm. The mind can escape into dreams peaceful. Her energy, both radiant and develops feelings of happiness, of joy and peace.
It is said of this fabulous stone that it is a stone openness to others. It is ideal for people with complexes and shyness. It generates a certain self-confidence and greater self-confidence. It encourages compassion, understanding and love of others. She also accompanies lonely people to feel better.
It's a stone inspiration that's perfect for creative professions. It provokes stimulating the mind and imagination. Visit can finally concentrate and focus on his on the present. It effectively combats against procrastination.
Ses physical benefits
Labradorite is a stone with powerful qualities regenerating. It strengthens the body.
When tired intense, it allows you to regain vitality. It helps you sleep recuperative. It soothes the mind when and calms the whirlwind of everyday life. restless thoughts.
It liberates stress and its harmful consequences on the body and mind. It provides well-being and promotes the proper functioning of the heart.
It encourages a good circulation of body fluids.
The labradorite and astrological signs associates
Labradorite is an effective protective stone for all of the zodiac. It spreads peace and serenity to its wearers. Sometimes that a special bond is forged with certain astrological signs, such as:
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Cancer a symbol of family and nostalgia and home. This sign represents sensitivity, fertility and origins. Wearing a labradorite will enable him to free himself from his anxiety. Often very worried, this sign constantly needs to be reassured. He loves being with his family, where feels safe. Possessing a creative spirit, he unleashes his full imagination when feels soothed. This sign is very altruistic likes to take care of others. He is a an attentive interlocutor and a a wide audience. Often suffering hypersensitivity, he can sometimes experience moments of melancholy, even depression. He has often afraid of being abandoned, so he knows make himself indispensable. He can be aggressive or unpleasant. But in fact forges a carapace to fight against his shyness. In love, he is romantic and sentimental. He may be emotionally dependent. He always needs reassurance. He's looking for a partner to protect him. He's loyal, but also possessive and jealous. It can develop aggression and become violent if you attack your family;
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Sagittarius symbol of the intellect, the ability to understand religion and higher education. This sign represents religion, distant journeys and philosophy. Wearing a labradorite confidence and self-assurance. self. He's often optimistic and lucky. We say even brings good luck to those who surrounding it. This sign has the ability to play down situations. He's cheerful and his company is much appreciated. He loves which enabled him to discover new new cultures. He needs to be independent and free. He hates routine and finds a job that gives him the freedom movements. He is very active, but he has an annoying tendency not to finish them. Cheerful, generous and warm-hearted, he has always enthusiasm. He provokes up to insolence. He loves to seduce, conquer and charm. He believes in marriage, but aspires to taste the thousand pleasures of love before commitment. He can become amoral. He needs an independent, non-encroaching partner on his freedom. Over the years, he calms down and a family. He loves children;
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Fish symbol of infinity, of the esotericism and clairvoyance. This sign represents mystery, intuition and betrayal. Wearing labradorite develops listening and comprehension skills of others. This sign tends to be very sensitive and can't take criticism. He can be extravagant with a personality quirky. He's a great dreamer who is inventing a better world. He is impressionable and can be drawn into all kinds of addictions. It proves to be a liar, even an affabulator. With a temper double and changeable, he's moody. His attitudes are sometimes incomprehensible. It is hard to pin down. Very generous, he has head in the clouds. He has a lot of to leave his bed, the best refuge of all. It can't live far from water. He makes a an excellent swimmer. He is a gifted especially in music. He runs away from and doesn't like crowds. Visit love, it is both sincere and genuine or on the contrary, an affabulator. He likes to discover eroticism and surrenders easily. As it matures, it makes an excellent partner. He is faithful and believes in family.
The labradorite and the chakras
Labradorite helps balance the throat chakra. The throat chakra is the energetic center of the throat. communication. It encourages expression clear and concise. This throat chakra encourages the spoken word or any other form of expression. It facilitates listening and understanding. The words used are often and clear. The message comes across well and makes a show of sincerity.
The chakra of the unbalanced throat, too open, causes the lack of self-confidence, fear of others. He generates irony, manipulation and malice. It can go as far as aggressiveness.
The chakra of the blocked throat prevents expression. It causes a lack of creativity and fear of being wrong judged by others. Speech is then incoherent, even crude. It leads to nervousness and anxiety.
Maintenance, purification and recharging of the labradorite
As soon as it is extracted, the labradorite can no longer be purified or recharge with the elements of nature around him. So, as soon as he arrived at within your household, you need to following operations. These operations are regularly due to the the ability of labradorite to absorb emotions. It must therefore be purified and recharge about once a week.
Sink your stone in a clear glass filled with spring water for 2 hours. Dry gently with with a soft cloth. You can also purify with the help of the fumigation with white sage or by placing in a Tibetan bowl.
Recharge your labradorite with moon rays (choose one full moon) for one night. You can also also place it on a quartz cluster or on an amethyst geode for 24 hours.
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