Balance
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Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass formed when lava from a volcano cools rapidly, and is an igneous rock.
Obsidian is mineral-like but not actually a true mineral because it is a glass, not a crystalline. The composition is too variable and sometimes is classified as a mineraloid.
Pure obsidian is normally dark in appearance but iron and other transition elements may give it a dark brown to black color.
Most black Obsidians contain nano inclusions of magnetite, an iron oxide.
Benefits
Obsidian raises self-awareness and teaches you to honor the imperfections of humanity. It teaches you to embrace your flaws and weaknesses. It says there is balance in everything and there can be balance within you. It absorbs harmful energy from the environment and within your auric field.