Also read Obsidian and Black Obsidian

It allows one to recognize the unnecessary patterns which remain in ones life and to redesign ones thought patterns to provide relief from undesired conditions.

Serenity of the isolated state.

A "stone of purity", bringing both purity and balance to the body, mind, and spirit.

Eliminates bad habits.

Reduces cravings.

Promotes a sensitivity to love and beauty.

Relaxes anxiety and fear.

Root chakra.

The warrior of truth, it shows the self where the ego is at, and what must change in order to advance to the next step of evolutionary growth.

Helps to clear the cobwebs in the mind.