AMETHYST
THE CRYSTAL OF SPIRIT
Origin: Brazil
Chakra: Third Eye, Crown
Amethyst Properties & Meaning
What is the Meaning of Amethyst?
Intro to Amethyst
Amethyst is a crystal associated with spirituality and healing. It is a calming and meditative stone that can help with insomnia, headaches, depression, and anxiety. The properties of Amethyst are said to promote selflessness, generosity, and confidence.

The name Amethyst is derived from the Greek word amethustos - meaning to be non-intoxicated. Amethyst has a sobering, tranquil energy that gives it the clearing effect it is widely known for. These properties of Amethyst helps those who work with it to alleviate stress, worry, and anxiety.
Amethyst crystals are also accepted as spirit crystals, meaning that they help facilitate connection to the spirit realm.
In order to connect with spirit, you must first be able to open up your third eye chakra and allow the connection between you and the spirit realm to blossom.
The spiritual meaning of Amethyst says that it is a stone that not only fosters the connection with spirit, but that it also offers protective energy against any other being that you may not have been intending on connecting with.
Mineralogy of Amethyst
When to Use Amethyst Crystals
Any time you are feeling anxious, stressed out, or just need some calming energy is a good time to use the healing energy of your Amethyst crystals.
Amethyst is a great crystal to use if you suffer from insomnia or have trouble reaching deep sleep. Use the energy of Amethyst crystals when you need help to ward away bad dreams.
Another use for Amethyst is to facilitate your connection with Spirit and to explore any metaphysical gifts you may have.
How to Use Amethyst Crystals
Use Amethyst crystals in any way that fits your personal crystal energy practice. There is no right or wrong way to use Amethyst. Simply let your intentions for your Amethyst crystal out into the Universe and allow the energy to be returned to you in abundance.
If you are using Amethyst to connect to and clear your Third Eye Chakra, place an Amethyst crystal overtop your Third Eye Chakra during meditation. Ask the stone to help you find connection and for protection from unwanted spirits as you do so.
Place a piece of Amethyst at your bedside table, or under your pillow to stave off any bad dreams, so you can rest easy in dream land.
Benefits of Amethyst:
△ Relieves Stress
△ Positive Transformation
△ Tranquility
△ Energy Protection
△ Spiritual Connection
Tips for Working with Amethyst
- Amethyst tumbled stones may be kept in a bag or pouch for general healing or kept in a separate bag for spiritual guidance
- Place a piece of Amethyst under your pillow or on your bedside table - it's calming energy will help you to achieve and maintain a deep, restful sleep.
- When working with the Third Eye Chakra, hold an Amethyst crystal over your Third Eye to unblock your connections with spirit guides and angels
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Wear or carry with you to help clear your mind and focus your intentions
- It is recommended to cleanse Amethyst often, under running water or the light of the full moon
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