Description

Apache tears are one of the few stones you can use for intense healing of the emotional body, especially in times of grief and sadness. Also known as Smoky Obsidian or Marekanite, the apache tears are the small, rounded, pebble-like variety of black obsidian. It is often found in greyish volcanic material known as perlite, a more lightweight and porous form of obsidian. It is created when hot lava spews out of volcanoes, solidifying before it hits the ground. 

Ancient lore (I highly recommend reading the story—its tragic) believes that those who carry or own a piece of this stone should never need to cry again since the apache tribe women cried enough tears for all those who mourn.

Apache tears are one of the gentlest grounding and protective stones are known to man. It not only shields your energy from energy vampires or psychic attacks but also keeps conflict and hostility at bay. It helps in cleansing and healing old wounds, as well as the long-held emotions and grievances. It also helps in uncovering the frozen or stagnant emotional patterns that you held below your level of awareness. It can also be used as a rescue bead for fear, shock and panic.

This stone can teach you that grief can be a tremendous spiritual learning tool that encourages self-acceptance, self-awareness and empathy towards those who feel overwhelmed by sorrow and heartache.