I routinely talk about Chakras during my fun ‘Crystal of the Week’ blog and as I wasn’t truly au fait with this subject, I felt it was time to do some research and educate myself. As always, when I educate myself I love to share and help you too. Chakras, often referred to as spiritual […]
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-photo by Johanna Amethyst is a hard quartz crystal that comes in various shades, from light lavender to deep purple and is mainly used within the jewellery industry. It is said that the colour comes from the tears of Dionysus the Greek god of winemaking and growing grape vines (vigneron). In folklore, it states that
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The herb journey continues. I’ve moved my planter to an elevated windowsill, taking advantage of every ray of sunshine we are likely to see now we are entering Autumn. I’ve placed the whole planter in a large clear bag, hoping this will act as a propagator and encourage the seeds to germinate quickly. Creating a
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-photo by Johanna The bright and cheerful sunshine stone Citrine exudes positivity and optimism and is a Feng Shui must to promote prosperity, abundance, and positivity. Known as the merchant’s stones, as it can manifest more. Citrine, a captivating type of quartz stone that exhibits a vibrant range of colors from sunny yellow to fiery
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We all know the value of growing and consuming our own, sustainable herb garden can improve our health. But the practice of gardening itself, literally being in touch with nature is so essential in improving our connection spiritually with all the beautiful creations Mother Nature provides for us. Promoting creativity and a high sense of
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-photo by Ethan Banks Mined from the Isthmus of Suez and the Sinai as early as 4000 BCE and the Great Orme Mines in Britain 3,800 years ago this copper carbonate hydroxide mineral is known for its rich opaque green colour and the ability to enhance transformation and positive change. Its name was given as
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Throughout history, herbs have been recognized for their various health benefits and have played a significant role in traditional medicine practices across different cultures. The Ebers Papyrus, written in Egypt about 1500 B.C. describes how herbs were used to treat ailments, such as Peppermint for the treatment of flatulence. The New Testament recognised apothecaries and their
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Lapis Lazuli, often simply called Lapis, is a mesmerizing blue gemstone known as the “crystal of truth.” Originally mined from the eminent Sari-Sang and Shortugai mines around 2000 BC, this rich blue semiprecious stone has been cherished for millennia. In fact, artifacts featuring Lapis date back as far as 7570 BC! Highly valued by the
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Lavender: Fragrant and Beautiful updated 15th July 2024 Lavender flowers embody a rich tapestry of meanings, symbolizing purity, silence, devotion, serenity, grace, and a profound sense of calmness. The rich purple flowers are synonymous with royalty, exuding an aura of elegance, refinement, and luxurious allure. This captivating color finds its resonance with the crown chakra,
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-photo by Johanna Crystal of the Week Crystals have been used for centuries to help us grow spiritually, heal and assist our personal transformation. I am searching for the most valuable of these crystals to create our own healing cluster and enhance all areas of our lives. This leads us to beautiful Red Jasper, a
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