Hello and blessings! Today, the moon is waxing through comfort-loving cancer, so this is a good day to tend to your home, get domestic affairs in order, and give your mom a call. Emotional comfort and connection is going to be more important to you than usual over the next few days.
I realized shortly following my blog post on the man-made "crystals" that I forgot one of the most prominent offenders. Manufactured glass with inclusions of copper has appeared on the market under the name "Goldstone." Let's talk about this for a moment.
As always, I advise you to generally stay away from these man-made "stones" - some healers and witches choose to work with them, arguing that glass is made of quartz and therefore has inherent properties of its own, while others insist this is merely a rip-off. While I give these "stones" the benefit of the doubt, my point is - if you even have to question it, why bother? There are SO many easily obtained tumbled stones that are the absolute real deal. There is nothing any of the man-made crystals can do that a natural one can't do quicker and more efficiently.
So, now that you have read my disclaimer, let's talk about some of the recorded properties of Goldstone. Again, this is what the authority figures are saying - I'm not necessarily promoting the use of Goldstone, but am rather passing on the information in case you choose to work with it despite the above disclaimer. So, Goldstone is manufactured in two colors - bronzy red and cobalt blue. It is easy to spot because it LOOKS artificial, glassy, and sparkly due to the copper inclusions. It is intended to mimic the energetic signature of Gold.
Some witches say Goldstone is an efficient good luck charm for a luck/chance situation in which you have no control over the outcome, such as entering a competition or buying a lottery ticket. Likewise, it is also lucky in situations that you CAN control to help you make a good impression, whether it's a job interview, or dinner with your boyfriend's mom. It is also said to help overcome the common fear of speaking to a large group of people, so is said to be a useful talisman for public speaking. For some natural alternatives, Green Aventurine is the stand-by talisman for good luck with Amazonite as a close second, use Falcon's Eye (blue Tiger's Eye) for a job interview, and tuck a Blue Apatite into your pocket for help with public speaking.
Blue Goldstone gets its color from either added cobalt or manganese and chromium. Because it resembles a starry night sky, some say it makes a good "stone" for kids to overcome fear of the dark (Galaxite is a good natural alternative recommendation.) Likewise, it is a good luck talisman for actors or actresses to help them achieve recognition, and helps to attract good luck for those in any profession in terms of attracting opportunities and meeting the right people. Lapis Lazuli is also a good stone for achieving recognition.
So, these are some supposed properties of Goldstone in it's two colors. One thing that really got my fur up occurred when I was perusing a New Age shop that was a little sketchy, and noticed they were selling Goldstone as SUNSTONE. I was completely baffled, and headed right for the exit. I just wanted to give you this warning because it is likely that other crystal shops are doing this, too. Luckily, the two look NOTHING alike, so look up a picture of each and you will never be fooled by this crafty trick. Never buy Goldstone under the illusion it is Sunstone, as the two have very different properties. And, if you see this shady activity in a New Age shop, follow my lead and exit - this is not a reputable source from which to purchase your crystals.
For a little more on the man-made stones, check out my previous blog post in which I cover the other main ones you are likely to run into. Thanks for stopping by, & happy crystal hunting!
Monday, June 6, 2016
Thursday, June 2, 2016
WHERE TO START: CRYSTALS FOR THE BEGINNNER
Hello and welcome! The moon is waning through lovely Taurus
today, which means it’s all about comfort! This is a good day to take a bubble
bath and eat a pint of ben & jerry’s right out of the carton just because
you can. Spoil yourself and please your senses, and don’t try to push yourself
out of your comfort zone today – you likely won’t be in the mood.
Key Words: Psychic Protection,
Restful Sleep, Psychic Abilities, Meditation, Calming, Physical and Emotional
Healing
Why You Need It: The very first
blog post I ever did discussed Amethyst, and rightfully so – this is a
beautiful and soft, yet powerful crystal that tends to be the first to attract
novices (feel free to check that blog post for a more detailed description on
amethyst – I’m just going to summarize here.) Amethyst offers psychic protection,
meaning that it protects against any negative thoughts or wishes sent your way. Any harm or problems this may cause you is often unintentional, but non-deliberate psychic attack is no less destructive. In addition
to its protective function, Amethyst is extremely soothing and calming, making
it ideal for situations of stress, anxiety, trauma, and dis-ease. One of the
best crystals to bring with you for bedtime, Amethyst brings restful sleep,
protects against nightmares, and is the traditional crystal remedy to defeat
insomnia. Most importantly, Amethyst is an EXCELLENT crystal for those who are
interested in enhancing their psychic abilities and intensifying their
meditation practice. It helps to open the third eye and crown chakras, heighten
your metaphysical abilities, and intensify your meditation sessions, but at the
same time is extremely gentle and user-friendly unlike some crystals who have
such intense energy, you are recommended to only use them after years of
experience and still paired with a grounding crystal. Amethyst is a
powerful healer physically as well, relieving pain and stress on all levels,
easing headaches, supporting the lungs, and is used to treat skin conditions as
an elixir (among other things.)
Other Crystals You Can Use: Lapis
Lazuli is another great crystal for a beginner who is interested in opening
their third eye and honing their inherent psychic abilities, but wishes to do
so slowly and safely. Vera Cruz Amethyst (sometimes called “Lavender Amethyst”
in some popular crystal books) is somewhat more rare and expensive, but is even
more efficient in inducing a meditative state for those who struggle with
meditation. Rose Quartz works similarly to Amethyst in its calming ability, but
I would still recommend obtaining both as they differ beyond this one
similarity.
2.)
CARNELIAN.
Key Words: Warming, Energizing, Revitalizing, Creativity,
Vitality, Fertility, Grounding
Why You Need It: Carnelian is one of the most important
stones of the orange ray. It is extremely grounding, so can be used on the root
chakra to help with floatiness, spaciness, or confusion. Most importantly, the
energy of Carnelian is warming, so you can use it when you’re feeling a little
sluggish and need a boost of energy and vitality. Carnelian also works with the
second chakra to stimulate creativity, so is of great use to artists, writers, and
those who depend on their creativity. Physically, Carnelian is a stone you want
to have on you when battling a cold or flu, as it helps to combat the fatigue
that often accompanies these illnesses. This
is one of the finest crystals for increasing fertility and treating the female
reproductive organs, frigidity, and impotence. According to Feng Shui,
Carnelian by the front door brings protection and abundance.
Other Crystals You Can Use: Amber, while not technically a
crystal, has a very similar energy to Carnelian in that it is extremely warming
and revitalizing. Sunstone, while somewhat more rare than Carnelian or Amber,
also contains a very warming energy that bestows vitality and grounding.
Key Words: Manifestation, Abundance, Warming, Energizing,
Confidence, Assertiveness
Why You Need It: Citrine is a very powerful crystal. Much
of what is sold on the market right now is not actually Citrine, but rather
heat-treated Amethyst – it can be difficult to tell the difference visually, but
if you ask the shopkeeper they will likely be able to let you know whether or
not the specimen you are looking at is heat-treated amethyst or real Citrine found in nature. I
can tell you that most of what you find WILL be the heat-treated stuff,
as actual Citrine is quite rare. The heat-treated stuff has been, for the
most part, accepted by crystal healers as being largely similar energetically
to natural Citrine, with the general agreeance that it is
simply not QUITE as strong and pure Citrine energy, but still somewhat capturing
the basic idea. This is an excellent stone for manifestation. What does that
mean, exactly? Manifestation involves having whatever you want. You simply ask
the universe and be open to receive. Citrine acts as a catalyst for this process.
It is typically associated in particular with attracting abundance and money,
and for this reason small specimens do well when tucked into wallets or cash
registers, and larger specimens can be placed in the left corner of a home from
the front door – according to feng shui, this is your wealth corner, and there
are many crystals you can decorate it with. Citrine is one such crystal.
However, in addition to attracting wealth and abundance, you can use Citrine to
attract and manifest whatever you want. Citrine also has a kind of warming,
sunny, masculine energy, and promotes confidence and assertiveness.
Other Crystals You Can Use: If you are interested in
attracting money and abundance, Budd Stone (also known as African Jade) is
excellent for attracting and protecting wealth and prosperity, as is Pyrite,
Tiger’s Eye, and Prasiolite (green Amethyst.) For developing the masculine side of
one’s character and enhancing assertiveness, confidence, and initiative,
working with Heliodor (Golden Beryl) or Chrysoberyl are excellent, though these
crystals are rarer than heat-treated Citrine. For manifestation, work with the
rarer Cuprite, Heliodor, or common Hematite.
4.)
FLUORITE
Key Words: Memory, Brain Function, Learning, Concentration,
Practicality
Why You Need It: Fluorite is your mental stimulator. It
enhances memory, concentration, learning, and brain function. I like to
recommend Fluorite to people who are overly-sensitive and tend to be governed
by their emotions, as Fluorite offers a little bit of healthy emotional
detachment and helps one to turn more to their mind and mental faculties to
operate and make decisions. Therefore, Fluorite is a must-have for students. This
is also a great crystal for protecting against EMS, which is the negative and
harmful energy emitted by technology. Place or tape the fluorite over the
source of EMS (I have one taped to the computer I am typing on at this very
moment.)
Other Crystals You Can Use: Amazonite, Black Tourmaline,
Malachite and Sodalite are just a few of the many other crystals that can be
used to protect against EMS. If you are looking for crystals to enhance brain
function, concentration and learning, the Apatite family is excellent, particularly
Yellow Apatite, as is Hematite.
5.)
SMOKY QUARTZ.
Key Words: Grounding, Protection
Why You Need It: This one’s pretty self-explanatory.
Grounding crystals are definitely a must-have in your collection, particularly
after an intense meditation session or a trip to the grocery store that leaves
your introverted self feeling drained. The importance of a crystal for
protection is obvious.
Other Crystals You Can Use: Black Tourmaline and Hematite
are nearly identical to Smoky Quartz in their grounding and protective
abilities, and the three are practically interchangeable. Black onyx and
obsidian are also good substitutions. Garnet is another excellent crystal for
grounding, as is the Agate family, particularly Fire Agate and earthy-colored
banded Agates.
Key Words: Calming, Emotional Healing, Love, Forgiveness,
Compassion
Why You Need It: Rose Quartz has a light, calming, motherly
energy that makes it stand out in the mineral kingdom. The beautiful light pink
color comes from Manganese impurities. Rose Quartz is extremely comforting in
times of distress or a crisis, and is a very powerful emotional healer, whether
you’re undergoing a break-up or enduring the grief of losing a loved one.
Leaving a Rose Quartz by the bed also helps with restful sleep, and this stone
is typically used to treat the physical heart, the lungs, and the skin as an
elixir. This is perhaps the most efficient crystal in the entire mineral
kingdom for quickly attracting love, and can be worn as jewelry or placed in
your love corner (the farthest right corner from the front door.)
Other Crystals You Can Use: If you are wanting to attract
love, I have an entire blog post on this subject that you can check out for a
list of recommendations, but Rhodocrosite is my favorite, second only to Rose Quartz, with Garnet as a close third. Rhodonite, and the rarer Bustamite, are excellent for the emotional
healing offered by Rose Quartz, and Amethyst and Sodalite are similar to Rose
Quartz in their calming and soothing abilities. For forgiveness and compassion,
work with Mangano Calcite, Morganite or Kunzite.
Why You Need It: Clear Quartz is awesome because it’s
programmable. Clear Quartz is a little empty powerhouse, a blank slate that
makes a perfect receptacle for your intention. Need a dose of protection? Ask
your clear quartz. Want to attract some love into your life? Ask your clear
quartz. Got a lazy chakra? Clear Quartz. If you could only have one crystal from this list, Clear Quartz would be the one.
Other Crystals You Can Use: Azeztulite is a variety of
clear Quartz that has recently become trademarked. Supposedly, it is even more
powerful, but I have a blog post discussing this further you might want to read
before running off to purchase one. If the man-made “crystals” interest you
(which I have also discussed previously in my blog), Andara Glass is credited
by some who use it to be an excellent receptacle for manifestation work. I
would definitely recommend Clear Quartz over both of these alternatives, however.
Key Words: Femininity, Intuition, Emotional Stability
Why You Need It: Moonstone is a wonderful crystal to use for
enhancing your psychic abilities, clairvoyance, and intuition. It is a very feminine
stone used to balance PMS and problems associated with fertility, childbirth, pregnancy,
and breast-feeding, and can be used to develop the feminine side of your
character (regardless of your actual gender.) Moonstone can be used for
emotional stability, particularly calming overreactions and emotional triggers.
Other Crystals You Can Use: Aquamarine rivals Moonstone in
its femininity and ability to help one tap into their intuition and clairvoyant
abilities; Cat’s Eye and Gem Silica, while far more rare, are also good. If you
are interested in feminine crystals, Gem Silica, Chrysocolla, Ajoite, Gaia
Stone, and the trademarked Gel Lithium Silica are a few. For Emotional
Stability, Alabaster and Albite, minerals associated with moonstone, work very
well. Moss Agate and Biotite are wonderful for promoting healthy and smooth
childbirth.
Key Words: Health, Wellness, Healing, Good Luck, Prosperity
Other Crystals to use: Amazonite is also a good luck
crystal. For health and wellness, Greenlandite is an extremely rare crystal
which is very similar to Green Aventurine in its ability to bestow general health,
wellness, and long life, and works even more intensely.
Thursday, May 12, 2016
7 CRYSTALS FOR MERCURY RETROGRADE
Hey! So sorry I have not written in a while, but I fully intend to return to regular blogging as of TODAY, so you can expect to hear from me much more over the next few months.
There is A LOT going on astrologically right now causing delays, frustrations, and difficulties. Nearly every planet is retrograde, including MERCURY, who rules communication, short-distance travel, and mental stuff, so as you can imagine, daily life becomes especially frustrating when he starts moving backwards - traffic gets backed up, technology crashes, plans fall through, progress falters, and communication is difficult even with our closest loved ones. The rule of thumb during these periods is to simply put as much off 'till later as you possibly can - this is not a good time to start projects, get married, or initiate anything. Instead, regroup, plan and prepare, check everything twice, and always have a backup plan. Communication issues will be common over the next few weeks in the literal sense - as in, someone may fail to get an important message you sent their way, but also in that your loved ones will have a difficult time understanding you and your needs, so this is not a good time to sit down with your partner and talk about the major problems of your relationship. Luckily, these periods only last about two weeks - this session ends on May 22nd.
As you probably could have guessed, crystals can help with some of the daunting side effects of Mercury Retrograde! While each retrograde period varies slightly depending on the sign its moving through (this one's in Taurus), here is a general list of my top crystal picks for ANY Mercury Retrograde period (not in order):
1.) GEM SILICA. Gem Silica is gem-quality, silicated chrysocolla, and it is about ten times more intense than regular chrysocolla in blasting through blockages in communication. While it can sometimes be expensive because its so beautiful and slightly rare, it is definitely worth getting your hands on - especially during Mercury Retrograde.
2.) BLUE CALCITE. Another great crystal for promoting clear communication, carry Blue Calcite with you the ENTIRE time Mercury is in retrograde, no exceptions! If there is a particular person you are trying to communicate with, place a picture or other representation of you and them on your altar with a blue calcite crystal in between the two images. Imagine a clear blue cord of clear communication connecting the two of you. While I still don't recommend initiating heart-to-hearts while Mercury is moving backwards, this is still a helpful exercise when communication at this time is necessary.
3.) CERUSSITE. While a lot of crystals on this list promote clear communication, Cerussite promotes listening, which is highly important during Mercury Retrograde when details become overlooked and important information goes unheard. By encouraging its beholder to listen closely, Cerussite improves the chord of communication. This is also a great crystal to take with you when travelling, as it helps to reduce jet-lag.
4.) BLUE LACE AGATE. This is a wonderful crystal to leave in your car to reduce road-rage, which you will often encounter during Mercury Retrograde. Like all agates, it also boosts concentration, which is a must when driving at this time. Blue Lace Agate also promotes gentle, compassionate communication, which is helpful, as it is easy to become frustrated with loved ones right now, as they are more likely to fail to understand you and what your current needs are. Blue Lace agate also has a cooling effect on frustration in general, and Mercury Retrograde definitely paves the way for a great deal of frustration, making this stone a must for your mercury retrograde mojo bag.
5.) SMOKY QUARTZ. This is another good crystal to leave in your car all the time, but especially during mercury retrograde. Smoky quartz is both grounding and protective, so it boosts concentration, reduces road rage, and protects against accidents.
6.) FLUORITE. Slicing through any confusion or mental fog like a knife, Fluorite snaps you right out of Mercury Retrograde fever and clarifies things for you, helping you think quickly, focus, and stay alert.
7.) BLUE AVENTURINE. The dreaded moment you realize you are flying or travelling during a mercury retrograde period can be daunting, but packing your blue aventurine can help to protect against the travel disruptions that often accompany this frustrating period.
So, while Mercury Retrograde will never be fun, adding these crystals to a mojo bag and carrying them with you during the entire retrograde period can definitely mitigate the effects somewhat. Also, don't forget to do your part and have your own back - double check that documents are saved, messages have been received, and you are prepared for any mishaps. Good luck, and happy retrograde period - wishing you a smooth one.
There is A LOT going on astrologically right now causing delays, frustrations, and difficulties. Nearly every planet is retrograde, including MERCURY, who rules communication, short-distance travel, and mental stuff, so as you can imagine, daily life becomes especially frustrating when he starts moving backwards - traffic gets backed up, technology crashes, plans fall through, progress falters, and communication is difficult even with our closest loved ones. The rule of thumb during these periods is to simply put as much off 'till later as you possibly can - this is not a good time to start projects, get married, or initiate anything. Instead, regroup, plan and prepare, check everything twice, and always have a backup plan. Communication issues will be common over the next few weeks in the literal sense - as in, someone may fail to get an important message you sent their way, but also in that your loved ones will have a difficult time understanding you and your needs, so this is not a good time to sit down with your partner and talk about the major problems of your relationship. Luckily, these periods only last about two weeks - this session ends on May 22nd.
As you probably could have guessed, crystals can help with some of the daunting side effects of Mercury Retrograde! While each retrograde period varies slightly depending on the sign its moving through (this one's in Taurus), here is a general list of my top crystal picks for ANY Mercury Retrograde period (not in order):
1.) GEM SILICA. Gem Silica is gem-quality, silicated chrysocolla, and it is about ten times more intense than regular chrysocolla in blasting through blockages in communication. While it can sometimes be expensive because its so beautiful and slightly rare, it is definitely worth getting your hands on - especially during Mercury Retrograde.
2.) BLUE CALCITE. Another great crystal for promoting clear communication, carry Blue Calcite with you the ENTIRE time Mercury is in retrograde, no exceptions! If there is a particular person you are trying to communicate with, place a picture or other representation of you and them on your altar with a blue calcite crystal in between the two images. Imagine a clear blue cord of clear communication connecting the two of you. While I still don't recommend initiating heart-to-hearts while Mercury is moving backwards, this is still a helpful exercise when communication at this time is necessary.
3.) CERUSSITE. While a lot of crystals on this list promote clear communication, Cerussite promotes listening, which is highly important during Mercury Retrograde when details become overlooked and important information goes unheard. By encouraging its beholder to listen closely, Cerussite improves the chord of communication. This is also a great crystal to take with you when travelling, as it helps to reduce jet-lag.
4.) BLUE LACE AGATE. This is a wonderful crystal to leave in your car to reduce road-rage, which you will often encounter during Mercury Retrograde. Like all agates, it also boosts concentration, which is a must when driving at this time. Blue Lace Agate also promotes gentle, compassionate communication, which is helpful, as it is easy to become frustrated with loved ones right now, as they are more likely to fail to understand you and what your current needs are. Blue Lace agate also has a cooling effect on frustration in general, and Mercury Retrograde definitely paves the way for a great deal of frustration, making this stone a must for your mercury retrograde mojo bag.
5.) SMOKY QUARTZ. This is another good crystal to leave in your car all the time, but especially during mercury retrograde. Smoky quartz is both grounding and protective, so it boosts concentration, reduces road rage, and protects against accidents.
6.) FLUORITE. Slicing through any confusion or mental fog like a knife, Fluorite snaps you right out of Mercury Retrograde fever and clarifies things for you, helping you think quickly, focus, and stay alert.
7.) BLUE AVENTURINE. The dreaded moment you realize you are flying or travelling during a mercury retrograde period can be daunting, but packing your blue aventurine can help to protect against the travel disruptions that often accompany this frustrating period.
So, while Mercury Retrograde will never be fun, adding these crystals to a mojo bag and carrying them with you during the entire retrograde period can definitely mitigate the effects somewhat. Also, don't forget to do your part and have your own back - double check that documents are saved, messages have been received, and you are prepared for any mishaps. Good luck, and happy retrograde period - wishing you a smooth one.
Wednesday, April 13, 2016
AZEZTULITE, HEALERITE, ZULTANITE, & THE RISE OF THE TRADEMARKED CRYSTALS
Hey guys, sorry I have been out of touch lately...I'm going to return to regular blogging again in a few weeks :)
Today, I want to tackle a topic that I have been wanting to post about for a while - the fairly new phenomena of trademarking crystals.
Several crystal names have become trademarked - this means the trademarker is the only one who can sell a certain crystal under its trademarked name. Typically, the trademarked crystals have really new-agey sounding names, such as "Healerite," "Empowerite," "Azumar," etc., so they're easy to spot.
Of particular interest to me is AZEZTULITE, which is really just clear quartz with a few additional impurities. The main difference between Azeztulite and regular clear Quartz, supposedly, is not rooted in minerology; rather, Azeztulite is said to have been blessed by the Azez, a group of angelic, enlightened beings (starting to sound a little New Agey, huh?) In terms of physical, tangible differences between Azeztulite and Quartz, there is only one: as is typical with the trademarked stones, clear quartz can only be called Azeztulite if it comes from certain locations (in the case of Azeztulite, Vermont and North Carolina.) So, you're paying a pretty penny for quartz, because it was found in a certain state - and even then, unethical sellers will still sell clear quartz as Azeztulite to the unsuspecting, regardless of where it was actually found.
Even before I realized the redundancy of trademarking stones, my fur was up; it just seems to me that trademarking stones is commercializing something sacred, which is kind of a shame. Not only do I have ethical and spiritual concerns regarding this whole situation, but it's simply misleading and confusing. The trademarked stones are already known minerals given fancy, new-agey sounding names and sold under the illusion that they are somehow more powerful. Therefore, I avoid 'em.
Setting all of this practical information aside, let's say for a moment that Azeztulite (quartz found in Vermont and North Carolina) IS more powerful than quartz found in other regions because it was blessed by a group of beings known as the Azez. If you're sensitive enough to intuitively feel the difference between Azeztulite and the good ole' stand-by master healer, clear quartz, then you are probably capable of summoning the Azez YOURSELF and asking them to bless your quartz for you. Working with crystals is not a religion, and you shouldn't need to pay more for them because a mediator is communicating with beings that will bless your specimens for you. I just feel uncomfortable shelling out extra money for reasons that are a little unclear and abstract, and clear quartz is an EXTREMELY powerful tool and receptacle of energy already - so while you may choose to work with Azeztulite, it is certainly not a necessity, and Mama Earth's original master healer - clear quartz - will always be there for you (affordably.)
So, as always, the decision is ultimately yours - but I just wanted to give you a little bit of the practical information behind this crystal (& others like). Crystals sold at higher prices under attention-grabbing names are no more powerful than those sold at reasonable prices under their actual, geological names. Always have an absolute blast in your work with crystals, but always be smart, too.
Namaste.
Today, I want to tackle a topic that I have been wanting to post about for a while - the fairly new phenomena of trademarking crystals.
Several crystal names have become trademarked - this means the trademarker is the only one who can sell a certain crystal under its trademarked name. Typically, the trademarked crystals have really new-agey sounding names, such as "Healerite," "Empowerite," "Azumar," etc., so they're easy to spot.
Of particular interest to me is AZEZTULITE, which is really just clear quartz with a few additional impurities. The main difference between Azeztulite and regular clear Quartz, supposedly, is not rooted in minerology; rather, Azeztulite is said to have been blessed by the Azez, a group of angelic, enlightened beings (starting to sound a little New Agey, huh?) In terms of physical, tangible differences between Azeztulite and Quartz, there is only one: as is typical with the trademarked stones, clear quartz can only be called Azeztulite if it comes from certain locations (in the case of Azeztulite, Vermont and North Carolina.) So, you're paying a pretty penny for quartz, because it was found in a certain state - and even then, unethical sellers will still sell clear quartz as Azeztulite to the unsuspecting, regardless of where it was actually found.
Even before I realized the redundancy of trademarking stones, my fur was up; it just seems to me that trademarking stones is commercializing something sacred, which is kind of a shame. Not only do I have ethical and spiritual concerns regarding this whole situation, but it's simply misleading and confusing. The trademarked stones are already known minerals given fancy, new-agey sounding names and sold under the illusion that they are somehow more powerful. Therefore, I avoid 'em.
Setting all of this practical information aside, let's say for a moment that Azeztulite (quartz found in Vermont and North Carolina) IS more powerful than quartz found in other regions because it was blessed by a group of beings known as the Azez. If you're sensitive enough to intuitively feel the difference between Azeztulite and the good ole' stand-by master healer, clear quartz, then you are probably capable of summoning the Azez YOURSELF and asking them to bless your quartz for you. Working with crystals is not a religion, and you shouldn't need to pay more for them because a mediator is communicating with beings that will bless your specimens for you. I just feel uncomfortable shelling out extra money for reasons that are a little unclear and abstract, and clear quartz is an EXTREMELY powerful tool and receptacle of energy already - so while you may choose to work with Azeztulite, it is certainly not a necessity, and Mama Earth's original master healer - clear quartz - will always be there for you (affordably.)
So, as always, the decision is ultimately yours - but I just wanted to give you a little bit of the practical information behind this crystal (& others like). Crystals sold at higher prices under attention-grabbing names are no more powerful than those sold at reasonable prices under their actual, geological names. Always have an absolute blast in your work with crystals, but always be smart, too.
Namaste.
Saturday, April 2, 2016
YOUR GUIDE TO THE AGATES
Hello and happy April! The moon is waning right now through eccentric Aquarius, so the astrological weather is perfect for trying something new - divert from your usual daily routine, wear something bold, chop off your hair, attend a tantric sex workshop - take a stroll outside your comfort zone for the day (but if you're gonna chop off your hair, just make sure it's a style you'll probably like - the moon is waning, so it won't grow back as quickly.)
Anyway, today I want to talk to you a little bit about the agate family, which is no easy task - there are SO many types and colors of Agate! Agate is yet another member of the quartz family; more specifically, it's chalcedony. Agate is crypto-crystalline quartz - that is, layers of quartz laid into bands. For this reason, it's pretty easy to tell when the stone you're looking at is Agate - it will more than likely have these cool-looking bands of quartz.
As a group, Agates are considered to be very grounding, centering, and stabilizing, and bring strength and courage in difficult times. They're excellent for cleansing the aura - for this, grid a circle of agate around your body and lay there for about fifteen minutes. Whenever I do a healing session, I always circle the receiver with tumbled agate stones for a general auric cleanse. Agates are also awesome for helping you to focus and concentrate, but have a gradual, slow energy that, while powerful, will take some time to become noticeably effective. Collectively, agates are used to balance the digestive system, stomach, and lymphatic system.
However, it's really hard to talk too much about Agate as an entire group because there are SO many, and they all take on this energy in slightly different ways. So, here are some of the more common Agates you are likely to come across, and a little bit about how you can work with them. I also want to mention that Agates are VERY frequently artificially dyed - dark blue tumbled stones sold as agate are, sadly, pretty much always dyed glass. You also have to look out for this when purchasing agate slices, which are sometimes painted glass.
AMETHYST SAGE AGATE: This is a very rare form of agate with a purple background and black markings; it helps to bring about a balanced social life.
BANDED AGATE: I'm calling "Banded Agate" anything that does not fit into any of the below categories (typically, slices fall into this category - if the Agate slice is a specific type of Agate, it will be specified.) Plain ole' banded agate crystallizes in earthy colors - grey, sandy brown, cream, etc. These are the most grounding of the Agates, and also the most mentally stimulating - these little guys are excellent for boosting concentration, focus, and analytical abilities. This is also the best type of agate if you're wanting a crystal to balance your digestive system and stomach. These little guys are extremely grounding and centering, so you can rub one when feeling stressed or unbalanced.
BOTSWANA AGATE: Botswana Agate is grey with light pink bands - its probably one of my favorite agates for its simple beauty. These are wonderful for stimulating artistic expression, so they're highly recommended for artists, writers, musicians, and anyone involved in the arts. Additionally, this is the very best stone of the entire mineral kingdom for helping one to quit smoking, and can be added to a mojo bag with other crystals for cutting addictions (such as amethyst, ametrine, or fire agate.) It is also a protective talisman for firemen, and protects against fires.
BLACK AGATE. Sometimes, black agate has subtle white bands, but some specimens are pure black, so it can be hard to tell what you're looking at. Black Agate is going to be the most protective of the agates, and is wonderful for older people to help them maintain physical balance and coordination; like blue lace agate, the black variety is also used in cases of arthritis to mobilize the joints (I would make this into an elixir and rub onto the joints - see my blog post on crystal elixirs for more info on this.)
BLOOD AGATE: Sometimes known as Pigeon's Blood, this is just another way of saying Red Agate. These specimens are wonderful for the root chakra (check out my blog post on the root chakra for more on this), grounding, stabilizing, and encouraging fertility, creativity, and passion for life.
BLUE LACE AGATE: Blue lace agates are beautiful light blue with bands of darker blue, and they're very common. This is one of the most important crystals for the throat chakra, releasing suppressed emotions and helping you to communicate these truths and emotions honestly. In addition to being one of the best stones for self - expression, Blue lace agates are wonderful for bringing inner peace and alleviating stress. They have a cooling effect on anger or frustration, dissolving these red-energy emotional states. Physically, Blue lace agate is used to cool various forms of inflammation - fevers, skin rashes, arthritis, high blood pressure, etc., and is also used to balance the thyroid and soothe a sore throat (for this, make blue lace agate into an elixir - see my blog post on this for more info on making crystal elixirs.)
CRACKLED FIRE AGATE: These are a little bit difficult to describe - true crackled fire agates are bright orange with little circular patterns reminiscent of crackling fire, but any agate specimen with a flicker of orangey/red could also be considered Crackled Fire Agate. These specimens work very similar energetically to Fire Agate, stimulating creativity, sexual libido, fertility, and balancing the root chakra.
CRAZY LACE AGATE: These are a rusty red color. This agate is a gentle absorber of emotional pain, so I like to add them to mojo bags with Apache Tears, Amethyst, and/or Aquamarine to absorb grief.
DENDRITIC AGATE: Is beautiful and covered in fern-like markings - you'll rarely find me without my Dendritic Agate ring. Use dendritic agate to attract abundance by carrying it with you or placing in your wealth corner (the farthest left corner of your home or apartment, from your front door.)
ENHYDRO AGATE: These are agate geodes filled with water - they are incredibly rare, cool, and expensive. The enhydro form of any stone is ideal for meditatively accessing the Akashic Records, remembering and learning from past lives, and act as excellent fertility charms.
FIRE AGATE: Fire Agate is easily identifiable because it has distinct nodules. The polished variety is an explosion of beautiful color. This is one of my favorite crystals for the root chakra (check out that blog post for more on this.) Fire Agate also helps to eliminate destructive desires, regardless of what these are, stimulate creativity, and are very sexual little crystals that can balance sexual dysfunctions, encourage fertility, and stimulate libido.
GREEN AGATE: Green Agates are mental boosters, helping with decision-making and mental flexibility. They can also be used to help settle disputes.
MOSS AGATE: Moss Agate is mostly green with little markings. Plants LOVE moss agate, and this is one of the most common stones used by crystal healers to boost the immune system and treat/prevent colds and the flu. This is a good luck charm for childbirth, and Moss Agate is also said to be protective during a breakup. This is your agate for promoting optimism and alleviating depression, and also helps to manifest abundance.
PINK AGATE: Lately, I have been seeing "Apricot Agate" on the market, and have never bought one - whenever I see a fruity-named stone, that's a pretty strong indicator to me that I might be looking at a fake (I'll have to ask about that and post my findings.) These "Apricot Agates" are pink in color, but again, I'm not sure they are the same thing as actual, pink Agate.. Actual pink Agate is a wonderful stone for alleviating tensions within the parent-child relationship, and cultivating love between parent and child.
SILVER LEAF AGATE: These rare agates will open you up to receive abundance, so make great additions to a mojo bag for this purpose.
SNAKESKIN AGATE: This stone is pretty distinct for its leathery surface. These are obtainable, but not as common as some of the other agates I have discussed here. Like Apache Tears, these guys grant energetic invisibility, helping you to keep a low profile and remain unseen, channeling the energy of the snake. It is used by crystal healers to treat skin problems, especially psoriasis, and smooth wrinkles - for this, make the snakeskin agate into an elixir and rub onto the skin (see my blog post for crystal elixirs if you need help with this.)
TREE AGATE: Tree Agate is white with what looks like little tree markings on its surface; not to be confused with dendritic agate (I have heard these titles used interchangeably, and this is incorrect - they are not the same stone.) Tree Agate is also good for patience, endurance, and perseverance - this is the crystal I chose to hold when getting a tattoo, to help me persevere through the pain. Plants love Tree Agate, too, so tuck these little guys into the pots of any plants you have in your home or garden.
TURITELLA AGATE: Turitella Agate is literally covered with tiny fossils, so is very easy to identify. This is a wonderful stone to meditate with to access ancient wisdom, and connect you to your roots (I always recommend breaking this stone out around Halloween, when our ancestors are around and wanting to connect.)
WIND FOSSIL AGATE: Wind Fossil agate is black with white markings, and is not to be confused with Turitella Agate, which contains a bunch of little fossils. I have sometimes seen Wind Fossil Agate sold as simply Fossil Agate, but it refers to the same mineral. Wind Fossil agates are wonderful for patiently waiting for change, and bringing endurance during a difficult time.
Phew! I don't expect you to sit down and read this in one sitting, but hopefully it acts as a nice little reference for when you want a quick description of an agate you may come across. New specimens - and new names for the old specimens - are constantly being added to the market, but I tried to cover at least all of the stand-by agates here. Thanks for reading, hopefully it helps. Blessings to you :)
Anyway, today I want to talk to you a little bit about the agate family, which is no easy task - there are SO many types and colors of Agate! Agate is yet another member of the quartz family; more specifically, it's chalcedony. Agate is crypto-crystalline quartz - that is, layers of quartz laid into bands. For this reason, it's pretty easy to tell when the stone you're looking at is Agate - it will more than likely have these cool-looking bands of quartz.
As a group, Agates are considered to be very grounding, centering, and stabilizing, and bring strength and courage in difficult times. They're excellent for cleansing the aura - for this, grid a circle of agate around your body and lay there for about fifteen minutes. Whenever I do a healing session, I always circle the receiver with tumbled agate stones for a general auric cleanse. Agates are also awesome for helping you to focus and concentrate, but have a gradual, slow energy that, while powerful, will take some time to become noticeably effective. Collectively, agates are used to balance the digestive system, stomach, and lymphatic system.
However, it's really hard to talk too much about Agate as an entire group because there are SO many, and they all take on this energy in slightly different ways. So, here are some of the more common Agates you are likely to come across, and a little bit about how you can work with them. I also want to mention that Agates are VERY frequently artificially dyed - dark blue tumbled stones sold as agate are, sadly, pretty much always dyed glass. You also have to look out for this when purchasing agate slices, which are sometimes painted glass.
AMETHYST SAGE AGATE: This is a very rare form of agate with a purple background and black markings; it helps to bring about a balanced social life.
BANDED AGATE: I'm calling "Banded Agate" anything that does not fit into any of the below categories (typically, slices fall into this category - if the Agate slice is a specific type of Agate, it will be specified.) Plain ole' banded agate crystallizes in earthy colors - grey, sandy brown, cream, etc. These are the most grounding of the Agates, and also the most mentally stimulating - these little guys are excellent for boosting concentration, focus, and analytical abilities. This is also the best type of agate if you're wanting a crystal to balance your digestive system and stomach. These little guys are extremely grounding and centering, so you can rub one when feeling stressed or unbalanced.
BOTSWANA AGATE: Botswana Agate is grey with light pink bands - its probably one of my favorite agates for its simple beauty. These are wonderful for stimulating artistic expression, so they're highly recommended for artists, writers, musicians, and anyone involved in the arts. Additionally, this is the very best stone of the entire mineral kingdom for helping one to quit smoking, and can be added to a mojo bag with other crystals for cutting addictions (such as amethyst, ametrine, or fire agate.) It is also a protective talisman for firemen, and protects against fires.
BLACK AGATE. Sometimes, black agate has subtle white bands, but some specimens are pure black, so it can be hard to tell what you're looking at. Black Agate is going to be the most protective of the agates, and is wonderful for older people to help them maintain physical balance and coordination; like blue lace agate, the black variety is also used in cases of arthritis to mobilize the joints (I would make this into an elixir and rub onto the joints - see my blog post on crystal elixirs for more info on this.)
BLOOD AGATE: Sometimes known as Pigeon's Blood, this is just another way of saying Red Agate. These specimens are wonderful for the root chakra (check out my blog post on the root chakra for more on this), grounding, stabilizing, and encouraging fertility, creativity, and passion for life.
BLUE LACE AGATE: Blue lace agates are beautiful light blue with bands of darker blue, and they're very common. This is one of the most important crystals for the throat chakra, releasing suppressed emotions and helping you to communicate these truths and emotions honestly. In addition to being one of the best stones for self - expression, Blue lace agates are wonderful for bringing inner peace and alleviating stress. They have a cooling effect on anger or frustration, dissolving these red-energy emotional states. Physically, Blue lace agate is used to cool various forms of inflammation - fevers, skin rashes, arthritis, high blood pressure, etc., and is also used to balance the thyroid and soothe a sore throat (for this, make blue lace agate into an elixir - see my blog post on this for more info on making crystal elixirs.)
CRACKLED FIRE AGATE: These are a little bit difficult to describe - true crackled fire agates are bright orange with little circular patterns reminiscent of crackling fire, but any agate specimen with a flicker of orangey/red could also be considered Crackled Fire Agate. These specimens work very similar energetically to Fire Agate, stimulating creativity, sexual libido, fertility, and balancing the root chakra.
CRAZY LACE AGATE: These are a rusty red color. This agate is a gentle absorber of emotional pain, so I like to add them to mojo bags with Apache Tears, Amethyst, and/or Aquamarine to absorb grief.
DENDRITIC AGATE: Is beautiful and covered in fern-like markings - you'll rarely find me without my Dendritic Agate ring. Use dendritic agate to attract abundance by carrying it with you or placing in your wealth corner (the farthest left corner of your home or apartment, from your front door.)
ENHYDRO AGATE: These are agate geodes filled with water - they are incredibly rare, cool, and expensive. The enhydro form of any stone is ideal for meditatively accessing the Akashic Records, remembering and learning from past lives, and act as excellent fertility charms.
FIRE AGATE: Fire Agate is easily identifiable because it has distinct nodules. The polished variety is an explosion of beautiful color. This is one of my favorite crystals for the root chakra (check out that blog post for more on this.) Fire Agate also helps to eliminate destructive desires, regardless of what these are, stimulate creativity, and are very sexual little crystals that can balance sexual dysfunctions, encourage fertility, and stimulate libido.
GREEN AGATE: Green Agates are mental boosters, helping with decision-making and mental flexibility. They can also be used to help settle disputes.
MOSS AGATE: Moss Agate is mostly green with little markings. Plants LOVE moss agate, and this is one of the most common stones used by crystal healers to boost the immune system and treat/prevent colds and the flu. This is a good luck charm for childbirth, and Moss Agate is also said to be protective during a breakup. This is your agate for promoting optimism and alleviating depression, and also helps to manifest abundance.
PINK AGATE: Lately, I have been seeing "Apricot Agate" on the market, and have never bought one - whenever I see a fruity-named stone, that's a pretty strong indicator to me that I might be looking at a fake (I'll have to ask about that and post my findings.) These "Apricot Agates" are pink in color, but again, I'm not sure they are the same thing as actual, pink Agate.. Actual pink Agate is a wonderful stone for alleviating tensions within the parent-child relationship, and cultivating love between parent and child.
SILVER LEAF AGATE: These rare agates will open you up to receive abundance, so make great additions to a mojo bag for this purpose.
SNAKESKIN AGATE: This stone is pretty distinct for its leathery surface. These are obtainable, but not as common as some of the other agates I have discussed here. Like Apache Tears, these guys grant energetic invisibility, helping you to keep a low profile and remain unseen, channeling the energy of the snake. It is used by crystal healers to treat skin problems, especially psoriasis, and smooth wrinkles - for this, make the snakeskin agate into an elixir and rub onto the skin (see my blog post for crystal elixirs if you need help with this.)
TREE AGATE: Tree Agate is white with what looks like little tree markings on its surface; not to be confused with dendritic agate (I have heard these titles used interchangeably, and this is incorrect - they are not the same stone.) Tree Agate is also good for patience, endurance, and perseverance - this is the crystal I chose to hold when getting a tattoo, to help me persevere through the pain. Plants love Tree Agate, too, so tuck these little guys into the pots of any plants you have in your home or garden.
TURITELLA AGATE: Turitella Agate is literally covered with tiny fossils, so is very easy to identify. This is a wonderful stone to meditate with to access ancient wisdom, and connect you to your roots (I always recommend breaking this stone out around Halloween, when our ancestors are around and wanting to connect.)
WIND FOSSIL AGATE: Wind Fossil agate is black with white markings, and is not to be confused with Turitella Agate, which contains a bunch of little fossils. I have sometimes seen Wind Fossil Agate sold as simply Fossil Agate, but it refers to the same mineral. Wind Fossil agates are wonderful for patiently waiting for change, and bringing endurance during a difficult time.
Phew! I don't expect you to sit down and read this in one sitting, but hopefully it acts as a nice little reference for when you want a quick description of an agate you may come across. New specimens - and new names for the old specimens - are constantly being added to the market, but I tried to cover at least all of the stand-by agates here. Thanks for reading, hopefully it helps. Blessings to you :)
Thursday, March 31, 2016
YOUR GUIDE TO LABRADORITE
Hey & crystal blessings! I hope you're enjoying the disciplined influence of the Capricorn moon, and are finding yourself checking things off your to-do list. Even though this may not be the most "fun" of the lunar transits, it certainly can prove helpful.
So. In the no-nonsense spirit of the Cappy Moon, let's get right down to talking about one of my personal favorite crystals, labradorite.
Labradorite is a beautiful blue/grey member of the feldspar family known for its breathtaking iridescence, which makes it very easy to identify. Its name is derived from the Labrador Peninsula in Canada, where it was originally discovered in 1770 - however, there is evidence that the Inuits have worked with this stone for quite some time, believing that the Northern Lights sprung from it. I have heard "Spectrolite" and "Labradorite" used interchangeably, and this is incorrect. Spectrolite was discovered somewhat later (1970) in Finland; it is a specific type of Labradorite which depicts the entire color spectrum (hence the name) - this distinction is important because, not only are these stones physically different, but are not treated as one in the same in terms of their properties and energy signature. Nuumite, which is pretty hot on the crystal market right now, is another relative of Labradorite (but that's for a future blog post.)
Labradorite is one of the most important crystals for the third eye, and drawing out your innate witchy abilities - telepathy, clairvoyance, astral travel, spirit guide communication, tarot cards and other forms of divination, past-life work, psychic abilities...basically, this is the stone for all your New-Age needs. Labradorite earrings are particularly good if you're interested in consulting your spirit guides and hearing their messages, and labradorite rings are a must-have for witches, enhancing the ability to send, as well as receive, magic. Place a labradorite specimen on your third eye (between your two physical eyes) for a few minutes each day, and I can pretty much promise that you'll start to notice a difference.
However, if you're not necessarily trying to open your third eye, have an out-of-body experience, or divine the future, this is still a really good stone to have in your collection - it is a powerful de-stresser, radiating calming blue-ray energy, and can also be used to alleviate fear and insecurity. Labradorite also stimulates the imagination (Pineapple Amethyst, Botswana Agate, and Alexandrite are also really good crystals to use for this, and pair well with Labradorite) and is a very supportive for when you're going through change, encouraging perseverance (Agates are good for this also, especially Tree Agate.)
You know how some people are so negative that even just being around them makes you feel drained, tired, and altogether uncomfortable? Wearing or carrying labradorite provides you with a little energetic shield to protect you against such energy depletions. Labradorite also removes attachments that sometimes plague your aura when someone sends negative thoughts your way - whether intentional or not, these can be quite disruptive to your life, so its good to clear 'em out.
Physically, crystal healers use labradorite to treat colds, gout, rheumatism, high blood pressure, menstrual discomforts, and eye problems. It also helps to energetically regulate the metabolism.
So these are the main uses of labradorite, a total must-have for your crystal collection. It's very available on the market right now, so you should have no trouble finding this crystal beauty. Its vibration is very user-friendly, so its a great entry-level stone for third eye work (though still intense.) Have fun & enjoy ;)
So. In the no-nonsense spirit of the Cappy Moon, let's get right down to talking about one of my personal favorite crystals, labradorite.
Labradorite is a beautiful blue/grey member of the feldspar family known for its breathtaking iridescence, which makes it very easy to identify. Its name is derived from the Labrador Peninsula in Canada, where it was originally discovered in 1770 - however, there is evidence that the Inuits have worked with this stone for quite some time, believing that the Northern Lights sprung from it. I have heard "Spectrolite" and "Labradorite" used interchangeably, and this is incorrect. Spectrolite was discovered somewhat later (1970) in Finland; it is a specific type of Labradorite which depicts the entire color spectrum (hence the name) - this distinction is important because, not only are these stones physically different, but are not treated as one in the same in terms of their properties and energy signature. Nuumite, which is pretty hot on the crystal market right now, is another relative of Labradorite (but that's for a future blog post.)
Labradorite is one of the most important crystals for the third eye, and drawing out your innate witchy abilities - telepathy, clairvoyance, astral travel, spirit guide communication, tarot cards and other forms of divination, past-life work, psychic abilities...basically, this is the stone for all your New-Age needs. Labradorite earrings are particularly good if you're interested in consulting your spirit guides and hearing their messages, and labradorite rings are a must-have for witches, enhancing the ability to send, as well as receive, magic. Place a labradorite specimen on your third eye (between your two physical eyes) for a few minutes each day, and I can pretty much promise that you'll start to notice a difference.
However, if you're not necessarily trying to open your third eye, have an out-of-body experience, or divine the future, this is still a really good stone to have in your collection - it is a powerful de-stresser, radiating calming blue-ray energy, and can also be used to alleviate fear and insecurity. Labradorite also stimulates the imagination (Pineapple Amethyst, Botswana Agate, and Alexandrite are also really good crystals to use for this, and pair well with Labradorite) and is a very supportive for when you're going through change, encouraging perseverance (Agates are good for this also, especially Tree Agate.)
You know how some people are so negative that even just being around them makes you feel drained, tired, and altogether uncomfortable? Wearing or carrying labradorite provides you with a little energetic shield to protect you against such energy depletions. Labradorite also removes attachments that sometimes plague your aura when someone sends negative thoughts your way - whether intentional or not, these can be quite disruptive to your life, so its good to clear 'em out.
Physically, crystal healers use labradorite to treat colds, gout, rheumatism, high blood pressure, menstrual discomforts, and eye problems. It also helps to energetically regulate the metabolism.
So these are the main uses of labradorite, a total must-have for your crystal collection. It's very available on the market right now, so you should have no trouble finding this crystal beauty. Its vibration is very user-friendly, so its a great entry-level stone for third eye work (though still intense.) Have fun & enjoy ;)
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT GREEN APATITE
Hi and crystal blessings! Hope everyone has enjoyed the last few days of the Sagittarius Moon energy - for some reason, I have actually been pretty stressed out and emotionally off despite the usual laid-back vibe of this lunar transit (though I suppose you can't blame the moon for everything!) I did want to mention that tonight around 10 P.M. the moon goes void between Sagittarius and Capricorn - all this means to you is that this isn't a super great time to start anything, so don't sit down to write that paper, because you'll find your creative juices just aren't flowing. Tomorrow, the moon will enter serious Cappy, so we'll be in the mood to get things done and attend to our responsibilities, so whatever you were thinking about getting started tonight, just wait 'till tomorrow!
I'm really wanting to get back to focusing on specific crystals in my blog posts, and spending the entire time exploring their energetic signature and all the cool ways you can work with them. Today, the crystal I want to push into the spotlight is GREEN APATITE.
That's right. Not blue. Not yellow. These are the apatites everyone is always wanting to talk about, and perhaps rightfully so - I'm wearing my blue apatite ring as we speak, and I never do any form of public speaking without my blue apatite wrap (don't worry, I'll post about these varieties of apatite, too!) But, the green variety, being slightly less common, tends to get skipped over completely, which is a total shame - these little guys have an EXTREMELY user-friendly, nonthreatening energy, so even people who don't work a lot with crystals tend to really like them (this makes them particularly good for kids, too.)
Green apatite does most of the cool things it's blue and yellow siblings do - they all are beneficial to people with social discomfort or anxiety, bringing social ease, charisma, and dissolving an aura of aloofness. The apatites are also good at cultivating a healthy relationship with food, and can therefore be helpful little crystal companions for dieting.
I like to recommend this stone particularly to Sun Sign VIRGOS because Green apatite is extremely soothing and calming to the nerves. Typically, Virgos are more abundant with nervous energy than any other sign of the zodiac, always trying to burn it off by running errands, doing chores around the house, working out, or even with mental activities and distractions. Plus, Virgoans are grounded, and will also appreciate the earth connection provided by this stone in addition to the soothing effect it has on their nerves.
As you probably could have guessed by the green color, this is a wonderful stone for the HEART CHAKRA. It is used by crystal healers to treat physical conditions of the heart, and this is a great stone for understanding the karmic routes for your current emotional circumstances (meditate with your green apatite or place it under your pillow to gain such karmic insight.) Additionally, you should wear this stone if you are trying to shed any unhealthy habits you may have in your relationships, or are trying to improve your communication skills with your significant other. This is also a wonderful crystal for soothing heartbreak.
Green apatites are unique because they carry the emotional energy of the green ray combined with the mental energy of an apatite. What this means to you is that this crystal will balance your mental and emotional selves, so is beneficial to people who tend to gravitate toward one of these to an unhealthy extent, instead teaching you to appeal to both your emotions AND intellect when going about daily life and making decisions.
This is also a good crystal companion for TEACHERS and HEALERS, as it helps you to put energy out (as both of these occupations require you to do), while still maintaining some inner balance. If you are a healer, you should definitely be interested in green apatite, as it helps with the transfer of healing energy during reiki or healing touch sessions. It's also great to use in a crystal treatment, as witch's use this stone to amplify the effects of other crystals (and it can also make you more sensitive to crystal energy.)
As with most green stones, green apatite manifests ABUNDANCE and is a wonderful companion for people who have unhealthy relationships with or attachments to money - for this, pair it with almandine garnet (the most common, wine red variety.) Not only is this emotionally beneficial, but according to the law of attraction, will then attract abundance.
Green apatite is a great stone to carry around after battling an illness that really took a piece out of you, or suffering emotional pain or difficulty - its vibe, which can only be described as fresh and spring-like, is rejuvenating and restorative.
So, that's a little bit about a vastly underappreciated apatite and some of the cool ways you can work with it. While you will likely not find a green apatite at any ole' new age shop, most mineral stores will have them, and they are definitely available online.
Thanks for stopping! :)
~The Crystal Witch
I'm really wanting to get back to focusing on specific crystals in my blog posts, and spending the entire time exploring their energetic signature and all the cool ways you can work with them. Today, the crystal I want to push into the spotlight is GREEN APATITE.
That's right. Not blue. Not yellow. These are the apatites everyone is always wanting to talk about, and perhaps rightfully so - I'm wearing my blue apatite ring as we speak, and I never do any form of public speaking without my blue apatite wrap (don't worry, I'll post about these varieties of apatite, too!) But, the green variety, being slightly less common, tends to get skipped over completely, which is a total shame - these little guys have an EXTREMELY user-friendly, nonthreatening energy, so even people who don't work a lot with crystals tend to really like them (this makes them particularly good for kids, too.)
Green apatite does most of the cool things it's blue and yellow siblings do - they all are beneficial to people with social discomfort or anxiety, bringing social ease, charisma, and dissolving an aura of aloofness. The apatites are also good at cultivating a healthy relationship with food, and can therefore be helpful little crystal companions for dieting.
I like to recommend this stone particularly to Sun Sign VIRGOS because Green apatite is extremely soothing and calming to the nerves. Typically, Virgos are more abundant with nervous energy than any other sign of the zodiac, always trying to burn it off by running errands, doing chores around the house, working out, or even with mental activities and distractions. Plus, Virgoans are grounded, and will also appreciate the earth connection provided by this stone in addition to the soothing effect it has on their nerves.
As you probably could have guessed by the green color, this is a wonderful stone for the HEART CHAKRA. It is used by crystal healers to treat physical conditions of the heart, and this is a great stone for understanding the karmic routes for your current emotional circumstances (meditate with your green apatite or place it under your pillow to gain such karmic insight.) Additionally, you should wear this stone if you are trying to shed any unhealthy habits you may have in your relationships, or are trying to improve your communication skills with your significant other. This is also a wonderful crystal for soothing heartbreak.
Green apatites are unique because they carry the emotional energy of the green ray combined with the mental energy of an apatite. What this means to you is that this crystal will balance your mental and emotional selves, so is beneficial to people who tend to gravitate toward one of these to an unhealthy extent, instead teaching you to appeal to both your emotions AND intellect when going about daily life and making decisions.
This is also a good crystal companion for TEACHERS and HEALERS, as it helps you to put energy out (as both of these occupations require you to do), while still maintaining some inner balance. If you are a healer, you should definitely be interested in green apatite, as it helps with the transfer of healing energy during reiki or healing touch sessions. It's also great to use in a crystal treatment, as witch's use this stone to amplify the effects of other crystals (and it can also make you more sensitive to crystal energy.)
As with most green stones, green apatite manifests ABUNDANCE and is a wonderful companion for people who have unhealthy relationships with or attachments to money - for this, pair it with almandine garnet (the most common, wine red variety.) Not only is this emotionally beneficial, but according to the law of attraction, will then attract abundance.
Green apatite is a great stone to carry around after battling an illness that really took a piece out of you, or suffering emotional pain or difficulty - its vibe, which can only be described as fresh and spring-like, is rejuvenating and restorative.
So, that's a little bit about a vastly underappreciated apatite and some of the cool ways you can work with it. While you will likely not find a green apatite at any ole' new age shop, most mineral stores will have them, and they are definitely available online.
Thanks for stopping! :)
~The Crystal Witch
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