Tumbled Black Obsidian - Black Obsidian is a shiny glass-like substance
formed from molten lava, with no crystalline structure, but is more opaque than Apache
Tears. Working with the Root Chakra, Black Obsidian is a very grounding and
protective stone.
Black Obsidian is said to be a great cleanser of negative energies, helping to remove not
only negativity experienced in the environment, but also that of one's own emotions, such
as anger, jealousy, greed, resentment, etc. Black Obsidian has a tendency to expose
any power issues or abuses, and to promote self-control. Being a powerful stone,
black obsidian is often used for healing and releasing energy blockages, and has a
tendency to work quickly to move truths to the surface to be resolved.
Black Obsidian can be very intense and one must be ready to confront their issues when
working with this stone. Many use black obsidian to help those unable or unwilling
to let go of the past. If you have a physical illness, that you believe has an
emotional cause, Black Obsidian could be the fastest way to discover the cause, but you
must be willing to face it and ready to correct it. Black obsidian is very powerful
in bringing spiritual energies down into the physical world. Black Obsidian has an
amazing talent for helping you to acknowledge your shadow-side, helping to
decompartmentalize any negative experiences so they can be dealt with at a conscious
level.
Black Obsidian has often been used by Shamans for healing rituals. Some also use
Black Obsidian for scrying, along with Quartz to help make sense of any images or ideas
gleaned from it. Using black obsidian can bring great foresight in this
capacity. To scry with Black Obsidian, choose a quiet environment with soft
lighting, get into a relaxed state, and gently gaze at the stone. Remain open to any
images or insights that come into your mind.
