Carnelian – This is a great stone for women. It promotes courage and positive life choices. It enhances self-esteem, and trust in yourself and your own perceptions. It helps to release any feelings of anger or resentment toward yourself and others. It balances and promotes a healthy reproductive system and soothes PMS. It elevates the mood and helps you appreciate your body. It is very good for young women and women going through hormonal shifts.