Stones and Symbols
Sunstone
Sunstone can make you less fearful and more independent . . . . .

Sunstone can be used to both clear and energize the chakras.  It can also provide for a brightening of the chakras.  It assists in gently removing the ‘hook-ups’ which have infiltrated the energy centers, returning them to the source after surrounding them with both love and positive energy.  It has been used to encourage independence and originality and to provide ‘luck’ in games.  It can be used to dissipate fearfulness, to alleviate stress and to increase vitality. 

It has been used by the Canadian Indians to show to the spirit guides the connection with the golden white healing light of the sun.  In these ceremonies sunstone is placed in the center of the medicine wheel.  In ancient Greece, it was thought to represent the sun god, bringing life and abundance to those fortunate enough to carry/wear it.  In ancient India, it was believed to provide protection from the destructive forces of other realms. 

Sunstone is quite helpful with chronic sore throats.  It has been used to reduce stomach tension and to relieve ulcers.  It can also be used in the treatment of cartilage problems so often suffered by athletes.  It was used by ancients for rheumatism (one sits in the sun surrounded by a circle of sunstone); aching feet and spinal problems were also relieved by physical contact with a large specimen. 

This information is collected from various sources including ‘Love is in the Earth’ by Melody.