Amethyst is cleansing gem at both physical and psychological levels. It promotes internal balance and harmony and brings stability to the individual. Amethyst is capable of raising ones spirits promoting self assurance and confidence. They brighten the outlook on life and enhance the sense of humor. The virtues of amethyst include beauty calm fulfillment humility a loving demeanor perfection piety sincerity spiritual balance tranquility and wisdom. Amethyst is often worn during meditation and is placed on simple meditation altars. It is worn during psychic acts and since it is a stone of wisdom it allows the information received through the psychic sources to be appropriately utilized.