Galena
Poor galena. How would you like it if some people called you “toxic terror”? This sulfide mineral has arguably earned its nickname due to being our major source of lead, an element that has caused all kinds of harm to humans through the years. And while it’s true that galena has definitely done some damage, it only becomes dangerous when dissolved and ingested, or turned into dust and inhaled. So it’s not unsafe if you’re sensible about it. And, while caution is certainly advised, galena has also done a lot of good for us humans. Crystals of galena are what made our very first radios work, and it’s still today a major component of batteries. What even fewer people realize is that galena is a major source of silver too. It goes to show that not everything dangerous is inadvisable. If this mineral is showing up for you now, just consider it a message to pause, assess your current situation, and only move forward when you’ve taken all commonsense precautions.
The Bottom Line
CAUTION
“Slow down and proceed with care.”
One Or More Of These Messages Are For You
- The situation or person you’re asking about has the potential to either harm you, help you, or both.
- Slow down, step carefully, and move forward with deliberation and caution.
- This is not a good time to jump into things impulsively. Take care to understand the full risk of a thing before you make a decision.
- A hidden danger may lurk within a project you’re undertaking or a person you’re dealing with, so stop and assess before moving ahead.
- Research, ask reliable experts, learn all you can, then use your best judgment.
- Even if a current situation or person is toxic, there may be something of benefit to you as well, so long as you take full precautions and make yourself safe.
