Black Tourmaline
Black tourmaline is one of nature's most fascinating stones. With a complex chemical composition containing more than fifteen minerals, this prodigious stone represents the earth element, connecting the inner and outer worlds.
The mineral tourmaline belongs to the cyclosilicate group and is perfect for use as a self-protective stone, as it works very well at cleansing environments charged with negative energies.
Black is the color of the Universe; it represents infinity and also feminine energy. The striations of the stone itself facilitate this fluidity and release of energy. This is why it emphasizes its unblocking function, helping you avoid any stagnation in your life.
Properties of black tourmaline:
Black tourmaline possesses a series of unique properties that have made it one of the black stones with the most magical powers. If you're wondering what black tourmaline is used for, I'll tell you that it's closely associated with the chakras; if you place a black tourmaline stone on each of them, you'll be able to maintain its energy at its maximum potential.
It has pyroelectric and piezoelectric properties, making it a widely used stone in the manufacture of pressure measuring instruments.
This protective black stone is also highly valued for channeling our inner and outer energies. In fact, black tourmaline's magical power allows it to align all three bodies: physical, mental, and spiritual.
The magical properties of black tourmaline bring humility, self-discipline, and clarity so you can make the right decisions at every moment of your life.
Keep this miraculous stone close to you when you practice meditation. It will help you overcome any confusion you may feel at some point in your daily life.
It provides excellent protection against electromagnetic radiation emitted by electronic devices in your life, such as screens, cell phones, and televisions, among others.
Absorbs all negative energies from outside, protecting you from their bad influences.
It dissipates your fears and anxieties. It does this thanks to the grooves through which the energy flows.
It is useful in combating the disease of the 21st century, depression.
A great protector against the evil eye, black tourmaline activates all its energy to protect you from something so harmful to you.
Its radiation will greatly aid your inner spiritual growth. Thanks to its electromagnetic properties, you'll feel like you're carrying a true protective shield.
It calms nerves derived from your emotions, such as jealousy.
Regarding chakras, if you combine black tourmaline with clear quartz, you will be fully protected against any situation that could cause imbalance.
How to use black tourmaline
Using black tourmaline is very simple and not too different from any other energy stone.
Always carry your black tourmaline stone with you. You should know that you shouldn't share it with others; although this also applies to any stone you have in your possession. You know that not everyone has the same energies, and if you share your black tourmaline stone, it will likely lose much of its effect on you.
Combine your black tourmaline with a clear quartz stone and you'll gain strength to face any situation, no matter how difficult.
Black tourmaline should be in contact with your skin. If you have an ailment, place it on the affected area and allow its powerful energy to work on the pain.
Place it over your heart chakra when you meditate. And place it under your pillow when you go to sleep; you'll enter a deep, relaxing sleep.
Cleansing and charging black tourmaline:
If you've purchased one of these wonderful stones, you should know that before you begin using it, you must cleanse it. I'm going to show you how to activate black tourmaline.
The first step is to cleanse it. To do this, place your black tourmaline stone in a glass of salt water. It's preferable to use seawater; however, if that's not possible, you can always dissolve a handful of coarse salt in your glass of water.
After three days, rinse your black tourmaline stone under running water for a long time until all traces of salt disappear. This black tourmaline cleansing process is ready to begin using it and enjoying all its benefits.
Repeat this process whenever you feel it's losing effectiveness. There's no need to repeat the process often; in any case, you now know how to cleanse black tourmaline.