I've started researching the best stones for each astrological sign. Here's my first blog post to which I have added this research. First, let me tell you about the healing properties of this gorgeous stone. Peridot is a powerful cleanser. It releases and neutralizes toxins on all levels. It alleviates jealousy, resentment, spite, bitterness, irritation, hatred, and greed. Peridot also reduces stress, anger, and guilt. Peridot opens our hearts to joy and new relationships. It enhances confidence and assertion, motivating growth and change. Sharpens and opens the mind to new levels of awareness. It banishes lethargy, apathy, and exhaustion. Peridot enables you to take responsibility for your own life. Peridot strengthens the immune system, metabolism, and benefits the skin. It aids disorders of the...
In the realm of physical healing, Pearls have been used throughout history to help treat the digestive tract, muscular system, and skin. Pearls can zen you out. Known as a powerful Shen (spirit) stabilizer, it supports mood stability with its soothing and calming nature. Its spirit-building capabilities can help to relieve the uneasiness, nervousness, anxiety, and tension associated with occasional stress, leaving you cool, calm, and collected. Prayer/Meditation for Pearls I give thanks to God for this day, in which my dream will flourish, my plans will succeed, my destiny will be assured, and the desire of my heart will be granted in Jesus' name. The money I need will know my name and address before the end of this month. As...
I can't think of this stone without thinking of my grandmother. My dad's mom was named Opal. While my grandmother didn't possess all of the qualities of the stone, she was most certainly creative. She was quite the painter. But, I digress. Now, that I've told you about my connection to this stone, let me tell you about the stone itself. Opal soothes and clears the emotions and boosts the will to live. It ignites optimism, enthusiasm, and creativity and allows for the release of inhibitions inspiring love and passion. Opal stimulates flashes of intuition and insight, yet is a protective stone for deep inner work and meditation. It enhances creativity. Prayer/Meditation for Opal Dear angels above, I know you're...
This is my go-to stone for keeping negativity at bay. Whenever a client tells me that they just need to get rid of the bad stuff in their lives and protect themselves from toxicity, Onyx is at the top of my list. Plus, it such a stunning stone. Here's a little bit of information about the properties of Onyx just in case you didn't know. A powerful protection stone, Black Onyx absorbs and transforms negative energy and helps to prevent the drain of personal energy. Black Onyx aids the development of emotional and physical strength and stamina, especially when support is needed during times of stress, confusion, or grief. Black Onyx fosters wise decision-making. Wear Black Onyx to encourage happiness...
As Father's Day approaches, the first Father's Day without my dad being here, I find myself gravitating toward the gifts my father bestowed upon me. Not just the physical gifts, but all the wonderful life lessons he taught me. I get my love of rocks from my dad. Growing up, both of my parents worked in agriculture, that meant we didn't have a lot of money. My dad supplemented our monthly groceries by hunting and fishing which meant he would be away from home some weekends. To show me that he missed me when he was away, he would always bring me a gift from his trips. His gifts were always rocks from the area where he was hunting. Because...
