Carnelian

An Introduction to Carnelian

Carnelian is a member of the Microcrystalline Quartz family, which also includes Aventurine, Chrysoprase, Tiger Eye, and Agate, among others.

Carnelian is one of the most popular gems associated with the sacral chakra, as its vibrant and varying orange hues clearly showcase its metaphysical properties of joy, optimism, and vitality. It also occurs redder tones, lending more toward root chakra support, especially for feelings of safety and for relieving depression.

Carnelian is a great stone for enhancing crystal combinations, as it’s balance of grounding + energizing properties give a boost that fits a large variety of crystal healing goals, including abundance, fertility, romance, confidence, digestion support, emotional healing and more.

Similarly Carnelian is often stored with other crystals to help boost and maintain their healing vibrations. When storing crystals stones for long periods of time, adding a tumbled Carnelian can help keep your collection ready and waiting for your next healing session.

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Healing properties and Benefits

MENTAL

Helps you to trust your insights and perceptions
Replaces negative thoughts with positive thoughts
Grounds you in the present reality

PHYSICAL

Stimulates metabolism and restores vitality
Helps with female reproductive system aiding in fertility
Helps with lower back problems and arthritis

EMOTIONAL

Helps you get motivated and STAY motivated
Promotes feelings of joy, and helps you to follow your passion

SPIRITUAL

Activates Root chakra
Helps with grounding and stabilization
Can be used to cleanse other stones

Chakra

Sacral, Root

Crystal Pairings

Iolite, Sapphire, Amber, Chrysocolla, Jasper, Citrine, Smoky Quartz, Mookaite Jasper, Petrified wood, Garnet, Tourmaline, Azurite Malachite, Sunstone, Rutilated Quartz, Rose Quartz, Peridot, Orange Calcite, Ruby in Zoisite, Sodalite, Lapis Lazuli, Tiger Eye, Emerald

Top 3 Alternative uses

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Increasing Passion and Purpose

Carnelian is a beautiful combination of grounding and high energy, bring both motivation and steadfastness. This Sacral Chakra stone helps you gain clarity in meditation and trust the insights you receive.

Sunstone is an even more positive and joyful stone, full of empowerment and optimism. One key element is it's ability to help you remove emotional "hooks" from other people that drain your energy. Together these stones help you trust yourself and understand what is best for YOUR life. Once you know where you are headed, this combo will help get you there through Positive Mindset and Determination.

Affirmation: "I am filled with Passion, leading me upward to great accomplishments and worthy goals."

Female Hormone Support

Pair Carnelian, with Blue Lace Agate, Citrine and Onyx to create a powerful combination for targeted adrenal and thyroid support to provide balanced energy.

When one part of the endocrine system gets out of whack it creates a domino effect that gets all the others out of whack too. Our hormones are directly connected to our emotional balance as well. So that means this crystal combo can work wonders for everyone in your family as they balance both hormones and mood.

Carnelian also pairs with Rose Quartz and Aventurine for supporting fertility and balanced female hormones.

Affirmation: "My body naturally desires balance. I treat myself with love, care, and respect and my health improves each day."

High Vibrations

Carnelian and Amazonite pair together to create a balanced energizing power. Adding Blue Kyanite maintains even high vibrations, helping you align all your chakras at once.

Together you’ve got a master blend for keeping that perfectly balanced positivity all day long!

Affirmation: “I am balanced. I am aligned. I am filled with high vibrations.”