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Iolite crystallizes in the form of masses, grains, & short prismatic crystals. The colour range includes blue, brown, yellow, dark violet, grey, & green. This mineral also exhibits the pleochroic qualities; i.e., X -axis showing clear yellow, y -axis showing dark violet, blue, or brown, & the Z-axis showing clear blue. In some cases, a metamorphic change has occurred in the iolite & the colours which are seen are shades of grey-green, green-grey, & brown-grey. Iolite is called the "violet stone". It is one of the major stones for use in the third-eye/crown area during healing, during guided meditations, & during astral travel adventures. Its positioning in this area can determine the nature & the extent of the success of the activity. One must use the intuitive capabilities to determine the correct location for each specific situation. This mineral helps one to change "painlessly", the change being toward spiritual growth & enhanced "illusion". It produces an electrical charge when in contact with ones auric field & can both strengthen & align this field with the subtle bodies. It is useful for the stimulation of visions & has also been used in shamanic healing ceremonies to influence the spirits. The iolite ring of the shaman is worn to ensure accuracy within the vision. It is quite powerful "medicine". It balances the male/female aspects of ones character, bringing harmony to within the self & eliminating dissonance & disruption in relationships. The energy of iolite helps one to release discord from ones life, allowing for progression toward the perfection which may be obtained in this world & the next. It further enables one to enjoy each moment & to awaken to the inner knowledge which is so patiently awaiting access. It has also been used to simulate a compass, such that one may have knowledge of directions & directional forces. It performs well when used for the elimination of debts, to enhance precision within ones life, & to facilitate acceptance of responsibility. The energy enables one to understand that the acceptance of responsibility to the self leads to excellence in ones endeavors & in the management of money. Iolite can help one to attain a constitution which defies physical disorders. It is said to enable one to consume alcohol without exhibiting the effects. It has been used to both protect & to improve degraded conditions of the liver. It can also be used to assist in lessening fatty deposits & to rid the body of toxins. It has been used in the treatment of malaria & other fever-producing disorders. Vibrates to the number 7.
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Excerpts from LOVE IS IN THE EARTH – A KALEIDOSCOPE OF CRYSTALS UPDATE by Melody © 1995
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