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Sodalite

Sodalite is sometimes mistaken for lapis lazuli, of which it is a component. The name refers to the high sodium content in this stone.  While it is often veined with calcite it seldom has the pyrite specks found in lapis.  Hackmanite is a pink colored variety of sodalite discovered in 1991.

Lore

Because they are related, many believe that sodalite has properties similar  to lapis.

Sodalite is a learning stone thought to enhance communication and creative expression.  It helps clear the mind of fixed ideas, the largest impediment to learning.

Sodalite is also thought to be a grounding stone that helps to connect your thoughts to your feelings.  Especially helpful to those who dramatically over react to emotional stimulus. 

As a healing stone, sodalite is used as a cure for insomnia as it helps to clear and calm the mind.  It is also thought to help in drawing infection from a wound.

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