Garnet - Stone of Growth, Protection and Healing

Garnet is a workhorse in the mineral family. It has- Ask to be shown the way for your own growth
been used since ancient times for healing and- If there is something keeping you stuck in one
protection. It has many functions, some of themplace, ask to be shown the origin of this pattern
known, some of them long forgotten. When youThe garnet and the fire will work together to
work with this mineral on a regular basis, it carriesallow you to see how to proceed. You may want
you back to the origins of the planet, the familyto write down this information to work with it. Or,
of humanity, and your own origins here on Earth.if you are shown something that needs to be
It takes you back to the beginning of your soul'sreleased, use the fire for this purpose.
journey, and at the same time back to the Now.Garnet has also been worn for protection, and for
It is in this depth that all the layers of your ownits physical healing and energizing capacity. You
incarnations become illuminated, many layerscan carry a small garnet for protection from
which make up the progress of your soul along itsnegativity and even danger. It creates a kind of
unique path.energy shield around your energy field which
There is a depth and richness to every person, arepels negativity in any form. It has remained a
fertile soil where growth has happened, canprominent stone throughout the years because of
happen, and is always happening. Garnet puts youits ability to protect. In ancient times it was worn
in touch with this growth process and connectson actual battle shields to keep the wearer safe
you to those things which may be beneficial forfrom injury.
your growth in the present moment. The goal ofUse this stone for deep healing on all levels -
life is to grow, all the while knowing that there isphysical, emotional and spiritual. Physically it is a
also perfection in this particular Now.great energizer, strengthening health and
The ancients knew to look deep within this stonewell-being. It aids in regulating heart and circulatory
for the information needed to grow and thrive.system, and also works with skin inflammations. It
To work with garnet for this information:can easily be found in jewelry and worn close to
- Hold it in your receptive hand (usually the left)the body, where it can work its healing magic.
- Gaze into a candle flame, or fire if you have oneFor grounding, good health, protection and deep
availablesoul work, garnet is the stone to have.