CRYSTALS & THEIR HEALING PROPERTIES

IOLITE, CORDIERITE & WATER SAPPHIRE ARE THEY THE SAME CRYSTAL?

Overview

The simple answer to this question is yes. Cordierite is the official name of the mineral. Iolite is the commercial name of the stone and "water sapphire" is and alternative name given to the stone.

Iolite is a magnesium aluminium silicate and appears as grey, pale to dark blue, violet and colourless crystals. Iolite exhibits dichroism (an ability to change colour when viewed from different angles). It can show as three different colour shades in the same stone.
The major sources of the gemstone come from Sri Lanka, India, Madagascar and Myanmar.
In ancient times this stone was called Vikings Compass as they used it for navigational purposes, as it was able to indicate the direction of the sun on overcast days.

Iolite is a vision stone. It activates the third eye and facilitates visualisation and intuitive insight. When all the chakras are in alignment it will stimulate a connection to the inner knowing. It is a shaman stone that is used in ceremonies and used to safely have out of body experiences.
Use and wear this stone if you find the same patterns repeating itself in your life. If you are trying to find your way mentally, spiritual physically spiritually. Do you want to embrace your inner genius, use iolite to help your mind find the correct direction in life.

IOLITE And physical health

Iolite is helpful in improving your eyesight. It will also help if you are directionally challenged. Use it when you are trying to find your way. Iolite deflects the electromagnetic waves from cell phone, tvs and computers. If you work with these items everyday keep iolite on your person constantly. It stimulates the memory and assists with sleep imbalances.

IOLITE and your feelings

Iolite helps in understanding and releasing the causes of addiction and helps you express your true self while being freed from the expectations of those around you. This stone releases discord within relationships. Iolite encourages you to take responsibility for yourself and not depend on others for validation of who you are and where you are going in life.
Through the use of your intellect in combination with this stone, you have an opportunity to find hidden patterns and repetitive events that cause emotional disturbances. Iolite will find the source of what disables you from connecting with others in healthy relationships. It will also relieve aggressive tendencies. Iolite is the perfect stone to help you stay focused on your emotional goals

Iolite empowers you to envision solutions to seemingly insurmountable emotional problems. It can give you hope in difficult circumstances and can assist in perceiving how best to proceed. Iolite encourages a positive, calm and clear mind in the midst of adversity. It can help in gaining emotional distance and a clearer perspective on life situations.

IMAGES OF IOLITE

Rough Cordierite

Rough gem quality Iolite

Iolite showing colour change

Water Sapphire Gem

Blue Iolite Gem

IOLITE and the mind

Iolite is a stone for writers, teachers and anyone in the field of communications, This is a stone of focus that can also help you organise your thoughts. It will improve your ability to find the right words to express your self clearly and succinctly.

Iolite helps calm the too-active mind, and it aids in reaching a state of focused meditation. It allows you to see circumstances from a higher vantage point and to separate the mind from the emotions. This allows you to respond from your higher guidance and not the heat of the moment. It is a stone of enlightened discernment and action based on wisdom.

IOLITE and the spirit

Iolite opens, heightens and expands your psychic abilities in a gentle way. It will teach you the parameters of your psychic abilities and possibilities. Iolite is a good stone for those of strong potential who are new on the spiritual path. It encourages and protects psychic exploration. This stone enhances curiosity and achievement. Iolite guides you through spiritual beginnings and growth. It is useful for people who are new to spiritual opening.
Iolite is the ideal stone for meditation. The indigo blue variety is a third eye stone to activate your ability to quiet your mind, slow down your thoughts, and relax. Use this stone to help you navigate through the dimension for spiritual realities. It helps you with the ability to receive communication from love ones on the Other Side, spirit guides and ascended Masters.