Brown Tourmaline: Heaven and Earth - Jewelry, Crystals and Gems

key words .Self-acceptance, self-healing, bringing .   the shadow self to consciousness, self-love.  element .Earth, Storm.  chakras .Root (1st), Heart (4th).  Dravite is a brown-hued variety of Tourmaline. Its name is derived from the Austrian mineralogist Drave. Its color is dark brown and it is rarely clear enough for facetting, but the finer pieces, when cut, resemble gems of Smoky Quartz. Most Dra-vite is found in the Tourmaline deposits of Brazil.  .robert simmons .Human beings are split - divided into the sunlit side and the side that dwells in the shadow. For most, the shadow means the unconscious, and one's shadow self consists of the rejected parts which have been pushed down into unconsciousness. There are several problems with this situation. First, it takes life-force energy to keep things confined to the unconscious. Therefore, those with large shadows (almost everyone) have only a fraction of their original energies available to them. Second, the shadow wants to be made conscious, so it frequently erupts in compulsive behavior, slips of the tongue, depression and wild emotional swings. Third, one's most precious gifts are frequently pushed into the shadow territory, because their early manifestations likely have met with rejection from parents or others.  For those on the spiritual path, it is imperative that the shadow be brought to consciousness. One must take the difficult road of examining one's wounds, seeing the distorted and disfigured self that has been forgotten in the interior 'basement,' and ultimately retrieving the lost fragments of self through unsentimental love and true acceptance. Many metaphysically inclined people have embraced spirituality in order to avoid looking downward into all of this, but it must be done for there to be any real progress. No one will reach Heaven by flying. The downward journey into darkness is the gateway to the Light.  Having read this far, one may be heartened to learn that Dravite is the ideal gemstone ally to initiate and accompany one on this essential journey. It is highly grounding and will counter attempts to 'ascend' before one is ready. It is nourishing to the life-force energies, lending stamina to those doing deep inner work. It inspires courage and persistence, and it even helps one see the humor in some of life's darkest situations. Dravite is also an aid to those who feel numb - those who have difficulty moving into grief or other heartfelt emotions. Its vibrations can aid in removing energetic armoring around the heart. Dravite, like the repairman who unclogs the sewer, is unappreciated until one realizes one truly needs help. Then, it is seen as the great blessing it truly is.  Dravite works well in conjunction with Black Tourmaline, Jet, Black Obsidian, Aegirine and Smoky Quartz, all of which clear and ground the root chakra and provide psychic protection. Moldavite can help speed the process of inner transformation which Dravite initiates and supports.  .Naisha Ahsian .Like many of the beings that belong in the Tourmaline group, Dravite has a calming, soothing effect on the energetic systems and the body. Its energy helps one relax, release and become centered within oneself. Dravite's ability to calm and soothe is paired with its ability to deeply cleanse the emotional and physical bodies. Dravite draws one's most deeply hidden patterns and issues to the surface, allowing one to calmly review and clear them. It aids in seeing the aspects of self one has hidden from oneself out of fear or denial.  Dravite pairs the purifying energies of Black Tourmaline with the heart-healing energy of Green Tourmaline. It can help one lovingly identify what needs to be released before further growth can occur. It can aid in facing tough choices with courage and taking difficult action towards truth. Dravite's energy allows one to perceive and integrate the shadow self, raising that aspect of self to consciousness and infusing it with one's highest energy and love. It can help one to accept those aspects of self that seem abhorrent or unlovable.  Dravite has a strong connection to the Earth and its energy field. It can be used for grounding or to help one make a stronger connection with the Earth. It allows one to see one's spiritual path in concrete terms, so one can plan out the steps involved in aligning one's mundane life with one's spiritual purpose. It is excellent for those who feel overwhelmed and need to release anxiety. Dravite's energy lends one a sense of well-being and competence.  .Spiritual .Dravite helps one come to terms with the unthinkable. It gently illuminates and cleanses aspects of oneself that have been denied, or past experiences that have seemed too hurtful to remember. Dravite helps those who feel unlovable or unforgivable find compassion for themselves and new ways to manifest their highest selves into their daily reality. It guides one to a gentle healing and acceptance of the total self.  .emotional .Dravite aids in finding an emotional strength and sense of self-acceptance, initiating deep healing for those who have experienced emotional trauma. Its grounding influence helps those who feel overwhelmed release panic and begin to find a place of calm from which to approach life. It helps one to see what has been denied, so emotional healing can occur.  .physical .Dravite is excellent for blood purification and for clearing and healing the lymph-atic system. It helps shift the physical body through changing negative habits and patterns, such as overcoming addiction, stopping self-abusive behavior, or moving toward a more vibrant state of health. Dravite assists in the absorption of nutrients from food and can be helpful in calming bowel disorders such as Crohn's disease or Irritable Bowel Syndrome.  .affirmation .I open my eyes to all of myself, now accepting with love all aspects that had been exiled, forgotten or lost.

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