Learn all about the energy of healing crystals (and how to work with them in your day to day life) with this weekly podcast hosted by Ashley Leavy of the Love & Light School of Crystal Therapy.
Finding Your Inner Compass with Oracle Cards: An Interview with Dana Whitby
Ashley Leavy: Welcome. I am so excited today to be chatting with the amazing Dana Whitby. Dana's been on the show several times before, but she has something super new and exciting to talk about today, so Dana, thank you so much for being here.
Dana Whitby: Oh, Ashley, thank you so much for having me back. It's an honor and a pleasure to be here.
Ashley: I always love chatting with you. You and I talk frequently on Instagram too. We're usually sending messages back and forth. Would you mind just introducing yourself to everyone in case they haven't caught 1 of our previous interviews?
Dana: Yeah, absolutely, so I like to call myself a divine messenger, and I do that through several different modalities, so I am the author of an upcoming Oracle deck, and we will get into that in just a minute, but I also am a Holy Fire Reiki master, and I am a past life regression therapist as well as a meditation teacher, and my background is actually in traditional mainstream mental health
03/05/2023 • 43 minutes 7 seconds
How to Dress a Crystal Ritual Candle
By dressing a candle with oils, herbs, and crystals you turn the candle into a tool for making magic.
25/04/2023 • 26 minutes 8 seconds
Which Crystals are Best for Your Zodiac Sign?
Which crystals will balance your zodiac? Knowing the best crystals for zodiac signs are is vital to enhancing the power of your element.
09/04/2023 • 19 minutes 28 seconds
Healing Properties of Chrysocolla: A Crystal for Earth Energy
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Chrysocolla: “I open myself to receive the gifts of health, wealth, and happiness that the universe has in store for me."
30/03/2023 • 17 minutes 59 seconds
Top 5 Crystals for Your Toolkit PLUS Behind the Scenes of Nicholas Pearson’s New Book Release!
I'm thrilled to be interviewing Nicholas Pearson. You may know him from previous interviews we’ve done, or maybe you have some of his amazing books that we'll be talking about.
19/03/2023 • 42 minutes 5 seconds
How to Cleanse with a Selenite Wand
Properly cleansing yourself, your stones, and your space goes a long way toward ensuring a positive outcome from your crystal work.
13/02/2023 • 21 minutes 6 seconds
Why Won’t My Stones Work Anymore? Tips for Connecting to Crystal Energy
Why won't my stones work? If your crystals didn't work one time, it doesn't mean they DON'T or WON'T work for you again in the future.
06/02/2023 • 24 minutes 30 seconds
Tucson Gem Show Tips & Spotting Crystal Fakes
The Tucson Gem Show is one of the largest gem shows in the world. Here's my tips for attending and spotting Crystal Fakes.
30/01/2023 • 40 minutes 49 seconds
Crystals for Celebrating Goddess Brigid at Imbolc
Brigid’s connection with Imbolc is no coincidence. Her presence is felt at this time of year when the days of winter are behind us and we welcome in the warmth of spring.
23/01/2023 • 33 minutes 4 seconds
Healing Properties of Golden Imperial Topaz: A Crystal for Shining Your Inner Light
Imperial Topaz is a Soft yellow-gold crystal, most commonly from Brazil, that is sometimes heated to enhance its color. Rarely, it may also appear peachy-pink!
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Golden Imperial Topaz: “I am a stone of ancient wisdom. I connect you with the knowledge of your ancestors and open your mind to new ideas and ways of being. Feel your mind expand and become one with the universal source."
Common Healing Properties of Golden Imperial Topaz:
Brings the universal light into the energy body (the aura)
Encourages self-reflection
Enhances meditation
Facilitates spiritual exploration
Encourages world travel and the understanding of other cultures
Promotes clear and direct communication
Instills hope and optimism
Enhances your understanding of ancient wisdom
Aids in forgiving oneself as well as others
Boosts physical energy
Encourages open-mindedness
Facilitates ancestral connection
Enhances c
08/01/2023 • 20 minutes 7 seconds
Crystals for New Beginnings in the New Year
The new year is a common time to make big changes and set the stage for transformation and new beginnings.
Most of us have grandiose plans at first but quickly slip back into old habits. So how can you be sure to stick with your plans and stay on track with your goals to start fresh in the new year?
With crystals of course!
Crystals work great along with your intentions for helping you reach your goals.
For example, Rhodonite is a fantastic stone for new beginnings. To start a new routine in the new year, simply reach for a piece of Rhodonite and hold it in your hands.
Close your eyes and think about exactly what you’d like to do differently in the new year. Visualize it in great detail - is it a new wellness routine, a commitment to read a book per week, or quitting a habit? See it as clearly as possible, as if you can see it playing like a movie in your mind’s eye.
Once you’ve been able to visualize this new routine, hold the crystal over your heart for
19/12/2022 • 19 minutes 12 seconds
Winter Solstice: Creating a Seasonal Nature Altar for Yule
Wheel of the Year represents seasonal cycles focusing on the 4 Solar Holidays of the year (also known as the quarter days).
13/12/2022 • 26 minutes 33 seconds
Crystals for the Days of the Week
Wearing gemstones associated with each of the days of the week will allow you to invoke the energy of their corresponding planets and deities.
The days of the week were originally named for the sun, the moon, and the five ancient known planets. These planets were associated with particular gods depending upon the culture. For example, the Greeks, the Romans, and Germanic peoples each had their own gods associated with the different days of the week.
To invoke the energy of the planets or deities listed below, wear or carry one of the listed stones on the corresponding day of the week. Wearing crystal jewelry (or keeping a stone in your pocket) in this way is considered a talisman of good luck and protection.
These stones can also help you ease into your day and work through whatever the day may bring. To further connect with the energy of the crystal, try meditating with your chosen stone, creating a crystal grid, or placing the stone in a prominent position on your altar or i
30/11/2022 • 21 minutes 9 seconds
Crystals & A Card Spread for Insight at Samhain
Samhain (pronounced the Gaelic way, SAH-win) is celebrated on October 31.
This holiday marks the beginning of the dark half of the year here in the Northern Hemisphere and is the perfect time to hold space for ancestor connection, intuition, the thinning of the veil, death, introspection, rebirth, divination, and honoring the dead! It's a day to connect with ancestors and honor those who have passed on.
Samhain is also an introspective time that can heighten intuition & divination, and call for meditation on death and rebirth.
Three of my favorite crystals to work with on and around Samhain are:
Black Moonstone - A darkly reflective crystal perfect for promoting intuition and personal insight. Use it wisely when you're ready to ask big questions this month.
Sangre Calcite - This deep red calcite is a powerful fire element symbol that makes it a great helper for vitality and motivation in the colder months.
Howlite - This stone is associated with the world of dr
23/10/2022 • 29 minutes 54 seconds
The Crystal Immersion Method: A Comprehensive Approach to Crystal Healing
I’ve developed the Crystal Immersion Method ™ of teaching, specifically to help you deepen your crystal knowledge and spiritual development through 3 key pillars of training.
26/09/2022 • 33 minutes 4 seconds
Crystals To Discover Your Soul Purpose
If you’re a spiritual seeker or a mystical soul, chances are you look for signs from the universe, listen to the whispers of your heart, and pay attention to the messages from your intuition.
19/09/2022 • 23 minutes 1 second
The Autumn Equinox – Mabon & the Wheel of the Year
The Autumn Equinox, sometimes called Mabon, is the third of the quarter days, which marks the second of the fall holidays (the mid-point between Lughnasadh and Samhain).
12/09/2022 • 38 minutes 43 seconds
Working With Herbs & Crystals (PLUS How to Make Your Own Calendula Salve)
Combining the power of crystal energy with herbal plant allies is an incredible way to make some magic, find balance, and support your spiritual work.
05/09/2022 • 34 minutes
FREE Crystal Healing Class Series – CCH Prep School 2022 is out now! (BONUS Podcast Episode)
I’m so excited to be sharing my FREE introductory crystal mini series — Certified Crystal Healer Prep School! This training offers 3 (totally free) video classes.
03/08/2022 • 9 minutes 41 seconds
Lughnasadh & the Wheel of the Year
Lughnasadh marks the first harvest, and is the mid-point between Litha, the Summer Solstice, and Mabon, the Autumn Equinox.
25/07/2022 • 37 minutes 43 seconds
6 Best Crystals for Connecting with Spirit (Plus A Crystal Meditation for Spirit Connection)
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to communicate with the spirit realm? Healing crystals can help create and strengthen your connection to the Spirit.
18/07/2022 • 37 minutes 40 seconds
How to Make Crystal Moon Water
By preparing this crystal Moon Water essence, you can capture its energy in water to create a sacred essence that you can use for cleansing, ritual, and more!
11/07/2022 • 34 minutes 38 seconds
Healing Properties of Red Aventurine: A Crystal for Passion & Perseverance
Red Aventurine is a variety of massive quartz with Lepidolite Mica and Hematite inclusions that add a bit of sparkle and magic to this stone.
03/07/2022 • 20 minutes 53 seconds
Sacred Stone Painting: A DIY Ritual for Inner Peace & Earth Connection
Crafting itself is a way to make magic… to heal, to transform, and to connect with spirit. Some of the oldest art in the world took shape as humans painting on stone. From the cave paintings at Altamira in northern Spain to the figural paintings of Sulawesi, Indonesia, humans have been painting on stone for nearly 36,000 years!
28/06/2022 • 24 minutes 3 seconds
10 Best Crystals for Tarot & Oracle Card Readings
I love to use powerful crystals to enhance my other spiritual work - it makes SUCH a difference in my ability to feel physically connected to what I'm doing.
The following stones are the 10 best crystals for Tarot & Oracle Card readings.
Crystal oracle cards are one of the quickest and easiest ways to tap into your intuition and call forth just the message you need to get you headed in the right direction.
Whether you’re having trouble making a decision, need a little clarity about a situation, or want a little support and encouragement from the universe, oracle cards are a great tool to help you create just the mindset shift you need.
You can place these crystals in your sacred space or on your altar, keep them near you, hold them for their energy, or even create a grid or circle of stones around you during the reading. Crystals are such a great support to this work and can really enhance the intuitive process.
The 10 best crystals for Tarot & Oracle Card read
19/06/2022 • 30 minutes 42 seconds
Litha & the Wheel of the Year
One way that I like to connect with the seasons and cycles of the earth is by tuning into The Wheel of the Year.
This is a relatively new practice for me, but I'm finding the journey into exploring this way of being in flow with the seasons to be an enjoyable one!
Read on to discover how you can connect more deeply with the earth's natural cycles in your spiritual practice...
The Wheel of the Year can help you tune into natural cycles and helps you internalize these outward changes in nature as reflections of the growth and evolution you experience in your own life. Living in harmony with the seasons and the ebb and flow of nature helps you to lead a more soulful life and to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself on a soul level. The Wheel of the Year helps you recognize who you are and your role in the world around you.
So what is the Wheel of the Year?
Separated into 8 main holidays, the Wheel of the Year represents seasonal cycles that focus on the 4 Solar
15/06/2022 • 24 minutes 42 seconds
Can I Use These Crystals Together? Thoughts on Crystal Compatability
Ever had a moment of panic because someone told you not to use two specific types of crystals together? Or maybe that certain crystals aren't compatible?
19/04/2022 • 22 minutes 44 seconds
Healing Properties of Apricot Botswana Agate: A Crystal for Peace in the Present Moment
The properties of Apricot Botswana Agate helps you tap into your emotional center so that you can release what's stuck in your energy field.
29/03/2022 • 14 minutes 19 seconds
Anti-Oppression Work in Wellness: An Interview with Constanza Eliana Chinea of Embody Inclusivity
We talk about the importance of Anti-Oppression Work in the spiritual community and wellness industry. This is important for practitioners, wellness-based business owners, and people of all identities to incorporate as part of their practice.
09/03/2022 • 57 minutes 29 seconds
11 Best Crystals for Making Magic with the Moon
The moon, being our nearest celestial body, has such a deep impact on us. Connecting with its energy can help you live in alignment and flow with nature.
15/02/2022 • 31 minutes 50 seconds
Healing Properties of Citrine: A Crystal for Success & Positive Energy
The healing properties of citrine are powerful and abundant. Citrine will allow you to fully embrace your courage, confidence, success, and self-worth.
07/02/2022 • 12 minutes 38 seconds
A Crystal Grid Recipe for Your Sacred Space
Setting up a crystal grid is a simple (but POWERFUL!) way to harness the magic of the universe, enhance your sacred space, and tap into your own energy.
Here is a potent grid recipe that you can place in your space as a tabletop grid, or around the exterior of your sacred space or healing room to bring protection and peace to the area and to support your spiritual practice!
But what if I don't have the right stone?
Watch my video to learn how to troubleshoot this common crystal problem:
Now let's create your crystal grid!
First, grab these crystals for your grid. Feel free to use rough or tumbled stones:
1 piece of labradorite
4 pieces of smoky quartz
4 pieces of black tourmaline
8 pieces of selenite
If you don’t have these exact crystals, or if you don’t have them in these quantities, use your intuition to help you find suitable substitutes or to make changes to the grid. Don’t have 8 pieces of Selenite? Try a mixture o
02/02/2022 • 25 minutes 44 seconds
Healing Properties of Black Onyx: A Crystal for Strength & Grounding
Black Onyx is a form of Chalcedony, a cryptocrystalline form of Quartz with a history as a protective stone.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Black Onyx: "I embrace my inner shadow and integrate the lessons it has to teach me."
Common Healing Properties of Black Onyx:
Enhances clear focus
Amplifies your intentions
Assists you with recognizing and integrating the lessons shared with you by your shadow side
Promotes Divine order
Encourages sensibility and clear thinking
Enhances protection and shields you from negative energies
Assists with grounding
Energetically supports you as you face your shadow side with courage so that old patterns and traumas can be released
Colors: Soft black to charcoal gray, occasionally with lighter bands or swirls of gray, white, or cream
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Scorpio
Elements: Earth
Companion Flowers: Ghost Pipe
Companion Essential Oil: Mugwort
25/01/2022 • 17 minutes 26 seconds
4 Crystals to Amplify the Energy of the Full Moon
The time of the full moon is the peak time to engage your intuition and use your psychic gifts, such as clairvoyance or clairaudience. Be on the lookout for any signs or symbols that present themselves in your life during this lunar phase.
07/12/2021 • 36 minutes 7 seconds
Crystals to Support You Through the Holidays
The holiday season can be SO joyous, but it can also be challenging at times. It's important to keep yourself grounded, protected, and balanced during this busy time of year so that you can truly enjoy the magic and delights of the season.
I like to do this using my favourite crystals for the holidays, which is why I've put together this important list of crystals for all of your holiday needs. I hope it serves you well and helps you create a very merry season ahead!
Crystals for Holiday Cheer:
Shungite, Black Onyx, & Hematite:
These stones create a protective shield around you and continually transmute negative or stagnant energy into positive, freely flowing energy. They keep you from getting swept up in any holiday drama so you can be joyful and just enjoy the magic of the season.
Clear Quartz, Selenite, & Smoky Quartz:
These crystals purify the energy of your home and all who enter it. They will amplify the properties of any other stones in your space to make a BIG impact
29/11/2021 • 23 minutes 23 seconds
Healing Properties of Rainbow Fluorite: A Crystal for Clarity & Intuition
Rainbow Fluorite, also known as Fluor Spar, is a stunning stone that displays an amazing range of colors. Some of the most beautiful pieces are found in Mexico, England, and China. However, Fluorite used to be mined in Southern Illinois in the United States. In fact, this was where my very first crystal digging experience took place.
When I was about 8 years old, I was visiting my grandparents over Spring break from school. Their home wasn't far from a former Fluorite mining site at Cave in Rock, Illinois. My grandpa took me to search the mining "dump pile" for rocks with little bits of Fluorite on them. I was astonished to find gorgeous Fluorite crusts on some of the stones, ranging from purple to yellow. In fact, I still have one of the stones I found on that trip - and it's one of my most treasured crystals (though it may not be considered conventionally beautiful).
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rainbow Fluorite: "Feel clarity wash over you
13/09/2021 • 16 minutes 47 seconds
Protecting Your Home with Crystal Grid Energy
Many crystals are naturally protective, and some well-placed ones can really come together to create Mother Nature’s ultimate home-security grid! Follow these simple steps to create your own special protection grid for security, comfort, and peace of mind.
I am often asked about using crystals for energetic protection. Creating a crystal grid is a simple way to work with crystal energy for protection. In this post, I'm sharing a simple method for energetically protecting your home with crystal grid energy. This crystal grid recipe uses only 2 types of stones. Even better, they can be used effectively in any dwelling.
To create an initial energetic shield to protect your home, place Black Tourmaline in each exterior corner. You can then place Selenite along each of the walls and any exterior doorways or windows. This will energetically connect the Tourmaline stones. The Tourmaline acts to set an energetic protective boundary while the Selenite aids in cleansing and purificati
07/09/2021 • 25 minutes 7 seconds
Healing Properties of Turritella Agate: A Crystal for Inner Guidance
Turritella Agate is one of the most strangely named stones I know of. Most Agates are made of flowing bands of translucent or transparent, cryptocrystalline Quartz. We can see this clearly in stones like Blue Lace Agate or Lace Agate, however Turritella Agate doesn't show any of the banding patterns of other, more traditional, Agates. Because it lacks these distinctive bands, it might be better classified as a Chalcedony, but the name Turritella Agate has really stuck.
Even more interesting (and MUCH more incorrect), is the fact that these stones don't contain Turritella fossils at all! The name "Turritella" Agate is actually an incorrect name that was given to this material decades ago. In fact, the species studded inside most of this material is actually Elimia tenera, not a Turritella species.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Turritella Agate: "I spiral into the center of myself and listen to my inner guidance."
Common Healing Properties of Turrite
25/08/2021 • 22 minutes 46 seconds
How to Create and Use a Crystal Grid (Step-by-Step)
How would you like to use crystals to help you manifest the things you’d like most in your life? It’s entirely possible to do so simply by making your own crystal grids! With focused, positive intention and these easy step-by-step instructions, you can create powerful crystal grids to enhance your overall well-being.
Crystal Grids consist of crystals placed in concise, geometric shapes in order to affect the flow of energy for a specific purpose - and they're amazing! Knowing how to create a crystal grid so that it works for you is key to harnessing its healing power.
Are you familiar with how to use a crystal grid?
Basically, a crystal grid is a special arrangement of healing stones. It is used with intention to manifest a desired result. The properties of the stones used, combined with their arrangement in a sacred geometric configuration, creates a unique energy combination. This energy can be used to enhance your intention.
Using crystal grids is very powerful. It comb
19/07/2021 • 30 minutes 59 seconds
Crystal Controversy: Rough vs Tumbled Stones
When it comes to choosing stones, do you find yourself gravitating more towards rough ones or the tumbled sort? Do you think that one works better than the other or perhaps one has a stronger energy over the other? While you are the only one that knows which one works best for you, it’s interesting to hear what different experts have to say on the subject of rough vs. tumbled stones.
My own feeling in the rough vs tumbled stones debate has always been that rough stones have a more forceful presence than stones that have been tumbled or polished. I usually work with rough stones when an energetic breakthrough is needed.
People often ask me whether rough stones or tumbled stones are "better" or "most powerful". However, "more powerful" or "stronger" doesn't always equate to BETTER. Like anything else, it depends upon the person working with the crystals and the specific situation or scenario.
Tumbled stones or polished stones have a really subtle, gentle energy that
13/07/2021 • 20 minutes 31 seconds
Healing Properties of Petrified Wood: A Crystal for Grounding & Ancestor Connection
Petrified Wood is the name given to fossilized wood - any stone that has replaced organic wood material with a type of mineral (typically Agate or Opal).
A Crystal Message about the healing properties of Petrified Wood: "I invite the wisdom of my ancestors to help guide me for the highest good of my being."
Common Healing Properties of Petrified Wood:
Enhances grounding practices
Facilitates your connection with the natural world (especially to dryads, tree spirits, & the faery realm)
Helps you access ancient wisdom and ancestor guidance
Encourages you to take responsibility for your own energy
Increases protection
Helps you get focused and set a balanced pace for your day
Instills patience
Promotes creative problem-solving skills
Encourages positive transformation
Assists with past life work
Strengthens your willpower
Colors: Opaque, multi-color bands and rings ranging from black to dark brown and tan, and even cream, orange, and r
05/07/2021 • 22 minutes 44 seconds
Healing Properties of Green Aventurine: A Crystal for Wealth & Good Luck
Green Aventurine is a variety of massive quartz with Mica inclusions that add a bit of sparkle and magic to this stone.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Green Aventurine: "I welcome wealth and abundance into my life by consciously creating space for thoughts of prosperity."
Common Healing Properties of Green Aventurine:
Promotes healing of the physical body
Increases wealth and prosperity
Energetically protects gardens and homes
Encourages compassionate behavior
Stimulates willpower and confidence
Assists with past life work
Balances the mind, body, and spirit
Enhances creativity in artistic endeavors
Promotes inner peace and calming
Aids with emotional release
Encourages spiritual growth
Enhances inner-strength
Diminishes energetic blocks
Promotes love (for the self and for others)
Known for enhancing luck
Colors: Light or dark green with sparkly flecks
caused by Mica inclusio
29/06/2021 • 15 minutes 2 seconds
Are Your Crystals Ethical? An Interview with Nicholas Pearson
Hello, and welcome! I'm thrilled to be chatting, once again, with the amazing Nicholas Pearson, author of Crystal Basics - Crystal healing for the heart. He is also the author of so many other amazing Works. Nicholas, thank you so much for being here today to help as answer the question - are your crystals ethical?
Nicholas Pearson: It is my delight, my privilege, my pleasure. These are always my favorite conversations that I get to do. Thank you for having me back!
Ashley: Well, the reason we're chatting today, is that you and I were talking on Instagram the other day about ethically sourced minerals. This is something that I think has become of great importance in the collective mineral Community. We want to make sure that we're buying and sourcing gems ethically. Both as consumers, people who purchase crystals, as well as business owners who are selling crystals. So we were talking about a number of things, right? We discussed what actually makes something ethical and abo
08/06/2021 • 1 hour 10 minutes 55 seconds
Healing Properties of Cinnabar: A Crystal for Prosperity & Abundance
Cinnabar is a vibrant red, trigonal crystal often appearing on a matrix of Calcite or Dolomite.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Cinnabar: "I open myself to the universe's natural flow of prosperity and abundance."
Common Healing Properties of Cinnabar:
Stimulates vitality
Aids in manifesting prosperity and abundance
Helps you reap the rewards of careful planning
Increases motivation
Promotes beauty (inside & out!)
Enhances the energy in your environment or sacred space
Opens and protects your grounding energy center
Helps spice up your love life by promoting passion
Cinnabar Associations & Correspondences
Colors: Bright crimson red often in a matrix of white or off-white (appearing as flecks in tumbled stones)
Zodiac Signs: Aries, Leo
Elements: Fire, Earth
Companion Flowers: Clematis
Companion Essential Oil: Clove
Companion Stone: Shattuckite
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01/06/2021 • 31 minutes 51 seconds
Healing Properties of Rhodochrosite: A Crystal for Emotional Release
Rhodochrosite is an ore of manganese. It is an excellent stone for dismissing negativity, releasing our emotions, and restoring balance to the soul.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rhodochrosite: "I call forth my inner crystal healer and I go deeper with my crystals than ever before."
Common Healing Properties of Rhodochrosite:
Stimulates remembrance
Encourages you to rise to your full potential
Balances light and shadow
Opens the emotional center
Promotes deep, unconditional love
Helps you find inner peace
Encourages empathy and a compassionate attitude
Instills confidence
Provides comfort and support during difficult times
Helps you while you work to heal emotional pain
Smooths energy
Facilitates emotional balance
Colors: Pink & white lacy banding, to deep, translucent, gemmy magenta
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Cancer, Pisces
Elements: Earth, Fire
Companion Flowers: Stargazer Lily
17/05/2021 • 24 minutes 33 seconds
Healing Properties of Angel Aura Quartz: A Crystal for Angelic Connection
Angel Aura Quartz is a beautiful form of quartz with a thin metallic coating. It is perfect for encouraging spiritual experiences and for connecting with your angels or guides.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Angel Aura Quartz: "I invite my guides, ancestors, or angels into my life and kindly ask that they protect and guide me."
Common Healing Properties of Angel Aura Quartz:
Opens you up to divine knowledge
Stimulates deep spiritual experiences
Promotes successful meditation
Aids in establishing a connection to your ancestors, angels, or guides
Brings clarity into any situation as a source of support
Promotes feelings of safety and security
Enhances Lovingkindness and compassion
Facilitates peace and calming
Helps mend broken relationships (romantic relationships, family relationships, or friendships)
Encourages forgiveness of oneself or of others
Colors: Translucent to opaque crystals with an iridescent-rainbow s
11/05/2021 • 25 minutes 22 seconds
Healing Properties of Blue Chalcedony: A Crystal for Soothing & Support
Blue Chalcedony is a periwinkle blue, cryptocrystalline variety of Quartz known for its soothing influence and ability to enhance joy.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Chalcedony: "I find peace in my environment, and more importantly, within myself."
Common Healing Properties of Blue Chalcedony:
Enhances group cooperation and communication
Helps you speak up when it's difficult, but necessary for the highest good of all
Facilitates the creation of a soothing environment
Transforms "negative" energy into positive energy (energy that's for your highest good)
Brings a sense of balance to the mind, body, and spirit
Enhances generosity (of yourself or of others)
Brings joy to any situation
Increases self-confidence
Enhances enthusiasm
Stifles bad dreams and promotes restful sleep
Overcomes you in working through emotional wounds
Colors: Translucent, cornflower to sky blue
Zodiac Signs: Aquarius, Pisces, Libra
07/04/2021 • 14 minutes 47 seconds
A Crystal Layout for Shielding Your Energy Body
Keeping yourself protected is an important part of health and wellness. Setting energetic boundaries is an important part of this work - and crystals can help to energetically support you during this process.
This crystal layout for shielding your energy body can help to protect you from the energy of others or from outside energies in your environment. When you work preventatively to stay protected, you keep yourself from being depleted and you’re better able to stay in balance and alignment.
Remove Outside Energies from Your Aura:
Start creating this crystal layout for shielding by placing a vertical line of four Smoky Quartz crystals on either side of the body. There should be a total of eight stones placed in two separate lines. These crystals help to energetically dissolve any outside energy or psychic debris that has accumulated in your field. By removing this energy, you’re bringing your own energy back into balance. This way, you’re better able to deal with new in
29/03/2021 • 18 minutes 52 seconds
Healing Properties of Azurite: A Crystal for Spiritual Growth & Exploration
Azurite is a deep indigo blue, monoclinic mineral that's best known for its connection with intuition and psychic awareness.
A Crystal Affirmation for Azurite: "I accept and trust my inner guidance and embrace my intuition and psychic skills."
Common Healing Properties of Azurite:
Enhances a connection with the Earth
Facilitates the growth of your nurturing qualities
Enhances psychic vision and mystical experience
Offers energetic protection during astral travel
Aids in acceptance of your natural intuitive gifts
Promotes truth
Encourages personal growth
Enhances cosmic connection
Useful for honing your psychic skills
Helps you deepen meditative states
Encourages you to find stillness in the present moment
Join me as I discuss the Properties, Lore, & Meaning of Azurite!
Healing Properties of Azurite: Associations & Correspondences
Colors: Deep indigo blue
Zodiac Signs: Pisces, Aquarius, Gemini
Elements: Wate
24/03/2021 • 42 minutes 5 seconds
Ostara & the Wheel of the Year
One way that I like to connect with the seasons and cycles of the earth is by tuning into The Wheel of the Year. This is a relatively new practice for me, but I'm finding the journey into exploring this way of being in flow with the seasons to be an enjoyable one!
Read on to discover how you can connect more deeply with the earth's natural cycles in your spiritual practice...
The Wheel of the Year can help you tune into natural cycles (similar to the Lunar Phases - but on an annual scale rather than just monthly) and helps you internalize these outward changes in nature as reflections of the growth and evolution you experience in your own life. Living in harmony with the seasons and the ebb and flow of nature helps you to lead a more soulful life and to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself on a soul level. The Wheel of the Year helps you recognize who you are and your role in the world around you.
So what is the Wheel of the Year?
Separated into 8 main holidays, the
16/03/2021 • 33 minutes 29 seconds
Healing Properties of Rainforest Jasper: A Crystal for Love & Earth Connection
Rainforest Jasper is actually a form of Rhyolite that gets its name from the gorgeous greens and brown patterns that look like a jungle canopy.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rainforest Jasper:
"I am gently grounded as I listen to the whispers of the earth and connect to the energy of my crystals."
Common Healing Properties of Rainforest Jasper:
Promotes a connection with nature
Enhances a “green thumb” and expands your knowledge of the plant kingdom (especially of herbalism)
Instills respect for all living things
Connects you with Gaia (the Earth Mother)
Stimulates creativity
Enhances love and trust in a relationship
Colors: Mottled spots of clear, brown, gold, and orange on a base of olive green
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn, Pisces
Elements: Earth
Companion Flowers: Trillium
Companion Essential Oil: Oregano
Companion Stone: Orange Aventurine
08/03/2021 • 24 minutes 15 seconds
A Crystal Grid Recipe for Wellness
Crystal grids are an amazing and effective way to work with crystal energy. Plus, they’re absolutely stunning to look at! You can use grids to create positive energy flows, for protection and to enhance your manifestation practice. You can even create a crystal grid for wellness and health, which is what you’ll learn to create in today’s blog and podcast!
This grid recipe for wellness is from my book, Crystals for Energy Healing, and can be used to energetically support your health and wellness.
Creating Your Crystal Grid for Wellness
Begin by gathering your supplies and making sure that all of your crystals have been cleansed. Create an intention statement for your grid such as, “My body is healthy and well.” Your intention may be general if you’d just like to focus on overall wellness. You may also get as specific as you like to your idea of wellness when crafting your intention statement.
Your Crystal Grid for Wellness Supplies:
One Emerald stone (or a green stone c
09/02/2021 • 20 minutes 2 seconds
A Distance Healing Crystal Layout for Energetic Wellbeing
Keeping the energy body healthy and in balance is important and incorporating crystal healing layouts for energetic support can be very supportive for energetic wellness.
Performing a layout for yourself can be a bit challenging. I’m talking reaching far, struggling with flexibility, and having all your crystals roll away when you try to place the next ones. Don’t fret! You can still make even a complicated crystal layout work.
Did you know you can apply the principles of distance healing to a layout for yourself?
You just need a representation of you -- this could be a photograph or your name written on a piece of paper. Plus, a “stand-in” for your body, like a distance healing board or a drawing of the human body.
You can place your crystal layout for energetic wellbeing on this stand-in and intend to send healing to yourself. Or, you can use this same method for sending healing distantly to friends, family, or clients. It's kind of like working with a crystal grid
02/02/2021 • 26 minutes 51 seconds
Imbolc & the Wheel of the Year
As we approach Imbolc (here in the Northern Hemisphere), I’m reminded of all that the Wheel of the Year represents: the cycles of light and dark, and of the constant flow and unending cycle of all things from birth, growth, and death to rebirth.
One way that I like to connect with the seasons and cycles of the earth is by tuning into The Wheel of the Year.
The Wheel of the Year can help you tune into natural cycles (similar to the Lunar Phases - but on an annual scale rather than just monthly) and helps you internalize these outward changes in nature as reflections of the growth and evolution you experience in your own life. Living in harmony with the seasons and the ebb and flow of nature helps you to lead a more soulful life and to cultivate a deeper understanding of yourself on a soul level. The Wheel of the Year helps you recognize who you are and your role in the world around you.
Learn more about the Wheel of the Year and Imbolc in my latest podcast! Tune in here…
25/01/2021 • 1 hour 3 minutes 27 seconds
Healing Properties of Selenite: A Crystal for Cleansing & Purification
Today, we're exploring the Healing Properties of Selenite — a popular crystal that is primarily worked with for its cleansing and purification properties.
But there's also a new myth that's been floating around lately about Selenite, that I'd really like to address.
Listen in to my latest podcast now to find out more...
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Selenite:
"I am energy manifested in the physical realm. I embody peace and clarity in all I do."
Crystal Controversy: Is your Selenite fake? Watch my recent live video to find out!
A lot of people are claiming that the traditional Selenite that most of us are used to seeing (the white, striated form) is NOT true Selenite...
They're saying that this is actually a crystal FAKE. It's causing a lot of confusion amongst the global crystal community. So what's the truth?
I've received a ton of messages from my students asking for my thoughts on this controversial topic. So, if you're feeling confused (or eve
14/01/2021 • 33 minutes 34 seconds
What Poisonous Plants Can teach Us About Healing: An Interview with Kathryn Solie (Founder of Persephone’s Path)
Hello and welcome! Today, I am so excited and honored to be interviewing the amazing Kathryn Solie. Kathryn does a lot of amazing different work, but primarily she teaches some meditation classes and workshops on poisonous plants and plant medicines.
15/12/2020 • 32 minutes 53 seconds
Healing Properties of Carnelian: A Crystal for Creativity & Sexual Energy
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Carnelian: "I am motivated by divine purpose. I allow myself to tap into Universal creativity and feel it flow through me. If I remain focused, I will manifest my vision with ease."
07/12/2020 • 25 minutes 48 seconds
Card Reading from the Heart: An Interview with Dana Whitby (Host of the Soul Rising Podcast)
Hi everyone and welcome. Today, I have the pleasure of re-interviewing the amazing Dana Whitby about card reading. Dana has been on the podcast before so you can go back and check out that previous episode because she always has so much to share.
01/12/2020 • 36 minutes 48 seconds
Healing Properties of Red Jasper: A Crystal for Passion & Life Purpose
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Red Jasper: "I am fully in touch with my creative fire, my passion, and my purpose in life."
17/11/2020 • 23 minutes 48 seconds
Healing with Flower Essences: An Interview with Alena Hennessy (Author of The Healing Guide to Flower Essences)
Today I'm thrilled and super excited to be interviewing the amazing Alena Hennessy. Alena has released one of the most beautiful books I have read in a long time, the healing guide to flower essences.
07/11/2020 • 34 minutes 6 seconds
A Crystal Elixir Recipe for Shadow Work & How to Use It for Scrying Divination
Shadow work helps you gain an intimate understanding of your inner self. It’s the process of exploring the dark, interior realm of your subconscious mind to shine a light on the parts of yourself that are hidden within the Shadow Realm.
27/10/2020 • 24 minutes 55 seconds
5 Best Crystals for Shadow Work
We’re approaching Samhain - the time of year when the veil is the thinnest and when we move into the dark half of the year. This is a time for withdrawing inward.
19/10/2020 • 26 minutes 57 seconds
Clearing Cords with Crystal Energy: An Interview with Heather Askinosie & Timmi Jandro from Energy Muse
Today I'm so excited to get to be speaking with the amazing ladies at Energy Muse, Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro. So ladies, thank you so much for being here with us today.
13/10/2020 • 41 minutes 3 seconds
Crystals for the Virgo New Moon
Before we get into my 3 favorite crystals for the Virgo New Moon, I want to share a personal story with you about how I got started working with lunar energy and why it’s so important to me.
15/09/2020 • 36 minutes 36 seconds
Healing Properties of Shungite: A Crystal for Healing & Purification
Shungite is an amazing stone for healing and purification, but it’s controversial due to some of the claims made about its use. I was recently interviewed for an article at mindbodygreen about the properties and benefits of Shungite.
07/09/2020 • 31 minutes 57 seconds
Healing Properties of Blue Lace Agate: A Crystal for Happiness & Personal Growth
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Lace Agate: "I surround myself with people that support my happiness and personal growth."
31/08/2020 • 19 minutes 16 seconds
A Crystal Layout for Intuitive Guidance
Performing a crystal layout involves placing stones on and around your physical body to create a shift in your energy field. Crystal layouts can follow geometric patterns or may be done intuitively. The overall purpose is to direct the flow of energy from the stones to shift the energy within your body, mind, spirit, and life.
22/08/2020 • 15 minutes 23 seconds
Healing Properties of Orange Calcite: A Crystal for Motivation & Soul Purpose
A Crystal Message about the healing properties of Orange Calcite: "I embrace my motivation to walk my path and fulfil my soul purpose."
18/08/2020 • 17 minutes 33 seconds
Using Crystals to Learn About the Tarot Minor Arcana
This week, we’ll be diving into the remaining 56 cards in the Tarot deck, known as the Minor Arcana. These Minor cards add perspective to what is happening in your everyday life.
25/05/2020 • 25 minutes 12 seconds
Working with Crystals and the Major Arcana of the Tarot
Tarot cards are a popular method of divination used for receiving guidance and wisdom from the universe, but they can feel a little intimidating to a beginner (ok...let’s be real...they can feel a bit intimidating even to someone who’d been dabbling in Tarot for a while).
19/05/2020 • 21 minutes 21 seconds
Healing Properties of Orange Aventurine: A Crystal for Inner Reflection
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Orange Aventurine: "I take a sacred pause to release thoughts that weigh me down, making mental space for new clarity and inner guidance."
10/05/2020 • 14 minutes 57 seconds
Crystal Grid Recipe for Protection & Shielding
Most often when discussing crystals for protection, what comes to mind is carrying crystals with us or wearing them as jewelry. But did you know that you can also use a crystal grid recipe for protection?
05/05/2020 • 20 minutes 45 seconds
Healing Properties of Crazy Lace Agate: A Crystal for Removing Attachments
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Crazy Lace Agate: "I consciously let go of attachments and I immerse myself in the creative flow that surrounds me."
28/04/2020 • 16 minutes 39 seconds
Crystals for Karmic Healing: An Interview with Nicholas Pearson
Today, I am so excited to be interviewing once again, the amazing Nicholas Pearson. I'm talking to Nicholas today about a book we actually haven't gotten to discuss very much yet, "Crystals for Karmic Healing."
21/04/2020 • 23 minutes 3 seconds
Healing Properties of Iolite: A Crystal for Direction & Guidance
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Iolite: "I allow myself to be guided by the positive energies around me and within me."
12/04/2020 • 18 minutes 15 seconds
Crystal Grids for World Healing: Let’s Make #OneMillionCrystalGrids
These are unprecedented times, which have left many of us feeling helpless. It can be difficult trying to figure out what to make of the world health crisis that has been unfolding over the last several months.
07/04/2020 • 12 minutes 32 seconds
A Guided Crystal Meditation for Calm
I have found myself in a state of disbelief more than once over the last few weeks. Watching things unfold in the world, I have felt almost every emotion - frustration, disbelief, anxiety, shock, fear, hopelessness. But also acceptance, awe, gratitude, love, joy, compassion, and finally, calm.
When things feel out of control and chaos seems to be swirling around us, it can be so challenging to get to that place of calm.
It's important to acknowledge our emotions and allow ourselves to feel what we're feeling, but ultimately, we eventually need to find that place of center and balance in ourselves if we're going to make it through the rollercoaster of emotion that the current world health crisis is triggering in most of us.
So ... how do we find that calm place within ourselves?
Each of us likely has at least a few ways that we do this:
gardening
painting
writing in a journal
taking a hot bath
I personally really enjoy all of the above, but when I'm really
31/03/2020 • 10 minutes 29 seconds
Crystal Grid for Emotional Healing Recipe
The following crystal grid for emotional healing recipe is from my book Crystals for Energy Healing. When I was writing this book, it was SO important to me to include practical, everyday activities for working with crystals.
I thought about some of the most common questions I get from students in my Crystal Healing Certification Program. So often, my students ask about working with crystals for physical ailments. However, frequently physical issues actually have energetic and emotional roots. These also need to be addressed. Working on just the physical symptoms may make you feel better for a time, but that alone won't get to the core of the issue, clearing it out once and for all.
In my Crystal Healing Certification Program classes, we take a body, mind, spirit approach to healing with crystal energy. In fact, I have an entire lesson dedicated to emotional healing. I think it's so important (and is so often overlooked).
This crystal grid recipe can be used to create emotio
23/02/2020 • 27 minutes 16 seconds
Healing Properties of River Agate: A Crystal for the Water Element
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of River Agate: "I live in harmony with the element of water and allow it to guide my creative expression."
Common Healing Properties of River Agate:
Reduces negativity in your environment
Helps you find the humor in any situation
Enhances your intuitive abilities
Encourages you to go with the flow
Increases sexual energy
Promotes creativity and the expression of your emotions through creative endeavors
Assists you in recognizing your divine feminine power
Increases protective magic
Facilitates grounding
Enhances emotional stability
Harmonizes Yin & Yang
Enhances physical strength
Balances positive and negative energies and emotions
Assists you when you're working with universal energies and spirit guides (especially the water element and water spirits)
Colors: Swirly bands of red, orange, brown, yellow, and gray
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root), 2nd (Sacral)
17/02/2020 • 25 minutes 6 seconds
Healing Properties of Red Banded Agate: A Crystal for Creative Flow
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Red Banded Agate: "I go with the flow and am easily able to tap into the limitless energy of my creativity."
Common Healing Properties of Red Banded Agate:
Promotes physical grounding
Enhances your connection to the physical realm
Helps you draw what you need from the limitless Universal energy that surrounds you
Reduces negativity
Encourages creativity
Helps you appreciate your sense of humor
Allows you to go with the flow, even during difficult times
Enhances your divine feminine power
Promotes protection
Encourages stability
Harmonizes your Yin & Yang energies
Enhances physical strength
Balances positive and negative emotions
Assists you while you work with universal forces and energies in magic and ritual
Colors: Swirly, translucent bands of red-orange, gray, and white
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root), 2nd (Sacral)
Zodiac Signs: Sagittarius, Aries
12/01/2020 • 19 minutes 27 seconds
Sacred Self Care & Opening to Your Soul’s Calling: An Interview with Cristin Smith
Hi everyone, and welcome!
I am super excited today to
be interviewing the amazing
Cristin Smith at Saffron and
Sage about sacred self care and finding your soul's calling.
Ashley Leavy: So, Cristin, thank you so much for being here to talk about sacred self care and opening your soul's calling with us.
Cristin Smith: You're welcome. Thanks for having me!
Ashley: I'm really excited about this interview because I think your business is a little bit different to anything else that we've really featured on the podcast before. You have such an amazing combination of products and classes and events. It's really exciting for me to speak with someone who's also in the health and wellness industry. You do so much.
Would you mind taking a couple of minutes to introduce yourself to everyone and tell them a little bit about Saffron and Sage?
Cristin: Absolutely! So, I'm Cristin Smith. I am the founder and owner of Saffron and Sage. We are a holistic
06/01/2020 • 32 minutes 18 seconds
Healing Properties of Bumblebee Jasper: A Crystal for Happiness & Celebration
A Crystal Message about
the Healing Properties of Bumblebee Jasper: "I am filled with joy and I celebrate each moment with a fully open heart."
Common Healing Properties of Bumblebee Jasper:
Energizes you
Promotes complete happiness and joy
Encourages the celebration of life's small moments
Promotes honesty (especially with yourself)
Helps you achieve your dreams
Frees blocked energy from the body
Stimulates mental activity
Relieves symptoms of allergies
Facilitates triumph over the seemingly impossible
Colors: Swirls of yellow, bright orange, black, and gray
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root), 2nd (Sacral), 3rd (Solar Plexus)
Zodiac Signs: Leo, Sagittarius, Gemini
Elements: Earth, Fire
Companion Flowers: Marigold
Companion Essential Oil: Calendula
Companion Stone: Red Feldspar
Common Origins: Indonesia
Notes: This is a banded Calcite stone with tr
22/12/2019 • 16 minutes 8 seconds
Healing Properties of Snowflake Obsidian: A Crystal for Balance & Courage
A Crystal Message about
the healing properties of
Snowflake Obsidian: "I
create sacred space in my
home to recharge and
rejuvenate myself when
I'm feeling out of alignment."
Common Healing Properties of Snowflake Obsidian:
Protects you from negative energy by blocking it from entering your auric field
Reveals the truth in any situation
Exposes areas of oneself that need growth and development
Facilitates past life ascension and regression
Keeps you grounded and centered
Shields you from electromagnetic pollution
Banishes negative energy from your environment
Brings peace and calming
Encourages living in a virtuous manner
Encourages personal growth
Instills determination
Facilitates communication with one’s guides and angels
Increases courage
Stimulates intuition
Facilitates compassion
Reduces arthritis pain
Detoxifies the physical body
Helps you maintain proper circulation
Brings balance to the mind, bod
10/12/2019 • 21 minutes 24 seconds
Healing Properties of Blue Kyanite: A Crystal for Truth & Justice
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Kyanite: "I receive and acknowledge all life lessons and messages given to me from my spirit guides."
UPDATE: This article previously used the term “totem animals” to describe animal archetypes that may hold meaning for someone. Using this term is culturally appropriative (as this is a term rooted in Indigenous spiritual practice) in the context it was previously used, especially shared by the author here (who is white). This article has been updated to reflect this change.
Common Healing Properties of Blue Kyanite:
Spiritual guidance
To enhance your intuition
To promote peace and compassion
To stimulate creative energy
To aid in communication with your guides, animal archetypes, and angels
To enhance your personal exploration of your spiritual nature
Colors: Brilliant blue with darker blue streaks
Zodiac Signs: Sagittarius, Pisces, Cancer
Elements: Water, Air
25/11/2019 • 15 minutes 4 seconds
Healing Properties of Malachite: A Crystal for Protection & Health
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Malachite: "You are a child of the earth; wild, creative, and free."
Common Healing Properties of Malachite:
Amplifies energy and intention
Promotes grounding
Enhances protection
Blocks electromagnetic pollution
Encourages earth healing
Connects you with nature
Enhances spiritual guidance
Aids in your visualization practices
Activates psychic powers
Encourages unconditional love
Enhances scrying divination practices
Facilitates astral travel
Helps you access intuitive messages from the subconscious mind
Encourages positive changes in your life
Reveals obstacles on your spiritual path
Removes negative thought patterns and conditioning
Facilitates the positive expression of your emotions
Creates a shield of protection in love and affairs of the heart
Increases confidence
Encourages compassion
Enhances concentration
Heals the emotional body
10/11/2019 • 18 minutes 38 seconds
Creating ‘Cosmic Crystals’: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at My New Book
I'm so excited to introduce my new book, called "Cosmic Crystals: Rituals and Meditations for Connecting with Lunar Energy." This is my fifth or sixth book... I've kind of lost count by now! It's my second book being published with a large publisher. My other books before that were self-published.
So my first book was "Crystals for Energy Healing" and this book, "Cosmic Crystals", is quite different. My first book was really more of a guide book or reference book to a hundred different crystals and their healing properties. It also included some more introductory information and how to use crystals for grids, elixirs, meditations, and crystal layouts.
My latest book, on the other hand, was born out of my personal work with crystals and the moon.
So for me, I started working pretty intensely with the energy of the moon a few years ago. I've always felt so connected and so drawn to the moon and working with lunar energy, but this was intensified when I went through a pretty seri
04/11/2019 • 33 minutes 30 seconds
Waking the Witch: An Interview with Pam Grossman
I'm really excited today for this interview with Pam Grossman, who is the author of the book Waking the Witch: Reflections on Women, Magic, and Power. She's also the host of The Witch Wave Podcast - which if you are not familiar with, go over right now and check it out. You will not be disappointed.
Her writing has appeared in places like the New York Times, time.com, and HuffPost. Pretty much everywhere you can imagine. So I am so excited for this interview with Pam Grossman. Pam, thank you so much for being here with us today.
Pam Grossman: Thank you so much for having me. It's so nice to be here.
Ashley: As many of you listening know, I actually own a new age shop called Mimosa Books and Gifts in Madison, Wisconsin. We're always looking for great new books to carry in our store. Not long ago, when I came across Waking the Witch and read the description, I immediately fell in love. I really wanted to have this book on the shelves for our customers. Lo and behold,
21/10/2019 • 34 minutes 42 seconds
Crystal Layout for Emotional Healing
As I discuss in my book Crystals for Energy Healing, when it comes to your overall wellbeing, your emotional health is an integral part of keeping yourself balanced and aligned. Using a crystal layout is a great way to help you achieve emotional balance.
The following crystal layout heals emotional wounds and shields you from outside energy that's not for your highest good.
This layout includes:
7 Selenite crystals
2 Rhodochrosite crystals
4 Blue Lace Agate crystals
1 Cross Stone
When performing any layout, be sure that you're working with cleansed stones in a place you won't be disturbed. Your sacred space or healing room is great for this.
Start by placing the 7 Selenite stones around the entire physical body in the shape of a 7-pointed star with the top-most point directly above the head.
The human aura has 7 layers. Each of these points represents and connects with one of these auric layers. Since Selenite is a powerful energy cleanser, it helps to disso
10/09/2019 • 18 minutes 30 seconds
How I Went from a Crystal Lover to International Crystal Teacher
I get asked by people all the time, "How did Love and Light School get started?" "How is it that you do what you do?" Because I think it's still pretty surprising to a lot of people that you can have a job as a crystal healer. So today I wanted to share the story of how I went from just being a crystal lover to an international crystal teacher and best selling crystal author.
Listen to My Story Here...
If you had asked me 15 years ago if I thought being an international crystal teacher was possible for me, I don't think I could have even imagined it. I think a lot of people find themselves in this same situation. There is something that they feel called to do, but they just don't see the way ahead. When you can't see the path it doesn't feel like something is possible. It doesn't feel like it could be real because you can't see how to get there.
So today I'll be talking about my journey towards becoming a crystal healer. I get asked so often how I did it, so I thought it would b
02/09/2019 • 41 minutes 8 seconds
Crystal Grid for Intuition: A Crystal Grid Recipe for Intuitive Awakening
When it comes to opening up to your intuitive abilities, it’s natural to work with crystals as part of the process. But rather than simply wearing intuition stones as jewelry or carrying them with you for an intuitive boost, you can take things a step further by creating a powerful crystal grid!
This crystal grid for intuition opens your Third Eye center and encourages communication with your spirit guides and angels.
When creating a crystal grid, you should always start by setting an intention.
In this case, it should be something geared toward enhancing your intuitive gifts. If you have trouble creating an intention for yourself, you may use something like, “I feel my intuitive gifts awakening and I’m open to receiving intuitive guidance in all forms.”
This grid is created in the shape of an eye, to represent the Third Eye center.
Start by placing an Azurite crystal (corresponding to intuition and psychic skills) in the center of the grid.
The Azurite creates the p
27/08/2019 • 18 minutes 37 seconds
Healing Properties of Aqua Calcite: A Crystal for Calming the Emotions
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Aqua Calcite: "I'm calm, centered, and emotionally balanced. I release all emotions and negative cycles that no longer serve me."
Common Healing Properties of Aqua Calcite:
Heals the heart and encourages self-forgiveness & compassion
Purges negative or stagnant emotions & releases cycles of self-neglect
Promotes healthy habits & positive self-care rituals
Aids in communicating with higher beings
Facilitates a connection with ancient cultures (especially Atlantis and Lemuria)
Enhances soul mate connections
Connects you with your spirit guides & guardian angels, and spirit guides
Heals past life trauma
Encourages peace & calming and reduces anxiety & stress
Promotes spiritual growth & ascension
Facilitates karmic upliftment
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Colors: Aqua to green-blue; may be transparent or opaque and banded
Associated Chakras: 4th (Heart), 5th (Throat)
Zodiac Sign
22/07/2019 • 23 minutes 11 seconds
Follow Your Bliss: How to Embrace Your Creativity When You’re Multi-Passionate with D’Ana Joi
Hey, crystal lovers and welcome! I'm thrilled to be connecting with one of my favorite multi-passionate creatives. This is Joi from Joi-Knows-How.
We've been playing tag on Instagram for a little while, trying to bring you guys this interview and I'm so excited that we actually finally get to sit down and do this today. Joi, thank you so much for being here.
D’Ana Joi: My pleasure. I'm super excited. Thank you.
You're kind of known as the queen of helping people embrace their multi-passionate creativity.
Can you tell us about the work you do and how you inspire others to follow the path that you've created for yourself?
Joi: Sure, I love that. I gladly embrace that title. The Queen of Multi Passionate Creativity. I'm a person who has always had a lot of different creative outlets. From music to writing, photography and everything in between, and for a long time, it just held me back from ever pursuing anything with any level of seriousness because I felt like unti
10/07/2019 • 26 minutes 13 seconds
Healing Properties of Green Apatite: A Crystal for Connecting with Nature
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Green Apatite: "I am delighted by the world around me and take time to pause and appreciate nature."
Common Healing Properties of Green Apatite:
Disintegrates negative energy
Promotes physical healing
Opens the heart chakra after a traumatic situation or experience
Energizes the physical body
Nourishes the spirit
Increases energy and vitality
Aids in the assimilation of vitamins and nutrients (especially calcium and iron)
Balances the body, mind, and spirit
Encourages healthy weight loss
Eases thyroid problems
Promotes peace & tranquility
Enhances your powers of foresight
Stimulates precognitive dreams
Colors: Yellow-Green, transparent crystal.
Associated Chakras: 3rd (Solar Plexus), 4th (Heart)
Zodiac Signs: Virgo, Capricorn, Leo
Elements: Earth, Fire
Companion Flowers: Cushion Spurge
Companion Essential Oil: Lime
01/07/2019 • 16 minutes 16 seconds
Healing Properties of Angelite: A Crystal for Gratitude & Angelic Connection
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Angelite: "I greet the day with a heart full of gratitude."
Common Healing Properties of Angelite:
Promotes feelings of peace & goodwill toward all beings
Enhances connection & communication with the Angelic Realm
Stimulates telepathic abilities
Facilitates grounding during meditation
Helps you to voice your inner truth
Increases your comprehension of astrology
Promotes Thyroid balance
Assists with weight control
Promotes cooling of the body and the emotions
Facilitates astral travel and shamanic journeying
Increases your awareness of your ego consciousness
Protects you from negative energies
Promotes peace and tranquility
Instills feelings of compassion (both toward and from others)
Helps starseeds and other light beings to accept their lives on the earth plane
Promotes spiritual inspiration
Enhances the ability to channel
Helps you to control your body weight
Removes
23/05/2019 • 26 minutes 35 seconds
Healing Properties of Septarian Nodule: A Crystal for Calming & Tranquility
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Septarian Nodule: "I am grounded, safe, and balanced and I'm ready to create positive change in my life."
Common Healing Properties of Septarian Nodule:
Promotes bravery and courage
Balances and calms fiery attitudes (anger, frustration, etc.)
Facilitates grounding
Connects you with the energies of the fire element
Helps you learn the value and importance self-control
Stabilizes the emotional body
Aid in transformation (physical, emotional, and spiritual)
Helps you to become well-rounded
Assists you in releasing the fear of water or drowning
Enhances self-confidence
Lets your inner light shine through to be seen by others
Aids in disorders of the digestive system
Increases joy and happiness
Increases prosperity and abundance
Stabilizes the emotional body
Enhances “attitude of gratitude”
Promotes communication with your inner-self
Encourages a playful relationship with your inne
15/05/2019 • 20 minutes 5 seconds
Healing Properties of Unakite: A Crystal for Balance & Heart Healing
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Unakite: "I enjoy self-care time regularly to keep myself feeling balanced and whole."
Common Healing Properties of Unakite:
Creates emotional balance
Stimulates compassion and empathy
Encourages gratitude
Promotes spiritual ascension
Helps you establish a connection with nature (especially with the plant kingdom)
Balances chakra energy
Creates a connection to the divine feminine
Instills determination
Facilitates feelings of love and friendship
Disintegrates negative energy and replaces it with positive energy
Aids in removing energetic contributors to associated with neurological disorders
Helps to calm the nervous system (especially when you're experiencing anxiety or a great deal of stress)
Colors: Green mottled with peachy-orange
Associated Chakras: Root Chakra, Sacral Chakra, Heart Chakra
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Elements:
23/04/2019 • 15 minutes 12 seconds
How to Choose Your Own Crystal
There are many different ways to choose crystals. It can be as simple as choosing one randomly from a bowl of mixed crystals, or you could even use a pendulum or another dowsing tool. However, the most important part of choosing a crystal is that you feel drawn to it, or a connection to it.
This is a guest post by Cindy Bourgoin of Carnelia Stones & Crystals.
There is a sense of empowerment that comes from choosing your own crystal. When clients come into the shop, I am more than happy to narrow down the selection for them, as it can be a bit overwhelming to choose from so many different types. However, I always let the client make the final choice. In making that choice, the client is taking their power rather than giving it away to someone by letting them choose the crystal for them.
By choosing your own crystal, you are giving your Spirit a voice and trusting your intuition.
The more you do that, the easier it becomes for you to continue trusting yourself with life choices and
16/04/2019 • 15 minutes 38 seconds
Healing Properties of Ametrine: A Crystal for Knowledge & Connection
Also known as Bolivianite, Trystine, Amethyst-Citrine, or as Citrine-Amethyst. This stone is a combination of Amethyst and Citrine found in the same stone.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Ametrine: "Allow yourself to be playful, open-minded, and curious as you explore the mineral kingdom on this amazing crystal journey!"
Common Healing Properties of Ametrine:
Enhances lucidity
Aids in decision-making
Increases knowledge and wisdom
Protects you against outside energies
Enhances motivation & creativity
Promotes positive dreams and aids in their interpretation
Assists with emotional balance
Aids in receiving and interpreting Divine guidance
Helps you become open to your intuition and psychic abilities
Enhances meditation & facilitates a connection with the spirit
Helps you to manifest abundance, wealth, and prosperity
Encourages sharing
Promotes happiness and joy
Encourages a positive attitude
Enhances concent
09/04/2019 • 23 minutes 19 seconds
Crystals for Travel & More: An Interview with Philip Permutt
Hi crystal lovers, this week I'm so excited to be here with The Crystal Healer, Philip Permutt, author of the Crystal Healer series of Books.
Disclosure: The link for this book is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Yay!
Ashley Leavy: Hello and welcome crystal lovers. Today I am interviewing the amazing Philip Permutt, of course, the crystal healer, as many of you know him by. I am Ashley Leavy of the Love and Light School of Crystal Therapy. Philip, I am so excited to be here at the Tucson Gem Show with you.
Philip Permutt: It’s absolutely lovely. I love it every year, yeah. Wonderful.
Ashley: Yeah, it's a great experience, and you've brought some things to share with us that I'm really excited about. So, today we're going to be talking a little bit about a special stone that you found, and that, kind of, works a little differently than most crystals.
Philip: Yes, this is--
Ashley: Thank y
27/03/2019 • 29 minutes 36 seconds
Crystals for Energy Clearing & Alignment: An Interview with Heather Askinosie of Energy Muse
Hi crystal lovers, this week I'm so excited to be here with the amazing Heather Askinosie of Energy Muse and co-author of Crystal Muse. So, thank you so much for being here with me.
Heather Askinosie: Thank you for having me. I love coming and talking about crystals.
Ashley: Well, it's our pleasure to have you. And you know, a lot of people are getting more and more into crystals now. But it just seems like sometimes people feel a little overwhelmed by all the different things that they can do with them. And one thing that I love about your book, the Crystal Muse, is that you make working with crystals so accessible.
Heather: Well, thank you.
Ashley: Yes. I mean, you make it something that anyone can do. It's not intimidating, you give great instructions. It's like my go-to reference now, and a book I always recommend to our students. There are some things that you talk about in there that I think are so important for keeping your energy body aligned and keeping
26/02/2019 • 13 minutes 42 seconds
Healing Properties of Brown Aragonite: A Crystal for Multi-Tasking
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Brown Aragonite: "I am a master multitasker and I clearly see the best way forward."
Common Healing Properties of Brown Aragonite:
Helps you to solve your problems by enhancing your multi-tasking abilities and encourages you to consider many different options at once
Assists you in releasing the fear of water or drowning
Aids in personal growth and transformation (physical, emotional, and spiritual)
Helps you to become a more well-rounded person
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Colors: Peachy brown to earthy, red-brown
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root), 2nd (Sacral)
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn
Elements: Earth
Companion Flowers: Pincushion Flower
Companion Essential Oil: Cassia
Companion Stone: Hematite
Common Origins: Morocco, Spain, Peru
Notes: Also known as Iron Bloom. Aragonite comes in a variety of formations and colors incl
19/02/2019 • 7 minutes 51 seconds
Celebs Who Love Crystals (& the time Robert Downey Jr. visited my crystal shop)
Yes...you totally read that right. Once, a few summers ago, Robert Downey Jr. (known most recently for his roles as Iron Man and Sherlock Holmes, although he’s had an enduring acting career) visited my crystal shop, Mimosa Books & Gifts.
The visit was a little bittersweet for me personally, as I wasn’t there that day. However, I heard all about it from my swooning staff members. When I heard, I was absolutely thrilled that he stopped in during a visit to Madison, Wisconsin.
My staff tells me he stocked up on incense and essential oils, was super polite and friendly, and then went on his way (but not before my husband, a HUGE Iron Man fan, got to briefly chat with him about his role in Marvel’s Civil War movie). And in case you were wondering, my staff assures me he’s even more attractive in real life. ;)
However, RDJ isn’t the only celeb that is into crystals. Other Hollywood stars are working with the healing energy of crystals too. In this week’s blog, a guest post by Cr
12/02/2019 • 5 minutes 34 seconds
Healing Properties of Himalayan Salt: A Crystal for Cleansing & Purification
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Himalayan Salt: "Release that which is not serving your physical body. Cleanse your energy field by removing energetic debris that is dulling your light."
Common Healing Properties of Himalayan Salt:
Removes psychic debris from your energy body
Assists you in releasing that which no longer serves you
Promotes general cleansing and purification
Enhances feelings of peace and calming
Increases feelings of happiness
Encourages rest and relaxation
Colors: pale peach to deep orange
Associated Chakras: All
Zodiac Signs: Aquarius, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio
Elements: Earth, Fire
Companion Flowers: Falling Stars
Companion Essential Oil: Bay Laurel
Companion Stone: Blue Hemimorphite
Common Origins: Himalayan Mountain region of Pakistan
Notes: A form of Halite (Rock Salt). The health benefits of Himalayan Salt are hotly deba
04/02/2019 • 11 minutes 10 seconds
Connecting with Nature & Lunar Energy: An Interview with Nicolette Sowder from Wilder Child
Hi everyone! This week I am so thrilled to be interviewing Nicolette Sowder from Wilder Child. If you don't know Nicolette, you really should get familiar with her and her community...
Nicolette leads an amazing community for those who are really passionate about raising a wilder child and getting back to nature with their children.
So Nicolette, hi! And thank you so much for being here.
Nicolette Sowder: Hi, thank you so much for having me on, I'm so excited.
Ashley: So, Nicolette...
Could you start by telling our listeners a little bit about yourself and your mission and how you got started with Wilder Child?
Nicolette: Sure, so right now, I live with my husband and my two little girls and we're wild schooling on sixty acres in Michigan. We actually run a pastured farm, but we weren't always here. We were on a trip five and a half years ago... the time's gone so fast... but so much has been packed into such a small amount of time. So we moved from Northwest India
30/01/2019 • 32 minutes 45 seconds
Crystals for Connecting with Your Angels: An Interview with Melanie Beckler
Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Melanie Beckler. She's the founder of the popular site, ask-angels.com, as well as the author of Let your Light Shine, Angel Messages, Ascension Angel Messages, and Experience Angels. I'm sure you're probably familiar with at least one of those wonderful titles.
Melanie's an angel channel, a light being, and a volunteer soul here to serve in elevating the vibration of the collective consciousness on earth. She's an internationally acclaimed author, ascension guide and clear channel of the light who's passionate about sharing the empowering messages and the elevated frequencies of the archangels and spirit guides. Her work revolves around helping others to remember the truth of their magnificent light and infinite personal power they carry within their open heart. Melanie, I am so excited to have you today. Thank you so much for joining us.
Melanie Beckler: Absolutely. Thank you. I'm excited to get to talk with you today.
Ashley: So,
22/01/2019 • 27 minutes 53 seconds
Healing Properties of Gaia Stone: A Crystal for Goddess Energy
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Gaia Stone: "You are grounded, centered, and nurtured by the spirit of the earth."
Common Healing Properties of Gaia Stone:
Enhances your connection with nature and with Mother Earth herself
Encourages love and compassion for all beings
Enhances all earth healing practices
Facilitates communication with beings of the animal and plant realms
Opens your heart and mind to the importance of environmental activism
Encourages you to “think globally and act locally”
Promotes harmony and balance for the good of all beings in the universe
Enhances grounding and centering practices
Nurtures you with the support of loving, earth energy
Colors: bright green
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root), 4th (Heart)
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Virgo, Libra
Elements: Earth, Fire
Companion Flowers: Goat's Beard
Companion Essential Oil: Fennel
Companion Stone: Lav
07/01/2019 • 9 minutes 40 seconds
Top 5 Quick Fix Ways to Use Crystals for the New Year
It’s a common practice to make a resolution to better yourself each time the new year rolls around, but it’s even more common that after a couple of weeks into the new year, those resolutions get tossed aside and forgotten - just like the previous year. Would you like to try something new this year? Something that will change your life right away so that you’ll actually want to stick with it? Make a resolution to clear and balance every aspect of your life, and it will result in a year you won’t want to forget.
It's a new year! And many would have you think this means it's time for a new you. But... what if instead of a new you, you just gave the old you a little helping hand?
Here are the top 5 quick-fix ways to use crystals for the new year to help you get clear, cleansed, healthy, & balanced:
#1 - Clear Out Last Year's Energy to Make Room for Shiny, New Year's Energy
We all do it... I do it, and you do it. You carry things from your past into the future. Sometimes these things
02/01/2019 • 12 minutes 19 seconds
Healing Properties of Cavansite: A Crystal for Spiritual Direction
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Cavansite: "Speak your innermost spiritual truth with pride and follow your soul path without fear."
Common Healing Properties of Cavansite:
Facilitates deep emotional healing
Connects you with the energies of the sea and the water element
Enhances your ability to express love by means of creative endeavors
Stimulates compassion
Creates a gentle and nurturing attitude
Clears and balances your chakra system
Encourages you to follow your soul path
Enhances clarity, especially relating to spirituality
Promotes clear and positive communication
Supports you when you feel insecure or ridiculed by others
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Color: Brilliant cerulean blue
Associated Chakras: 4th (Heart), 5th (Throat)
Zodiac Signs: Cancer, Aquarius, Gemini
Elements: Water, Air
Companion Flowers: Blue Eyed Grass
Companion Essential Oil: Jasmine
18/12/2018 • 11 minutes 58 seconds
Stones of the Goddess: An Interview with Nicholas Pearson
Hi everyone and welcome! Today I am excited to be conversing yet again with the amazing Nicholas Pearson, who has been immersed in all aspects of the mineral kingdom for more than 20 years.
Disclosure: Some of the links here are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Yay!
You may not know this but Nicholas actually began teaching crystal workshops while he was in high school. He later began studying mineral science, and then went on to teach crystal and Reiki classes throughout the United States.
Nicholas is the author of The Seven Archetypal Stones, Crystals for Karmic Healing, Crystal Healing for the Heart and Foundations of Reiki Ryoho.
Disclosure: Some of the links here are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Yay!
You might be familiar with some or even all of those titles. He is one of my very favorite authors who writes on crystals. Excitingly, he is also rel
12/12/2018 • 29 minutes 18 seconds
Healing Properties of Lepidolite: A Crystal for Emotional Stability
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Lepidolite: "You are surrounded by an ocean of calm. Lose yourself in the tranquility of this moment."
Common Healing Properties of Lepidolite:
Promotes balance
Instills feelings of compassion
Relieves anxiety (especially when paired with Aquamarine)
Enhances peace, calming, and tranquility during stressful times
Aids in encouraging forgiveness
Reduces the effects of EMFs
Encourages harmonious relationships
Promotes feelings of comfort and safety
Encourage new friendships to blossom
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Colors: Pearlescent lilac to lavender to pink, often with sparkly flecks
Associated Chakras: 4th (Heart), 6th (Third Eye), 7th (Crown)
Zodiac Signs: Cancer, Gemini, Virgo
Elements: Earth, Air
Companion Flowers: Coral Bells
Companion Essential Oil: Violet
Companion Stone: Pink Tourmaline
Common Origins: Brazil, Cal
02/12/2018 • 11 minutes 54 seconds
Why is Crystal Healing so Trendy Right Now?
Does it seem like crystals have just popped up everywhere? It’s like this new trend is suddenly coming out of the woodwork and showing up in mainstream places in the form of bookends or as cool prints on graphic tees. So what’s with the obsession?
A guest post by Love & Light student Sarah Balmer of Sarah Belle.
For starters, our thoughts – yours and mine – add to the collective consciousness, the one mind.
Over time, more and more souls are waking up to the truth. Old ideas are entering minds for the first time, gradually increasing in number to a point of reaching critical mass. This is when it starts to become more mainstream. Suddenly everyone is becoming familiar with it and talking about it - they're curious about it. On the other hand, some are still rejecting these things, safely marching to the beat of the old paradigm.
With more and more souls waking up, it is ushering in an era of new, but old, holistic tools and modalities of healing. They have been there all along,
28/11/2018 • 9 minutes 33 seconds
How & Why to Use Crystal Oracle Cards + the BEST Crystals for Card Readings
Have you ever had one of those days (or weeks!) where you’re feeling totally overwhelmed? When this happens, you may feel scattered, lacking your usual confidence, or just plain stuck. So how do you move beyond it? With a little guidance from the Universe, of course!
UPDATE: This article previously mentioned White Sage and Palo Santo among the recommended methods for cleansing your stones. Smoke cleansing using these materials is culturally appropriative in the context it was previously described, especially shared by the author here (who is white). This article has been updated to reflect this change. Further, the term "smudging" has been updated to "smoke cleansing," since the term smudging was incorrectly applied to the act of cleansing crystals without the cultural context and deeper meaning connected with the act of smudging by Indigenous people.
Crystal oracle cards are one of the quickest and easiest ways to tap into your intuition and call forth just the message you n
16/10/2018 • 13 minutes 48 seconds
Healing Properties of Charoite: A Crystal for Working with the Past
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Charoite: "Get lost in a state of divine bliss."
Common Healing Properties of Charoite:
Aids you on your path of spiritual service
Stimulates your creative energies
Promotes inner reflection
Encourages you to have a positive attitude
Facilitates protection
Promotes compassion and empathy
Prompts mystical experiences
Aids in spiritual healing
Enhances experiences during shamanic journeying
Facilitates communication with members of the fairy realm
Increases the power of H.A.D.O or water-crystal healing
Cleanses your emotional and psychic bodies
Encourages deeper states of meditation
Induces a feeling of peace and tranquility
Colors: Pearlescent purple swirled with lavender and violet. Sometimes includes translucent milky patches or black streaks.
Associated Chakras: 6th (Third Eye), 7th (Crown)
Zodiac Signs: Sagittarius, Pisces
Elemen
09/10/2018 • 9 minutes 4 seconds
Self-Care Rituals: An Interview with Emma Loewe and Lindsay Kellner from Mind Body Green
I am so excited today to be interviewing Emma Loewe and Lindsay Kellner. They are co-authors of the book 'The Spirit Almanac: A Modern Guide to Ancient Self-Care.' I am so excited for the release of this book. It's something that really speaks to my soul.
Ashley: As many of you know, I'm a huge advocate for self-care. This is something that's so important in our lives and that not many of us really take the time to do like we should in modern times. So, I want you to take some time to sit back and listen to this interview. Take it all in because I know that these amazing ladies will be sharing some phenomenal advice with all of you. So Emma and Lindsay, thank you so much for being here today.
Lindsay Kellner: No, thank you for having us, we're so excited!
Ashley: Well, I am really grateful that you wrote this book because I think it is so needed in the world. I'm also just grateful that you are taking time to be here and share it with everyone.
Would you mind telling us a
02/10/2018 • 31 minutes 21 seconds
Healing Properties of Black Tourmaline: A Crystal for Protection & Removing Negativity
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Black Tourmaline: "You are energetically safe, secure, and protected."
Common Healing Properties of Black Tourmaline:
Protects you against electromagnetic pollution and negative energy
Enhances grounding
Increases your physical energy
Banishes negativity and negative thoughts
Enhances positive thinking and creativity
Reduces geopathic stress
Strengthens the immune system
Cleanses the physical and ethereal bodies
Aids in decreasing arthritis pain
Relieves anxiety by keeping you mindful of the present moment
Colors: Solid Black.
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root)
Zodiac Signs: Scorpio, Libra, Capricorn
Elements: Earth
Companion Flowers: Toad Lily
Companion Essential Oil: Ginger
Companion Stone: Selenite
Common Origins: Brazil, China
Notes: Also known as Schorl or as Aphrizite. Often found with Qu
23/09/2018 • 7 minutes 54 seconds
Increase Your Energy with Healing Crystals
Whether it’s a post-lunchtime slump, an early-evening stupor, or the inability to drag ourselves out of bed in the morning due to intense lethargy, we all have times when we feel absolutely exhausted. But did you know we can fight against fatigue by using crystals for increasing energy?
Guest post by CrystalAge.com
Much has been written about certain ‘superfoods’ that can help us combat lapses of energy and bouts of tiredness. Comparatively, less has been written about the effectiveness of crystals for increasing energy and fighting fatigue. Take a look at the following ten crystals that have proven to be potent assets in uplifting energy and spirits.
Top 10 crystals for increasing energy:
Green Tourmaline:
Green Tourmaline crystals are said to boost power. With their rich green hue, tourmaline is a popular gemstone in the making of jewellery. As well as looking unduly beautiful, tourmaline is said to be a potent energy provider. Its healing properties help dispel toxins f
18/09/2018 • 6 minutes 38 seconds
Crystals & Astrology for Finding Your Soul’s Calling (An Interview with Natalie Walstein)
Hello and welcome! In this interview, I am so excited to be interviewing the amazing Natalie Walstein of Soulshine Astrology. We're talking all about Natalie's journey, and how you can use Astrology to find your soul's calling, just like she did.
Ashley: Natalie, thank you so much for being here with me.
Natalie Walstein: Thank you so much for having me.
Ashley: I've been following you for quite a while now, and I just love everything you're doing.
For those who may not be familiar with your work, would you mind telling our listeners a little bit about yourself and how you got started working in Astrology?
Natalie: I'm a Career Astrologer at Soulshine Astrology. Basically, what I do is combine career coaching with astrological wisdom, which I get from your Astrology chart. This is basically a map of where the stars were at the exact time, date and location of your birth.
I got started with this from looking at my own Astrology chart. At one point I literally had no
04/09/2018 • 13 minutes 25 seconds
Crystals for Working with the Divine Feminine (An Interview with Emma Mildon)
Today, I am really excited to be interviewing the amazing Emma Mildon. Emma is a millennial mystic, charged with creating a movement of conscious action in the world. She's the author of "The Soul Searcher's Handbook" and "Evolution of Goddess" and she is one of my favorite people to talk to. So, Emma thank you so much for being here today.
Emma Mildon: I love our chats so much! I'm always so excited because something always bubbles to the surface, so I'm so excited to talk to you again.
Ashley: And for those who may not be familiar with you and your work yet...
Can you tell us a little bit about yourself, your mission and how you got started with all the amazing things that you're doing?
Emma: Yeah, of course. So I really started out, spirituality, totally selfishly. I was just wanting to expand and explore it for me. So I'm being totally honest - It was a me, me, me spiritual mission. I did the yoga, I did the meditation, I explored the crystals and then I started trav
28/08/2018 • 17 minutes 20 seconds
The Best Crystals to Use During a Tarot Card Reading (An Interview with Brigit Esselmont of Biddy Tarot)
Today I am so excited to be interviewing the amazing Brigit Esselmont of Biddy Tarot. Brigit helps people live more mindful and enlightened lives using tarot cards as a guide. She's also the creator of the Everyday Tarot, which will be available very, very soon. You can pre-order it right now on Amazon and pretty much everywhere books are sold.
Brigit, thank you so much for being here with us today.
Brigit Esselmont: It's my pleasure. I'm excited to be here!
Ashley: Would you mind if we kind of just dive in right in and tell everyone who's listening a little bit about yourself, your mission, and how you got started with tarot in your life?
Brigit: Yeah, absolutely. So I started reading tarot over 20 years ago. It's kind of freaky. I was really drawn to the tarot because it's such a rich spiritual tool. It's something that can connect us to our intuition, our own sense of pure energy, and our source energy as well.
It's interesting though, when I first started to read tar
22/08/2018 • 18 minutes 31 seconds
Boosting Your Self-Confidence with Crystals
Confidence seems to be something we all struggle with at one time or another in our lives. Whether it’s a fear of public speaking, body image issues, relationship insecurities, or something else, a little confidence boost can certainly go a long way toward improving our lives.
Using healing crystals for self-confidence is a simple but effective way to help you shift your mindset. It can take you from one of worry, fear, or insecurity to pure confidence. A few of my favorite crystals for self-confidence are: Citrine, Golden Tiger’s Eye, Pyrite (also known as Fool’s Gold), and Clear Quartz.
Citrine is the perfect crystal companion to help you work through fears, hesitations, or blocks that leave you feeling less than confident in life.
This stone will help you embrace your strengths in order to create the success you deserve in life. Citrine is an intensely confidence-boosting crystal. These stones are also known for their ability to instill an abundance of confidence. Especia
07/08/2018 • 13 minutes 2 seconds
Healing Properties of Tourmalinated Quartz: A Crystal for Grounding & Balance
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Tourmalinated Quartz: "It's time to cut through obstacles that have previously stopped you from achieving your goals - consciously choose change."
Common Healing Properties of Tourmalinated Quartz:
Promotes grounding
Protects you against negative energies (amplifies protection)
Helps you to release stress and promote peace and calming
Cleanses and balances your mind, body, and spirit
Aid in promoting self-love and self-acceptance
Encourages physical healing
Balances the energies of the subtle body (chakras, kundalini, meridians, etc.)
Colors: Milky white to clear with black needle-like crystals throughout.
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root) or 7th (Crown)
Zodiac Signs: Scorpio, Libra, Capricorn
Elements: Earth
Companion Flowers: Crocosmia (Falling Stars Flower)
Companion Essential Oil: Pinion Pine
Companion Stone: Phosphoside
31/07/2018 • 8 minutes 28 seconds
Crystals & Nature: An Interview with Adam Barralet
Hi, everyone and crystal blessings. Today, I am so excited to be interviewing the amazing Adam Barralet. Adam is someone that I’ve been following for quite some time. If you’re not familiar with him, you may actually know him and not even realize it from his amazing YouTube channel where he talks all about healing crystals.
Ashley Leavy: So Adam, thank you so much for being here.
Would you mind introducing yourself and telling us a little bit about how you got started working with crystals?
Adam: First of all, thank you very much for having me today. I’m really blessed to be in a chat with you all, your fans, your following and your circle. So my journey began with crystals over 20 years ago now. I walked into a crystal shop and I bought myself a little Amethyst. I went home and I read all about the magic and the mysticism of that crystal on the little bit of pamphlet they gave me. The next week, I’m back in that crystal shop and I bought another one, and then another one, and
25/07/2018 • 30 minutes 23 seconds
Healing Properties of Black Obsidian: A Crystal for Personal Growth
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Black Obsidian: "Consciously tap into your divine wisdom and knowledge and embrace your intuition and inner knowing."
Common Healing Properties of Black Obsidian:
Promotes energetic protection
Reveals the truth in any situation
Exposes areas of yourself that need growth and development
Facilitates past life ascension and regression
Blocks negative energies from entering your auric field
Enhances grounding
Shields you from electromagnetic pollution
Banishes negative energy
Brings peace and calming
Encourages living in a virtuous manner
Increases courage
Encourages personal growth
Facilitates compassion
Reduces energetic causes of arthritis pain
Assists with energetic detoxification of the physical body
Assists you in maintaining proper circulation
Enhances accuracy in scrying divination
Balances the energy of the mind, body, and spirit
Aids in acceptance of your weak
18/07/2018 • 12 minutes 35 seconds
Healing Properties of Sodalite: A Crystal for Mutual Understanding
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Sodalite: "Speak your truth confidently and choose your words with clarity and confidence."
Common Healing Properties of Sodalite:
Increases accurate intuitive thoughts
Encourages successful stilling of the mind during meditation
Brings out the truth in any situation
Helps you to stand up for yourself
Protects you from electromagnetic pollution
Enhances group cooperation
Aids you in speaking your truth
Banishes bad habits and negative thinking patterns
Aids you in absorbing new information and learning new things
Removes fear
Banishes guilt
Encourages self-confidence
Encourages a healthy metabolism
Relieves insomnia
Reduce fevers
Colors: Light, medium, or dark blue with white splotches (and sometimes dark blue or black veins).
Associated Chakras: 5th (Throat) or 6th (Third Eye)
Zodiac Signs: Virgo, Libra
Elements: Earth, Water
03/07/2018 • 10 minutes 55 seconds
Healing Properties of Smoky Quartz: A Crystal for Spiritual Grounding
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Smoky Quartz: "Connect to the energy of the earth and bathe yourself in the grounding, protective energy it has to share with you."
Common Healing Properties of Smoky Quartz:
Promotes grounding
Enhances protection from negative energy
Increases energy during meditation
Encourages environmental concern and ecological consciousness
Supports you as you work to reduce your stress
Promotes peace and calming
Supports you as you work through personal fears
Enhances passion
Dispels bad dreams
Enhances accuracy in scrying divination
Promotes intuitive insight
Stimulates concentration
Promotes communication
Aids in stilling the mind for successful meditation
Aids in manifesting
Assists one in managing detailed projects
Colors: Light to medium (sometimes very dark) smoky brown and transparent to translucent.
Associated Chakras: 1st (Root)
Zodiac Signs: Ca
19/06/2018 • 17 minutes 35 seconds
What’s the difference between a crystal and a rock?
Did you know that some of your most beloved healing crystals are actually combinations of more than one stone? Lapis Lazuli, Tiger Iron, Unakite, and others are made up of more than one mineral. When multiple minerals come together to create something new, this is the definition of a rock.
That’s right! A rock.
Most of the time, we don’t use that word in the heal-y feely world of crystal healing, but rocks can be super lovely for healing too. In the wellness community, we usually use the words crystal, stone, mineral, etc. interchangeably, but they do each have their own specific definitions.
Rock - composed of more than one mineral
Crystal - a mineral that has an internal crystalline structure (a regularly repeating atomic blueprint)
Stone - any minerals or rock that is non-metallic
Mineral - a solid, naturally occurring, inorganic substance
By now you may be wondering which of the stones in your crystal collection are actually rocks. Let’s take a look at some of
12/06/2018 • 7 minutes 44 seconds
Healing Properties of Golden Tiger Eye: A Crystal for Personal Power & Energy
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Golden Tiger's Eye: "I am motivated by my divine purpose and I manifest your vision with ease."
Common Healing Properties of Golden Tiger's Eye:
Enhances grounding
Increases psychic skills
Encourages the rising of the kundalini through the chakras
Promotes energetic protection
Stimulates compassion
Aids you in sorting through details and completing tedious tasks
Helps you pull together many details in order to make sense of a whole
Aids in removing negative habits
Instills self-confidence and inner-strength - a personal empowerment stone
Promotes equality and integrity
Stabilizes energy
Banishes depression
Heals the eyes
Balances disorders of the reproductive system
Aids in the energetic healing of broken bones
Helps you succeed on tests and exams
Encourages success in business meetings
Colors: Bands of shimmering gold, brown, bronze, and gray/black
Asso
05/06/2018 • 16 minutes 13 seconds
Crystals for Dealing with Negative People
When you’re feeling like there’s some negative energy in your space or you’re surrounded by negative people, your instinct may be to immediately reach for your protective crystals, but this may not be the best remedy.
Energy is just energy. We classify it as “positive” or “negative” but in actuality, there is just energy. There is energy that serves our highest good (positive) and energy that doesn’t (negative).
So how do you deal with “negative” energy in a space? The first step to take is to clear the space of any energy that’s not serving your highest good. When dealing with a person who leaves you feeling stressed out or drained, protective crystals can help shield you from absorbing the chaotic energy they imprint upon a space. However, using those crystals is only half of the solution. You need to remedy the root cause of the situation by clearing that energy from your space.
Here are some of my favorite crystals for keeping your space free from negativity:
Selenite:
30/05/2018 • 10 minutes 19 seconds
Healing Properties of Chevron Amethyst: A Crystal for Spiritual Development
Chevron Amethyst is a banded combination of amethyst and milky quartz. The bands form a distinctive chevron, or triangular shape — sort of like a mountain range.
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Chevron Amethyst: "I know that I am a unique being and I feel inspired and safe to be myself."
Common Healing Properties of Chevron Amethyst:
Promotes spiritual growth
Assists you in gaining clarity of thought and insight into any situation
Aids you in the decision-making process
Heals past-life trauma by moving your spirit above and beyond it
Promotes personal and spiritual growth
Reveals hidden layers of a situation so that you’re able to better understand everything that is involved
Helps you find balance during life’s ups and downs
Assists in communication with your guides
Enhances meditation
Promotes calm energy and relieves anxiety or worry
Colors: Bands of White, Violet, Purple, and Lavender in triangular (chevron
23/05/2018 • 10 minutes 15 seconds
Discovering Crystal Grids with Judy Hall
Today I am so honored to be speaking with the amazing Judy Hall, who you might be familiar with because of her work on the Crystal Bible series of books. She has just come out with an amazing new book all about crystal grids, and I am so excited to hear all about it from her and share it with you.
Ashley: I'm so excited to speak with you. This is a topic that has really become so popular over the past few years.
Why do you think there is this new and sudden interest in crystal grids?
Judy: Well, for me, I've used them for many years. It's such a convenient way of generating energy. They are somewhere to put your intentions. Does that make sense?
Ashley: Absolutely.
Judy: You can lay them out, set them up, and then they will work for you, and you don't have to keep playing the intention. In fact, the more you can let them get in with it themselves, the more effective they are.
Ashley: So, you recommend using them as more of a background energy?
Judy: A powerful ener
11/04/2018 • 22 minutes 11 seconds
Healing Properties of Clear Quartz: A Crystal for Amplifying Energy & Intention
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Clear Quartz: "Feel your mind expand with clarity as I help you tune in and become one with the world around you."
Common Healing Properties of Clear Quartz:
Powerful for energizing the physical and energetic bodies
Assists with healing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies
Purifies and cleanses the physical and energetic bodies
Amplifies your intentions for manifesting and co-creating with the universe
Assists you with any kind of spiritual work
Promotes mental clarity
Amplifies energy in crystal layouts or grids
Enhances your inner vision and intuition
Balances and aligns the chakra centers
Protects you energetically
Colors: Clear, Colorless
Associated Chakras: All
Zodiac Signs: Leo, Virgo, Aries
Elements: Air, Water, Fire
Companion Flowers: Trillium
Companion Essential Oil: Tea Tree
Companion St
05/04/2018 • 18 minutes 51 seconds
Crystals for Empowering the Goddess Within
There is a movement by modern women in the metaphysical community to reclaim feminine power and embrace the goddess within, but what does this really mean and how can it be accomplished?
For many this is about acknowledging the important role of femininity and the divine feminine in modern society, but it can also be about embodying the archetypes of goddesses throughout history.
Tapping into this goddess power can be done through ritual and ceremony, with prayer, or even through meditation. And when you combine these methods with the energy of crystals, the connection to a particular goddess is amplified.
Certain crystals correspond to particular goddess archetypes. So if you wanted to connect with or embody the energetic archetype, the traits or qualities of a specific goddess, you need only to reach for the stone that embodies her spirit and energy. You can then carry this stone with you, wear it in a piece of jewelry, or meditate with the crystal to connect with the
28/03/2018 • 8 minutes 29 seconds
Interview with Ezzie Spencer – How to Get in Tune with the Moon
"I'm so excited for this podcast episode today because I have the pleasure of interviewing the amazing Ezzie Spencer of Lunar Abundance. I've been following Ezzie for several months now and I'm just always so impressed with the amazing information that she puts out about the different lunar cycles and moon phases."
Ashley: So, Ezzie thank you so much for being here with me.
Ezzie Spencer, PhD: It's my pleasure to be here.
Ashley: Could you just maybe introduce yourself to everyone really quickly and tell us a little bit about your business and your work with lunar energy?
Ezzie: Of course! I am an author and a speaker and I do some consulting work as well. I basically teach others how to connect in with the moon cycle to create a better life. More specifically, to really live in the flow of life and to tap into that joy and peace and sense of purpose which so many of us are really yearning to find. It's a personal practice that I share from my own experience and my own
21/03/2018 • 33 minutes 41 seconds
Walking the World as a Spiritual Seeker: An Interview with Emma Mildon
"I'm so excited to be able to share this interview with the amazing & inspiring Emma Mildon with you! Emma is truly a powerhouse of wisdom on all sorts of spiritual topics, and is a well-known crystal expert."
Ashley: Hi and welcome to the Love and Light live podcast. I'm so excited today to be interviewing the amazing Emma Mildon. You may be familiar with Emma, she's the author of The Soul Searcher's Handbook and the soon-to-be-released Evolution of Goddess. She's also been featured by The Huffington Post and by Mindbodygreen. She is just an amazing powerhouse of information on different spiritual topics.
I am so excited to be interviewing her because The Soul Searcher's Handbook is one that's been on my shelf for a long time. I really love it. I've already pre-ordered my copy of Evolution of Goddess and I'm just really excited to talk with her a little bit today about this upcoming book. So Emma, thank you so much for being here with me.
Emma Mildon: Hi. How are you? Cal
15/03/2018 • 21 minutes 48 seconds
Daily Crystal Rituals: An Interview with Heather & Timmi from Energy Muse
"I was lucky enough to be able to interview the amazing women at Energy Muse - Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro. I was so pleased to get to talk to Heather and Timmi just after their visit to the Tucson Gem Show when they were still totally flying high on all those amazing crystal vibes."
Ashley Leavy: In this week's show, I have something super exciting. I was lucky enough to be able to interview the amazing women at Energy Muse. Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro. I was so pleased to get to talk to Heather and Timmi just after their visit to the Tucson Gem Show when they were still totally flying high on all those amazing crystal vibes.
So, we got to talk about some great experiences from the show, as well as some of their favorite practices for staying grounded and centered in the present moment while they're bringing back and picking out all those amazing crystals to share with everyone through their website, energymuse.com. We also got to talk about their recent book, whi
08/03/2018 • 25 minutes 49 seconds
Healing Properties of Rose Quartz: A Crystal for Love & Relationships
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Rose Quartz: “Love and value your unique, authentic self. Bask in the excitement of sharing your gifts for the highest good of all.”
Common Healing Properties of Rose Quartz:
Promotes unconditional love, peace, and compassion
Inspires self-love
Promotes an attitude of Lovingkindness
Calms after traumatic events
Instills tenderness
Promotes mutual understanding
Adds spark to a romance and promote trust
Eases mid-life crisis
Soothes a broken heart
Helps with emotional balance
Encourages friendship & maternal love
Eases the grieving process
Promotes forgiveness, trust, and understanding
Helps with healing lungs
Increases fertility
Treats a poor complexion
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Colors: Pale, soft pink to deep, rosy pink
Associated Chakras: Heart (4th)
Zodiac Signs: Taurus, Gemini
Elements: Water
Companion Flowers: Magnolia
28/02/2018 • 17 minutes 15 seconds
How to Add a Personal Touch to Your Healing Sessions That Your Clients Are Sure to Remember
Having your own healing arts practice (whether it’s doing Reiki, crystal therapy or massage) can be a dream come true! But it can also come with a unique set of challenges.
As a healer and empath, you may be especially susceptible to outside influences. In your business, this may rear its head in the form of competition.
After all, if you’re a healer, coach, or wellness practitioner, chances are you’re not the only one in your area doing what you do. Therefore, it can be a mindset struggle to keep your thoughts off of your competitors and focused on your own healing practice.
When you’re struggling, it can be easy to look at the success of others and compare it to your own business.
Stop. Right. There.
I know that YOU know this for sure: we are all unique and have our own special gifts to share in this world.
However it can be challenging to keep this in the front of your mind. Sometimes, you may get caught up in comparison-based thoughts.
But remember, when you sh
21/02/2018 • 16 minutes 25 seconds
Healing Properties of Labradorite: A Crystal for Spiritual Beauty
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Labradorite: "You have the ability to achieve (or exceed!) your life goals by following your soul path and listening to your inner guidance."
Common Healing Properties of Labradorite:
Enhances protection
Dispels negative energies
Helps you to form personal boundaries
Facilitates past life ascension or regression
Assists astral travel
Aids you in accessing the Akashic records and other esoteric knowledge
Balances the energy of the physical body with the etheric body
Increases conscious awareness
Facilitates intuitive development and psychic powers
Dispels fears
Increases faith
Strengthens trust
Facilitates mystical experiences
Stimulates the imagination and creativity
Removes illusion
Aids in acts of magic
Reveals the truth in any situation
Connects you with the Divine energy of the universe
Brings companionship
Treats symptoms of the common cold
Relieves arthr
13/02/2018 • 18 minutes 30 seconds
Crystal Feng Shui for Your Office or Healing Arts Room
“Feng shui literally translated is ‘wind and water,’ the two most prevalent elements that shape our world. Feng shui can be used to shape the energy around you. It is about changing your life by assessing and maintaining your connection to the natural world” -Sandra Kynes (author of Gemstone Feng Shui).
For this reason, crystals can be used according to the principles of feng shui in order to enhance positive energy and counteract negative energy in your space. Crystals and stones can be used to shift the energy in your healing arts space, and in turn, make positive changes in your life and business that will result in balance and harmony. Knowing how to utilize crystal energy to positively affect the flow of energy in your sacred business is the key to proper Crystal Feng Shui.
All spaces have nine distinct areas, and these correspond to the nine areas of the Bagua Map. According to the ancient Chinese Bagua Map, parts of your space directly connect to certain areas of you
07/02/2018 • 22 minutes 55 seconds
Healing Properties of Blue Tiger’s Eye (Hawk’s Eye): A Crystal for Power & Communication
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Tiger's Eye: "I feel myself making way for clarity, as if seeing something for the very first time. I am able to look deeper into a situation to see the truth that lies behind the facade. I'm prepared for what is revealed and I know that it is for my highest good."
Common Healing Properties of Blue Tiger's Eye:
Keeps you grounded
Enhances your psychic skills
Encourages the rising of the kundalini through the chakras (but only if you are ready for it)
Creates a protective shield around your aura
Encourages inner-strength
Enhances feelings of compassion in those with an overdeveloped masculine side
Helps you to sort through details especially when you're completing tedious tasks
Helps banish negative habits
Aids you while working through depression
Energetically supports the healing of the eyes
Facilitates healing of male reproductive disorders
Energetically assists in healing brok
30/01/2018 • 10 minutes 10 seconds
How to Pursue a Healing Arts Career the Right Way
There’s a question I get a lot when I’m speaking with people who are thinking of pursuing a healing arts career… how do you make the transition from a mainstream career into the wellness field the RIGHT way?
It can be terrifying to leave the comfort and security of your job to pursue your dreams. So should you make the transition into a healing arts career slowly? This could mean leaving yourself a safety net by keeping one foot in the door at your current job (but perhaps sacrifice the ability to dive into your new career full force and accept that it will take you longer to build your sacred business). Or should you take the other option: leap before you look, quit your job, and never look back because you’re pursuing your passion? This could perhaps leave you in a vulnerable financial position and create fear based blocks that hold you back from success.
How do you know when to play it safe or when to take a risk? How do you know if you can really make it work with a healin
24/01/2018 • 39 minutes 2 seconds
Top 5 Favorite Crystal Decor Items to Create a Crystalline Sanctuary at Home
If you’re anything like me, you already have crystals scattered all over your living space. You'll also know how hard it is to keep things from getting cluttered. Here's some of my favorite pieces of crystal decor that add a sacred touch while still looking tidy...
For this week’s post, I’ve pulled together some of my favorite crystal home decor elements so that you can have your cake and eat it too (and by that I mean creating an elegant living space and incorporating some amazing crystal vibes all at the same time!).
Here are my top 5 favorite crystal decor items:
#5: Selenite Tealight Holder by The Sacred Spirit
Although these are pretty commonplace at most new age shops now, I’ll never get over the beauty and simplicity of these elegant Selenite candle holders. Made in Morocco, the Selenite is carved into these gorgeous holders that become illuminated when you add a small candle. To avoid getting your crystal waxy, try adding a battery-operated tealight. Then, j
20/11/2017 • 0
Stone Shapes for Crystal Healing
When it comes to choosing the right stone shapes for crystal healing, some healers only use crystals in their natural state. Others, like myself, use an assortment of crystal forms.
Crystals that are in their natural state are sometimes referred to as “raw” or “rough” crystals. They are crystals that are used just as they came from the earth, be it terminated points, clusters, geodes, or chunks of massive stones. However for choosing the right stone shapes for crystal healing, I believe that because differences exist in the energetic vibrations of people, a considerate healer should have an assortment of crystal forms to better meet the specific needs of each individual.
Rough:
These stones often have jagged surfaces. They emit very powerful, direct energy that gets to work quickly and efficiently. However, these stones may be too harsh for some people, so tumbled or polished stones may be more suitable in this situation.
Tumbled:
These stones have been put through a pro
29/08/2017 • 19 minutes 44 seconds
Healing Properties of Amethyst: A Crystal for Protection & Healing
Amethyst is one of the world's most popular semi-precious gems. It gets its purple color from additional iron trapped in Quartz and is known as the February birthstone.
Healing Properties of Amethyst: A Crystal for Protection & Healing
A Crystal Message About the Healing Properties of Amethyst: “I clear the path for your divine self to come forth. Shed your ego self and step into your divine purpose. It's time to live the life for which you were meant.”
Common Healing Properties of Amethyst:
Protects you against negative energies
Enhances motivation
Promotes positive dreams and aids in their interpretation
Assists with emotional balance
Aids in receiving and interpreting Divine guidance
Helps you become open to your intuition and psychic abilities
Enhances meditation
Facilitates a connection with the spirit
Promotes wellness of the mind, body, and spirit
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Colors: Pale lavender to deep purple
Associ
21/08/2017 • 19 minutes
Are you really a crystal whiz? Find out with our fun, ID Quiz!
How many of these crystals can you identify using the rainbow of pictures given below?
If you get stuck in the crystal quiz, you can find the answers at the end of this post.
Even if you’re already a crystal whiz, you might enjoy the challenge.
Enjoy!
Tip: If you are unsure about any of the clues in our crystal quiz, take a look HERE and learn "How to ID Your Crystals When They All Look the Same."
Ready to check your answers for the crystal quiz?
A: Red Capped Amethyst
B: Pink Cobaltoan Calcite
C: Ruby
D: Sputnik Aragonite
E: Carnelian (tumbled)
F: Carnelian (rough)
G: Citrine
H: Sunshine Aura Quartz
I: Bumblebee Jasper
J: Prehnite with Epidote
K: Peridot
L: Vesuvianite
M: Stilbite with Cava
15/08/2017 • 33 minutes 41 seconds
Healing Properties of Red Pyrope Garnet: A Crystal for Vitality
A Crystal Message About the Healing Properties of Red Pyrope Garnet: “I help you to stand in your power. Feel the blood course through your veins and know that you are alive - you are here and now. Feel your radiant self shine forth into the world.”
Common Healing Properties of Red Pyrope Garnet:
Stimulates vitality
Aids sluggish digestion and increases your digestive fire
Increases motivation
Instills self-confidence and helps you shine your inner light
Promotes spiritual ascension and growth
Helps manifest prosperity and abundance
Assists circulation of the blood
Helps you recognize your personal power
Regenerates energy for the physical body
Promotes energetic & physical purification
Enhances sexual energy
Colors: Deep blood red
Associated Chakras: Root (1st); Heart (4th)
Zodiac Signs: Capricorn, Aquarius, Aries
Elements: Earth, Fire
Companion Flowers: Bloodroot
07/08/2017 • 17 minutes 28 seconds
Healing Properties of Blue Sapphire: A Crystal for Wisdom
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Sapphire: “Listen to the messages of your ancestors…be open to receiving their wisdom and guidance. As you awaken spiritually, I will assist you in adjusting to the physical, mental, and emotional changes that may accompany your spiritual journey.”
Common Properties:
Enhances communication with your spirit guides (especially Archangel Michael)
Connects you with your higher self
Facilitates the growth of your psychic awareness and intuitive abilities
Promotes a connection with the energy of the stars
Enhances your understanding of astrology
Increases your acceptance of life occurrences as part of a universal plan
Reduces the undesired physical sensations that often accompany spiritual ascension & awakening
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Colors: Blue, & Indigo
Associated Chakras: Third Eye (6th); Crown (7th)
Zodiac Signs: Virgo
25/07/2017 • 12 minutes 11 seconds
Healing Properties of Ruby: A Crystal for Passion
A Crystal Message About the Healing Properties of Ruby: “Get in touch with your creative fire, your passion, your purpose. Allow me to motivate you to make the necessary changes in your life to better align you with your path and your soul's calling."
Common Properties of Ruby:
Increases vitality
Enhances motivation
Stimulates Tantric energy
Promotes the rising of the Kundalini
Encourages the exploration of new thoughts and ideas
Enhances feelings of passion (both in life and in relationships)
Aids in opening the Heart Chakra
Creates feelings of divine love
Colors: Red, Burgundy, Magenta
Associated Chakras: Root (1st), Heart (4th)
Zodiac Signs: Aries, Leo
Elements: Fire
Companion Flowers: Rose
Companion Essential Oil: Ginger
Companion Stone: Blue Sapphire
Common Origins: Thailand, Cambodia, Burma
Notes: Ru
13/06/2017 • 14 minutes 16 seconds
Healing Properties of Herkimer Diamond: A Crystal for Clarity & Dreams
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Herkimer Diamond: “Open your Third Eye to see clearly for the first time. Mental clarity creates space for new thoughts, ideas, and beliefs. You are a spiritual being free from worry, doubt, and fear."
Common Properties of Herkimer Diamond:
Facilitates astral travel
Promotes lucid dreaming
Allows access to your dream consciousness while you’re in a waking state
Creates mental clarity
Energizes the physical body
Amplifies energy and intention
Balances and aligns the chakras
Helps spiritual people feel connected to their physical, earthly bodies
Aids grounding and centering after intense spiritual work, meditation, etc.
Colors: Clear, Gold
Associated Chakras: Third Eye (6th), Crown (7th)
Zodiac Signs: Libra, Scorpio
Elements: Air
Companion Flowers: Baby’s Breath
Companion Essential Oil: White S
31/05/2017 • 13 minutes 51 seconds
Healing Properties of Moss Agate: A Crystal for Connecting to Nature
A Crystal Message About the Healing Properties of Moss Agate: “I help you listen to the whispers of the earth. I connect you with the flutter of fairy wings and the spirit of the forest. Allow me to be your companion for earth connection and gentle grounding”
Common Healing Properties of Moss Agate:
Facilitates a connection with nature (especially to the plant kingdom)
Balance the chakras
Promotes spiritual growth
Helps to heal the physical body
Instills confidence
Promotes joy
Relieves anxiety, worries and stress
Enhances shamanic journeying
Promotes intuitive knowledge (especially relating to herbalism)
Colors: Deep hunter green swirled with white or occasionally soft blue
Associated Chakras: Root (1st); Heart (4th)
Zodiac Signs: Capricorn, Virgo, & Taurus
Elements: Earth
Companion Flowers: Irish Moss
Companion Essential Oil: Vetiver
02/12/2013 • 15 minutes 4 seconds
Healing Properties of Blue Quartz: A Crystal for Focus & Communication
A Crystal Message about the Healing Properties of Blue Quartz: "I will guide you with gentle communication, encouraging you to express yourself creatively. Let go of your attachment to results and outcomes, and immerse yourself in the creative flow that surrounds you."
Common Properties of Blue Quartz:
Helps you express yourself creatively
Facilitates communication between you and others
Connects you with your guides
Aids in the analysis of your important life experiences
Encourages forgiveness
Helps you focus to overcome feeling scattered (mental clarity)
Promotes happiness
Calms you when you're feeling overwhelmed
Promotes dream healing
Enhances harmony
Helps you to speak your truth
Helps you acknowledge the things that bring joy to your life
Enhances beauty (both inner and outer)
Deepens meditation by expanding your conscious awareness and creating feelings of oneness and connection
Enhances mystical experi