Carnelian

Carnelian is a stone I’ve not used a great amount myself but heard such great reports about it I wanted to investigate further.  Carnelian (also known as cornelian) is a brownish-red mineral which derives its name from the Latin word meaning flesh coloured.

During Roman times Carnelian was used widely to make engraved gems for signet or seal rings for imprinting a seal with wax on correspondence or other important documents as hot wax does not stick to carnelian.  Previously, Carnelian was believed to give the wearer courage in battle and to help timid speakers become eloquent and bold. 

Carnelian is a fantastic energy booster and is ideal for those who wish to increase their overall vitality during illness.  It stimulates the will to live, helps with mental focus and improves appetite.   

A stimulating stone which supports qualities of leadership, courage and creativity.  It activates the Root, Sacral and Solar Plexus chakras, influences the female re-productive organs and can increase fertility. 

Carnelian is one of few crystals which has the ability cleanse other stones.

I’ve now replaced the Lapis Lazuli pendulum with some carnelian in my pillowcase as I could always do with an energy boost.  I have a few important meetings in the next few weeks so I will be either wearing or carrying Carnelian with me. 

As always, thanks for reading and any questions or comments, I’d love to hear from you below.

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Quick disclaimer; I am not a medical practitioner so therefore I’m not prescribing.  All of my blog posts are based on complementary therapies and not as a replacement for conventional medicine.  

Quartz

One of the most common and versatile of crystals, clear quartz is also known as crystal quartz or rock crystal.  If you only have one crystal in your collection, this really is the one to have. 

Quartz crystals have piezoelectric properties, meaning if you vigorously rub two pieces of quartz together you may see flashes of yellowy/green light which is piezo-electricty.  Hence, the quartz clock, crystal radios, microphones and radio transmitters are everyday devices which use quartz crystal energy. 

Cultures from all over the world, have used clear quartz for thousands of years.  Crystals balls, make from clear quartz, were said to have magical properties. 

Clear quartz encompasses all of the spectrum of colours so is ideal for any chakra but especially the crown chakra.  It plays an important part in crystal grids also, due to its amplification properties.  Quartz absorbs EMF fields so can provide protection against background radiation near televisions, computers, wireless telephones etc… Used in meditation, quartz filters out distractions/

On a healing level, Quartz can be used for any condition as it stimulates the immune system and brings the body into balance.

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Quick disclaimer; I am not a medical practitioner so therefore I’m not prescribing.  All of my blog posts are based on complementary therapies and not as a replacement for conventional medicine.

Some of the information provided in this post has been taken from
The Book of Stones by Robert Simmons & Naisha Ahsian ISBN-13: 978-0-9621910-3-9
and
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall ISBN: 978-1-84181-175-8

Lapis Lazuli

Wow, I’ve just found my Lapis Lazuli pendulum so I too wanted to learn a little more about this beautiful blue stone.  Lapis Lazuli is a beautiful blue colour flecked with gold (pyrite).  The name Lapis Lazuli is Latin for ‘blue stone’. 

Historically, Lapis has been used in jewellery as far back as 3100BC and the golden sarcophagus of King Tutankhamen is inlaid with Lapis. 

Lapis opens the third eye chakra, stimulates enlightenment and enhances dream work and psychic abilities.  According to Judy Hall, Lapis possesses enormous serenity (who doesn’t need some of that) and quickly releases stress, bringing deep peace.  Reading articles and books about Lapis Lazuli the word ‘self’ is constantly mentioned so this is a fantastic crystal for self-knowledge, self expression and honesty. 

Please don’t create a gem essence directly with Lapis Lazuli as the toxic pyrite might leech out into the water.  If you would like to know how to create an in-direct gem essence, please contact me below. 

I’m currently sleeping with my Lapis pendulum in my pillow case (after cleansing of course) so I can hopefully build a bond with the pendulum and I’ll let you know how it’s affecting me.  I’ll update my crystal journal and share my experiences with you.

As always, thanks for reading and any questions or comments, I’d love to hear from you below.

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Quick disclaimer; I am not a medical practitioner so therefore I’m not prescribing.  All of my blog posts are based on complementary therapies and not as a replacement for conventional medicine. 

Some of the information provided in this post has been taken from
The Book of Stones by Robert Simmons & Naisha Ahsian ISBN-13: 978-0-9621910-3-9

and
The Crystal Bible by Judy Hall ISBN: 978-1-84181-175-8

Rose Quartz

Rose quartz is another easily recognised and readily available crystal. It beautiful pink colour symbolises pure love and peace.

According to Greek legend, the Greek God Eros felt pity for humans when he saw the pain and loneliness caused by anger, so he created Rose Quartz in the hope that its beautiful color and gentle energy would arouse love and desire among people.

Rose quartz is essential for any journey associated with love or peace. Remember, we need to love ourself before we can love another. If you anticipate a heated argument or situation, carrying a rose quartz crystal should help diffuse anger and promote peace.

Placing rose quartz next your bed whilst you sleep is meant to encourage true love. For people who have been unfortunate never to receive unconditional love, rose quartz is said to help heal the empty heart and allow the heart to receive love. For those who have been in a traumatic relationship, rose quartz is brilliant for helping with the emotional and spiritual wounds and therefore allowing the person to move on.

Fluorite, my negativity shield

Fluorite is one of my favourite crystals. Not only does it match my corporate colours (purple and green) but I love its ‘stabilising’ properties. Fluorite comes in a range of colours but I am drawn to the violet and green versions.

The name fluorite comes from the Latin word fluere which means ‘to flow’ due to the fact that fluorite melts easily. Fluorite is the natural crystalline form of calcium fluoride.

As Fluorite is meant to help bring calm where there is chaos, I have found it to be an excellent stone to meditate with. I also use it near my computers to help with electro-magnetic discharge.

Some believe Fluorite is also an ideal ‘energy shield’ as it helps to disperse and neutralise negative energy. It is also believe to help with nerve related pain such as shingles, especially when gently drawn across the body.
Have you experimented with Fluorite before? Let me know which crystals you are drawn to and we will look into them further in a future blog spot. As always, thanks for reading and any questions or comments, I’d love to hear from you below.

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Quick disclaimer; I am not a medical practitioner so therefore I’m not prescribing. All of my blog posts are based on complementary therapies and not as a replacement for conventional medicine.

Amethyst

Amethyst is probably the most well-known crystal. The beautiful hues of purple makes amethyst beautiful both polished (as jewellery or a tumble-stone) and rough. The name Amethyst is derived from the Greek word "amethystus" meaning not drunken, or intoxicated. Amethyst is actually purple quartz and is known as a meditative and calming stone. Placing an amethyst under your pillow is said to help with insomnia and protect against nightmares. Using an amethyst grid is supposed to help with headaches.

As Amethyst has a calming and sedative energy, which helps with meditation and focusing of the mind. Just be aware Amethyst fades in sunlight so only re-charge using water or moonlight. Finally, Amethyst is the birthstone for February and for Pisces. * What do you like about Amethyst? * Do you wear any crystals as jewellery pieces?

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I'm back . . .

feeling refreshed, revived and ready to face the world again. I spent a wonderful week by the sea. We were able to spend quality time with all the family with lots of (bracing) fresh air and exercise. I had the most amazing session of Reiki where I practised on several animals at the animal sanctuary we visited. This post is rather photo heavy but I hope you enjoy.

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