the strength and balance of brown tourmaline (dravite) comes from mother earth.

colour/appearance:

root beer brown

cleansing:

cleanse with running water method
energize on an amethyst cluster or in sunlight

element(s):

earth, storm

chakra(s):

root

best combined with:

use dravite with these compatible stones to clear and ground the root chakra and provide psychic protection: black tourmaline, jet, black obsidian, smokey quartz

physical:

heart

emotional:

strengthens our ability for empathy and identifying with others
aids in finding emotional strength and self-acceptance
stimulates creativity and our skills at crafts
inspires courage and persistence
helps with healing in dysfunctional family dynamics

spiritual:

excellent for grounding, clearing and opening the connection between the earth and our body
opens chakras for alignment and at the same time, provide strength and balance
stabilizes the inner self
clears the auric field
protects and shields from negativity directed towards or surrounding you