Rhodonite is said to be a physical and emotional healer, as it teaches us to love and trust ourselves. It is believed to boost self-confidence, increase self-esteem, and encourage patience. Rhodonite calms emotions, promotes relaxation, and alleviates anxiety and worry. It is said to make it easier to organize scattered and chaotic thoughts, and to enhance language proficiency and eloquence. Rhodonite is a rejuvenating stone, thought to renew bodily energy after physical distress, and to help heal old wounds. It is a grounding stone, believed to strengthen our resolve and conviction, making it easier to accomplish our goals, and to fulfill our potential. Rhodonite is associated with the Zodiac sign of Taurus. It is the Massachusetts state gem, and the national gem of Russia.