Amethyst is a calming stone, it relieves stress and strain, soothes irritability, balances mood swings, dispels anger, rage, fear and anxiety. Amethyst activates spiritual awareness, opens intuition and enhances psychic abilities. Amethyst is a stone of a higher perspective - of true wisdom, insight, and spirituality. It promotes emotional balance and mental clarity so it will be helpful to a busy mind or a turbulent heart.