Janet's Gems

PERIDOT

Peridot Mesa, on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation in Arizona, is an important source of Peridot.  It is mined by Native Americans.

 Peridot (pronounced pair-a-doe), also known as Chrysolite, is a variety of Olivine.  Peridot is a powerful cleanser.  It releases and neutralizes toxins on all levels, alleviates jealousy, resentment, spite, bitterness, irritation, hatred and greed.  By reducing stress, anger and guilt, Peridot opens our hearts to joy and new relationships.  It enhances confidence and assertion, motivating growth and change. 

 

Peridot is said to strengthen the immune system, metabolism and benefits the skin.  It aids disorders of the heart, thymus, lungs, gallbladder, spleen and intestinal tract.  Treats ulcer and strengthens eyes.  Balances bipolar disorders and overcomes hypochondria.

                                          Fourth Chakra - Heart

Residing in the exact center of the body, the Heart Chakra houses our ability to love ourselves and others. As the center chakra of the body, the Heart Chakra acts as a bridge between the lower and upper chakras, and as such helps with the distribution of prana or chi throughout the body. The Heart Chakra is also the center of our connection to the universe. The blocked or closed Heart Chakra can cause someone to become callous and cold to others, preferring isolation, and forming an inability to socialize and form healthy relationships. A too wide-open Heart Chakra can cause one to have a lack of emotional boundaries, creating unhealthy emotional attachments.

 

Mystical Properties


Peridot is said to increase patience, confidence and assertiveness. Stories have been told since ancient times about how this gemstone has the ability to slow the aging process, bring the wearer good luck, peace, and success.  Is calming to the nervous system and is said to banish lethargy, which can attack someone who is experiencing depression. 

 

Because of its yellowish green color, Peridot is believed to cure diseases of the liver and difficulties with digestion. It aids in physical detoxification and helps problems with the kidneys, bladder, gall bladder, and the stomach. Peridot heals such illnesses as ulcers, constipation, and irritable bowel syndrome. 

 

Peridot shares Divine miracles and beauty with you by intensifying your manifestation abilities and acting as a guide in realizing that which you hold closest to your heart.  By teaching that holding onto the past is counter productive, it shows you how to detach yourself from outside influences and how to look to your own higher energies for guidance.  Thus, helping you understand your destiny and spiritual purpose.