G S SACHIN

Black tourmaline necklaces, bracelets and desk points are everywhere in offices and co-working spaces. People wear them hoping to cut down stress, feel grounded, or — increasingly — to block electromagnetic fields (EMF) from laptops, phones and Wi‑Fi. That idea sounds logical at a glance: a dark, dense mineral that “absorbs” negative energy. But when […]

People who follow gemstone remedies often ask whether an emerald for Mercury can be “too strong.” That question mixes two different ideas: the physical properties of an emerald as jewelry, and the astrological idea that a gem can amplify a planet’s influence in your life. This article explains both. I’ll show what “too strong” usually

Choosing an engagement ring by zodiac sounds fun. It also raises practical questions. Scorpios, in particular, often get the single-line advice: “skip opal.” That sounds like a superstition. But there are real, practical reasons behind the warning. Below I explain why opal is a tricky choice for many Scorpios, how Scorpio tastes and lifestyle affect

Lucky Gem for Job Interviews: Citrine, Tiger’s Eye, or Just Confidence? Many people consider wearing a “lucky” stone to interviews. Two common choices are citrine and tiger’s eye. Both have clear visual and tactile differences. Both can influence how you feel. But they don’t replace preparation. This article compares the gems, explains how they might

Amethyst is one of the most commonly recommended stones for sleep. You see it in bedside bowls, on nightstand shelves and in social posts promising calmer nights and more vivid dreams. The question is practical: does placing a piece of amethyst by your bed actually help you sleep, or is it mostly symbolic? Below I

Does your rising sign change your best gemstone? Short answer: sometimes. Your rising sign (ascendant) rules the first house of the natal chart. That house governs appearance, first impressions, physical health and how you project yourself. For many people who use gemstones as astrological remedies, strengthening the ascendant or its ruler is a primary goal.

Birthstones feel ancient. Shops sell them as if each month has a single, rightful gem tied to luck and character. The truth is more complicated. Multiple cultures assigned special stones to months or signs long ago, but the modern one‑stone‑per‑month list is largely a product of jeweler standardization and marketing. That matters if you want

Astrology has long linked gemstones to planets and to the Sun and Moon. Many classical systems advise removing or avoiding certain gems during eclipses. That advice mixes two things: energetic ideas about how planets influence people, and practical notes about stone care and safety during events that traditionally involve ritual smoke, bathing, or prolonged outdoor

People who use crystals for meditation or decoration often “charge” them — putting them in moonlight, sunlight or salt — to refresh their energy. That’s perfectly fine in intention, but gems are physical minerals. Light, heat, water and salt affect them differently depending on hardness, porosity, treatments and metal settings. Below I explain which methods

When you choose a ring or pendant, the metal is more than a backdrop. Gold, silver and platinum each interact with gemstones in ways that change how a stone looks, how long it lasts and how you care for it. This article explains the practical effects — optical, mechanical and chemical — so you can