A stone of ambition and drive, Carnelian is a power stone. A stone of abundance, it motivates for success in business and other matters. It is very helpful in making choices and decisions.  Carnelian activates and energizes personal power, revealing or discovering hidden talents by stimulating curiosity and inquisitiveness.  It is long revered for its healing, spiritual and creative qualities and has a wonderfully protective energy over rage, resentment, bad tempers, and anger in self and others.  It helps one banish sorrow or depression and grounds energy and attention into the present.  

The physical body receives benefits by aiding in absorption of vitamins, minerals and nutrients. It warms and cleanses the blood, brings healing to the kidneys, gall bladder, pancreas and the reproductive system. Can bring comfort to menstrual cramps, arthritis, gall stones, asthma, and allergies. It is also useful in overcoming abuse as it helps one trust their perceptions, overcoming negative conditioning.