22nd December – 20th January
Element: Earth
Ruling planet: Saturn
Symbol: Goat
Positive traits: Patient, Authoritative, Disciplined
Negative traits: Dominating, Materialistic, Rigid
Crystal: Garnet
Capricorn is one of the most determined signs among the 12 zodiac signs.
Capricorn is a strong willed, hardworking and ambitious zodiac. A Capricorn will always get what they set their mind to, in both personal and professional life—no excuses. They are realistic and committed in what they do, striving to accomplish everything perfectly. Capricorns tend to be narrow-minded, rigid and resist to any change. They are traditionalist who prefer following the set rules and oppose any change.
Capricorn birthstone, Garnet encourages and helps them to enhance their many strengths.
It provides them with the strength, structure and authority that they crave. It helps them fulfil their strong desire to be useful with the ability to recognise what needs to be done, to organise it efficiently and to see it through. Garnet also provides relief from stress, peace of mind and filtered thoughts.
GARNET
Colour: Red, pink, brown, black,
Hardness on Moh's scale: 6.5-7.5
Appearance: Transparent or translucent crystal, often small and faceted or larger opaque pieces
Rarity: Common
Source: Worldwide
Chakra: Root
Healing properties: Increases energy, Strengthens and Protects.
HOW TO USE
To activate your crystals, sit comfortably in a meditation pose holding your crystal in your hands. Breathe in and visualise your intentions. Say your intentions aloud. Your stones are listening and ready to act on your intentions.
You can also –
• Carry the crystals in a pouch along with you in your bag.
• Place them in your home or office to maintain balance and a healthy flow of energy throughout the space.
• Meditate holding them.
• Place crystals on your body.
CLEANSING YOUR CRYSTALS
The crystals work best when these are cleansed and activated. It is recommended to cleanse them often to wear out any negative energies they might absorb from around the space.
To cleanse them –
• Rinse them with fresh water.
• Keep them in sunlight or moonlight for at least 4-6 hours.
• Place them in soil in your garden or under a healthy plant for 4-6 hours.
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