Black Obsidian

Stone: Black Obsidian

Level of Formation: Igneous – Defensive

Molecular structure: Amorphous

Element: Water, Fire

Chakra: Root Chakra

Keywords: Grounding – Shock

Black Obsidian has undergone a ‘traumatic’ process, journeying from the depths of the Earth (Mantle) to the surface (Crust) and cooling down rapidly, resulting in a structure that lacks clarity. These energies assist the human system when ‘shocks’ occur. Sometimes, life throws a curveball at us, leading to a ‘scrambled’ energy system, which Obsidian can help restore to stability.

It is a supportive emotional stone, especially if the issues are rooted in our energy patterns. In ancient times, obsidian mirrors were used by psychic readers as divination tools, potentially unknowingly utilising the properties of these crystals. Black Obsidian aids in the process of ‘reflecting back’ the reasons why we feel the way we feel, and this process can sometimes be quite destabilising. That’s why if we feel overly emotional while working with Black Obsidian, we can integrate this practice with Rose Quartz.

Long-established energy patterns typically stem from the conditioning and upbringing within the family of origin across different generations. As our parents raised us, so did our grandparents raise our parents, and so on. All Obsidians, and Mahogany in particular, are extremely useful for revealing these karmic entanglements.

Care Instructions: Cleanse in warm running water and charge in sunlight. Alternatively, cleanse and charge in Hematite.