Healing and Hypnotherapy Volume 4, Issue - 3, 1 September 2019 | Page 28

Bloodstone (Heliotrope) may be classified as a Jasper or Chalcedony variety
of Quartz, and is usually a combination of the two. It is typically defined as a
dark green Chalcedony with blood-like spots of Red Jasper or iron oxide
inclusions. It occurs as massive formations, ranging from dark green to
greenish-blue or greenish-black, and may be translucent to opaque with a
waxy, resinous lustre. In addition to the spots and streaks of Red Jasper,
some formations contain inclusions that are yellow or white, while others
lacking inclusions may be entirely green. Bloodstone has been referred to as
Blood Jasper and specimens with only yellow inclusions have been called
Plasma. In the ancient world it was considered to be a semi-precious stone or
gem, and was used extensively as signet seals and in jewelry, as well as
being carved into decorative cups, small vases and statuettes. [Melody En, 152]
[www.mindat.org][www.gemdat.org][en.wikipedia.org][www.jjkent.com][Mella, 75]
Bloodstone Uses and Purposes
1. Wear or carry Bloodstone as an amulet of protection against threats or
bullying, whether verbal or physical,
2. and for guidance to withdraw when appropriate and the courage to
confront when needed.
3. Sew a small Bloodstone in the coat of a child or teenager who is being
bullied.
4. Carry one for strength when adjusting to new circumstances. [Eason, 290]
[Hall, 85][101 Hall, 54]
5. Wear or carry Bloodstone to increase mental clarity and to aid in decision-
making.
6. It provides a mental boost when motivation is lacking.
7. It can revitalise the mind and body if you are exhausted.
8. Bloodstone stimulates dreaming and heightens intuition.
9. It is marvellous for increasing creativity.
10. It helps cultivating a project from the idea stage through to actualisation.
11. It encourages blessings and prosperity. [Hall, 85][Lembo, 92]
12. Bloodstone is a nurturing mother goddess stone, helpful in easing
misunderstandings or difficulties with mothers or mothering issues.
13. It also assists human and animal mothers in the bonding process after a
traumatic birth
14. or one where mother and baby were separated for a time.
15. Working with Bloodstone invigorates the system,
16. Boosting energy levels and increasing endurance in physical activity.
17. It is beneficial for everyone from athletes to invalids for its steady vibration
of purification and well-being.
18. Use as a good luck charm for sports competitions or matches.