Healing Properties And Benefits Of Rhodonite Stone

Rhodonite is a lovely pink hued gemstone that comes in various shades of pink or even red sometimes. It gets its name from the Greek work ‘rhodon’, which means rose and is known to be one of the most powerful gemstones associated with the Heart chakra. It can be used by you if you are looking to boost the feelings of forgiveness and compassion. The gemstone was first discovered in Russia and we learn that it was a favourite gemstone of the Czars. It is known as the “rescue stone” because of its healing impact on emotions, relationships or heart issues. 

What is Rhodonite?

Rhodonite is a pink hued opaque gemstone with mineral composition of Manganese Silicate. It has a pink marble texture and the black veining on it is because of Manganese Oxide. 

The gemstone is cherished for its healing powers that induce love and compassion. It is believed to open your heart chakra in a way that you radiate love and give back to the world.

Rhodonite Facts

Here are some interesting facts about Rhodonite that will make you understand the stone better - 

• Rhodonite’s pink colour can fade in sunlight so you must not keep it in direct sunlight to preserve the lovely pink. 
• In ancient Russia, the gemstone was kept in babies cradle to bring them peace and calmness. 
• Rhodonite and Rhodochrosite are two different gemstones with different compositions. We clarify this because the two are often confused to be the same gemstones. 
• Rhodonite can sometimes be magnetic. A rare quality in gemstones but if a rhodonite has enough amount of iron then it can be slightly magnetic. 
• Rhodonite is extremely useful in dealing with past traumas and healing emotional wounds which is why it is known as the rescue stone or the first aid stone. 
• Rhodonite is believed to be useful for Taurus and Gemini zodiac signs. 
• Rhodonite is associated with the Heart Chakra.

Benefits and Healing Properties of Rhodonite Stone 

Rhodonite is abundant with healing properties and it reflects in its physical, emotional and metaphysical healing through its love inducing, powerful energy. We elaborate on the healing properties and benefits of the gemstone -

PHYSICAL HEALING PROPERTIES OF RHODONITE

• Rhodonite is believed to have positive physical effects on your body as it is believed that the gemstone is good for heart health. It keeps your heart health in check and is believed to help with circulation. 
• It is believed that it boosts your energy and strength by improving your circulation. It is particularly helpful if you are feeling drained or exhausted after an emotional attack. 
• The gemstone is believed to be good for your digestive system and help with auto immune diseases. 

EMOTIONAL AND METAPHYSICAL HEALING BENEFITS OF RHODONITE

• Rhodonite could be beneficial for you if you are dealing with heartache, emotional trauma, grief or any sort of emotional stress. 
• Seeking unconditional love or want to boost your relationships? You can try working with Rhodonite for its gentle, love inducing energy. 
• Rhodonite is linked to the heart chakra and can help to realign it. The dark patches are believed to also link it to the root chakra which helps with grounding, stability and a sense fo security.

How to Use Rhodonite for Healing

The healing effects of Rhodonite have not been scientifically proven, however, those who do believe in the science of gemstones value it for its love and strength inducing energies. It is important that you use the gemstone mindfully for the effects to show in your life. Here are a few ways we suggest in which you can include Rhodonite - 

• Wear it as jewellery - Wearing Rhodonite regularly in believed to bring in balance, peace and reduce emotional stress. It is believed that any gemstone works effectively when it is in contact with your energy field and by wearing it as jewellery, you enable this connection. 
• Meditate with the gemstone - Hold the stone and visualise healing while you are meditating. Meditation is believed to be a great way to connect with your energy body and by holding the gemstone, it is believed you are able to channelise the energy effectively towards healing. 
• Keep it in your home or office space to strengthen your bonds.

Cleansing and Caring for your Rhodonite 

Gemstones are believed to work on the principle of energy exchange. Therefore, they must be cleansed and charged regularly to work optimally. You can clean your Rhodonite by keeping it exposed to the smoke of a smudge stick or an incense stick. Charging a gemstone is done to restore the gemstones original energy. One of the most effective ways to do that is by keeping the gemstones under full moonlight. You can leave your Rhodonite exposed to the moonlight for it to restore its energy. Cleansing and charging are done to wash away the energy that the stone may have absorbed so that it is able to work on you effectively. 

When not in use, we suggest you keep your Rhodonite jewellery back safely in its original packing. Not only does this keep your jewellery and gemstone safe but also keeps its energy field intact. 

The chakra healing jewellery by Urja features Rhodonite. The jewellery uses 7 healing gemstones, each corresponding to the 7 main energy centres (chakras) in the body. Rhodonite is used for Heart Chakra.

You can consider using Rhodonite if you are struggling with inner conflicts, self-acceptance or any love blocks. The stone is believed to enable you to radiate love out to the world, an energy that the world today can truly use. If the world of crystals fascinates you and love is what you are looking for, Rhodonite might be the gemstone you may be looking for.

Please note that crystal healing is only a supportive practice and cannot substitute medical treatment. Any disease or issue arises from an imbalance in your energy body which manifests eventually in your physical body. The medical treatment takes care of the physical body while crystal healing supports by working on your energy body.