OBSIDIAN

Beneficially influences stomach and intestines. Connects mind and emotions. Slightly masculine energy. Grounds spiritual energy into physical plane. Absorbs and disperses negativity. Reduces stress. Helps clear subconscious blocks. Brings an understanding of silence and “the void”. Detachment, but with wisdom and love. Powerful healer for those attuned with it. Chakra(s): root.

Volcanic bright and vitreous lustrous glass. Hardness 5-5.5. Colour due to dust-like particles of Magnetite. Locality: Oregon, USA; Arizona, USA; Middle East; Mexico; California, USA.