Beautiful Sodalite is a lyrical-like crystal for meditators and those seeking spiritual insight. There is an effortless quality to its blue and white veins that feel calming for the mind-clearing confusion, rigidity, and blocks to allow for new learning. It has a tranquil, healing influence on the emotions of overly sensitive Souls. Sodalite inspires trust in groups at work for harmony and a common purpose. It helps boost self-esteem and is soothing for panic attacks, insomnia, nightmares, and phobias. Use it at the throat to quiet nerves in public speaking and release the vocal cords.
A rough version of crystal is usually cut from a much larger piece of mined material that is too large or heavy to be used by a person. Rough chunks such as calcites are often acid washed to subtly smooth out rough edges that may cause cuts or injury and to prevent further flaking or breakage.