Blue Topaz is a stone of peacefulness, calming to the emotions, and ideal for meditation and connecting with spiritual beings. It is a natural magnifier of psychic abilities, assisting those who wish to attune to inner guidance, as well as those who serve others through readings or spiritual healing. Topaz is the birthstone for the month of December, and the stone given in celebration of the 4th and 19th anniversaries of marriage. Topaz is a symbol of love and affection and has been said to be an aid to one’s sweetness and disposition. Blue topaz promotes harmony and relaxation and can be especially helpful in healing hurt feelings and calming frayed nerves. In the past, topaz has been used to soothe fears and protect against nightmares to give a restful and serene night’s sleep. Ancient civilizations believed the blue topaz to have cooling powers.