Carnelian stimulates inquisitiveness, initiative and courage; helps increase physical energy, personal power, creativity and compassion; dispels apathy, indolence and passivity; protects against envy, fear, rage and helps banish sorrow. *Agate is good for balance of yin and yang, eliminating negativity, promoting perceptiveness to situations, awakening talents, creativity, eliminates inner anger, helps with positive relationships, provides inspiration from and a connection to the spirit world.