Tag Archive for: healing

How to Use Stones for Healing
Stones can be used as an aid for all types of healing - mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. All aspects of our being are intimately connected, whether we perceive it or not. When we focus on healing one area, the other corresponding aspects…

What is Reiki?
Reiki is an ancient healing practice used to improve health, relieve stress and pain, and bring body, mind and spirit into proper balance. The word Reiki is derived from two Japanese words Rei, which represents the Divine, higher universal…

Palo Santo
The Palo Santo tree (Bursera graveolens) grows in various regions of South and Central America. Palo Santo has been used for centuries by Shamans for its wide array of healing benefits. The Spanish translation for this tree is literally…

The Meaning of a Resolution
As the end of the current year approaches; many start to turn their eyes to the promise that January brings. There's nothing quite like a new calendar and a new year to inspire optimism, even if it's only fleeting. Although “New Year's…

Ten Ways to be Thankful
During the Thanksgiving season, the focus turns to gratitude and celebration; but consciously focusing on gratitude every day can enrich overall sense of well-being and open the mind up to new possibilities and opportunities throughout the year. …

The Healing Power of Crystals
Since ancient times, many cultures have used crystals, stones and minerals for healing rituals. Many people are instinctively drawn to stones from a young age, often not understanding the deeper reason why.
I remember as a child visiting…

How to Use a Healing Wand
Healing wands are used to draw in and direct healing energies to specific areas of the body. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and are made from various healing stones and crystals. Some wands are pointed at one end and rounded…

Different Types of Crystals and Their Meanings
Scientifically, crystals are defined as solid substances having a naturally occurring geometric form. The atoms and molecules that form them are repeated in exactly the same way over and over, giving them their distinct, symmetrical appearance.…

Empty Your Cup
“Empty your cup” is a common mantra used to teach enlightenment in many disciplines, but what does it mean? To truly gain wisdom and understanding you must make room for new ideas to enter.
Take for example the parable of the Master trying…

How to be at Peace with Yourself
Inner peace is often seen as a goal to be attained. We are taught that when we find happiness; it will bring us peace. As a result, most of us spend our time actively pursuing goals, having careers, buying things, and looking to others for…