Projective stones are brightly colored, aggressive and electrical. Their energy is strong and forceful, deflecting negativity. They create movement. They will help destroy dis-ease, help strengthen the mind, and give courage and determination to the weary. They promote physical energy, attract luck and bring success. They are associated with the Sun, Mercury, Mars, Uranus, and with the elements of Fire and Air.
Receptive stones are soothing, calming, magnetic, peaceful and aid in meditation. They bring wisdom and spiritual awareness. By promoting communication between the conscious and subconscious mind, psychic awareness is strengthened. They will attract love, money, friendship, and aid in healing. They are a great grounding stone. They are usually more subtle in color, even translucent or opalescent at times. They are associated with the Moon, Venus, Saturn, Neptune, Jupiter, and with the elements of Earth and Water.
Not all stones will fit into just one of these categories, rather containing a mixture of these energies. You must use your own judgment to determine their basic powers and how they affect you. Remember that stones are gifts from Mother Earth. They are a manifestation of the universal forces and by using these energies, you will affect your life, your relationships, and the world.
Amazonite: Nerve soothing, builds confidence, eliminates -ve energy and aggravation. Enhances communication
Amber: Changes negative energy into positive
Amethyst: The stone of spirituality and contentment. Bestows stability and peace. Enhances psyhic abilities
Aventurine: Enhances creativity, reinforces decisiveness
Carnelian: Stimulates analytical capabilities. Protects against fear, envy and rage
Citrine: Balances Yin-Yang energy
Emerald: Strengthens heart chakra, Lifts depression
Garnet: Brings creativity
Jasper: Very healing and balancing
Jet : Dispels fearful thoughts
Lapis Lazuli: Increases psychic abilities
Malachite: Clears and activates chakras
Moonstone: The stone of intuition
Obsidian Snowflake: Helps calm high frequency types
Onyx: Stabilises excess energy
Opal: See possibilities