Agate promotes inner stability, composure, and maturity. Its warm, protective properties encourage security and self-confidence. It is a great crystal to use during pregnancy.

Agate stops the burning desires for things we do not need, and assists those juggling commitments or multiple jobs. It helps writers express ideas in marketable form, and helps young children learn to walk and not fall as they get older.

Agate also promotes marital fidelity. 

Agate is useful as a protection amulet when traveling, and is especially effective against traffic accidents.

Agate is a professional support stone. It stabilises the imagination of artists, provides personal security for police or people involved in security. It enables physical strength in athletes and people involved in vigorous hobbies and personal pursuits.