Ruby

Key Words: Life force, courage, passion, strength, enthusiasm, adventurousness, protectiveness

Element: Earth

Physical: Increases the chi in the body, stimulates health in all organs and systems

Emotional: Inspires self-confidence, zest for life, trust and willingness

Spiritual: Instills spiritual courage and altruism, brings forth heroism

Ruby energizes and activates one's physical, mental and emotional bodies. Rubies enhance passion and fortitude, allowing for the whole hearted pursuit of one's aspirations. They eliminate feelings of hopelessness or defeat and they open the wellspring of optimism and determination needed to accomplish difficult goals. They impart a feeling of power, improving self-confidence and adventurousness. Rubies vibrate with an enthusiasm for life. Ruby is a stone of courage.

From the Book of Stones