Namaste Michele,

Very lengthy to explain..... :-)) The "Articles" section on the
Rudra Centre website (top left corner) will be an interesting primer
regarding the differences, when you have time to read:
www.rudraksha-ratna.com

There is never any 'wrong application' of rudraksha but with gems,
its better to consult a Jyotish astrologer before wearing them (try
Alan Scherr from our List here).

Unless one does not believe in being subject to what was 'written in
the stars' and maybe in this case, is thus 'liberated' from
planetary effects, it is recommended that Jyotish astrologers be
consulted. In applying gem elixirs or powders, consult an Ayurvedic
practitioner.

Om Namah Shivaya
Sy

--- In rudrakshabeadsocietiesclub (AT) yahoogroups (DOT) com, Michele Worstell
<michelew@r...> wrote:
> I would like someone to explain to me the difference between how
> gemstones work with one's body/energy and how rudraksha works with
one's
> body/energy.
> Blessings
> Michele
>
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