Often one of the first healing crystals a person is attracted to, due to it's bright coloured flashes and iridescence, Labradorite is thought of as the gemstone of magic. It has a vast list of traditional and folk uses in spiritual and energetic work, often used to connect with, reveal, and learn about, this aspect of our inner being. It is believed to help dreams and aspirations not seem out of reach. Thought of as of the most powerful stones to support your intentions, it helps you go after what you long to achieve.
It is almost the polar opposite of grounding stones, lifting our minds out of the natural and into the spiritual. Whilst doing this, it deflects unwanted energy and protects us from the draining of our energy by others. A great stone for introverts and empaths on their spiritual journey, although sometimes wise to pair with a grounding stone in these cases for healthy balance.
Labradorite as we know it was discovered in 1770 by Moravian missionaries in Canada. It takes it's name from the Labrador peninsula, where it was found. However it is believed to have been used over 1000 years ago by The Red Paint People of Maine, as well as ancient Innuits.
Labradorite also has a multitude of physical traditional and folk uses too! Like it's friend the moonstone, it is a great crystal for women. Believed by many to be useful at times when hormone balance is needed, such as pre-menstrual symptoms for example. It is also thought to be a calming stone, linking it to blood pressure and stress applications. Yet with it's spiritual edge, it can be useful for helping reveal underlying issues within mystery illnesses as it seeks to bring self-awareness and intuition, as well as revelation of things that are hidden. Why not pop one under your pillow at night, and see what comes to you in your dreams?
MOHS: 6 - 6.5
Name: Derived from the place name where it was discovered - the Labrador peninsula in Canada
Substance: Triclinic structure and part of the Feldspar family
Location: Madagascar, Canada, Russia, Mexico, America
Element: Wind
Chakras: All
Pseudo and nick-names: "The gemstone of magic"
Interesting Facts:
- Discovered in 1770 by Moravian missionaries
- Used over 1000 years ago by The Red Paint People of Maine
- Spectrolite is a form that flashes the entire colour spectrum form Finland.
- Larvikite is a silvery grey Labradorite from Scandinavia
- Nuummite is another close cousin with similar colours but different crystal pattern and is from Greenland
- Yellow Labradorite has different historical and folk applications not covered here.
Historical and Traditional Folk Uses - Physical/Environmental
- Mystery illnesses
- Eyes
- Brain
- Stress
- Metabolism regulation
- Colds
- Gout
- Rheumatism
- Hormone balancing
- PMS
- Lowering blood pressure
- Radionic treatments
Historical and Traditional Folk Uses - Emotional/Psychological:
- Self awareness and discovery
- Embracing adventures
- Self-control
- Self-mastery
- Inner vision
- Strength
- Unity
- Uncovering negative belief patterns
- Fear
- Insecurity
- Past disappointments
- Faith and trust
- Overactive thinking
- Creativity and new ideas
- Analysis and rationality
- Contemplation
- Change
- Perseverance
- Transformation
Historical and Traditional Folk Uses - Spiritual
- Protection
- Clairvoyance and Telepathy
- Prophecy and readings
- Akashic record access
- Interdimensional work
- Purification
- Learning about spirituality
- Finding divine purpose
- Visualisation and perception
- Amplification of healing thoughts and prayers
- Deflects unwanted energy
- Prevents energy leakage
- Esoteric Knowledge
- Intuition
*This information refers to the stone type in general and not any specific product made from or with it. It is based on folk lore and historical, traditional use only and does not contain scientifically proven health claims. It is for entertainment purposes only and should not be interpreted as a suggestion that the products can treat, cure or prevent any disease or illness. They are not a substitute for professional, medical advice. Always see your doctor.*
(Sources: The Book of Stones - Robert Simmons & Naisha Ahsian, The Crystal Bible - Judy Hall, Crystals - Lauren D'Silva)
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