We're so excited to be celebrating our 5 year retail anniversary! We started on this journey in 2016 searching for a meaningful way to bring our passion for Reiki, sound healing, and crystals to our community and we're so blessed to have grown, expanded, and connected with so many of you. Here are some of our favorite milestones!
Our hope is that we've touched your lives just as you've touched ours. We look forward to the future as we continue to grow, expand, and connect. We're forever grateful for our amazing community's love and support over the years - thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Blessings,
Laurie & Djuro
Garden Quartz, also known as Lodolite or Scenic Quartz, contains inclusions of other minerals, which in turn creates beautiful landscapes within the stone! These inclusions can resemble gardens, landscapes, or underwater scenes, hence the name Garden Quartz.
This stunning beauty can enhance spiritual growth, promote inner peace, and connect your energy to nature. Its whimsical nature helps you to connect to elemental beings, particularly the fairy realm. It can be used in meditation practices to deepen your connection to the earth or carry Garden Quartz with you when hiking or gardening with the intention of connecting to Mother Earth and the elemental realm.
Garden Quartz has the power to cleanse and align the chakras, helping to remove negative energy and promote emotional healing. It is also said to enhance intuition and psychic abilities, making it a popular choice for those seeking spiritual guidance. It's the perfect crystal to work with if you're exploring other dimensions or tracking into your Akashic records. Energy and sound healing practitioners, wellness professionals, florists, horticulturalists, and those going deep into their spiritual journey can all benefit from using Garden Quartz in their practice.
Garden Quartz is a powerful crystal that can bridge your connection to Mother Earth. Consider adding this mystical stone to your collection and experience its transformative properties for yourself!
Check out our collection of Garden Quartz on line or in our shop!
Do you have a Leo in your life? Leo, the fifth sign of the zodiac, falls between July 23 and August 22. It is represented by a lion and ruled by the Sun. Known for their bold and fiery personalities, Leos are natural leaders who exude confidence and charisma. They are also known for their strong sense of self-expression and creativity. They are passionate, love to be in the spotlight, and are risk-takers. Leos are also fiercely loyal and protective of their loved ones. Their natural ability to thrive in social settings make them the life of the party. They tend to be extroverts and sometimes that comes across as self-centered or attention seeking but they are generous (sometimes to a fault!), warm-hearted, and always lending a hand to those in need.
Sometimes Leos can be stubborn and inflexible, unwilling to see things from another perspective. Their fiery temper can flare up quickly, leading to conflicts with others. It's important for Leos to work on their communication skills and learn to be more open-minded.
Crystals that resonate with Leo's energy are Peridot, Rose Quartz, Citrine, and Diamond Quartz. Leos can work with the vibration of these crystals to enhance positivity and encourage the softening and opening of their Heart Chakra.
Leos can harness their strengths by embracing their creativity and passion. It is important for Leos to remember to balance their need for attention with humility and empathy towards others. They are dynamic and charismatic individuals who bring warmth and energy wherever they go!
Recently, we sat down with Kate of Mamata Kate to talk more about her personal experience with Mindfulness, and how we can benefit from it! Kate has a background in nursing, is a certified mindfulness instructor, and uses her mindfulness practices as well as spiritual guidance and intuition to coach her clients to finding a more peaceful way to move through life.
Tell us a little bit about your background and what sparked your interest in Mindfulness.
I was introduced to Mindfulness when my oldest child began school at Downtown Montessori Academy. He was taught breathing techniques and tools to become more aware of himself and regulate his emotions. I was grateful for these supportive techniques and experienced first hand the benefit of having a mindful child. My background is in nursing and I built on that foundation with accreditations in Fully Accredited Mindfulness for Teenagers and Schools, Mindfulness for Children, Mindfulness for Children diploma, and a Certification for Mindfulness through UWM. I decided to focus on youth because I recognized the positive outcomes in my own children. They have greatly benefited from from being taught self-awareness and have a better understanding of who they are, why they do things (positive or negative), and have a good grasp on self-love.
How would you describe Mindfulness to someone who is unfamiliar with this practice?
Mindfulness is a practice or a mindset of awareness of tuning into self in the present: creating an awareness of what is happening in not only your physical body but also your thoughts, energy, and actions. Having awareness or being mindful of thoughts allows us more freedom to willingly give energy to thoughts instead of unconsciously giving energy to thoughts that may not be in our best interest. Being mindful of your physical placement in the world allows for more observation of your surroundings which in turn will provide you with more information than if you weren't in a state of mindfulness. In both cases, being mindful allows you to make better choices for your mental, emotional, and physical well-being in the present. You are more accepting of outcomes because the journey to get there was less turmoil and more in flow. You tend to experience things more fully because of awareness. You are able to drop preconceptions when you are mindful because when you are immersed in the present moment, the past does not exist. You will also find that you are less judgmental. In a mindful state, or "an observers state", we are observing, taking in information, and not giving it out so the judgment has no place here in the present.
What is a typical experience in one of your classes for children?
Each class focuses on one of the attitudes of mindfulness and we work on a corresponding activity to hold the children's interest. I introduce a breathing technique with a physical prompt for the children to more easily remember. We also participate in a guided meditation. Meditation can be difficult for even the most focused adults so offering a visual experience in their mind's eye can assist in the concentration of meditation. Typically, we'll have time for discussion and I spend a lot of time validating the experience they are having and pointing out when and where they are practicing mindfulness - bringing them into awareness of their awareness!
What are the short term and long term benefits for children?
Instilling these skills into children allows them to understand, accept, and offers a self-awareness and peace of mind. Being mindful will provide children with skills to have more meaningful relationships with people they love, increase self confidence, communicate more effectively and intentionally with others, and to deal with contrast and challenges in a healthy and productive way. In the educational setting, a mindful mindset will pull the child from distractions instead of distractions pulling at the child. A mindful child is able to retain more information and keep focused on tasks for longer periods of time.
What are your favorite tips for parents who are interested in encouraging Mindfulness into their households?
The best advice I could give to encourage that awareness muscle to grow, is to breathe. Breathwork is essential to most practices because it is the most effective regulation tool we have at our fingertips. I introduce at least one breathing technique in each class and parents are always welcome to join in the class. Keeping it quick and easy and something they can easily manage, works best. My other piece of advice is to set aside time to talk. Offering them time, a safe space, and validating their feelings, will build a healthy relationship. Often times children have grievances throughout the day that they ignore, feel they are not justified, or choose to go unheard. When we offer them time, children will respond in such a way that allows their minds freedom from those thoughts and gives them (and you) those opportunities to be present and mindful.
How has Mindfulness continued to impact your life?
I have been practicing mindfulness for almost 20 years and I still have to set the intention to be mindful everyday. It is very intentional for me and my practice does get more effective as time goes on. It is a muscle that requires a regular work out to be beneficial on a daily basis. I love that I have the skills to pull myself out of less than ideal situations. I use mindfulness daily in that aspect. It is an excellent tool for those who “live in their heads” and an incredible tool for grounding yourself.
My family and I practice being mindful in every conversation and interaction we have together. It is incredible to watch my teenage daughter manage complex situations with more maturity than most thirty year olds but it is because she is mindful of all of it. She sees the situation for what it is because she's learned to be in awareness of the present. The present moment is all that is when you drop all that was or all that is to be… And a wise old man said that joy and happiness can only exist in the present moment. And I choose that.
If you're experiencing feelings of hopelessness, nervousness, fear, anger, or insecurity, grounding or earthing may help balance and center your emotions. Intentionally moving your energetic field into a state of stability and strength can improve sleep quality, increase feelings of happiness, contentment, and optimism, and reduce stress. Grounding can also decrease cortisol levels which can positively affect your overall physical and emotional health. Here are some of our favorite ways to ground and center.
Meditation and Breathwork
Meditating even a short time each day (15 minutes or less) can cultivate an inner peace and a sense of awareness. Our favorite tool for guided meditations is the Insight Timer app. It's free, easy to use, and has a diverse variety of options. Breathwork is consciously altering your breathing pattern in a state of meditation to produce a positive physical, emotional, and energetic state.
Spending Time in Nature
The closest way to commune with Mother Earth and her natural rhythms is to spend time outside immersed in forests, trees, parks, or prairies. Activities such as hiking, swimming, gardening, and connecting to the ground in bare feet, can help you sync up with the Earth's heartbeat. Perform these activities with intentions for grounding and releasing of unwanted energy and give gratitude to Mother Earth for her unwavering support!
Essential Oils
We love to incorporate essential oils into our daily lives for grounding and centering. You can diffuse them in your space or apply them to pulse points or to the bottom of your feet. The most effective grounding oils are those derived from roots, rhizome or trees. For example Vetiver, Spikenard, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and our own blend, Rooted.
Work with Crystals
Crystals can support and align you through the day. Our favorite grounding crystals are Black Tourmaline, Obsidian, Tiger Eye, Smoky Quartz, and Jasper. They will help to keep you protected and secure. Carry them in your pockets, wear as jewelry, or place in strategic spots in your space to balance and center their energy. Because of their protective nature, they will need to be cleansed often by smudging, Selenite, or sound vibrational instruments.
Root Chakra
Sometimes we're not grounded because our Root Chakra is out of balance. When it is out of alignment, too open or blocked, you may feel unmotivated, anxious, fearful, angry, insecure, stuck, or exhausted. When the energy isn't flowing properly, you'll likely feel disconnected from the earth or emotions of stubbornness and greed may creep in. Feelings of insecurity and shame often stem from childhood or ancestral trauma and these manifest in blockages at the Root Chakra. There are tools to remove these blockages. See our blog post on the Root Chakra for more information.
Sound Healing
Sound vibrational instruments such as Tibetan singing bowls and drums can help move blockages and unwanted energy. To amplify the experience, try placing your feet in a large singing bowl while it's being played. You can also use these instruments in your daily meditation practice.
Reiki and Biomat
Reiki energy healing sessions improve the flow of energy through our chakras and can improve our over health. As stagnant energy is released and a health flow of energy returns to your body, you become grounded and centered. The biomat uses a combination of infra-red rays and Amethyst to soothe all body systems and leave you feeling refreshed and at peace.
Learning how to ground can be the key to finding balance and peace in your life. It can restore your energy levels, improve your focus and clarity of thought, and reduce inflammation. You may find yourself feeling more connected to the world around you, more in tune with your body's natural rhythms, and more at peace with the challenges life may bring!
One of the most frequent questions in the shop is regarding cleansing, charging, and caring for crystals. Their unique properties can benefit your well-being but they also require some proper care from you to maintain their energy and beauty. Here are some of our favorite ways to care for your collection!
Cleanse the Energy
Special Care
Damage or Loss
Set Intentions
Taking care of your crystal collection will ensure that your crystals remain energetically vibrant and ready to support you on your spiritual journey. Remember to treat your crystals with respect and gratitude, and they will continue to bring positivity and healing into your life!
What is the Throat Chakra?
The Throat Chakra also known as Vishuddha in Sanskrit, plays a crucial role in our ability to communicate effectively, express ourselves authentically, and our ability to truly listen. The Throat Chakra is the fifth chakra in the body's energy system, located at the base of the throat which governs our communication, self-expression, and ability to speak our truth. It resonates with the color blue, the Ether or space element, it's associated with the G note, and the mantra Ham. The symbol is a descending triangle in the middle of a circle surrounded by sixteen petals of the lotus flower. When the Throat Chakra is balanced, we can articulate our thoughts clearly, listen attentively, and express ourselves with confidence.
How to Balance Your Throat Chakra
An imbalance in the Throat Chakra can manifest in various ways, such as difficulty expressing yourself, fear of speaking up, or feeling misunderstood. This can be caused by past trauma, societal influences and restrictions, past lives, or current living situations. Physical symptoms may include throat issues, neck pain, or thyroid problems. Or you may experience anxiety, low self-esteem, frustration, loss of control, stagnant, or feelings of depression.
There are several techniques to balance the Throat Chakra. Try incorporating Breathwork meditations and Reiki sessions into your self-care routine. Crystals we suggest to work with are Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, Aquamarine, and Blue Kyanite. Blue crystals work best! Something as simple as using your vocal cords such as chanting or singing can help remove blockages. Speaking up for yourself or others who are vulnerable can stimulate and restore energy to the Throat Chakra. Yoga poses such as Cat/Cow, Lion's Pose, Cobra, or Fish Pose circulate energy to the Throat Chakra. Lavender and Frankincense essential oils have a calming effect on the body and in turn can encourage personal expression. Use in a diffuser blend in your work space or wear on pulse points when in need of support. Working with Archangel Gabriel, the angel of communication and transformation, can help remove blockages and restore integrity to your Throat Chakra.
Speak Your Truth
When the Throat Chakra is balanced, we experience improved communication skills, enhanced self-expression, and a greater sense of authenticity. We can speak our truth confidently, set boundaries, and connect with others on a deeper level. A balanced Throat Chakra empowers us to express ourselves with clarity and integrity.
Understanding and nurturing the Throat Chakra is essential for fostering healthy communication and self-expression. By incorporating practices that support the Throat Chakra into our daily routine, we can cultivate a greater sense of authenticity and connection in our interactions with others.
Symbol: 
Element: Ether or space
Color: Blue
Location: Base of the throat
Kundalini energy is a powerful force that is often described as a dormant energy that lies coiled at the base of the spine, waiting to be awakened. It's been depicted as a coiled serpent at the base of the spine. It's also associated with the Divine Feminine, which is present in every body. When awakened, this energy is said to rise through the chakras, leading to spiritual enlightenment and a profound sense of awareness.
How Can Kundalini Energy be Awakened?
There are various practices and techniques that are believed to awaken Kundalini energy, such as basic yoga poses for beginners, meditation, breathwork, and energy healing sessions. These practices aim to purify the energy channels in the body, allowing the Kundalini energy to rise and activate the higher chakras. Activating Kundalini can be experienced as the following.
Kundalini energy is powerful and the awakening process should be done with an amount of caution. Be sure your physical body is supported and do not attempt awakening during a short term illness or a chronic condition that is not controlled or currently in treatment. Practicing a regular self-care routine and having access to wellness tools can help mitigate any challenges. Regular exercise, refraining from alcohol and other substances, fueling your body with nourishing organic unprocessed foods and staying well-hydrated are ways to keep your physical body supported during the process.
Working with crystals can open and stimulate Kundalini energy. We suggest Kundalini Citrine, Shiva Lingam, Serpentine, and Ruby Spinel. Garnet can be used to help control the energy. Certain crystal shapes can also tap into Kundalini energy such as mushrooms, flames, and shiva lingams.
Support your body, mind, and spirit with essential oils such as Lavender, Frankincense, Geranium, Peppermint, and Rosemary. Our Divine Feminine roller blend can also encourage and support you during the process.
Benefits of Kundalini Awakening
Those who have experienced a Kundalini awakening often report a heightened sense of awareness, spiritual growth, and a deeper connection to the Universe and Source. It is said to bring about a profound transformation in one's life, leading to a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment. The awakening of Kundalini energy is believed to unlock a person's full potential and lead to a state of bliss and enlightenment.
While the concept of Kundalini energy may seem esoteric to some, it has a long history in various spiritual traditions and is still practiced by many today. Exploring Kundalini energy can be a transformative journey towards greater self-awareness and well-being!
July's birthstone Ruby is considered one of the four precious stones, along with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds. They emit a vibrant glow and have long been revered in jewelry making.
Rubies been used throughout history as amulets and talismans to protect and ward off negative energy. They were used by soldiers and warriors on the battlefield for courage and strength. It removes blockages related to fear and transmutes that energy into a higher vibration and frequency. When we function through a higher state we are authentic and in alignment with our true soul's purpose. We stand up for ourselves and for those who are vulnerable. These are true acts of courage and bravery.
Rubies can stabilize life force energy and balance the Root Chakra. The Root Chakra governs our safety and security. When it is blocked or out of balance we can experience feelings of hopelessness, disconnection, restlessness, procrastination, and insecurity. Rubies encourage a positive frame of mind, transmuting any intrusive negative thoughts. Wear Ruby jewelry or use a piece held on your Root Chakra during meditation.
Rubies can also ward off psychic attacks. Psychic attacks are low lying or negative energies directed into your energy field. It can be intentional or unintentional. They feed off our energy, draining our life force, and creating physical and emotional dysfunctions including headaches, anxiety, mood swings, insomnia, and poor digestive issues. They are disruptive and interfere with your daily living. Carry Ruby with you and keep it in your bedroom if you are experiencing a psychic attack.
Rubies are an ideal crystal for those in the military, athletes, students, public speakers, and first responders such as fire fighters and police officers. Embrace the protective and stimulating energy of Ruby into your life!
Check out our collection of Ruby on our website or in our shops!
What is sacred geometry?
Sacred geometry is a term used to describe the mathematical and geometric patterns that are believed to hold spiritual significance. These patterns can be found in nature, art, and architecture, and are thought to represent the fundamental building blocks of the universe. Practitioners of sacred geometry may use these patterns as tools for meditation, visualization, and manifestation. By focusing on the shapes and symbols, you can align yourself with the cosmic energies and access deeper spiritual truths. The patterns are often seen as a way to connect with the Divine, to understand the underlying order of the universe, and to tap into higher levels of consciousness.
What is the meaning of the Flower of Life sacred geometry?
The Flower of Life has been described as holding the blueprint for the entire Universe. The Flower of Life is a fascinating and intricate pattern that has been revered for centuries for its beauty and spiritual significance. It is a geometric pattern that is made up of multiple evenly-spaced, 19 overlapping and interlocking circles and said to contain the basic building blocks of the universe and is a symbol of creation and interconnectedness.
It symbolizes creation, harmony, a visual depiction of life, and reminds us of the unity of everything and is the basic template for everything in existence. Many believe that meditating on the Flower of Life can help unlock higher levels of consciousness and connect with the Divine and the universal energy that flows through all things. Geometric patterns can be found within it, including sacred geometry shapes such as Metatron’s Cube, and the Merkaba.
How can I use scared geometry?
There are many ways to incorporate the Flower of Life into your daily life. You can wear jewelry featuring the pattern, place a Flower of Life crystal grid or etched decor in your home, or even create your own artwork inspired by the sacred geometry. By surrounding yourself with the energy of the Flower of Life, you can invite harmony and balance into your life.
Whether you are drawn to the beauty of the Flower of Life or intrigued by its spiritual significance, incorporating this sacred geometry into your life can bring a sense of peace and harmony. Take some time to explore the pattern, meditate on its meaning, and see how it can enhance your spiritual journey!
Archangel Gabriel is often depicted with a trumpet, symbolizing the call to awaken and listen to divine guidance being offered. Gabriel's presence is believed to bring messages of hope, inspiration, and transformation. He is known as "the messenger" and by tuning into the wisdom of this angelic being, individuals can learn to express themselves authentically, communicate effectively, and tap into their creative potential. Journalists, photographers, managers, therapists, or anyone who works in an environment that fosters positive and honest communication would benefit from working this archangel.
Archangel Gabriel is also known to work with those for fertility, conception, pregnancy, and birth. He can also be called upon to integrate and nurture our inner child. Healing the inner child can help move you from a place of wounding, self-sabotaging behaviors, and inadequate coping mechanisms to a place of healthy relationships and boundaries. Educators, child care workers, OB/GYN healthcare professionals, mothers, or anyone in the process of healing can benefit from his guidance.
Working with certain crystals and Archangel Gabriel can break down barriers that keep us from speaking our truth. When we speak with our authentic voice, we are communicating through our heart space and divine source which cultivates a deeper connection with our spiritual essence. Mookaite, Sodalite, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Kyanite, and Celestite can help aid you in this transition. Moonstone, Citrine, Honey Calcite, and Rose Quartz are powerful crystals to work with as mothers or those on their fertility journey.
In "Connecting with the Angels Made Easy" by Kyle Gray, Gray offers a prayer to invoke Archangel Gabriel.
Dear Gabriel, archangel of pure nurturing love,
Thank you for shining your energy over my life.
I allow you to work with me in sharing my truths with integrity and for the highest good of my spiritual growth.
Thank you, too, for helping me see through the eyes of my inner child so I can see that life is full of opportunity, joy and wonder.
It feels so good to know your maternal guiding light is in my heart today.
And so it is!
Whether you are facing challenges, seeking clarity, or simply looking for spiritual guidance, connecting with Archangel Gabriel can provide comfort and direction on your journey towards greater awareness and enlightenment.
We love working with the Archangels and we feel their support and guidance daily. Opening up to this Divine energy can bring about profound shifts in your life to help you align with your soul purpose and become your authentic self!
As the longest day of the year, the Summer Solstice holds great spiritual significance in many cultures around the world. This astronomical event marks the official beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere and is a time of connecting with nature and celebrating the Light within all of us!
The Summer Solstice is a time of abundance, growth, and renewal. We connect with humanity, honor the sun's energy, and celebrate personal growth and evolution. Intentions that were set in the winter months are now coming to fruition. Some believe that the solstice is a powerful time for manifestation and spiritual awakening as the sun is a powerful portal for tapping into messages from the Divine consciousness. When we are open, we can receive messages and blessings of healing, Divine wisdom, and support for our spiritual journey. If you feel called to start a new project, know this is the space when creativity energy is at an all time high!
Honor the longest stretch of daylight during the year by connecting with nature and the Light within. Your inner power illuminates and expands as you follow the desires of your heart and soul. Offer yourself forgiveness and seek new beginnings in this transformative energy. You have the capacity for change and for bringing Light into the world!
Capture this expansive energy for transformation by setting intentions in a crystal grid, journaling, or creating a vision board. Crystals that hold the energy of the Summer Solstice are Sunstone, Citrine, Amber, Moss Agate, Peach Selenite, and Honey Calcite. Incorporate them in your meditation practice or work with them in a way so they can support you during this special time of year.
Whether you choose to participate in a special ceremony or simply take a moment to appreciate the changing of the seasons, the Summer Solstice offers a unique opportunity to tap into the spiritual energy of the sun and the natural world!
