Posted by Lao Tzu on March 18, 2010, at 15:06:07
In reply to Crystal gemstone therapy, posted by Lao Tzu on March 17, 2010, at 10:02:09
I've been using aquamarine now for over a week, and I find that it helps lighten the emotional burden of my depression, BUT I still have to take my medicine and nutritional supplements. It is complementary to them. I find that I open up a little more to people, but since I have schizophrenia social withdrawal is very common for me. Right now, I am only using an aquamarine ring with a big gemstone, probably around 2 carats. I think for more intensive therapy, you would need a whole strand or maybe even a necklace. I don't usually like wearing gemstones, but aquamarine is the one I do like to wear. It is expensive, though. I paid over $300 just for the ring. Necklaces are expensive, too. Gemisphere's aquamarine necklaces are outrageously high. It would be like an investment to buy from them. Instead, I went to a reputable jewelry store and paid $600 for a beautiful necklace. That is expensive, too, but no where near Gemisphere's prices. They do sell only quality gemstones, but my God!! I always say start off with just a little, say a few carats of aquamarine. You don't necessarily need a whole necklace. A little goes a long way with some gemstones. A whole necklace is for more intensive therapy, which some people may need. I have mixed feelings about using gemstones for healing. If you find the right stone for you, it might help you. The problem is I don't think anyone knows for sure what gemstone is right for them. I actually spent a lot of money trying different stones before I happened upon aquamarine. I spent a lot of time devoted to understanding crystal healing, but in the end, I only found one that really helped. The others partially helped or actually made me feel worse. It's akin to trying every nutritional supplement out there. Over time, you spend a lot of money until you get wise and realize the exact supplements you need. I can't tell you how much I've spent at the Vitamin Shoppe over the years. At any rate, aquamarine is a good stone to start with, but just as important are your medications and nutritional supplements.
poster:Lao Tzu
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