HELIOTROPE - BLOODSTONE

The deep earth green and deep blood red in combination give this stone excellent properties. As you might guess by its name Bloodstone is an great cleanser and powerful healer. It purifies the blood and strengthens the blood purifying organs: kidneys, liver and spleen.
It is believed to have mystical and magical properties, controlling weather and conferring the ability to banish evil and negativity and to direct spiritual energies. In the ancient past it was said to have been an 'audible oracle' giving off sounds as a means of guidance. For people who have physically and emotionally purified themselves, Bloodstone can assist in transforming the physical vehicle to carry greater amounts of light and energy.
An excellent grounding and protective stone, keeping out undesirable influences. 
Psychologically it gives courage and teaches us how to avoid dangerous situations, by withdrawal and flexibility. It encourages selflessness and helps us act in the present moment.
Mentally Bloodstone calms the mind, dispels confusion and enhances decision making processes. It can also revitalize the mentally exhausted.

HEALING: An energy cleanser and immune stimulator for acute infections. Stimulates metabolic processes and lymph flow. Reduces the formation of pus and neutralizes over acidification. It can be helpful in cases of Leukemia as it supports the blood and removes toxins.
Bloodstone can be used to heal the ancestral line. It cleanses the lower chakras and realigns their energies.
POSITION: As appropriate.  Wear continually for good health. Place in a bowl of water beside the bed to ensure peaceful sleep. As an immune stimulator, tape over the thymus.