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Fluorite

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I have this chunk of fluorite in my bathroom and the sun hits it perfectly each morning when I am getting ready for work.

Lately I have been so drawn to its beauty. I did some digging and here is what I learned about fluorite.

It is sometimes called fluorspar. The name is derived from the Latin word ‘fluo’, meaning to flow. It’s also a powerful crystal to ward off negative energies and works wonderfully with the throat and third eye chakra. It can purify your body and eliminate anything that’s causing it not to function perfectly. It can bring you calmness and relaxation, and it can relieve tensions and anxieties. The fluorite crystal stone can be used as a power source that magnifies everything around it, including other gemstones. Fluorite increases our powers of concentration, self-confidence and helps us in decision-making. Flourite is a great gemstone for concentration and clarity. It encourages positivity, balances the energies, and improves balance and coordination, both physically and mentally. Fluorite boosts the immune system and stimulates the regeneration and restructuring of cells and DNA. Fluorite strengthens bone tissue, and alleviates rheumatism, arthritis and spinal injuries.

So many benefits of having this one in my space. It’s gorgeous blues, green and purples is one of my faves.

Do have any fluorite? I also have a fluorite bracelet and that is an awesome way to get the benefits.

If you are curious about chakras and crystals, check out this free resource.

Choosing a Crystal

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I remember about 15 years ago I stumbled into a gemstone store and was drawn to have my first of many little goodies. I chose a carnelian—a gemstone that I still love and have many of them.

People tell me when they come into my house, it feels so peaceful. I believe having crystals and gemstones around have so much to do with that. They have become powerful tools in my life. I have them lining my windows, on my body, in my car, used during meditation and I add them to essential oil blends. When I choose one to work with, I set the intention of what I am needing or wanting to achieve (a state or peace, cleansing, energy etc). And I let it do the work.

When choosing a crystal either go to a local metaphysical shop or browse a crystal website online. Scan the shop (or the page) and see what catches your eye. What crystal stands out to you? Which one are you drawn to? Then, read the meaning and properties of that crystal. Nine times out of 10 you will find that the meaning of that crystal correlates to your life in some way, shape, or form. And at this time, that is the crystal for you!

The reason that crystals are so effective in energy work, is the same reason that cleansing them is essential—crystals pick up energy. Cleansing your crystals resets their energy, so that every time you work with them, you are starting from an energetically clean slate. If you never clean your crystals, they will continue to store energy they’ve picked up from their environment or people they’ve come into contact with. Think of it like this: A towel can wipe a mess clean, but if you never wash the towel, it will begin to add to the mess. Crystals are similar.

There are a few different ways that you can set about purifying the energy of your crystals:

Moonlight Spa: Let your crystals bathe outside in light of full moon (or sun) for at least 4 hours.

Couple Your Crystal With Selenite or Quartz: Act as a crystal matchmaker and pair your crystal with either a selenite or quartz crystal! Both of these crystals have the ability to charge and purify other crystals, without ever losing any of their own energy. Lay your crystal on a piece of quartz or selenite for six hours.

Smoke It Out: Not only will burning sage and palo santo clear the energy of your space, they’ll also have your crystals feeling great. Immerse your crystal with the sacred smoke until you feel its energy and vibrancy return.

Return to Nature: We could all use the energetic reset that comes with a return to nature. To give your crystal that revitalizing pleasure, place it on the Earth or in the branches/soil of a healthy houseplant for 24 hours.

Learning the Chakras

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One of my favorite topics is learning about the chakras.  I love to teach about them in my yoga classes and I love to follow the basic guidelines in my life.  After years of study I can now easily identify which chakra may be out of whack and address it easily with so many tools.

Another one of my favorite topics is sharing information and education.  Check our this free chakra guide!

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Oils & Gemstones

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This morning in my meditation it came to me to create a custom essential oil blend for my surgery and recovery. I included heart opening gratitude oils as I prepare to receive the ultimate–someone’s body part who died so I can be pain-free. I also included cleansing oils for my cells and emotionally healing oils. I chose to set the blend with some healing gemstones outside in the shade for some Mother Earth time.

In the blend there is frankincense, basil, birch, ginger, wild orange, immunity blend, lavender and spikenard.  These combined and layered will offer me cellular support, a calm mind and an incredibly grateful and open heart to receive the talented surgeon’s ability, the care of the staff, the prayers that surround me, and mostly the donor’s part.

The gemstones are rose quartz, malachite, citrine, lapis, hematite, obsidian, and quartz crystal. These beauties will assist me with energy that brings healing and contentment as my body endures this.

Awesome isn’t?

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