Pyrite

Pyrite is also known as “Fools Gold” and is the brassy gold mineral that frustrated so many miners during the gold rush of the Old West. Traditional symbol for money and good luck. It's sunny golden color associates it with the sun, and with fortification and strengthening of the mind. Iron Pyrite makes a wonderful energy shield, blocking out negativity from various sources. Helps one overcome inertia and feelings of inadequacy. Helps you to see behind a facade. Pyrite is a protective, shielding stone and is excellent to wear or carry as an amulet to deflect harm and danger. It is especially helpful when one is away from home or performing hazardous work. It overcomes intellectual fatigue due to overwork and tiredness of the nervous system by stimulating blood flow to the brain, increasing mental clarity, focus and recall. Pyrite inspires creativity in art, mathematics, science, architecture and many disciplines, especially those that recognize the inherent perfection and harmonious symmetry of nature and the universe. It stirs the qualities of ambition, commitment and perseverance, and is an ideal stone for students. Pyrite encourages leadership qualities and is an ally for managers and those working toward promotion. Pyrite is a crystal of positive energy, and is extremely helpful for melancholy and thoughts fixed on misfortune and despair. It relieves anxiety and frustration. Pyrite’s energy is empowering to the spirit, encouraging one to overcome fears and take action. It increases one’s will to accomplish whatever tasks one sets out to do, and can be used to bring one out of one’s shell, becoming more dynamic and confident. 
*Gemstones and crystals work on a supportive energetic level but are not a replacement for proper medical attention.