Malachite absorbs negative energies and pollutants easily, picking them up from both the atmosphere and the body. Psychologically, Malachite is a stone of transformation and can encourage risk taking and change. It can draw out deep feelings, breaks unwanted ties and outworn patterns and teaches how to take responsibility for one’s actions, thoughts and feelings. It can release inhibitions and encourages expressing feelings. This stone develops empathy with other people, showing how it would feel to be in their place. It alleviates shyness and supports friendships. Malachite can make moods more intense but quick to change and can be used for in ear exploration. It stimulates dreams and brings memories vividly to life.