A Gentle Beginning
Tiger’s Eye gleams like sunlight on polished wood, rich with golden and brown bands that seem to shimmer as you move it. It has long been seen as a talisman of strength, courage, and discernment. To hold Tiger’s Eye is to feel steady, like you’ve been reminded of your own power and the focus to use it wisely.
What Is Tiger’s Eye?
Tiger’s Eye is a variety of quartz with fibers of crocidolite that create its distinctive “chatoyancy,” or shimmering stripes. Found in South Africa, India, and Australia, this stone has been prized since ancient times as a protective amulet. Roman soldiers once carried it into battle for bravery and sharp focus, while other cultures used it as a charm against the evil eye.
Magical Properties & Symbolism
Tiger’s Eye is often called the Stone of Courage or the Stone of Focus:
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Confidence: Strengthens willpower and self-assurance.
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Protection: Shields against ill intentions and energetic imbalance.
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Grounded Focus: Helps balance intuition with practical action.
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Motivation: Supports decision-making and persistence toward goals.
Everyday Ways to Use Tiger’s Eye
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Carry it in your pocket when you need extra courage for a challenge.
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Place it on your workspace for focus and clarity in decision-making.
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Wear it as jewelry to keep your energy steady and protected.
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Hold it in meditation when setting intentions for strength and resilience.
Cleansing & Charging Tips
Tiger’s Eye benefits from gentle cleansing to keep its energy bright. Place it under moonlight, rinse it in running water briefly (if polished), or rest it on Selenite. Because its grounding energy is tied to the earth, burying it in soil overnight can also restore its natural strength.
Crystal Pairings
Tiger’s Eye combines beautifully with:
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Citrine for confidence and abundance.
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Black Tourmaline for courage grounded in protection.
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Carnelian for energy and motivation.
A Closing Reflection
Tiger’s Eye is a reminder that true courage isn’t loud, it’s steady. It calls you to trust yourself, to focus your energy, and to walk forward with confidence. Let it be the companion that reminds you of your strength whenever you forget.