The August Birthstone

Birthstones are precious or semi-precious stones with their own healing properties that are thought to boost your wellbeing, healing your physical, emotional and spiritual health. What is the birthstone for August?

The Beautiful Peridot

The August birthstone is the Peridot, also known as the ‘Olivine’. This birthstone ranges from stunning lime green to a darker olive colour and was named as the ‘Gem of the Sun’ when it was originally discovered in Ancient Egypt. It was believed that the treasured peridot stone had a natural force, and communion cups were encrusted with precious peridots to assist in connecting with the Gods.

Balancing Emotions

The colour of the Peridot can vary and often has yellow tinges that help to promote balance and harmony in wellbeing. It is known as a happy crystal, generating calmness and serenity when needed, and boosting energy if negativity is present. It is also believed to lift depressive moods, resentment and anger, bringing balance to the emotions and our mental state. The crystal Peridot is regularly used to alleviate grief and sadness too, and it’s commonly used to diffuse the negative energy from past hurt or heartbreak.

Spiritual Cleansing

The August birthstone Peridot is also an empowering stone for manifestation, and it’s believed to give the wearer the gift of being able to manifest whatever they desire. As a spiritually cleansing stone, it helps to bring clarity, patience and confidence, resulting in abundance and happiness. Like most gemstones, the Peridot has healing properties to help balance the physical, spiritual and emotional energy. It is a stone that resonates on high vibration, and it connects with the heart chakra to bring the feeling of tranquillity and focus.

How to Use the August Birthstone

Ideally, wearing gemstones as jewellery will help you to absorb the healing powers and properties. Wearing a Peridot on a necklace will bring it close to the heart chakra, helping to balance and release any blocked energies within. You can also place a Peridot in your pocket, or next to your pillow at night. Night-time is the perfect time to absorb the healing energies while you sleep. Use peridot if you need a boost of energy, emotional balancing or you are feeling you need to improve your outlook on life.

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