Awareness ~ Compassion ~ Positivity
History of Lapis Lazuli
Lapis Lazuli is a captivating gemstone with a long and storied history. It has been prized for its intense blue color and has been used in Jewellery and decorative objects for thousands of years. Lapis Lazuli was highly valued in ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Greece, where it was associated with royalty and spirituality.
Lapis Lazuli Healing Properties
Spiritual Healing Properties: Lapis Lazuli is believed to be a stone of wisdom, truth, and enlightenment. It is said to enhance intuition, psychic abilities, and spiritual growth. Lapis Lazuli is often used by those seeking to deepen their connection with their inner selves and higher consciousness. It is also associated with promoting clarity, self-expression, and inner peace.
Lapis Lazuli is a crystal of truth in all aspects. It reveals inner truth, and promotes self-awareness and the acceptance of that knowledge. It provides for the relief of things that may have been suppressed and allows for them to surface, helping to diminish dis-ease or repressed anger, and allows for self-expression without holding back or compromising.
Lapis encourages dignity in friendship and social ability. It encourages the qualities of honesty, compassion and uprightness when dealing with others. It provides an awareness of one's motivations and beliefs, and gives a clearer perspective of one's whole life. It reveals not only one's limitations, but the opportunities for growth and to utilize one's gifts and abilities.
Physical Healing Properties: Lapis Lazuli is believed to have various healing properties. It is said to support the immune system, alleviate headaches, and improve overall vitality. Some people also use Lapis Lazuli to alleviate symptoms of insomnia and promote restful sleep.
How we use Lapis Lazuli
Lapis lazuli can be used in various ways, depending on your preferences and intentions. Here are some ways you can use lapis lazuli:
Jewellery
Wear lapis lazuli as jewelry to enjoy its beauty and potential metaphysical properties. Common options include necklaces, pendants, earrings, bracelets, and rings.
Meditation
Hold a lapis lazuli stone in your hand or place it on your forehead during meditation. Some believe that it can help enhance your meditation experience by promoting clarity and self-awareness.
Amulet
Carry a small piece of lapis lazuli in your pocket or wear it as a talisman or amulet to provide protection and promote positive energy in your life.
Place on altar or sacred space
If you have a personal altar or sacred space, you can incorporate lapis lazuli into your setup to represent qualities like wisdom, truth, and spiritual awareness.
Journalling and Self-Reflection
Keep a lapis lazuli stone nearby when journaling or engaging in self-reflection. It can help you gain insights into your thoughts and emotions.
Affirmation
I am capable, confident, and resilient. I embrace each day with a positive mindset and an open heart. I attract abundance and positivity into my life, and I am grateful for all the blessings that come my way.
As always, if there's anything more you’d like to know feel free to contact us at yogaandoilsnz@gmail.com, through our socials, or pop into the crystal shop for a visit at
3 Walton Street, Te Awamutu.
With Happiness and always a touch of Magic,
The Yoga & Oils Team
