Moonstone is an attractive stone known for its soft ethereal glow as if the spirit of the Moon is entrapped within. In fact, ancient civilizations believed this to be true, as reflected in the different mythologies.

Moonstone, or the “Stone of New Beginnings,” is a protective stone that helps you transition from difficult nights to better days, just like how the moon waxes and wanes.

It is also a calming stone that soothes emotional instability and brings forth inner peace. 

This healing crystal helps create a nurturing mind space for you and raises your intuition. It represents the Divine Feminine and lets you in touch with your feminine side. 

Discover how Moonstone brings forth inner peace and help you transition smoothly to the new beginnings of your life

Moontstone Origins

Origins of Moonstone

In Hindu mythology, Moonstone was regarded as solidified moonbeams.

The Greeks and Romans associated this stone with their lunar deities, namely Artemis, Selene, and Hecate.

There’s also a belief that if one holds Moonstone in their mouth during the Full Moon, they will be able to see the future. This crystal is steeped in mythology, and its attractive sheen makes it all the more alluring. 

This trait that Moonstone possesses is adularescence found only in the Feldspar family with thin layers of orthoclase and albite.

It causes the light to refract into this ethereal glow. You might also be familiar with other Feldspar stones that exhibit this iridescence, such as Labradorite, Sunstone, and Amazonite.

Moonstone also has different color variations that range from the usual clear exhibiting the blue sheen, cream, peach, brown, black, and green, which is a rare one. It can appear translucent, milky, but can also be opaque. 

Whatever variant Moonstone may be, it undoubtedly is a transformative healing crystal that nurtures, calms, and brings emotional fortitude within you. 

Healing Properties

Moonstone Healing Properties

Widely known as the “Stone of New Beginnings,” Moonstone helps you transition smoothly to new situations in your life.

It enables you to embrace change and realize that just like the cycle of the Moon, change isn’t scary but can be beautiful in ways we never expected. 

Alongside this, Moonstone calms down turbulent emotions and brings forth inner peace.

It can help you calm down before responding to a situation that may go out of hand.

If you have anger management issues or you are easily affected emotionally, Moonstone can anchor you in the present and help you pause and reassess. This healing crystal alleviates stress and soothes your worries. 

Moonstone Visual

The Moon represents the Divine Feminine, which rules over our emotions. It is a wonderful stone that provides deep emotional healing and helps you access your intuition so you can bypass your ego.

It is exceptionally nurturing like a mother, which is why it can help calm hyperactive kids when they experience shock or trauma.

It is also known as the traveler’s stone for its ability to protect you in your night time journey. 

Its feminine energy can also significantly help women undergoing menstrual-related diseases, conception problems, pregnancy, and childbirth.

Alongside this, it also balances the masculine energy present in all of us and helps emotional maturity grow into full bloom. Moonstone makes you receptive to the little beauties in life and appreciates stillness and solitude in a busy world. 

“The moon is a loyal companion. It never leaves. It’s always there, watching, steadfast, knowing us in our light and dark moments, changing forever just as we do. Every day it’s a different version of itself. Sometimes weak and wan, sometimes strong and full of light. The moon understands what it means to be human. Uncertain. Alone. Cratered by imperfections.”― Tahereh Mafi

Moonstone Usage

How To Use Moonstone

First and foremost, you always have to cleanse your Moonstone so that it can be empowered to bring your intentions to life.

You can expose your Moonstone under the light of the moon, as this resonates well with their true nature.

Place them in an overlooking window, and you can coincide this with the moon cycle. 

Another effective way is by white light visualization. This is a hassle-free method, and you can practice this at any time of the day.

You have to visualize a beam of light surrounding the top of your head and flows into your Moonstone while projecting your intentions. 

There are also multiple ways to activate crystals through smudging, singing bowls, and the likes. However, each crystal also has specific needs and therefore different methods of cleaning.

Bring in your bedroom for conception and better sleep.

If you are having trouble conceiving a child, Moonstone paired with Carnelian’s virility can boost this process.

Every night you go to bed, just place Moonstone on the side of you or your wife’s side and place Carnelian near you or your husband’s side.

The combination of these crystals’ feminine and masculine energy can perfectly bring harmony and balance. 

How to use moonstone

If you are also experiencing insomnia, Moonstone can be a perfect companion to guide you to sleep.

Another crystal that can amplify a peaceful state for you and calm overactive thoughts during night time is Amethyst. You can pair it with Moonstone and can enjoy a fitful sleep. 

Wear as jewelry.

Bring your Moonstone with you wherever you go, and you can incredibly benefit from it even without your knowledge.

As it helps calming tension and alleviates anxiety, you can wear it as a necklace or bracelet when you go to your workplace for meetings or even casual dates with friends.

This brings in harmonious conversations and helps you be more empathetic while also being diplomatic.

Wear it as a ring as well when you feel in doubt about pursuing a new passion project, business venture, or whatever you wanted so you can wash away the anxiety and embrace the first steps of change.

Moonstone jewelry can enable you to forge the path you want to take with emotional and mental clarity.

Wear as jewelry
Moonstone

If you’re a healer by profession, may it be a therapist, reiki healer, or physician, wearing Moonstone earrings, bracelets, or rings can help calm down your patients and cultivate this nurturing atmosphere to make them feel safe and secure. 

Use them in your travels.

Whenever you are going into unfamiliar places or traveling by night, having a palm stone of this crystal can help you feel at ease and protected from danger.

You can place a palm stone in your pocket where you can rub it occasionally for reassurance, or you can wear a pendant as protection. 

Place it in a strategic point in your home based on Feng Shui

The most ideal places where you can put Moonstones in your home is the Health area (Tai Qi) and the Romance and Marriage area (Kun). Moonstone will help these areas of your life flourish and reinforce a sense of balance.

Place it in strategic point in your home based on feng shui

Daily Mantras

Mantras can be beneficial to set the mood of your day and help bring positive energy towards your actions.

Moonstone taps in your emotions and your emotions dictate your actions throughout the day.

If you practice daily mantras and hold on to your Moonstone while repeating it, it can amplify your intentions and give you a sense of calm and inner peace. 

If you don’t know how to start daily mantras, here are examples of positive affirmation that can aid you towards your intentions. 

I am listening to my own intuition
Daily Mantras
Daily mantras

Are you now ready to experience deep emotional healing brought by the ethereal Moonstone? Head on to our shop and discover the piece of Moonstone that calls to you.

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