-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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Updated 2nd July 2024 Many of us have looked at alternative therapy to complement today’s medical practices in aiding our physical and mental well-being. So far during our journey, we have touched on holistic approaches such as grounding, crystal therapy, and our positive connection with nature. This flows perfectly into looking at how plants have
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Two Super Moons Welcome to our new ‘Mini Blog’. I hope you find these tiny snippets informative and interesting. On 1st August we have a ‘Super Moon’ called the ‘Sturgeon Moon’ this is the first of two super moons in August. Full moons are named from The Old Farmer’s Almanac which is a trusted source
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-photo by Ethan Banks Crystal of the Week This translucent pink quartz crystal also known as Hyaline Quartz is often associated with universal love and compassion, not only with family and friends, but as suggested universally sharing love and compassion with all that surrounds us. The Rose Quartz is directly linked to the heart and
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-photo by Ethan Banks WHAT TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT With the news on the horizon that an Indian Summer is set to hit us in September, I’d like to share my tips on keeping my girls as comfortable as possible. When exercising during those more frequent bursts of hot and warm weather we have been
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-Photo by Ethan Banks Crystal of the Week. Our crystal journey continues. These powerful tools have been used for centuries to heal, for spiritual growth and personal transformation. This week I have been influenced whilst traipsing through the woodland and observing the luscious greenery… trees, and plants. Therefore, I have chosen the beautifully shimmering and
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