Aquamarine is derived from the Latin word for seawater. The ancients believed counteracted forces of darkness and secured favor from the spirits of light. Psychologically, Aquamarine has an affinity with sensitive people / introverts. It offers support to those who are overwhelmed by responsibility, and can invoke tolerance of others. It is a beautiful soft blue gem that gently calms the mind and removes extraneous thought. Aquamarine filters information reaching the brain and clarifies perception, amplifies courage, sharpens the intellect and helps to clear confusion. It soothes fears of all kinds, clears communication blocks, promotes self expression and helps you to release what no longer serves you. Aquamarine is also one of the best stones for meditation, as it induces high states of consciousness, expands psychic channels and enhances intuition, especially clairvoyance. It aligns the physical and spiritual bodies, clears the aura, and lifts the vibrational frequency of the energy field.