Less hard than most crystals (5 on the Mohs scale), apatite is mainly made up of calcium and phosphate. It belongs to the hexagonal system.Sometimes opaque, sometimes transparent, apatite is most often translucent and glassy. It can be of different colors: blue, green, yellow…It is more or less rare depending on its color, and its price varies accordingly. Blue apatites are the most common. Raw, cut or tumbled stones can be used.
Appearance: Transparent, opaque crystal, of different sizes, various shapes, rolled.
Colors Colorless, pink, yellow, violet, purple, gray, brown, red-brown more frequently green to greenish blue.
The etymology of this mineral comes from the Greek “apatan” which means to deceive. This stone has long been confused with calcite, or beryl. This is why its Latin name is apato, which means to deceive.
Apatite is the only mineral found in a crystalline state in the human body, more specifically in tooth enamel.
Apatite, a secondary mineral from magmatic rocks, is a generic name given to hexagonal phosphates of variable composition of several species: fluorapatite (the most widespread fluorine content),
Hydroxyapatite (hydrogen content),
Chlorapatite (chlorine content),
Regardless of their color, apatites emit a subtle energy that helps develop qualities of heart and soul and stimulate intuition. Improve concentration and motivation.
Recently, neurobiologists discovered that apatite is one of the constituents of the amygdala, a region of the limbic brain. This brain structure is the seat of our emotional memory.
It is involved in the management of all our emotions. These take root in this area of the brain without requiring the intervention of conscious thought (neocortex). This is why negative emotions (fear, anger, sadness, etc.) can overwhelm us even though we are able to consciously put them into perspective. Apatite would help to “manage and digest” these unpleasant emotions by giving them meaning and placing them in an overall positive perspective.
Virtues according to colors:
Blue apatite
It is the stone of inspiration, motivation and extroversion. They come in different colors, all have therapeutic properties beneficial to the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual body. Blue Apatite promotes communication and makes you want to be supportive, ready to be of service to others.
It is excellent for bringing yin and yang into harmony. It avoids isolation, separation, absorbs negativity, increases motivation, creativity, develops the intellect. Apatite is useful for mentally handicapped children, autistic children, hyperactive children and those who are behind in school. It allows you to better open up to society and express yourself in public with ease.
On a physical level:
Apatite is a stone known to be beneficial for bones, teeth, the skeleton as a whole, therefore indicated for all problems related to growth such as rickets and also to combat rheumatism, arthritis, etc.
Treats bones and teeth.
Helps strengthen the muscles and bones.
Relieves joint problems.
Treats osteoarthritis as well as arthritis and osteoporosis.
resorption of fractures, bone formation.
It helps your body absorb calcium from the foods you eat, which helps keep your bones and teeth strong.
It reduces nervous tension and regulates the nervous system. It will be useful in cases of spasmophilia and tetany attacks.
Promotes the formation of new cells and the absorption of calcium.
Treats glands, meridians and organs.
Controls hypertension.
Recommended in weight loss diets because it helps reduce the feeling of hunger by regulating metabolism.
Immunity stone.
Stuttering.
Dizziness.
Imbalance.
Warts.
Ear, fights ear infections.
Voice and vocal cord.
The nervous system.
Helps relieve headaches and eye problems.
On an energetic & spiritual level:
Develops psychic gifts and allows deep meditation.
Extrasensory perception.
Promotes the opening of the chakra located at the level of the solar plexus (the 3rd), improving inner clarity.
It helps to perceive the influences of past lives on the present life. Placed under the pillow, it allows you to have intense and fruitful dreams, bringing solutions to resolve current problems. Apatite is excellent for bringing yin and yang into harmony. It develops spiritual agreement. It avoids isolation, separation, increases motivation, creativity, develops the intellect.
Regulates the vibrational intensity of the stones placed in its surroundings. It notably increases the vibrational field of Aquamarine and Chalcedony.
It strengthens the energy centers when combined with Fluorite or Calcite. Promotes the growth of green plants
On an emotional level:
Increases motivation.
Encourages extroversion
Absorbs negativity towards self and others.
Useful for hyperactive children or those with autism.
Stimulates creativity and intellect.
Alleviate grief, apathy and anger.
Soothes nervousness.
Soothes the mind.
Impulse.
Self-confidence.
Ease of expression.
Strengthens willpower, motivation, fights against indecision and helps make our choices come true.
Apatite is effective for weight loss because not only does it reduce appetite but it also allows you to look within yourself to discover the truth. This foray is often necessary in the fight against excess weight because thanks to it, you will be able to determine the source of the problem, the reason why you overeat.
In this context, you can use it during meditation and introspection sessions, and carry it with you permanently, for example in the form of a pendant, at the level of the solar plexus chakra, which is linked to the stomach and the heart. digestive system.
Chakra:
Can be placed in both the 4th chakra and the 6th chakra.