Decks / Oracle Cards Basics
As I shared in My Disclaimer, part of my journey has been getting past my preconceived notions and biases, and instead seeking to truly understand. And oracle cards were actually what helped me realize that. …the first time someone spoke to me about oracle cards, I was deeply disturbed because I was convinced they were not…
Owning What is Yours (and Resisting Taking on What Isn’t)
Understanding healthy boundaries can be challenging if it isn’t something that has been modeled. As a female, being raised in an era where I was supposed to be a “good little girl,” often meant I considered everyone else’s needs and desires before my own. As an adult, this means I still struggle with “feeling mean” if…
Black Tourmaline vs. Smoky Quartz: An Empath’s Guide
Many of the grounding/protective stones get used interchangeably, and from one perspective it makes sense because there are overlapping properties; however the subtle differences can be very helpful when putting them to use. When I was relatively new to working with crystals, a conversation with a fellow empath gave me some clarity on when I’d…
Do Stones/Crystals have Metaphysical Properties?
When I first tell people about my rock and crystal obsession, they often will ask if I *really believe* that they have metaphysical properties. At the end of the day, I don’t know that my personal opinion matters to anyone but me – so instead I’ll share these thoughts for you to ponder as you…
