the crystal is...AMBER

I really need to blog more often. I've always loved it and I've found it most therapeutic to me. I have many friends that blog but do you think I even have time to read their blogs these days, no...I have too much on my plate. That's not a bad thing of course, I've never felt so alive.

I am looking forward to Spring. It's a wonderful time of year. By now, a lot of us are so exhausted as Winter has depleted our energy stores, we've put on a few kilos and we just want some warmer weather. So...no more hibernation (everything goes sort of quiet doesn't it?) and here's to new beginnings. So, now is the time to let go of all that is stagnant and rid yourselves of everything that is not required. De-clutter and enjoy some new balance and growth and welcome the flowers and the amazing feelings that Spring brings.

Now, for the fun stuff. I'm in love with crystals. You all knew that. That's how my beautiful journey started at the beginning of the year and it sort of went from there. Now I'm reading for people and having some beautiful, amazing experiences along the way, I love the women (haven't had a man yet!) who come to me for guidance and wanting to find their purpose. I can't believe the strength of women, throughout their pregnancies, their childbirth (man that's never an easy thing, although beautiful) and who ever forgot the sleep deprivation, no sex, waking up making bottles or breastfeeding every few hours, having no time for themselves? All in good fun, especially when you see your little ones smiling and hugging you and even telling you they love you! However, it hurts at the time and it's never easy. So, well done to all those wonderful Mums who have now found themselves and are following their dreams.



Well done to all those other beautiful beings I've read for, without children, who are going on to travel, study and find their purpose in their lives. Wow, so many of them (Mums too) have even gone down that gorgeous, spiritual path. There is nothing quite like it and you will never look back once you feel alive, magickal and fulfilled each day of your waking life with spirituality by your side.

Now, crystals.....

Each week, I'm going to focus on a special crystal. I'll give you their properties, all healing, spiritual and physical and feel free to discuss what this crystal does for you!

This week it is AMBER!

Who loves Amber? I know I do. I have some small pieces with bugs in them which are very special, a gift from Trevor Gollagher. But I do have this amazing piece (that was of reasonable price - if you can get some, get it, it doesn't matter about the cost, go with the one you're drawn to!), and this is it:



Properties

Key Words - Light, warmth, solar energies, clarification, healing
Element - Earth
Chakras - Solar Plexus (3rd)

Spiritual - Amber assists one in connecting with Light beings, particularly those who are on Earth or who are to assist us through the coming shift. It helps us intergrate Light energy into the physical body, and is an excellent support for energetic healing. It offers protection through processing less desirable frequencies into cleaner, higher energy. Amber links us with Solar energy, reminding us of the Light and helping us clear resistance to our personal evolution.

Emotional - Amber can assist those with Seasonal Affective Disorder or other depression based on light deprivation. It can help one find purpose and strength, taking action to evolve one's reality toward higher consciousness. It can assist the psychically sensitive by offering a protective Light barrier against negativity until they are able to control their intuitive skills.

Physical - Amber helps increase general vitality and energy levels. It assists energetically in drawing out infection and preventing infection from occurring. It can stimulate sluggish digestion, organ and gland function. For those who work with removing entities from the energy field, Amber can be a valuable ally for sealing the aura after extraction and clearing any lingering negative patterns that might re-establish themselves in one's field.

Animals - Use Amber to help animals (particularly older animals) self-heal.

Children - It will help children to overcome shyness and is protective against spite and sarcasm at school.

Love - Amber is an exceptionally important stone for attracting love.

Protection - Amber was traditionally used by Roman gladiators as a protective amulet against both danger and fear. It is a stone of courage. It is generally protective.

Psychic - Amber should be used for astral travel and any past life work. It will help transform negative into positive energy. Amber should be used in all fertility magic and is especially effective when used in conjunction with Jet. It can also be used to help invoke power and protection when channeling the wisdom of the Goddess. Amber should be used in any ritual that is performed for an area that is under threat.

Recharging Its Energies - Charge Amber in sunlight at noon for a few minutes, especially in the summer solstice.

I keep my Amber with a Jet Crystal next to my deity on my altar, Isis. To me, these are great gifts to my Goddess.

Source: The Book of Stones by Naisha Ahsian and Healing Crystals by Cassandra Eason