Petrified Wood is the name given to fossilized wood - any stone that has replaced organic wood material with a type of mineral (typically Agate or Opal). A Crystal Message about the healing properties of Petrified Wood: "I invite the wisdom of my ancestors to help guide me for the highest good of my being." Common Healing Properties of Petrified Wood: Enhances grounding practices Facilitates your connection with the natural world (especially to dryads, tree spirits, & the faery realm) Helps you access ancient wisdom and ancestor guidance Encourages you to take responsibility for your own energy Increases protection Helps you get focused and set a balanced pace for your day Instills patience Promotes creative problem-solving skills Encourages positive transformation Assists with past life work Strengthens your willpower Colors: Opaque, multi-color bands and rings ranging from black to dark brown and tan, and even cream, orange, and red. Zodiac Signs: Virgo, Capricorn, Taurus, Scorpio Elements: Earth Companion Flowers: Wild Ginger Companion Essential Oil: Vetiver Companion Stone: Silver Sheen Obsidian Common Origins: Western United States, Australia, Madagascar, New Zealand Wanna’ Get Science-y? Click Here to get more information about this crystal!       More Information on the Healing Properties of Petrified Wood: Petrified Wood is created when minerals replace the organic molecules in the plant material. This stone is incredibly grounding and works to enhance stability, both physical and emotional. It also creates more stability in your life from things like your career and home life to your spiritual practice and connection with nature. Petrified Wood embodies the energy of the Oak Moon and calls forth the energy of this mighty tree to lend its strength in times of need.   /* Petrified Wood has a special connection to the Beaver animal archetype. It represents the persistence needed to overcome obstacles blocking your path. This stone helps you accomplish what you set your mind to by encouraging you to take things one step at a time as well as helps you be industrious when things don't go as planned. Work with Petrified Wood when you must undertake a daunting task to help keep you motivated and on track throughout the process. Want to learn more about working with fossils for crystal healing? Discover the Top 5 Fossils for Crystal Workers, and all about amazing Fossil Stone Benefits here!   Pin it! Are you captivated by the ancient wisdom of fossils? Elemental energies shape the world and guide our spiritual practice. By working with fossils, you can access these ancient forces and bring balance, empowerment, and connection into your life. That’s why I created the Fossils for Elemental Magic Course—a beginner-friendly journey into the magic of Earth, Water, Air, Fire, and Spirit.     In this course, you’ll explore how fossils act as conduits for elemental energy, empowering you to align with nature’s forces in your rituals, divination, and healing work. Perfect for those seeking to deepen their connection to the natural world, this class offers both practical techniques and spiritual insight.     Course Materials Include: A 30-minute video on fossils and elemental magic. Printable slideshow notes with key teachings and techniques. Are you ready to uncover the timeless wisdom of fossils and the elements? Enhance your spiritual practice and unlock elemental energy with the Fossils for Elemental Magic Course!   Tune into the Crystal Confab Podcast Episode #29, all about Ammonite & Fossils! Join Adam Barralet, Kyle Perez , Ashley Leavy and Nicholas Pearson in Episode #29 of the Crystal Confab Podcast as they do a deep dive into Ammonite & Fossils meaning, including: