Rhodochrosite: description

Mineral class: carbonates.

Chemical formula: MnCO3 + Ca, Fe, Zn

Rhodochrosite is a fairly common sedimentary mineral that forms in the oxidation zone of sulphide deposits where manganese is found . Of an intense pink color, but also tending to red, very delicate and subject to flaking, it is opaque or translucent, with lighter or white streaks, and presents the phenomenon of fluorescence.

Rhodochrosite : element

Fire : the fire element concerns the sphere of energy and masculine strength (courage, will, purification, conquest).

Rhodochrosite: chakra

Anahata fourth chakra ("Heart")

Rhodochrosite : mythology

The name derives from the Greek rhodon, "pink" for its intense pink color. The Incas believed that it was the petrified blood of the ancestors: it is the national stone of Argentina, where the largest deposits are found, in the Sierras Capillitas, more than 3000 meters above sea level.

Rhodochrosite: effect on the body

Rhodochrosite strengthens the body and mind and is therefore suitable for post-traumatic psycho-physical recovery . It stimulates the metabolism and is a general tonic for the body. It is associated with the heart and blood circulation .

Help the memory and rebalances the nervous system . Useful for headaches.

Rhodochrosite: effect on the psyche

Rhodochrosite promotes unconditional love and an optimistic attitude towards life. It is a good guide to the pursuit of happiness in the emotional field. Makes active, spontaneous and dynamic. It is useful for people who are hypersensitive and easily irritated, weak and passive.

The rhodochrosite is a stone of awakening because it is free from psychological conditioning . Helps to overcome fears and insecurities, to remove emotional traumas. It calms the soul, consoles in solitude and in emotional loss .

Rhodochrosite enhances creativity and intuition, contributes to an open mind and expands consciousness, so it is great for artists in general. Promotes the spirit of initiative .

Rhodochrosite: method of use

The rhodochrosite can be discharged after use under running water.

To obtain visible effects on a physical and spiritual level it is advisable to bring the stone with it in close contact with the skin, especially around the neck, as it favors the flow of energy towards the brain, on the diaphragm or at the height of the heart, to release painful and traumatic experiences and regularizing the breath.