Carnelian grounds and anchors you in the present reality. A stabilizing stone with high energy, it is excellent for restoring vitality and motivation, and for stimulating creativity. It is useful for dramatic pursuits. Carnelian has the ability to cleanse other stones. Psychologically Carnelian imparts an acceptance of the cycle of life and removes fear of death. In ancient times it was used to protect the dead on their journey to the afterlife. It gives courage, promotes positive life choices, dispels apathy, and motivates for success in business and other matters. Carnelian is useful for overcoming abuse of any kind. This stone helps you to trust yourself and your perception. It gets to the bottom of what makes you tick, overcomes negative conditioning and encourages steadfastness. Improves analytic abilities, clarifies perception and sharpens concentration. This stone is a powerful protector against envy, rage, resentment, yours or other peoples. It calms anger and banishes emotional negativity. Aids kidneys, female reproductive organs, fertility, frigidity and impotence. Aids with lower back problems, arthritis, neuralgia and depression.