Ruby is a powerful crystal that raises energy and passion, and brings positivity. Being red, it is often considered to be a base or root chakra crystal, but in truth, it is primarily a heart stone. Ruby helps the spirit to settle in the heart, so that we can live our soul’s purpose, expressing the truth of who we are with confidence. It brings love into all our actions, helps us to act with courage and supports leadership, informed by ancient wisdom.

All the corundums have a deep, intense, no-messing energy. Blue Sapphire is, to me, the ‘Sword of Truth’ – cutting through lies and delusion. It cools over heated situations, relieves frustration, restores peace and calm and brings a more optimistic outlook.

It isn’t at all ‘fluffy and feel-good’; Sapphire goes deep but also raises high.

Sapphire can also aid meditation and prayer and bring clarity and expanded spiritual vision.