From November 22 to December 21, the Sun is in Sagittarius. Ruled by the planet Jupiter and symbolised by the archer, Sagittarians are the independent and courageous dream chasers of the zodiac
Those born under this fire sign are intelligent individuals known for their optimism, adventurous spirit and great sense of humour. They are naturally curious and love expanding their knowledge about life and exploring the world around them, often through philosophy, history, travelling and experiencing other cultures.
With the influence of Jupiter, known in Roman mythology as the ruler of the gods, Sagittarius are courageous and authoritative individuals who forge their path. These strong-minded fire signs are not afraid of change, adaptable and good multi-taskers, traits that solidify their reputation as the zodiac’s goal-getters and trailblazers.
While Sagittarians have the charm and magnetism that make them fast friends, they can be unreliable and inconsistent. When out of alignment, they may be overconfident, argumentative or domineering. Since they value freedom so much and hate to feel constrained, they tend to shy away from commitment, leading to problems, especially in relationships.
This season’s energy is passionate, adventurous, unfiltered and free-spirited. The philosophical Sagittarius calls us to see the bigger picture, learn, explore, open our minds and broaden our perspectives. With Jupiter as Sagittarius’ ruling planet, it brings about expansion, newness and growth, making it an excellent time to try something new, reassess goals and shed any self-limiting patterns that inhibit our growth. Like the archer pointing his bow and arrow to the sky, Sagittarius season calls us to refine our aim and shoot for the stars.
Here are five crystals to help you take advantage of this season’s expansive energy. While these crystals have a special connection with Sagittarius, anyone can work with them regardless of your zodiac sign.
Blue topaz
Blue topaz is the main birthstone of Sagittarius, and it is known as a stone of peace, wisdom and self-realisation. This translucent sky blue gemstone is believed to strengthen the mind, increase spirituality and help one cut through problems or complexities. As a stone of truth and expression, blue topaz activates your throat chakra to facilitate confident and authentic communication while guiding you to be consciously aware of what you say to avoid misunderstandings. Blue topaz is an excellent stone for the philosophical Sagittarius as it clears the mind and helps these outspoken communicators think before they speak.
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Red garnet
A stone of vitality, strength and renewal, red garnet holds a powerful vibration that unleashes our inner warrior and activates our personal power. This heart and root chakra stone is one of the best stones for deep emotional healing as it allows the release of hidden feelings or emotional pain from the past. Its uplifting vibration frees you from guilt, shame or regret, especially around love, sex and relationships. It is widely used to develop faith, devotion and commitment between partners and is also believed to increase libido. Red garnet amplifies Sagittarius’ goal-getter energy while teaching the freedom-loving fire sign to practice devotion and commitment in their life.
Blue lace agate
A calming stone that inspires confidence, understanding and clear communication, blue lace agate is known for its nurturing energies and is considered one of the best stones for emotional support. Its soothing energy dissolves anger and judgement while teaching you to focus on what matters the most. It frees the throat chakra, allowing you to express thoughts and emotions clearly without over emotionalism. This is a great stone to reach for if you struggle with public speaking or shyness in social situations. Blue lace agate is an excellent stone for Sagittarius as it calms their excitability and cools their fiery temperament.
Azurite
Azurite is a stone of intellect and inner vision. This mesmerising blue stone often has deposits of malachite, making a powerful combination of healing energy. Azurite has been considered a stone of enlightenment and psychic vision for thousands. This powerhouse third eye chakra is used to sharpen intuition, increase creativity and enhance cognitive abilities. It inspires you to think outside the box, develop fresh ideas and concepts, making it a good stone for problem-solving or artistic exploration. Azurite is believed to expand one’s consciousness and unlock new levels of awareness, making it great for the naturally-curious and knowledge-seeking Sagittarius. It offers motivation and new ways of thinking to Sagittarians who feel stuck or lack direction.
Black obsidian
A powerful grounding stone that invites self-discovery and spiritual growth. Black Obsidian is a protective stone used to shield against negativity externally and from within. It strengthens your aura to protect you from the evil eye, psychic attack or dark forces directed toward you. This reflective glass-like stone can be used as a mirror to see deeper truths about oneself. It highlights unwanted character traits and brings awareness to your own demons or negative patterns that do not serve you. Resonating deeply with the root chakra, black obsidian brings feelings of stability, security and knowing your place on these earthly planes. Black obsidian helps ground Sagittarians’ excessive energy and teaches the sometimes obnoxious Sagittarius to practice more self-awareness.
Disclaimer: Crystals and crystal healing are meant only to complement other therapies and support our overall well-being. Crystals should not be used as a substitute or replacement for professional medical treatment. For medical advice, please consult a licensed health care professional.
Vanessa Hui is a Certified Crystal Healing Practitioner and founder of Hong Kong-based The Crystal Van. Follow them on Instagram @thecrystalvan
