Gemstones for Teachers

Gemstones for Teachers - Rose Quartz - Love

Confucius say, 'Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life'.

This could apply to any job, of course, but loving your job, your students, your colleagues and the difference teaching can make in the world, is the secret to a successful career as a teacher. Rose quartz is the gemstone of love, compassion, empathy and nurture and will help get you through the most difficult of days.

Rose Quartz Meaning and Healing Powers

Gemstones for Teachers – Citrine – Enthusiasm and Optimism

Bright yellow citrine brings the energy of the sun into everyone's life and will be a positive and enthusiastic influence on both you and your students. It is also a very optimistic gemstone which has the nickname 'the success stone' for its winning ways and will inspire and maintain your passion for teaching.

Citrine Meaning and Healing Powers

Gemstones for Teachers – Tiger's Eye - Self-confidence and Courage

Standing in front of roomful of the nicest students takes a bit of courage let alone an unruly bunch that can strike terror into the most experienced of teachers. Tiger's Eye instills the self-confidence and courage that will have them eating out of your hand in no time.

Tiger's Eye Meaning and Healing Powers

Gemstones for Teachers – Turquoise - Communication

Communication is almost the definition of a teacher's work. How to explain things clearly so your students will fully comprehend as well as the ability to listen to their needs and concerns is a vital part of being as good a teacher as you can be. Turquoise is the 'Stone of Communication' as well as being a protective gemstone of friendship, wisdom and hope.

Turquoise Information

Gemstones for Teachers – Aventurine - Patience and Tolerance

If there is one job that can really test your levels of patience it must be teaching! Not just some of the students but administrators and fellow faculty members sometimes seem to go out of their way to test your limits. Aventurine will calm your anger and increase your levels of self-control and tolerance.

Aventurine Information

Gemstones for Teachers – Fluorite - Discipline and Focus

With the nickname of the 'Genius Stone' what could be better in the classroom or lecture hall than a fluorite gemstone. It increases mental clarity, discipline and concentration and can bring order to chaotic situations. As a bonus, it is also thought to help decision making and learning.

Fluorite Information

Gemstones for Teachers – Jasper – Nurture and Organization

Jasper has been called 'the supreme nurturer' which pretty much sums up the developing and nourishing work done by the best teachers. In addition, jasper will enhance your organizational abilities and promote quick-thinking and action-taking.

Jasper Information

Gemstones for Teachers – Amethyst – Stress Relief

Studies have shown time and time again that teaching is one of the most stressful jobs out there with a high percentage of teachers suffering burnout at some point during their career. The calming and soothing powers of amethyst are excellent to help you combat the anxieties brought on by the demanding and anxious situations that are faced daily.

Amethyst Meaning and Healing Powers