Crystal Clear

I will take a little side bar here into a side of wellness that some may embrace and others pass off as psycho fluff.

Though prevalent for many over the centuries (or millennia), the healing powers of crystals has been considered to act as conduits for the earth’s healing energy.

They are are natural materials used for healing and wellness .Today, these beautiful mineral specimens are making a comeback and are used by practitioners of alternative health, natural healing, and holistic wellness.

But people’s fascination with crystals and other gemstones dates back thousands of years, and Stanford scholar Marisa Galvez s digging into how and why that obsession started.

Marisa Galvez, an associate professor of French and Italian, has been working on a comprehensive history of the relationship between people and crystals through the centuries.

“The physical qualities of crystal make it stand out among other stones,” Galvez said. “Its ability to refract light and its transparent but dark appearance are partially the reason why so many different cultures and societies ascribed magical powers to this stone.”

Crystal healing is a practice that uses the properties of crystals, gemstones and mineral earths to promote health and well being. Crystal healers believe these healers are effective at increasing physical, emotional and spiritual energy while also helping to clear negative emotions such as fear and anxiety. While there is little evidence that crystal healing practices can be used to treat illness or other medical conditions, proponents of this practice believe it can help with a variety of issues including stress relief, insomnia and swelling.

If you’re looking for a little help on your path to wellness, you might want to consider healing crystals. While they may seem like a new-age fad, crystals have been used for centuries in a variety of cultures for their healing properties. From rose quartz to amethyst, each type of crystal is said to offer different benefits.

Whether you believe, or simply enjoy the philosophy,   here is a snapshot of my favourites…

Amazonite

Amazonite beckons in enticing colours of turquoise-green, promising to soothe the spirit and quiet the soul, much like ancient and deep waters. Its energy is as strong as the river it is named after and as fearless as the legendary female warriors with whom it is linked. Nonetheless, it calms the restless, calms the unreasonable, and calms the agitation. It brings harmony and balance to the world.

According to tradition, Amazonite was the stone used to coat the shields of the legendary Amazonian warrior princesses. Amazonite’s majesty and splendour date back many centuries; it was also the gemstone utilised to create the tablets that made up the enigmatic Book of the Dead as well as to embellish Tutankhamun’s temples and tombs. But even leaving big historical associations aside, the Amazonite stone stands out as being unique due to its potent healing abilities and strong linkages to the heart chakra and throat chakra.

Naturally, this was a stone we simply had to incorporate into our Amazonite botanical infused all natural soy candle.  Scented with a  crisp, light and fresh scent is reminiscent of mountain air after a rainfall, it is a great addition to your morning meditation.

Citrine

A stone of the third chakra, which is the energetic power center of the body, citrine catapults a woman into embracing a leadership role, making things happen in business. It is associated with creativity and wealth. Citrine can assist with standing firmly within your personal power, self-confidence, and establishing healthy boundaries in every area of your life.

Amethyst

Amethyst is a natural tranquillizer that reduces stress and tension, calms impatience, stabilizes mood swings, and calms fear, anxiety, and aggression. reduces pain and misery and dispels negativity. Amethyst stimulates psychic skills, opens intuition, and awakens spiritual consciousness. It has great cleansing and healing abilities.

Given the stress of our daily lives and the soothing element of this stone, this simply had to become part of our crystal infused collection.

It’s all about relaxation and our scent story  is all about  escaping to a morning meander through lush lavender fields abloom in Provence, South of France and breathe in the calming scent to soothe your mind, body and spirit.

White Quartz

Because it assists in chakra alignment and energy attuned to all other crystals, clear quartz is referred regarded as the “master healer.” You can access and produce higher levels of consciousness with its help. It can be a highly effective, easily programmed magnifier of energy and intents. As such it is great for meditation and self reflection.

This crystal resonates with us to gain clarity and be symbiotic to a fresh new day.

And so we offer up this great White Quartz meditation candle purposeful for morning meditations or recharging after a full day to recharge. The scent is refreshing and uplifting with naturally dried eucalyptus is a nature inspired scent evokes an overall sensation of relaxation and retreat.

Rose Quartz

I can’t lie… this is my favourite.

The stone symbolizes unwavering love and everyone’s favourite when it comes to romance is rose quartz. It promotes forgiving others as well as ourselves, and it is connected to the heart chakra. The ability to love yourself and receive love from others with an open heart is nurtured and supported by this gem.

This was an easy addition to our crystal infused scented soy candle collection. Rose quartz infused candles with organic naturally dried rose buds, it has been a huge favourite of the Lapin Blond collection.  Our scent story ….Sit comfortably in the quiet early morning in late summer when the garden is lush with gorgeous, big blooms.
What’s not to love?

Though there are many other beautiful crystals to explore , choose the ones that resonate with you best.

So, while crystals may not have any magical powers, they can be a helpful tool for meditation and manifestation. If you are looking to add a little extra boost to your spiritual practice, give crystals a try.

Let me  know what you think!

xoxo  – Sandra

References:

Livescience.com

Tinyrituals.com

MindBodyGreen.com

Healthline.com

Happiful.com

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