Rhodochrosite represents selfless love and compassion, and imparts a positive attitude. It is an excellent stone for the heart and relationships, especially for people who feel unloved. 
Rhodochrosite teaches the heart to process painful feelings without shutting down. It is a great emotional healer, gently bringing repressed and painful feelings to the surface to be acknowledged and released. 
Rhodochrosite improves feelings of self-worth and encourages a positive attitude. It encourages expression of feelings and helps lift depressed moods, bringing lightness into life.