Current Birthstone: Amethyst!

- Amethyst characteristic.

Amethyst as a healing stone is known to calm and protect the mind. Amethyst is a symbol of wisdom, optimism and happiness. Amethyst is the stone called humility for its ability to quench the pride and turn it into reflection and introspection. It reduces anger and has beneficial effects on work stress. Amethyst is particularly useful for increasing self-esteem, strengthen the will, memory, self-control and increases dream activity. Besides being a stone of tranquility and repose, amethyst is also known to enhance mental strength, stability, and vigor. It also is protective in averting the mind from psychic attacks and transforming negative energy in to that of positive and tranquil tenacity. It is said to also have a relieving effect on stress, grief, depression, emotional despair and ineffective communication.

- Curiosity about Amethyst.

The name "Amethyst" comes from greek and means "not intoxicating" and therefore, in ancient times, it was believed would protect drunkenness. In the East, it’s still considered the stone of the spiritual, useful to all those who want to cultivate the mystical aspect of life and want to know yourself deeply. Wisdom and awareness, however, are virtues that lead to some suffering: it is perhaps for this reason that the amethyst in the West has gained fame as a stone ungrateful sad.

- Therapeutic effects Amethyst.

Amethyst is associated with the area of the face and helps overcome imbalances of thought that can cause dysfunction of the pituitary. Physically, the Amethyst helps with rheumatism and swelling in the legs, relieves headaches.

- Zodiac sign associated with the Amethyst: Sagittarius.

The sign of Sagittarius is the ninth of the zodiac and its element is Fire. Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter and Jupiter’s traditional name was Jove, hence the jovial attitude of the person born under this sign. The quality is mutable: in fact, of the astrological signs, Sagittarius typifies the vibrancy and volatility of flame, being a mutable fire sign and constantly moving between the poles of essence and manifestation.

- Sagittarius personality.

Sagittarius is undoubtedly one of the most positive of the star signs. Inquisitive and energetic, the Sagittarius is the traveler of the Zodiac. Their philosophical, broad-minded approach to life motivates them to wander far and wide in the search for the meaning of life. Extroverted, optimistic, and enthusiastic, it can be almost impossible to keep the Sagittarius down. They love change. In fact, change is essential for this sign to feel their best.

Sagittarians are playful and love to have fun with their lovers. Passionate, expressive, and willing to try just about anything, partners who are equally outgoing are best suited to the Sagittarius. There's a fine line between sex and love for this sign. Their love of change and variety can bring a lot of different faces to the bedroom. But when it comes to love, that's an entirely different thing. Once taken, the Sagittarian is loyal, true-blue, and devoted. Mates for this sign need to be intellectual, sensitive, and expressive for the best results.

"Visualization" is the keyword for the Sagittarius. When this sign sees something as possible in their minds, they will go to great lengths to rally enough people to make it happen. Straightforward, they don't usually mince words about what they want, and they seem to know exactly what needs to be said in a given situation. They make excellent salespeople, and it's even better when this involves travel. When the Sagittarius gets a sense of the big picture, they'll work night and day to reach a goal.

Fun loving Sagittarians enjoy making - and spending - money. Considered the luckiest sign of the Zodiac, they don't worry too much about where the next buck is coming from. Sagittarians are risk-takers and highly optimistic, trusting in the universe to provide what is needed. Money-management tasks will bore the Sagittarius to tears, so getting a bookkeeper or accountant is the best plan in order to stay on top of what's coming and going

- Curiosity of Sagittarius. 

According to tradition, the Sagittarius rules the liver, respiratory and legs too. Who belongs to this sign is usually equipped with a constitution strong and agile, that allows they to play without problems vigorous physical activity. They tend to abuse their physical form and are sometimes affected by noise due to hard work too long.

- Jofri’s advice:

- Summary:

•  Symbol: The Archer.
• Element: Fire.
• Favorable Colors: Sky-Blue = Color of Wisdom.
• Lucky Gem: Amethyst.
• Metal: Tin.
• Key Body Part: Hips and Thighs.
• Flower: Hydrangea.
• Favorable Day: Thursday = Jupiter day.
• Period: Nov 23 – Dec 22.