Taurus Traits

Taureans are generally the down to Earth signs which love to feel grounded, safe and stable. They enjoy the comforts in life and have to watch out for becoming too comfortable, complacent and lazy. Overall they are nurturing, caring and loving.

Taurus Birthstones:

Iolite, Chrysocolla, Rutilated Quartz, Selenite

Iolite

Iolite is thought to be a wonderful meditation aid as it may help to calm an over active mind. It is believed to activate psychic gifts and connect us with higher guidance which. As such, providing us with a clearer vision and emotional distance from which to perceive difficult life situations. Furthermore, it may empower us to envision solutions to seemingly insurmountable problems and use discernment to act on this insight wisely.

Chrysocolla

Chrysocolla is thought to facilitate the expression of our heart’s deepest truth and our mind’s greatest knowledge. Also, its calming, soothing energy may help to release stress, anxiety and fear based imbalances in the body.

Similarly, Chyrsocolla may dispel fiery energies, angry words and sarcasm. As a stone aligned with Goddess energies, it may balance and empower the feminine aspects in both women and men.

Rutilated Quartz

Rutilated Quartz is believed to ground light energy into the physical body and activate the higher mind. Rutiles of red-brown are thought to assist in removing blockages to health and abundance. Meanwhile, gold rutile is believed to activate one’s creativity and can aid in receiving Divine inspiration. Lastly, silver rutile is thought to enhance intuitive abilities. All colours of Rutile inclusion will help to increase clarity and concentration. These are the perfect crystals to program with your intention. The metallic Rutile inclusions act to amplify the energy of the Quartz.

Selenite

The primary Selenite meanings are that it is a wonderful tool to unlock a doorway to higher realms. Also, it is a great tool to clear blockages on emotional and physical levels. As such, its energy is very soothing and gentle. It stimulates the emotional body and compels one to move forward with one’s life. This crystal is a great tool in meditation and will help you to deepen your practice. Try placing a crystal in your meditation space to aid you connecting to higher realms.