Spiral of Life Begins Again with Vernal Equinox

The Vernal Equinox or Spring Equinox was yesterday, March 20.  With it we see Mother Earth changing and growing; spring is the time of rebirth and rejuvenation.  It reminds me of a spiral of life that is ever expanding outward, embracing creativity and freedom enabling all of us to be who we were meant to be.

Now is the time for each of us to stretch ourselves and find new beginnings and new outlets for our creativity, expressing love for God's Creation and all beings.

The flow of the seasons is felt in our inner life and outer life as we move in and expand our spiral of life - the spiral starts out tight in the beginning and gradually loosens as we expand our creative selves into becoming all that our Creator intended for us to be.  Every step we take is an invitation to grow.  Life changes, nothing stays the same.  We have to embrace the change, and strike out on new paths when necessary.

Our ancient ancestors knew that Spring was the time for all things to experience growth and rebirth.  They realized that the long, hard winter gave way to new crops which meant food and animals would give birth.  Our ancestors honored this time with rituals and celebrations.  We, too, can embrace this celebration, honoring Spring and Easter, as we transform into new beings.

Please be encouraged at this time to:

Dream big
Express gratitude
Demonstrate creativity
Embrace wholeness - be the whole person you were meant to be
Allow perfect peace to enter your being
Discover what you were created to be by our Divine Creator -
And then Be that Person

~~ Jem

Healing Crystals for Colds and Flus

Flu season is almost over hopefully but still we are getting several inquiries on how to use healing crystals for colds and flus.

Colds and flu are caused by bacterial and viral agents that agent one's system.  But if it could really be traced by the source, we would find that the individual had allowed the energy system to be depleted or get run down, allowing for illness to seize the opportunity to make its way into the energetic body.

Healing crystals help by allowing the body to relax and heal itself as well as re-align the energy disruption, and speed up healing on the physical level.

Be sure to cleanse and clear the stones frequently when you have a cold or flu.

Healing Crystals to Use with Colds and Flu:
Choose a stone from the list below to carry on the body until the symptoms cease -

Flu Symptoms - Fluorite, Moss Agate, Labradorite, Leopardskin Jasper
Colds - Larimar, Labradorite, Fluorite, Moss Agate, Jet, Carnelian, Ametrine, Clear Quartz, Leopardskin Jasper
Coughs - Amber, Ametrine, Aquamarine, Topaz

Hold the crystal(s) and make a healing affirmation.  For example, say "My body is healed.  I have energy and peace."  Visualize a white light entering the body and clearing out all areas of sickness, replacing with the white light.

Place the crystals under the pillow or bed at night while you sleep.

Use a Healing Grid:
Lay down for 30 - 45 minutes daily with this healing grid until the symptoms are alleviated -

Base Chakra - Hematite
Sacral Chakra - Red Jasper
Solar Plexus - Yellow Jasper or Amber
Heart - Emerald or Rose Quartz
Throat Chakra - Blue Agate
Third Eye - Lapiz
Crown Chakra - Clear Quartz

Outside of feet and hands -Place a clear Quartz point on the outside of each foot pointing up or down (does not matter, just make sure all points are pointing the same direction).
Outside of head (beside ears) - Place a clear Quartz point on the outside of each ear pointing up or down.

Crystal Elixir:
An elixir can be made of the chosen stones to give a boost, sip as needed.  Gargling with the elixir is help, mix with salt water to sooth a sore throat.

Warm Bath:
A warm bath can help using some of the above healing crystals mixed with Hematite or Rose Quartz.  Place stones directly in the bath water, placing a Blue Agate or Lapis on the Crown Chakra for added relaxation and healing.

Steam inhalation can be very infective for colds.  Add a few drops of lavender, tea tree oil, or eucalyptus oil to very hot water.  Add 10 drops of your Crystal Elixir and place in a glass bowl (not metal).  Create a tent effect with a towel or cloth over your head and bowl - inhale the steam for 15 minutes.  If you do not have an elixir made up, put your stones in the hot water.

Disclaimer:
We are not physicians or medical practitioners.  Information provided above is based on folklore and anecdotal information.  Healing crystals are a complementary health modality to be used in conjunction with regular medical treatment, not as a replacement for conventional treatment.  Always obtain a diagnosis and treatment from a qualified physician.