Calcite is a powerful cleanser and is good to have around you because it can clear stagnant energies from any environment. It also removes sick or stagnant energies from within the body. It is a very active crystal, speeding up your personal and spiritual growth and development. Calcite is known as a stone of discernment. It helps us know which information is essential and retain this information in our later use memories. An extremely important healing mineral, occurring in a wide variety of forms and colours. Generally, calcite is excellent for speeding-up development on both a physical and spiritual level. It amplifies energy and can clear, open and strengthen the chakras. It encourages stability and self-trust, and helps us to transform ideas into actions. Calcite is an aid to healing and strengthening of bones and teeth, as well as strengthening cell walls and may also support clotting of the blood. Blue calcite is especially beneficial for clearing and cleansing the third eye and throat chakras. It has a soothing energy and aids in finding mental clarity and calm. It also enhances communication and self-expression.