Andalusite is an aluminium nesosilicate mineral, that appears in three forms.
Andalusite
Chiastolite
Viridine
Andalusite is named for the locality of Andalusia, Spain where it was originally discovered. It is a polymorph with two other minerals: Kyanite and Sillimanite. A polymorph is a mineral that shares the same chemistry but a different crystal structure with other minerals. A unique variety of andalusite is called Chiastolite. It contains black or brown clay and/or carbonaceous material (often graphite) inclusions in the crystal. These inclusions are arranged in regular symmetrical shapes - especially prized when they are in the form of a cross or X.
Andalusite occurs as brown, red, white, orange and green crystals. The gem quality crystal is translucent to transparent. The crystal habit is prismatic with a cross (chaistolite), massive and granular.
Chiastolite - is the opaque variety of the andalusite mineral. When the crystal is cut through, its cross-section will usually show an off-white body colour and a blackish diagonal cross, caused by carbonaceous inclusions. These crystals are often sectioned, polished and used as amulets, sometimes chiastolite is cut into cabochons. Viridine - is also known as mangan-andalusite. It is the bright green version of Andalusite because it contains high levels of iron and manganese. This stone has been given a separate name due to its colour.These crystals are mined in Andalusia, Spain, Austria, USA and China
ANDALUSITE and physical health
Andalusite is used in crystal healing and folk healing for ailments such as AIDS, eye problems, deficiencies in calcium, oxygen, iodine, and water retention. Andalusite is a general strengthener. It is an excellent tonic for anyone who has been ill and may still have a weak vibrational field which needs protection. Andalusite works to regulate the nervous system and the energetic field.
Andalusite offers balance in your life. It grounds and stabilises, maintains balance and finding your centre in times of adversity. Andalusite will reduce the tendency to create conflict with others or to defy your true path. Used to encourage you to look at issues rationally by helping you to see the various sides to a problem or situation without judgement or fear. Andalusite can help protect you from psychic attack or energy drain. It assist you if you have a weak emotional body by replenishing your energy and protecting you from lower vibrations. Viridine promotes the desire for self-realisation. This stone helps you discover problems and emotional blockages in the Heart Chakra and points you to the possible resolution.
With this stone you will follow your true path without argument or resistance. Andalusite is sometimes called "The Seeing Stone" because it is used in metaphysical work to calmly see the various parts of your character without bias. Andalusite is said to enhance memory as well as personal recall. It is also said to bring chivalry, moderation and balance. It is also a stone that is said to be helpful for meditation and centring. Andalusite encourages you to look at issues rationally by helping you to see the various sides to a situation or a problem. It also helps on to realise that self sacrifice is "okay", but NEVER required. It is said to promote the chivalrous aspects of your character and encourages moderation in all things, including moderation.
Andalusite connects and balances your aura with the earth energy. It will create a sacred space and invoke nature spirits. This is the ideal stone to help protect yourself and your home. It also helps you to realise the self-sacrifice is okay, but never required, and it is quite useful for scrying. It assists healers and psychics in maintaining the integrity of your energy fields as they work. Andalusite enables you to attract Light while at the same time protecting your physical and energetic systems from overload. Chiastolite helps you contact other realms of being, such as fairies, elves, devas, dryads, water sprites, animal spirits and nature spirits. This stone will protect you from negative people and negative energy. Chiastolite is an ideal talisman for the evil eye. It promotes learning and communication with your spirit guides. This is a good stone for gardeners, animal healers and communicators.
Andalusite Affirmation I am aligned with the four elements and the four directions. I am grounded. Protective energies keep me safe always. I receive spiritual insight to easily resolve problems. I know I am never truly alone.
The chakras are the body's internal energy centres, and are aligned vertically near the spine. Energy enters the body through the head (heaven) and the base (earth). The seven chakras are vortex points where these forces mingle, with each producing a distinctive energy pattern. The purpose of these chakras is to absorb, transform and distribute the body's internal energy, known by terms such as prana, life force or chi. Specific organs and body parts are associated with each chakra, as well as corresponding behavioural, emotional and personality patterns. It is important to note that the chakras are in constant interplay, and cannot really be separated.
There have two extra chakras discovered recently; the Earth Star Chakra and the Soul Star Chakra, I have included a brief description of these in the page.
Human beings are not just the physical body. You have seven auric bodies. These seven unseen bodies are known as energy bodies, energy layers or auras. The seven non physical bodies aren't separate from the physical body, they are all interconnected with each other. The health of any of these bodies contributes toward the overall physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing of a person.
These energy bodies are affected by all aspects of your lifestyle. The energy that feeds them comes from outside and inside. Everything in your life influences these bodies. The health of these energy bodies depends on the amount and quality of prana or chi flowing through them which is generated in the Kundalini Line and Chakras.
When any one of the auric bodies is not working properly, it affects the other bodies and the physical body, as each body relies on the others to gather and distribute energy. read more
Use Andalusite to enhance Virgo's positive qualities
Analytical
Detailed
Devoted
Diligent
Hardworking
Intelligent
Loving
Meticulous
Modest
Nurturing
Observant
Practical
Reliable
Shrewd
Shy
Skilled Communicator
negative qualities
Use Andalusite to reduce Virgo's negative qualities
Cleaning and Hygiene Fanatics
Cold
Conservative
Critical
Distrustful
Fearful
Fussy
Harsh
Jealous
Over Critical
Perfectionist
Reserved
Self-Serving
Worrier
likes
Virgo likes the following but by using Andalusite in your daily life, you are encouraged to be aware of when something becomes an obsession
Attention to Detail
Being Active
Being Pampered
Conventions and Rules
Dedication
Equality
Feeling Secure
Health Foods
Hygiene
Lists
Loyalty
Order
Perfection
Routine
Stimulating Employment
dislikes
Virgos dislike the following but by using Andalusite in your daily life, you can become aware of when these characteristics in yourself and others are starting to control your feelings and actions