Marialite

In this article, I’ll discuss the rare mineral marialite’s meaning, uses, and benefits. I will also include other facts that may be helpful in your spiritual journey with this stone, such as the proper way to cleanse it, the best crystals to pair it with, and more.

Marialite is a silicate mineral from the scapolite series, usually considered as a pure endmember at the other end of the spectrum opposite of meionite. It ranges from transparent or translucent vitreous stones to resinous and pearly opaque stones.

The mineral can be found in many places in the world, occurring in high-pressure and high-temperature environments. In fact, marialite was first described in 1866 when specimens of the stone were found in the Phlegrean Fields, Italy, which is a well-known volcanic region. German mineralogist Gerhard vom Rath named it “marialite” in honor of his wife Marie Rose or Maria Rosa vom Rath.

Is marialite rare?

Even if it has been sighted in several countries, marialite is still considered rare, perhaps due to the fact that the specimens found are few and far between. Additionally, gem-quality marialite crystals yield only about 15%, according to some reports. These marialites are often sold to collectors because of their exquisite beauty and rarity.

What does marialite look like?

Marialite comes in different colors, from pearly white to yellow, pink, brown, purple, and even green. This mineral also occurs as transparent or translucent, occasionally with a hint of any colors mentioned previously.

Some of the most lovely marialite specimens ever found are glassy, translucent tetragonal crystals with a pale golden straw hue.

Perhaps even rarer are marialites that exhibit a cat’s eye effect (chatoyancy), commonly occurring as purple, brown, green, or gray.

These minerals usually become a collector’s stone and fetch a high price in the market.

Meaning of Marialite

Whereas meionite has the calmest energy in the scapolite series, standing on the opposite side of this spectrum is marialite. Its frequencies are so strong that you can feel its energy just by barely holding one.

For some, it might take time to get used to. But fortunately, for most people, keeping up with it won’t take too long.

Unlike other high vibrational crystals, marialite has a warm and friendly energy that you wouldn’t need to be wary of potential dizziness and the feeling of being “disconnected” to Earth. It’s a unique scapolite crystal in the sense that it can resonate both with the third-eye and solar plexus chakras, which are found in the higher and lower parts of our bodies, respectively. It also aligns the heart chakra, which helps to keep us in balance while we’re using it.

Marialite is an excellent crystal for those who yearn for or need independence but otherwise doubt themselves capable of doing it. The stone promotes courage and empowers an individual. It teaches them not to be afraid of choosing and loving themselves. It’s a highly supportive stone, that eagerly lends its hand to those who want to be in full control of their lives and be themselves unapologetically.

Marialite is a lovely and delicate crystal with a number of uses for the mind, body, and soul. But perhaps, it’s mostly known for its tremendous benefit for our emotional and mental well-being. It’s believed to have the ability to boost our confidence and courage.

It can help us face our fears by making us see that problems and difficulties are temporary. It reminds us that we have the ability to move past it.

If it’s something we can resolve on our own, it gives us the wisdom to make the right decisions. Meanwhile, if these things are beyond our control, it encourages us to trust the process and know that there’s a light beyond a seemingly endless tunnel.

It nudges us to believe in ourselves, take action, and push through it all, despite our ungrounded fears of not being capable enough.

Aside from its emotional benefits, marialite is also believed to have physical benefits and metaphysical properties. I will discuss each of them below.

Marialite Physical Benefits

While alternative medicine shouldn’t fully replace professional medical treatment, many people have experienced the healing benefits of marialite. The crystal may be able to help you with the following:

• Cells

  Our cells contain the “blueprint” that makes up our bodies; also called our DNA. Hence, it’s also believed by many crystal healers that our cells have “memories” that have recorded information about our previous lives: who we were, what we liked, and what we feared. Some also said that it may even contain data from our ancestors, including the illnesses we might be prone to. Marialite improves our cellular memory and seeks to heal those ailments that we may have been suffering from, whether it’s in our body or mind. It’s believed to help heal a number of diseases and conditions, such as varicose veins, skeletal disorders, and more. It integrates new patterns to improve not only our current state of being but also those who will come after us.

• Eye Health

  Marialite helps improve our eye health. It’s also believed to speed up the healing of eye ailments such as cataracts and glaucoma.

• Recovery

  Marialite can help speed up your recovery if you have recently undergone a medical procedure and operation. It’s also useful for those who are healing from bone diseases and injuries.

Marialite Emotional Benefits

Marialite is especially beneficial to one’s emotional and mental well-being, particularly for those who are having trouble solving their problems and trusting their decisions. It gives wisdom, courage, and self-confidence so you may be able to become self-sufficient. Furthermore, it helps you to take control of your life and be freed from social anxiety. I’ll be explaining these and more below.

• Wisdom

  Marialite promotes wisdom and opens our intuition to help us see the bigger picture. It makes us think outside the box and see the seemingly impossible problems we face from a different perspective. It inspires us to approach the problem in a new light so we may be inspired with a new and creative solution. It gives us insight and clears our minds so we may be able to think more clearly.

• Focus

  It may also improve our concentration, not only when coming up with new plans or projects but also in executing them.

• Bravery

  It encourages us to be bold and decisive. It helps us become assertive without being pushy and severe. It makes us see that we are capable of accomplishing our goals, no matter how lofty or impossible they may seem. It supports us whenever we need to initiate change for the betterment of ourselves or for those around us.

• Self-Confidence

  It also gives us a boost of self-confidence. It helps us see that we have the ability to change, improve, and move forward.

• Empowerment

  It supports us in our quest to become independent and become someone whom people can totally rely on. It also helps us take control of our lives and move towards our goals. If you had been the subject of intimidation or subjugation by others, marialite helps you take your power back and gives you the courage to fight back.

Marialite Metaphysical Properties

Marialite is also believed to have metaphysical uses. Some of them are the following:

• Good Fortune

  Marialite helps promote good fortune. It opens up doors to opportunities in business and may even contribute to one’s wealth. With its ability to support wise decision-making, problem-solving, and concentration, marialite can help your financial goals.

• True Love

  Marialite encourages love and compassion, not only to others, but also to ourselves.

Because marialite is quite brittle, I recommend having to keep it in a safe place whenever it’s not in use. Making a piece of jewelry out of it may not be the best option, but it’s doable if it was carefully set and worn. These crystals make beautiful necklaces, earrings, and such, so it may be alright to wear them from time to time.

Marialite is perhaps best used for meditation and healing purposes. You can hold the crystal during meditation sessions, or disperse its essence around you. It may also be used in grids.

To meditate with marialite, find a quiet and serene place in your home. Sit or lie down until you are comfortable. Take three deep breaths, close your eyes, and ask permission from the stone that you will use its vibrations. Visualize the positive energy emanating from the crystal as it envelops your whole being. Stay in this position for as long as you like.

Marialite Chakras

This crystal is said to resonate with three of the seven main chakras in our body; namely, the third eye chakra, the heart chakra, and the solar plexus chakra. Here are the benefits you may experience when meditating with marialite:

• Third-Eye Chakra

  The third eye chakra is the seat of our intuition. It also serves as a bridge between our inner and outer worlds. With our third eye chakra in alignment, we are able to focus more and see the bigger picture. We have a sharper ability to examine things and see them for what they truly are, thus helping us make wise decisions.

• Heart Chakra

  The heart chakra is the home of our ability to give and receive love. It’s the area where we can feel emotions such as love, compassion, and joy. With this chakra opened, we feel more aligned to our profound truth. We form healthier bonds with other people, and at the same time, we become kinder towards ourselves.

• Solar Plexus Chakra

  The solar plexus chakra is the center of our self-esteem and willpower. With this chakra activated, we become more confident. We don’t easily get swayed by others or become intimidated into doing nothing. We stand our ground, and we are able to take control of our lives, knowing that we have the ability to do anything.

As of the time of this writing, marialite crystals are often typified by their colors, such as translucent yellow and white, sometimes exhibiting chatoyancy. There are also marialites that were heat-treated to bring out a vibrant color of red or purple. There are also mottled varieties of marialite in Canada. All of these marialites are believed to have the same strong energy that can help boost one’s confidence and courage.

Marialite can be paired with other crystals to maximize its abilities. Here are some good stones you can try combining marialite with:

1. 

   Amethyst

   Amethyst is a highly protective stone with tremendous healing and calming benefits, which makes it a great stone to pair with marialite. It’s mostly known for its soothing abilities. It calms the mind and emotions, especially when you’re under stress. With marialite’s confidence-boosting qualities and amethyst’s tranquil energy, you can tackle difficult tasks more easily.

2. 

   Rose Quartz

   Rose Quartz is the stone of love. It inspires kindness and compassion in us, not only to others but to ourselves as well.

3. 

   Tanzanite

   Tanzanite is a stone that resonates well with the higher chakras, including the third eye chakra. It’s mainly known for its ability to enhance intuition and stimulate perception.

It’s crucial to charge and cleanse your marialite to keep it free from negative energy. However, since it’s a fragile stone, extra precaution is needed in handling it. Keep it away from abrasive materials and chemical cleaners, as they may damage the stone.

Here are the safest ways to purify your marialite and keep it charged with positive vibrations:

• Smudging

  Smudging your stones will immediately remove negative energies, so it is important to open a window for them to leave if you are cleansing your crystals indoors. Simply light either used bundled or loose sage with a match then blow out the flame to produce smoke. Wave the stone through the smoke for 30 to 60 seconds to clear bad vibrations. Ensure you use a fire-safe bowl or plate for safety.

• Full Moon

  Cleansing your stones with the full moon is an excellent way to remove negativity. At twilight, place your crystals on a windowsill or a place where they will be able to absorb the light of the moon (and its vibrations). Remove the stone the following morning before the sun gets too high into the sky. You can also place several stones on a grid to charge with a specific intention.

• Visualization

  Visualization is a safe and powerful way of charging any of your crystals. Take time to center your energy and ground yourself, then pick up the sone in your hands. Focus on filling your hands with a radiant light through visualization for a minute or two. Focus on removing the negativity from the stone, allowing it to be cleansed and recharged with purpose. You should be able to feel the energy within the stone shift into positivity.

• Crystal Charger

  There are many tools that can help charge your crystals. Whether you use a pyramid, large selenite plates or bowls, or grids, you can enhance the powers of your stones as you charge them. As with other methods, you should set an intention when placing your stones on a crystal charger.

Conclusion

Marialite may be a delicate stone, but its vibrations are astonishingly high. It’s a wonderful crystal that helps us see ourselves in a new light: that we are braver, more confident, and more capable than we know. It makes us realize that we are powerful and full of possibilities, despite the naysayers. Whether those “naysayers” refer to other people or even to ourselves, marialite will act as our steadfast supporter and encourage us to move forward.