Crystal of the Month, December 2010 – Turquoise

I have a very special love of crystals and their incredible healing properties.  I am in constant study of them and will continue to research and experience all they have to offer.  Each month, I will focus on a specific crystal and provide some basic details of its metaphysical healing attributes.

The featured crystal for December is Turquoise.

Turquoise is associated with communication and therefore, the throat chakra in particular.  It is also the birthstone associated with December.  Turquoise has the ability to balance and align all the chakras, stabilize mood swings and promote a feeling of inner peace.  It can also stimulate romantic love.

Turquoise aids in enhancing the immune system and brings healing to the entire body.  It has detoxifying effects, and helps reduce and alleviate pain. It is especially good for purifying the lungs and soothing sore throats.  It assists with the detoxification of body poisons, alcohol and drug abuse, high blood pressure and infection as well as assisting with TMJ and mouth problems.

I have a very personal relationship with Turquoise as it is my birthstone.  Since Trigeminal Neuralgia is associated with problems in communication, Turquoise is a good stone for me to keep close and prevent or lessen Trigeminal Neuralgia attacks.
I would also suggest wearing Turquoise whenever you are about to give a speech for its ability to enhance effective communication and keep your mood calm and stable.