Tips For A Relaxing Holiday Season Using Crystals & Gemstones

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Spirals of Light
Crystal Stress Buster Kit
Crystals and gemstones can help you stay calm, centered and focused during this stressful time of year.
During the holidays it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the parties, shopping and busy activities of the season. This year the best gift you can give your friends and loved ones is a healthy, relaxed YOU! 
If you truly want to enjoy this special time of year, give yourself some self nurturing. I’ve put together 7 different gemstones that can help alleviate stress.
Here are some ways to use Crystals & Gemstones to help you stay  in the holiday spirit of love, joy and happiness.
 
1. Stay focused.  We lose so much of our energy when we aren’t clear and focused on the project at hand.  Instead of multi-tasking, give yourself the joy of focused attention.  If you are having trouble staying focused, try using a Hematite or wear a Hematite necklace or bracelet.
Hematite is known as a grounding stone. Its also a stone to calm the mind. It can help us to sort things out and calm the racing mind. It helps with memory retention and is useful while writing. It also assists in dissolving negativity as it can transform the negative to a more pure state of love.
So, when you notice your mind racing around, reach for a Hematite and feel yourself grounded and focused.
 
2.  Ask for help.  Sometimes just simply letting others know you need assistance in all the preparations can relieve the pressure and feelings of doing too much.  If you are having trouble speaking up and asking for help, reach for a blue gemstone like Sodalite.  Sodalite can help you gently and calmly speak “your truth“, that is to come from you heart and express your needs to others, before frustration grabs a hold of you. No need to hit your melting point, speak up!
 
3. Rest.  Make sure you are getting the correct amount of sleep that your body needs. It’s easy to fall into erratic sleeping patterns with parties, travel, preparation, and other seasonal events. If you find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep try sleeping with the gemstone Petalite. Petalite can take us to a dimension of rest and healing, to a space in which worries and concerns of this world are released.
 
4. Remember to Breath.  When you catch yourself holding your breath in stressful situations, remember to take a few deep breaths.  Breath in clean fresh air to rejuvenate  yourself, and exhale out stress. In stressful situations we have a tendency to breathe shallow. This can increase anxiety in our mind and body.
Choose a Quartz Crystal as a reminder to breath throughout the day.  Place it in your pocket, purse, near your desk, in the kitchen, wherever you will be. Every time you look at the crystal, stop and take a few deep breaths.  Remember to take it with you where ever you go throughout your day.  If you can, place several crystals in all the rooms of your house, car and office. Just breathe!
 
5. Nurture yourself.  Remember to take care of yourself with relaxing music, a evening bath, some quiet time. Use a Rose Quartz  as a reminder to love and nurture yourself. Rose Quartz is known as the “Stone of Love”.  Before we can love another, we must first learn to love ourselves.  Before we can give to others we must first take care of ourselves.
 
6. Stay cool, calm and collected with Fluorite.  Fluorite is my all time favorite stone for staying centered in stressful situations.  It has a cooling energy that helps us maintain our calm.  Reach for the cooling vibrations of Fluorite when you know you will be in situations that will challenge you.
 
7. Meditate.  It’s a known fact that meditation can help reduce stress, lower our heart rate and create peace within us.  Choose a purple Amethyst to assist you in meditation.  Amethyst is known as a stone of Spirituality and helps us to sit in meditation.  Give yourself the gift of meditation this holiday season and bring peace into your heart, mind and spirit.
 
May your holiday season be filled with fun, laughter, joy and RELAXATION!
 
For more information on the energy properties of Crystals and Gemstones go to http://www.spiralsoflight.com/gem-stones-crystals-properties.html or schedule a personal crystal consultation email me.
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Healing Benefits Of Wearing Copper

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Spirals of Light

Healing benefits of Copper

In an economy where just a few dollars can make the difference in a purchase, I’m looking into ways to keep the prices of my jewelry affordable. The cost of sterling silver is rising each day. I’ve always used sterling in my jewelry designs, but now I’m faced with the reality that the current silver prices will effect the cost of my jewelry. I have to raise prices as my costs continue rise.
 
The good news is, I’ am exploring different options in metals. I’ve recently been using more copper in my designs. This lead to a search on the healing benefits of  copper. More good news, copper is a very beneficial metal to wear for healing. Copper has long been used for its healing properties.
 
Historically copper has been used by humans dating back nearly 10,000 years. It was found that copper was even used in Pre-Columbian America in the area of the Middle East.  Metal workers crafted bells, ornaments, weapons, beads, earrings and armor. Copper may just be the first metal used in Sumerian and Egyptian cultures as far back as 3900BC.  Asian cultures and religions, such as Buddhism and Hinduism, used Copper in the creation of detailed inlays, embossed facades on palaces and temples, and ceremonial objects. So, this metal we use today has some very ancient roots.
 
Medicinally copper has been used for thousands of years. Ancient cultures recognized copper as a healing mineral. Copper was found useful for its healing powers both internally and externally. It is still used in the treatment of wounds and skin diseases, as well as internal diseases, anemia, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and heart disease. It is also used for its healing properties in improving circulation of blood, increasing energy and detoxification of the body. Copper is considered a mineral to increase energy and mental agility. In legend, copper is said to be the metal of the God Hermes, who facilitates mental agility, and quick wit.
 
Copper jewelry has been used for a hundred years or more as a remedy for many ailments, including arthritis.  Copper jewelry is said to ease joint stiffness and arthritis by opening the flow of blocked energy. In this way Copper supports the body’s natural healing process. 
 
Metaphysically Copper is known to stimulate the flow of energy and enhance psychic abilities. Known as an energy conductor copper can move energy, amplify thoughts, assist in channeling and communicating with higher dimensional beings. Copper has the ability to ground and transfer a wide array of vibrational frequencies from the spiritual to the physical. Copper is known to support healing by keeping the pathways for healing open. The many benefits to wearing copper make it a wonderful alternative to sterling silver.
 
So, while I’ll always continue to use sterling silver in my jewelry, I’ve expanded my focus and will incorporate copper into my necklaces, not only for the pleasing designs copper lends itself to, but for the healing energies copper can offer.
Next on the agenda is a whole new line of copper and gemstone head bands. But I’ll keep that for another time!
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Pink & Green Tourmaline Heart Opening Gemstones

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Spirals of Light
 

Heart Opening Necklace with Tourmaline

I love it when my Yoga Practice inspires a necklaces design. The other day I was practicing some Heart Opening Yoga poses. I was moving into a pose called “the Camel”. Reaching back to touch my feet, I could feel the stretch in my body and spontaneous began to focus on the healing energies of pink and green Tourmaline.
When my yoga practice was finished I went into my bead studio and found a stunning Tourmaline Pendant. It had both the green and pink Tourmaline stones. Next I found a strand of faceted multi-color Tourmalines to string the heart opening pendant onto. Both pink and green Tourmaline are known as Heart Chakra Stones. Tourmaline has a soothing energy for the heart and can facilitate forgiveness and emotional healing.
 
It’s natural to put up a protective shield around our Heart Chakra to avoid pain from loss. This shield can also prevent us from getting close to people. By opening our Heart Chakra we can transform the wounds of the heart into compassion, and allow more love and joy to come into our lives. Sometimes its compassion for ourselves we need to explore. Forgiveness often begins with forgiving ourselves. Tourmaline has a wonderful energy to assist in this process. Our deepest wounds can be opportunities for growth, self discovery and transformation. Pink and Green Tourmaline is all about helping us to open our heart chakra to experience the natural radiance of the heart.
Now when I do back bends and heart opening yoga poses, I am reminded of the heart healing qualities of Tourmaline. Remember to breath deep, open your rib cage, and allow the heart to expand. It feels so good!
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Moldavite, A Stone Of Transformation

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Spirals of Light

Rare BesedniceMoldavite

Out of all the different gemstones I have worked with over the past 20 years, Moldavite is the one that has shown me the most dramatic responses from those who hold it. I have witness many first time encounters with Moldavite. What I have noticed when someone is new to the energies of Moldavite is a strong reaction to the stone. Sometimes to the point of the person throwing the stone down as if they can no longer be near its vibration. Sometimes the opposite happens and a person can not let go of the stone because it feels so good, so familiar. Rarely is there no response from Moldavite. One of the more common responses from someone who holds Moldavite for the first time is the experience of warmth or heat, usually felt in the hand then felt throughout the body like a wave. I have seen people become lightheaded and even dizzy while holding Moldavite. Some people have to accustom themselves to the energies of Moldavite, gradually wearing the gemstone, to come to fully appreciate its energy. Moldavite is truly a high vibrational stone.

 
Moldavite is a tektite found in the Czech Republic. It is often called “the stone that fell from the sky”. There are three theories of how it was formed. One theory suggests that Moldavite is made from an earthly rock melted by the heat of a meteorite crash. Another theory suggests that Moldavite is from extraterrestrial origin, like obsidian ejected by a lunar volcano. A third theory suggests that Moldative is a fusion of meteorite material and rock from the earth that was vaporized in tremendous heat from the impact of the meteor. The heat of the explosion resulted in gas being propelled high into the atmosphere. This gas would have cooled and condensed into a liquid glass, resulting in Moldavite. Regardless of which theory is correct, the fact is Moldavite was created from tremendous power and did fall from the sky. Moldavite is one of the few tektites that is of gem quality, it can be cut and faceted into beautiful jewelry.
 
Moldavite is a gemstone for transformation on all levels. It can be seen as a catalyst for shifts in one’s life, physical, emotional, or spiritual. It can open and activate all the Chakras allowing for powerful activations. It has a strong relationship to the heart Chakra. Moldavite is a stone that can help move you forward on your spiritual path to awakening. It can assist one to fully awaken to their highest destiny. Moldavite is a powerful tool for meditation and dream work.
If you’re stuck in a rut, can’t make the changes you know are good for you, or just aren’t sure what’s next in your life, Moldavite can assist in moving you forward into the next highest place. Its a powerful allay for these changing times. For lots more information on Moldavite, consult the Book, “Moldavite Starborn Stone of Transformation” by Robert Simmons & his wife Kathy Warner.  
The best quality Moldavite if found near the town Besednice in the Czech Republic. This Moldavite is known for its spiky, lacy, flower shapes and very detailed surface. The locals call them “hedgehogs”. Besednice Moldavite is highly prized by collectors and is becoming very rare as the mines in the Besednice area are now closed to collecting.
I was very fortunate to purchase a large crystal collection this summer from a private collector. This gemstone collection included several pieces of Besednice ( see photo here) These rare Moldavaties were held in a private collection for over 20 years and are now available for purchase. Its exciting to offer Moldavite for sale and witness the connection people have to this amazing transformational stone.
 
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New Quartz Crystal Collection

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Spirals of Light

Smoky Quartz

Well, I’ve done it again! I just acquired a collection of crystals and stones from a private collector. Buying stones from a private collector is much different than buying stones from professional dealers. Dealers carry great quantities of stones and selection, but the stones aren’t always good quality. Often I will look at hundreds of stones before I make a purchase because the quality and energy vibration just isn’t up to my standard. Prices from dealers are at current market rate which always seems to go higher and higher each year.
 
The benefits from buying crystals from a private collector is that each stone is hand picked one at a time, rather than bulk purchasing. Many dealers buy barrels of stones at a time. Literally tons of rocks to get their best price.
This most recent collection comes from someone who carefully selected his stones, purchasing only the very best over a period of many years. The prices I bought them at reflect that. Of course I always pass the deals on to my customers. If I get a good deal, they do too. I can now add to my vast collection a truly remarkable selection of Quartz Crystals, Herkimer Diamonds, Museum grade Moldavite and much more.
 
I was very interested in purchasing this collection because I offer a Crystal Awareness class on all the different forms of Quartz Crystals. In that class we look at the many different varieties of Quartz and how to identify and work with these unique shapes as tools for healing and personal growth. Many of these new stones are perfect representations of the abundant forms of Crystals. As it turns out each form of a Quartz Crystal can assist us in a specific way. Just like the snowflake no two crystals are ever alike. For example, a Double Terminated Crystal has the ability to receive energy and send energy at the same time, making a strong connection between two people. Double terminated crystals are wonderful for absentee Reiki healing.
 
This new collection contained many Double Terminated Crystals as well as Laser wands, Lemurian Crystals, Smokey Quartz and water clear Herkimer Diamonds.
I’ve been putting some of these new stones on my web site. But photos don’t really capture the quality and pure vibrational energy of these stones. They’ve been cleansed by the full moon and charged with the Sun. They don’t seem to want to be wrapped up and put in boxes. They are all laying out on my massage table, so I can continue to admire their beauty. For now, my Crystal Room is buzzing and so am I!
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The Good Vibrations of Larimar

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Spirals of Light

Larimar Necklace with Dolphin Charm

When I think of one stone that represents the feelings of summer its Larimar. Larimar is the quintessential summer gemstone. Remember those times when you were a kid, with nothing to do on a hot summer’s day? You’d lay on the freshly mowed lawn and look up at the sky. Hours could pass as you watched the clouds roll by, imagining the puffy white shapes to be all sorts of creatures. There you are without a care in the world, no concerns about time, just being, in the present moment. That’s the vibrational quality of Larimar.
Larimar is a stone of peaceful tranquility. Its a very soothing and serene stone. Larimar’s energy is calming. It can help reduce excessive fear or anger with its cooling energies. Relaxation is one of the benefits of Larimar. If you can’t go lay in the hammock with a good book and tall glass of ice tea this summer, try holding a piece of Larimar for the same soothing relief.
Larimar  is also known as the stone of the Caribbean that’s where its found, an island in the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic. Its beautiful blue color and unique patterns are also reminders of the Caribbean Sea. Whether you live near the ocean, lake, river or town pool, you can imagine yourself floating on a rubber raft. The water gently moving you up & down, difting quietly, half dozing, half awake, sun shining down warming your body, yumm, that is the Larimar vibration. 
Larimar is also known as a dolphin stone. I love pairing Larimar beads up with Dolphin charms and Pearls. Just seems like Larimar and Pearl go naturally together to create a feeling of being near the Ocean.
 
Maybe by now you’re getting the feel for Larimar and why I consider its energy a favorite for summertime fun. I can just hear the Beach Boys signing their summer tune- ” Good, Good, Good Vibrations…”
 
 You’ll find several brand new Larimar necklaces on the Summer Specials  web site page, but hurry these are in very limited quantities.
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Crystal Dolphin Retreats

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Spirals of Light
 
Healing Crystals & Dancing Dolphin Retreats on the waters off of Key West FL. combine the vibrational energy of crystals and gemstones with the magical interactions of the dolphin.
This past April I had the privilege of working with Capt. Victoria Impallomeni in offering these one day retreats. Here is an account of one of our days together.
 
Our journey begins with a perfect Florida Keys day. Light winds and warm temperatures greeted us as we pushed off the dock. There were 8 of us aboard the IMP II, a comfortable, shaded 25-ft. powerboat guided by Capt. Victoria of Dancing Dolphin Spirit Charters. Captain Victoria Impallomeni-Spencer is native wilderness guide with 36 years experience and an Environmental Marine Science Degree. Together, Capt. Victoria and myself have designed these retreats to offer an opportunity to connect with ourselves, each other, the crystals & stones and the dolphin and ocean where they freely roam.
 
Soon after we leave the dock. We gather together on the boat to speak aloud our intentions for the day and create a sacred space for healing and blessings to occur. Together, we witness and affirm these intentions for each other. With the crystals and gemstones attuned to the frequency of the dolphins we head out in search of the wild pods.
As we approach the area Capt Victoria calls “the dolphin’s playground”, we spot a single juvenile dolphin in the distance. As the boat slows, the youngster starts to swim towards us doing summersaults. We notice several other dolphin in the distance and soon they are surrounding our boat. There is all kinds of excitement on board, cameras come out, singing Tibetan & Crystal bowls and drums are played. Capt. Victoria puts on a Chant CD by Jonathan Goldman. Now, there are dolphin everywhere. It really does feel like they are dancing with us, as they move right up to the boat, swim down under us and return back to the surface. They move towards the boat, than away, over and over again just like dancing partners.
 
There is nothing that compares with making eye contact with a wild dolphin. These dolphin were choosing to be with us. They could have easily sped away, but they stayed with us, dancing and swimming all around. It was at this time we  programmed our quartz crystals with the energy and frequency of this dolphin encounter to take back home with us. We also programmed crystals with healing for the waters and offered blessings and thanks to the dolphin for this opportunity to connect and play with them. In this way we were both receiving and giving blessings. It was easy to feel a joyful, heartfelt connection with these intelligent marine mammals.
 
Capt. Victoria has total respect for the dolphin that she sees most everyday. She is careful not to disturb them if they are feeding. She let them come to us. Knowing many of them by name, she gave us information on how they live, communicate and survive in these waters off of Key West. Its easy to see the special connection she has with them.
Finally it was time to move away from the dolphins as we were heading to an uninhabited mangrove island where we would spend time in nature, exploring the island and creating our very own Crystal Mandalas on the sandy beach.
Once we unloaded our lunch and gear we gathered for a brief talk on Crystals and Gemstones. Everyone received a pouch filled with stones to use in the guided crystal meditations and to place in their personal Mandalas. Off we went to collect shells, coral, seaweeds and other natural treasures washed on the shore of the island. Building the mandalas became a creative and meditative process. This was a time for contemplation and connecting with the crystals and beautiful natural environment. 
 
After lunch we boarded our boat and headed to a shallow, sandy bottom, protected swimming area where we could snorkel amongst the soft corals or lazily drift in the warm, clear water. After another guided meditation using the crystals to support our experience, helping us to tune inward towards our personal journey of healing, we headed back to the dock and were once again blessed with another visit by the dolphin. Two sightings in one day!
 
Being able to connect with these beautiful beings, spending time on the beautiful sandy island and meditating with the healing crystals brought about a deep sense of relaxation, even a feeling of bliss and most certainly a deep sense of contentment and well being.
 
Each trip is different, of course, depending on the weather, tides, winds and dolphins. If you would like to experience a Healing Crystals/Dancing Dolphin retreat for yourself, please email me. I will let you know when we schedule another one. These retreats are offered during the winter months Nov-April when I’m back in my winter home in the Florida Keys. To go out with Capt. Victoria any time of year, just contact her directly.
 
Dolphins are amongst the most intelligent beings on the planet and being with them in their own habitat will amaze you.
 
Here is what Jamis Sams has to say about Dolphin from her Medicine Cards:
“Dolphin reminds us to tune in to the essence of life by taking a deep breath and relaxing. Dolphin also helps us tune-in to our own rhythm and become one with ‘Mother Nature’s’ rhythm. This medicine teaches us to ride the waves of laughter and spread joy throughout the world.”

Crystal Mandala

Thanks to MJ Taylor for these great photos from our day together.  http://www.cyber-key.com

Happy Dolphin

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How to Choose Chakra Jewelry

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Spirals of Light

I’ve been making Chakra Jewelry since 1994. Over these many years, I’ve often been asked “How do I choose a Chakra Bracelet. How do I know which one I need? Which one is best for me?”

Sometimes the answer is our Chakra Stones bracelet. This bracelet covers all the Chakras and helps balance each energy center. But, often if we just take a minute to tune into ourselves, by going inwards, to our center, taking  a few deep breaths, we can discern for ourselves which Chakra is calling out for balancing.

If you feel drawn to a particular color this can be an indication. Are you finding yourself wearing more blues or greens? Do you go to your clothes closet pick out a piece of clothing, only to put it back and choose something totally different than what you had planned? This can be a indicator. You may be drawn to the color of the Chakra that needs balancing. Or you could be avoiding a certain color, the very vibration you do need. Ask yourself the question, what’s my favorite color, than ask, which color do I like the least? Look into which Chakra these colors correspond to. You can find information on Chakras on our web site

Another way to explore which Chakras need balancing is to check into your feelings and desires. Are you wanting to feel closer to God, the Divine Creator? Is your inner being calling out for a higher guidance? You might choose the Divine Unity or Spirituality & Intuition bracelet. These two bracelets help you connect to your Higher Self and gain wisdom from the Divine.

 Needing to get a loan from the bank, but lacking the confidence to achieve the loan, choose the Desire bracelet. The gemstones used in this bracelet offer confidence and passion. Once you connect to your passion anything is possible.

Are you feeling creatively blocked? Take a look at the Expression & Creativity Bracelet. This bracelet corresponds to the Throat Chakra, where we express ourselves. Open this Chakra and “speak your truth”

Feeling spacey and unsettled, you may want to try the Power & Vitality bracelet, made with Hematite & Garnet. These two stones are grounding stones, helping you to feel connected to the Earth.

If you are still confused about choosing Chakra balancing jewelry, email me, mailto:Sales@Spiralsoflight.com, let me know what is going on in your life, I would be happy to help you make a choice.

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