Heart Chakra Crystals & Stones

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    BEST CRYSTALS & STONES

    FOR THE HEART CHAKRA

The heart chakra is associated with the vibrational frequencies of pink and green.  Think of the heart chakra as a beautiful pink flower with an emerald green center.

When we get emotionally hurt in any way, it affects our heart.  If we are put down or criticized they say we "take it to heart" and that's exactly what we do.  The effects of such negative energy can block the heart chakra.  When we have a fight with a best friend, when we are dumped by a partner, when we're left out of a group activity, or when we feel we just don't know how to love our heart chakra is tremendously affected.  We shut down and forget to love ourselves.  Our self-care is swept aside as the heart hurt continues.  

Imagine enduring the trauma of abuse as a child.  All those feeling of loneliness, worthlessness, sadness, and anger are held in our heart chakra and in my experience, is the second most blocked chakra in our vibrational field.

Here are some stones and crystals that will guide you toward self healing, self loving and eventual empowerment.  They can be used together in a grid or placed directly on your heart chakra, or pick one  that speaks to you and put it in your pocket to play with during the day.  

PINK CALCITE

Pink calcite, as with all calcite, is an absorbing stone.  The color matches the heart chakra so pink calcite will begin to dissolve any blockages of the heart chakra.  It is very gentle and won't force the issue but slowly and effectively it break up any misguided frequencies that are blocking the full use of our heart chakra.

ROSE QUARTZ

Our good friend rose quartz makes another appearance as the premier stone of self love and acceptance.  When the heart chakra is blocked, we cannot love ourselves, we are overly critical, we compare ourselves to others, and we simply don't accept who we are.  Rose quartz arrives on the scene to gently nudge us toward self love and self acceptance.  We are perfect as we are and rose quartz quickly becomes a great friend who reminds us of this.  Rose quartz is not a fast-acting stone, it is gentle and long-acting.  Everyone needs a piece of rose quartz in their crystal self-care toolbox.

MORGANITE

Morganite is the peach/pink variety of the beryl family.  It cleanses and activates the heart chakra and is very protective.  When we lack self love, our heart chakra shuts down: it is blocked by accumulated negative frequencies.  Morganite begins the activation of the heart chakra to unconditional love...even of ourselves.  Think of morganite as your grandmother.  She puts her arms around you and provides a safe space for you to do work on heart healing.

WATERMELON TOURMALINE   

Watermelon tourmaline combines the two colors of the heart chakra into one.  It is an intense opener of the heart chakra and strengthens it.  It will unlock any frequencies blocking the full use of the heart chakra and guide you not only to love yourself but also to spread love outward.  Watermelon tourmaline adds more dynamic energy to the gentler-working heart chakra stones of pink citrine and rose quartz.

While working with the stones above to heal and open the heart chakra, issues of trauma may arise that need to be dealt with before further healing can occur.  This is totally natural, so to help you through any trauma that may arise, have a piece of LARIMAR ready to guide you through the tears and pain of remembered but buried emotional pains.

Working with these stones can make a huge difference in how we perceive ourselves.  With a strong heart chakra we feel empowered to love ourselves and love others.  Remember that it's okay to love yourself: that is the natural energetic frequency of the heart chakra.

Crystal Blessings,

Crystal Guyde

aura crystals

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        AURA QUARTZ CRYSTALS

We've all seen them for sale in crystal shops,  metaphysical stores and online.  But what exactly are "aura" quartz crystals?  They have a shimmering iridescence and metallic rainbow sheen in interesting colors and can be quite intriguing.  

These begin as clear quartz crystals and with modern technology, a mist of atoms of precious metals are bonded to the crystal's surface by a process called atomic vapor deposition (AVD) or chemical vapor deposition (CVD).  This creates a permanent bond of the precious metal to the clear quartz crystal and creates a unique iridescent metallic appearance.  Crystals are placed into a vacuum chamber and heated to over 800°C at which point a vapor of precious metal(s) is added which then coats the crystal and its atoms bond to the surface.  Metals most often used are gold, silver, platinum, titanium, iron, magnesium, and nickel.

Many believe that the combination of clear quartz with these metals creates a "new" energy and intensifies that found in natural clear quartz.  Differing metals create different colors and certain metaphysical attributes have been given to these aura quartz colors. Each colour has its own set of magick properties alongside its coating of precious metal. Some say that because of this it creates a completely different vibratory energy than the clear quartz alone which emanates from the different colors created to stimulate the relevant chakra associated with the color of the aura quartz.  The metals intensify the effect of the clear quartz while adding an extra oomph of energy by virtue of the color created and the metal(s) used to create it.

Many healers say the unusual colors created by this method emit new sets of energies to expand consciousness and heal the physical and spiritual bodies and even raise the vibration of the original clear quartz.  It's said that aura quartz posses unique energies which come from the combination of clear quartz with gold, silver, platinum, and titanium.  This bonding technique creates an extremely thin layer of color over the clear quartz so be careful not to chip these unique man-made creations.  When chipped you can see the underlying clear quartz.

So, let's have a look at different kinds of aura quartz and what attributes they have.

Aqua Aura Quartz  is clear quartz with a coating of gold.  It is light blue which connects us to our higher self, allowing us to speak honestly with clarity of mind.  It removes insecurities and aids in communication and empowerment.

Titanium (Rainbow) Aura is quartz with a gold and titanium coating.  Some call this the "stone of Universal Light" indicating that these aura quartz crystals activate, balance and cleanse all the chakras, as well as amplify energy, enhance creativity and psychic endeavors.  It brings a positive outlook and vibrant energy into our lives.  Rainbow Aura quartz is said to be a master healer for any dis-ease.

Angel Aura quartz which is also called Opal Aura or Unicorn Aura quartz.   It is a quartz crystal with a coating of silver and platinum.  People indicate this type of aura quartz crystal has a calming effect and brings inner peace and confidence, bolstering our intuitions.

Rose Aura quartz has a platinum coating which creates a raspberry metallic sheen.  This is said to emit the vibration of unconditional love and help you understand your spiritual purpose, clearing the mind by deflecting any negative energies. It is uplifting and gentle and helps with questions of self-worth.  It guides us to unconditional love of Self.  

Amethyst Aura (Lavender Aura) quartz is one that is coated with a combination of platinum, magnesium and silver.  These iridescent purple crystals can give feelings of wholeness, happiness and joy.  It is said that they channel nature spirits and attract fairies.

Champagne Aura crystals are pale gold in color by virtue of being coated in gold and iron.  These crystals can act as a purifier by removing blockages and allowing inner vibrations to become calm.  It's said these aura crystals can stop negative thinking and protect against unwanted energy.

Tangerine Aura (Sun Aura) quartz has a coating of gold and iron oxide on it.  It's vibrant orange can awaken the brow chakra and heal symptoms of trauma or shock.

Tanzine Aura (Indigo Aura) quartz is coated with gold, indium and niobium.  Its tanzanite-like color deepens your abilities of perception and clarifies your intuition.  It's great for psychics.

Apple Aura has a coating of nickel and gold giving it a pale yellow/green appearance.  This is said to give you a positive outlook and stabilize emotions, while promoting mental endurance.  

Flame Aura quartz has titanium and niobium bonded to clear quartz, creating deep blue, violet and gold colors. This is used in spiritual initiations and rituals, helps in meditation by creating a multi-dimensional energy shift.  It stimulates the brow chakra thus enhancing focus and psychic energies.

Opal Aura quartz is clear quartz with a platinum coating.  It has a pearl-like sheen and iridescence.  It cleanses the aura and stimulates all chakras.  It's a crystal of joy, hope and optimism.  It helps with meditation, romance, and love.   It's beneficial in healing hurt and trauma as well.

Sunshine Aura quartz is bonded with gold and platinum and is bright yellow.  It is an active energy crystal, stimulating and cleansing the solar plexus chakra.  Disappointment, trauma and old hurts are overcome using this crystal.  It initiates the entire chakra system with health and energy.  It is expansive and protective in nature.

These are not all the aura quartz, new combinations of metals are found yearly to create new colors for these man-made crystals and "new" attributes will be ascribed to them.  

What do you think?  Do some look similar?  How would you personally use any of these crystals?  Would you use any of these crystals?  What does your gut tell you?  Do you feel that the metal coating intensifies and even changes the vibrational frequency of the clear quartz or do you feel that this coating acts as a blanket to dampen and even kill the natural vibration of a clear quartz crystal?  

I have my own strong opinion but wanted to present these man-made creations to you so you can understand what they are and ponder the effects of these crystals.  Do you feel new combinations create new energies?  Have you felt a difference in frequency between an aura quartz and a natural clear quartz?  If so, how would you describe it?  More broadly, how do you feel about manipulating natural energy and then trademarking it; creating a new name and ascribing new healing energies to the creation?  One thing is for sure. You will never ever see these quartz colors in nature.  

I'll leave it up to you since in the end we must follow our intuition and the vibrations we feel from the crystals and stones we work with.

Crystal blessings,

Crystal Guyde

Crystals and Stones to use at Samhain

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                    Crystals and stones helpful for Samhain 

                                        (Halloween for non-Wiccans)

When looking for crystals or stones remember to select the right tool for the job.  Just as you’d look in your toolbox for the proper screwdriver or wrench, when you search in your crystal toolbox, keep in mind the occasion and your intent while selecting crystals and stones to mediate with, decorate your altar, do spellwork, or sleep with for the night.

On Samhain, the Wiccan New Year, we sense the barrier between the seen and unseen is very thin and it’s possible to traverse between the two.  You may  have spirit visitors during this time or you may wish to venture safely into other worlds and seek.  As the Wheel of the Year turns, and we can’t do anything about that, know that the barrier between worlds is never as thin as it is at Samhain.  If you have a special project that needs tending at this time of year, these are among the crystals and stones I recommend you have at your disposal.

 

Silver Sheen Obsidian

 

Obsidian is volcanic glass, not a crystal.  Several forms and colours of obsidian are available.  You can find the most common black obsidian, rainbow obsidian, gold sheen obsidian, and even blue obsidian.  For Samhain, silver sheen obsidian is remarkable.  The silver sheen is reminiscent of the Goddess silver moon energies shining upon us all.  Obsidian in general has long been associated with magickal workings like scrying, but obsidian also absorbs negative energies and can keep you grounded as you gaze into the silver and make use of its energies.

Smokey Quartz

Smokey Quartz is a crystal of silicon dioxide that has been exposed to radiation to give it a brown colour.  Smokeys come in all shades of brown, some are so dark they look black.  On the one hand by their colour they represent the unknown world, they are gateways to the mystical.  On the other hand no other dark crystal holds as much Light as a smokey.  It is both mysterious and friendly.   This form of quartz crystal is known for absorbing any negative energies and helps with meditation and grounding: actions which are very powerful at Samhain.

Labradorite/Spectrolite

Labradorite (and its twin stone Spectrolite) are iridescent feldspars which in the right light show a rainbow of colours.  This amazing stone stimulates the brow chakra and highlights intuition and psychic talent and divination.  This is an especially helpful stone to work with during Samhain rituals. 

Rainbow Moonstone

Like labradorite, rainbow moonstone targets the brow chakra and enhances imagination, creativity and psychic awareness of All That Is.  While labradorite is the “heavier” stone, rainbow moonstone lifts us to unite with the energies of the mystical moon.  When seeking a psychic boost at Samhain, rainbow moonstone is a must.

Clear Quartz

Clear quartz acts like an energy turbine.  It increases the vibrational attributes of any and all stones and crystals near it.  Clear quartz opens the flow to your higher purpose and is used to expand psychic abilities, clairvoyance, protection and communication; all activities to pursue on Samhain night. 

Black Tourmaline

As the energies of Samhain surround you and you experience a shifting of time and experience when the veil between the worlds is so thin, black tourmaline keep you grounded in your physical body.  It opens the feet chakras to integrate all you experience within yourself at the close of any meditation or ritual.  Black tourmaline is the best grounding stone around so make use of it as much as you can.

 

Samhain  Blessings to All

           

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Mercury retrograde rescue stones

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    BEST STONES FOR SURVIVING
    MERCURY RETROGRADE

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Hi Everyone, I've received a request to discuss what crystals and stones help during Mercury retrograde time.  Three times a year, the planet Mercury appears to travel backward across the sky from its normal orbit.  It's not really moving backwards, but since it's orbit is much faster than Earth's the two orbits are not in sync and it just looks as if the planet of communication is moving backward.  In astrology, these retrograde times are when to expect issues with communication and technology.  Think of undelivered bills, spam emails, typos in resumes, technology issues, and messed up travel plans.

During these times of the year, try to remain flexible, patient and understanding.  Allow extra time for travel and avoid signing new contracts.  Double and triple check your emails and stay on top of travel plans.  Review any projects and plans at this time but wait til Mercury is direct to make final decisions.  Plan ahead, have back-up plans and be ready for people's frustration and miscommunication.

But don't get too stressed; life cannot stop just because a planet appears to be moving backward in the sky.  There are crystals and stones to aid us in the stressful, frustrating and plain old annoying times of Mercury retrograde with its quirks.

FLUORITE

FLUORITE fights the electromagnetic waves coming from phones, computers and other electric equipment.  It stabilizes these energies that may be getting influenced by the planet of communication.  FLUORITE specifically 'fluffs' our aura as well, keeping it sealed, clear and close to the body. Remember that SHUNGITE and SMOKEY QUARTZ are also excellent choices for protecting and clearing the EMF vibrations which may be affected by Mercury.  

SODALITE

SODALITE is one of the communication stones, vibrating to the frequency of the throat chakra.  Since communication seems to get mixed up during retrograde periods, SODALITE helps you find your voice and helps you say clearly what you mean.  BLUE TOPAZ and AQUAMARINE are also excellent choices for clarity in verbal communications.

MOONSTONE

With things getting stressful and seemingly not working out easily, it's easy to get frustrated or impatient.  This is where MOONSTONE comes in.  Emotions can run high and it helps keep you calm and regulates mood swings when something does go wrong and you get annoyed.  LEPIDOLITE and LITHIUM- INCLUDED QUARTZ are also fantastic crystals to have on hand to help with anxiety-producing Mercury retrograde situations.  

AMAZONITE

AMAZONITE is going to help you see all sides of the issue, thus stalling frustration and anxiety.  Ok, so an email didn't come when you were expecting it or perhaps a bill didn't arrive in the mail.  Remember that everyone is affected by Mercury retrograde.  AMAZONITE will help you persevere through these hiccups.  It helps you communicate your thoughts and feelings succinctly and clearly.  Basically, that's the best you can do.  (FLUORITE and BLUE TOPAZ above are also masters at clear logical speaking).

CITRINE

 

Our great friend CITRINE is back.  If things are just never working out during a Mercury-retrograde period, remember that it's only temporary.  CITRINE brings us a warm friend feeling and helps us remember we can manifest anything, including a calm demeanor and stress-free experience.  CITRINE boosts your mood and motivation and rebalance when things get rocky.  As we learned earlier blogs, SUNSTONE can lift your mood as well.

BLACK TOURMALINE

If things are going a bit whacky for you, grab onto BLACK TOURMALINE.  It's grounding energies are made for Mercury-retrograde periods.  If you're feeling vulnerable and unsafe (remember that driving during retrograde periods is a little more dangerous as well) then the protective nature of BLACK TOURMALINE will do wonders.  HEMATITE is also a great stone for grounding.  

Mercury retrograde periods are temporary; we've all lived through them before without even knowing what was happening.  Now that we're integrating crystals and stones into our daily life, we can be prepared for any turmoil Mercury wants to turn up.  Forewarned is forearmed as they say.  Remember that this too shall pass.

Hint: those born during Mercury retrograde seem to have a much better time and are hardly affected.  Check to see if you were born during a Mercury retrograde or Mercury direct period.

Crystal blessings,

Crystal Guyde