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Apache Tears
Apache Tears (AKA Apache’s Tears) are a spherical form of usually black obsidian (volcanic glass). Apache Tears are composed of approx. 70% quartz, along with other minerals including feldspar, hornblende, biotite and iron.
There are many stories surrounding Apache Tears. Most of the legends say that they represent the tears shed by the Native American women for their loved ones who fought and never returned. One belief is that their tears fell to the ground and became solidified which is why they are found primarily around the Southwestern part of the U.S.
This stone “sheds” tears for those who are grieving, helping them to better understand and accept their stressful situation. Some believe that those who carry Apache Tears will never need to shed another tear because the American Indians have already done so.
As with all forms of obsidian, the most common properties of Apache Tears are grounding and protection from other’s negativity. These rough round shaped nodules also provide alot more. They provide calming, spontaneity, intuition, good luck and success in business. They balance the emotions, helping to heal old emotional wounds and “baggage.” Apache Tears removes suppressed negativity and anger and replaces it with positive attitudes.
Apache Tears can help prevent us from being taken advantage of. That sounds good to me.
We have Apache Tears for $6.
Here’s the link to our store. http://www.crystalsandgemstones.com/store/a/apache-tears/
A Typical Day Selling Crystals
Last week, a woman in her 70’s came over to where we were displaying our crystals. She expressed that her husband had become downright mean and nasty to her because she had gained weight. She said that he recently moved out of the bedroom and was saying hurtful things to her.
Rather than being supportive and encouraging her to lose weight, he resorted to ugly behavior. Hearing her words made me sad. She is a lovely lady and does not deserve this kind of treatment. Actually, no one deserves to be treated poorly.
Being unfamiliar with stones and with a hint of humor in her voice, she asked if there was a stone that would make her feel better when she was around him. “As a matter of fact, there is” I answered. At that point, she became more interested.
“The first stone you need is fire agate”, I said. “Fire Agate is a very powerful protective stone. If someone is jealous of you or wishes you ill will or makes your life miserable, fire agate removes that negative energy from your aura and sends it back to the source, making them aware of what they have done and they stop!” Without missing a beat, she says “I want it. Where is it?”
I showed her the Fire Agate tumbles and the handmade Peruvian Fire Agate pendants. When she saw the fire agate, she thought it was an attractive stone. That came as no surprise as we are indeed drawn to the stones we need. After telling her that crystals work best when placed directly on the body, she decided on the fire agate pendant. She selected 3 which appealed to her and asked me which one she should go with. I said “Would you like me to ask my pendulum? ” She answered the same way 100% of the people answer. ”Yes.”
Before introducing her to the pendulum phenomenon, I asked her to choose (in her mind) which pendant she was most drawn to and not to tell me. Then, I pulled out my copper pendulum with a clear quartz tip as she curiously watched. I went through the same routine I always do, showing her how pendulums work, letting her see my yes and my no, asking if the pendulum is clear and if I am clear. Once that is established, I ask the pendulum the specific question for each person. I told the pendulum that I needed to have an answer as to which fire agate was the highest and best for (saying the person’s name). I asked her to hand me one pendant at a time. I placed the first pendant in my left hand, palm up and had the pendulum in my right hand about 7″ above. I posed the question for all 3 pendants and received one yes, one no and one not sure. I inquired as to whether the yes was for the one she liked best. She smiled and said yes.
I also suggested that she carry black tourmaline to help remove her husband’s negative energy that was ever present around her. Then, I said “You know, sodalite is a stone that helps ease anger and it would be beneficial to your husband and ultimately you.” I asked her if her husband would be willing to carry a stone around with him. She said he wasn’t into crystals but that she would simply place the sodalite in the pocket of his pants, unbeknownst to him. We both liked that idea! She decided on the small tumbled piece as opposed to the larger raw piece of sodalite. Personally, I am partial to the natural pieces, however she made the correct decision to go with the smaller tumble (for fitting nicely and unobtrusively in a pocket).
I cut her some black cord, a nearby crystal visitor made a slip knot and she immediately put that fire agate pendant around her neck. She purchased other stones as well, including apatite, a stone helpful in losing weight.
She thanked and hugged me and left with a renewed and more empowered presence. I smiled because I knew those stones were going to work their magic and it was the best little investment she could do for herself right now.



