What Your Birthstone Means (And How It Can Help You Attract Abundance)

You might know what your birthstone is, but do you actually know what it means? While we might like to adorn ourselves with the gems signifying the month we were born, many people don’t know the history behind theirs, including the believed healing and mystical properties behind each stone.

Here’s what your birthstone can offer you—and when you should wear it if you want the best results.

January: Garnet

Garnet is known for it’s rejuvenating and reinvigorating properties—the perfect stone to mark the beginning of the year. It’s thought to increase self-confidence and promote positive thinking. It’s also believed to stir up passion and even deepen romantic feelings.

February: Amethyst

Amethyst, one of the most popular kinds of quartz, it beloved in the crystal community for a variety of reasons: it is said to calm the mind, balance the spirit, and even protect from malevolent forces. It is also believed to aid in creativity and promote balance, which can aid in all aspects in life.

March: Aquamarine

Aquamarine promotes mental and emotional clarity and is said to help clear the throat chakra, the center of our communication. As such, it can help you choose the right words to use and to speak calmly and clearly. It’s also said to help soothe anxiety and keep you grounded in the moment.

April: Diamond

Much like their transparent nature, diamonds are believed to help you see more distinctly and bring clarity to situations. This is also a stone that is closely linked with partnerships and relationships, which is why they’re often used in engagement or wedding rings—they symbolize loyalty and commitment.

May: Emerald

Emeralds are said to directly impact our heart chakra—our emotional center that influences how we love, our empathy and compassion, and even our sense of joy. It’s known as the stone of lasting love because it promotes pure, unconditional love for both ourselves and others.

June: Pearl

Pearls are known for promoting wisdom and intuition, and as such can help us look inward. This stone can also help you maintain a sense of peace, as it’s known for its calming, even optimistic properties. It also manifests a sense of sincerity into your life, bringing clarity to situations and relationships that might otherwise feel murky.

July: Ruby

Rubies are revitalizing stones that can help you feel refreshed and connected with yourself. It can spark passion and restore mental and physical fortitude; it can even help heal a broken heart, as its properties can prop up your self-confidence and make you feel better about your situation.

August: Peridot

Peridot is a stone of transformation—it can help you facilitate change in your life, such as breaking bad habits you’ve struggled with or help you have a change of heart, but it can also help you navigate unexpected changes. It can remove the feelings of anxiety and overwhelm and help you feel more balanced.

September: Saphire

Blue sapphire is believed to quicken your mind and help strengthen your intuition. It’s often seen as the stone of wisdom, but it can promote positivity to all aspects of your life, including love, wealth, and happiness. It also has a long history with spirituality and can aid you when you need clarity.

October: Opal

Opal is known for its purifying qualities, as well as its ability to amplify emotions and creativity. This stone can promote a healthy sense of self-worth, allowing you to feel more comfortable living authentically or expressing yourself, so keep it close when struggle with feeling happy with yourself.

November: Topaz

Topaz is the stone of truth and inner wisdom and can help you with emotional balance. It can help remove self-doubt and boost your self-esteem, leading you toward success and abundance. It’s also said to help with revitalization when you need it mentally or physically.

December: Turquoise

Turquoise can help cleanse and protect from negative energy, bringing good fortune your way. It connects with the throat chakra, helping you speak your truth and reduce the anxiety about communicating more authentically. It can also help with creative problem-solving, pushing you out of mental ruts you might otherwise get stuck in.