Matching Stones
Gemstones for the Heart Chakra
The Heart Chakra is the middle one of the seven Chakras: the energy center of love, connection and compassion. If you feel closed off or hurt, or notice that you find it hard to give or receive love, this Chakra often needs attention. The gemstones for the Heart Chakra are mainly green and pink stones that soften and open the heart. Below you can read what the Heart Chakra is and which stones suit it.
What is the Heart Chakra?
The Heart Chakra is called Anahata in Sanskrit, which means "unstruck" or "unhurt". It is located in the center of the chest, at the level of the heart. This Chakra forms the bridge between the three lower, earthly Chakras and the three upper, spiritual Chakras. It represents love in all its forms: for yourself, for others and for life. Its element is Air and its color is green, with pink as a second color. When the energy flows well here, you feel connected, gentle and open. The core statement of this Chakra is: I give and receive love.
Heart Chakra in and out of Balance
With a balanced Heart Chakra you are warm, forgiving and sincerely involved with others, without losing yourself. You can receive love without feeling uncomfortable and set boundaries without closing off. When the energy is out of balance, you may feel lonely, jealous or shut down, keep carrying old pain or find it hard to trust. An overactive Heart Chakra can show as excessive care for others and putting yourself last. Time in nature, gratitude and working with gentle heart stones help restore the balance.
Matching Gemstones for the Heart Chakra
The stones that belong to the Heart Chakra are mainly green and pink. They are associated with love, compassion, forgiveness and emotional healing. The stones below are a good first choice; above all, trust the stone you are drawn to.
Rose Quartz
Rose Quartz is the classic stone of the Heart Chakra. A soft, pink stone linked to unconditional love, self love and comfort.
Aventurine
Aventurine is associated with optimism, trust and an open heart. This green stone helps you approach life with a lighter feeling.
Jade
Jade has stood for harmony, wisdom and balance for centuries. A stone that calms the heart and helps you deal with others from a place of calm.
Rhodonite
Rhodonite is seen as the stone of forgiveness and emotional healing. A pink stone with black veins that helps release old wounds.
Emerald
Emerald is linked to loyalty, sincere love and a big heart. A deep green stone that supports relationships and nourishes the Heart Chakra.
Prehnite
Prehnite brings inner calm and helps release worries about others. A soft green stone for anyone who gives a lot and may also learn to receive.
Corresponding Zodiac Signs
The Heart Chakra is mainly linked to Libra, the sign of harmony and relationships, and to Leo, the sign of warmth and a big heart. Also have a look at the other zodiac signs and their matching stones.