This stone is a type of black obsidian, but it has a more friendly vibration than some of the other types of obsidian. They are not altered but they are natural crystals that heal grief. The term “Apache Tears” refers to small round pebbles made of the semi-precious mineral obsidian, which is black or dark-colored volcanic glass. These pebbles are small and are frequently dented or imperfectly round.

These stones work with the base or the root chakra and provide you with grounding energy that keeps you stable. By using the Apache Tear, you are able to address negativity in a calmer and more constructive way. This crystal helps you to get over the past trauma and heal the wounds in your mind.

If you feel that you need help in becoming grounded and more powerfully connected with the world of physical reality, you should blend this stone with the power of the root chakra. You can do this by wearing or carrying it somewhere close to the base of your spine, such as on a belt buckle for low-rise jeans, or in your back pocket. This will keep its power closest to the seat of your grounding energy.