The Tree of Life is a powerful symbol that transcends cultures and religions, representing the interconnectedness of all life on Earth. This ancient and universal symbol reminds us of our inner power, our ability to positively affect the lives of others, and of our connection to Mother Earth.
In different cultures the Tree of Life symbolizes different aspects of existence. In Norse mythology, it is known as Yggdrasil, the cosmic tree that spans across all nine worlds. In Celtic culture, it represents the connection between the physical and the spiritual worlds and the cycles of life and death. In Buddhism, the Bodhi tree, a sacred fig tree, symbolizes enlightenment.
The Tree of Life is believed to bring balance, harmony, and wisdom to those who connect with its energy. It is said to promote growth, strength, and resilience, much like a tree that withstands the changing seasons.
Essential oils are oils extracted from plants and their parts, such as wood, leaves, grasses, roots, and flowers. They can be used in aromatherapy, diffused, or applied to your skin. Some oils that resonate and capture the essence of the connectivity of trees are Fir Needle (needles), Cedarwood (wood), White Pine (needles), and Tea Tree (leaves).
The Tree of Life can align and support positive energy flow to our Root Chakra. When our Root Chakra is not aligned and not balanced, we may experience feelings of nervousness, fear, lack of motivation, and disconnected.
Crystals that are often associated with the Tree of Life symbol include Petrified Wood, Amber, and Moss Agate. They resonate with strength, honor our connection to Mother Earth, and bring balance into our lives.
The symbolism of the Tree of Life remains a powerful reminder of the interconnectedness of all living beings and the cyclical nature of existence. Embrace the wisdom and energy of the Tree of Life to cultivate growth, balance, and spiritual enlightenment in your life!
As the holiday season approaches, stress levels begin to rise with the hustle and bustle and we feel a need for balance and peace in our lives. One way to promote self-care is incorporating essential oils into your daily routine. Historically, these oils have been used for their various therapeutic benefits, including stress relief and supporting the immune system. Here are our favorite ways to use essential oils during this season.
Stress Relief
Essential oils can be used to bring in positive emotions, diffuse stress, and calm nerves. Use them in diffusers, sprays, apply to the skin with a carrier oil, or apply to lava bead bracelets. Bergamot, Lavender, Cedarwood, and Clary Sage are oils that support our emotions, relieve anxious feelings, and help us get restful sleep.
Bath Soaks
Salts, such as Himalayan Sea Salt and Epsom salt, help detox, remove stagnant energy, and relax your body and mind. The most effective way to incorporate these minerals is using them during a bath. Combining the salts with essential oils can be energetically cleansing as well. A warm bath soak can help detox from overindulgence, promote restful sleep, or support the body if recovering from an illness.
Immune Support
Essential oils such as Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, and citrus oils, such as Sweet Orange and Lemon, are natural antimicrobials, antibacterials, and promote immune support. Use these protective oils in a room diffuser or spray during cold and flu season, to maintain a healthy immune system or when recovering from an illness.
Improve Mood
The shortened daylight hours and cloudy days of winter can make us feel unmotivated and dampen our spirits. Peppermint, Lemon, and Sweet Orange are some oils that naturally invoke positivity, hope, and joy. They also deodorize and freshen our space. Diffusing or applying these oils to our skin with a carrier oil in the morning can set the tone for an uplifting day ahead. Take care with citrus oils as they are phototoxic and can burn the skin when exposed to prolonged sunlight.
Grounding
If you're experiencing feelings of hopelessness, nervousness, or fear, grounding may help to center and balance your emotions. Grounding may also decrease your cortisol levels which can positively affect your body, mind, and spirit. Some oils that offer us strength and connect us to Mother Earth are Fir Needle, Cedarwood, and our Three Feathers Apothecary blends such as Rooted and Winter. They can be diluted with a carrier oil and massaged into the bottom of your feet before bedtime for deep, restful sleep.
The Sacral Chakra, the second chakra in our body's energy system, is located in the lower abdomen a few fingers below the belly button. It is responsible for our emotions, creativity, and sensuality. Often seen as the color orange, it is also associated with the water element and represented by a six petal lotus flower. The Sanskrit name is "Svadhisthana", which translates to "where your Being is established".
When our Sacral Chakra is balanced, we are in harmony with our emotional well-being and nurture healthy relationships with ourselves and others. We can tap deep into the collective consciousness and express ourselves with creativity, desire, and innovation. Our ability to make changes or change our course is fluid and flawless. We are able to balance our home and work lives and find ourselves on course with our true soul purpose.
Imbalances in the Sacral Chakra can often manifest as feelings of guilt, emotional overload, a lack of creativity, or feelings of being "stuck". We may find difficulty expressing our true desires and feel as thought we've lost our way. Feelings of jealousy and envy may sabotage our relationships and create undesirable working and home environments.
There are some crystals that can be powerful tools for balancing and activating the Sacral Chakra. Here are some of our favorites for working with this chakra.
There are other techniques to find balance and unblock the Sacral Chakra. Try incorporating yoga poses such Pigeon, Bridge, and Happy Baby to encourage the flow of energy. Essential oils such as Ylang Ylang, Clary Sage, Sweet Orange, and Patchouli help released repressed emotions and purify your energy. Use them in a bath along with bath salts or diffuse in your space. Incorporate a Reiki session or a Breakthwork meditation into your regular self-care routine. Boost your creativity with art, writing, designing, or anything that you find taps into your creative muse. Spending time outdoors immersed in nature can not only ground you but renew your desire for discovery and spark your imagination.
Keeping our Sacral Chakra balanced and flowing enhances our creativity, emotional well-being, and overall vitality. When we're in true harmony with our inner passion and desires our capacity for innovation and transformation are limitless!
Symbol: 
Orange color, symbolizing fire, optimism, and purity
Crescent moon inside two circles, which are inside a six-petaled lotus flower
Svadhisthana
Element: Water
Color: Orange
Location: Lower abdomen
Eucalyptus' (Eucalyptus globulus) distinctive fresh, camphorous scent combined with its natural ability to invigorate your state of being and support your immune system make it a staple in any household, especially during cold and flu season. It can sharpen your senses and revitalize your mind.
Therapeutic & Energetic Qualities
Eucalyptus is a natural antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. It's beneficial in massage blends as it is a natural analgesic. Using Eucalyptus can fight mental fatigue, especially when our days are shorter and we're exposed to less sunshine. It can be blended with Sweet Orange, Lime, or Lemon essential oils for a boost of immune support and to freshen your space.
How to Incorporate Eucalyptus into Your Daily Routine
Eucalyptus essential oil is a staple in our aromatherapy toolkit! Use it year round to support your immune system, increase clarity and alertness, and to freshen up your home. We love the notes it adds to our Bug Slay Mist.
Cedarwood's (Juniperus virginiana) sweet, balsamic aroma combined with its natural ability to calm and strengthen our resolve is one of our favorites on its own or for blending with other oils. It can ease tension and clear your mind so you can focus on the day ahead.
Therapeutic & Energetic Qualities
Cedarwood is a natural astringent, anti-inflammatory, and has antibacterial properties. Historically, Cedarwood has been used in folk medicine as an astringent, to treat kindey and bladder conditions, and for respiratory congestion. Chests made from Cedarwood have been used for centuries to store valuable items as the wood is a natural insect repellent.
Because of its calming properties, it can be used as a tonic for those experiencing stressful situations. It blends beautifully with other stress reducing oils such as Lavender and Bergamot.
How to Incorporate Cedarwood into Your Daily Routine
Cedarwood esential oil is a must have in our our aromatherapy toolkit! It can be used to calm and relax nervous feelings, support the immune system, and give us strength and keep us connected and grounded to the energy of Mother Earth. We love the notes it adds to our Autumn Oil Blend, Illuminate Bath Soak, Lemurian Light Mist & Oil Blend, and our grounding oil Rooted.
The Autumn Equinox marks a time of balance and transition, when day and night are of equal length. This is a powerful time to reflect on balance in our own life-between the light and dark and giving and receiving. Taking the time to acknowledge and celebrate this seasonal shift can bring a deeper connection to Mother Earth and the Universe.
The Autumn Equinox, is also a time of harvest and gratitude. It is a moment to reflect on the abundance in our lives and give thanks for the blessings we have received. Tune into the energy of the Autumn Equinox in meditation to contemplate what you are grateful for in your life. Set intentions for the coming season and visualize the abundance you wish to attract. By honoring the energy of the Autumn Equinox, you are aligning yourself with the natural rhythms of Mother Earth. This can bring a sense of peace and harmony to your life, as well as help you manifest your desires.
Another way to harness the power of the Autumn Equinox is to create a crystal grid with not only crystals but also incorporating natural elements of the season, such as acorns and leaves. Our favorite crystals to bring in the energy of the Autumn Equinox are Tiger Eye, Smoky Quartz, Carnelian, Tourmaline in Quartz, and Labradorite. Using essential oils such as Cedarwood, Frankincense, and Sweet Orange can also help ground your energy, support reflection and introspection, and bring scattered thoughts into focus. Diffuse these oils in your home or apply to your skin to begin your day with purpose and clarity. Our Autumn oil blend incorporates those same elements to support you during this seasonal change.
Embrace the energy the Autumn Equinox and watch as the Universe aligns to support your intentions!
On September 18, the Earth will come between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow over a portion of the moon, creating a lunar eclipse. This cosmic event is believed to amplify the energy of the full moon, making it a powerful time for release, renew, and manifestation. It symbolizes a time of transformation and change, a period where old patterns and beliefs can be released, making way for new beginnings and growth. Embrace this energy to let go of what no longer serves you. In other words, where are you out of alignment with your authentic self? As you drop away patterns and beliefs that are no longer in right relationship with your true soul purpose, you will not only find more joy in your life but gain clarity on your spiritual path.
Harness this potent energy to connect with your intuition and Higher Self. This energy helps you tap into your subconscious mind. Trust your instincts! Use those intuitive hits to set intentions for the future. Take time to reflect on what you truly desire and write down your goals, dreams, and aspirations. The energy of the eclipse can amplify your intentions and help you manifest your dreams into reality. Building a crystal grid during the energy of the eclipse can heighten and amplify your intentions. Some of our favorite crystals to work with when manifesting are Ruby in Kyanite, Citrine, Smoky Quartz, Lemurian Quartz, and Flower Agate. Working with oracle or angel cards can also provide direction and guidance. Our favorites during eclipse and full moon energy are the Moonology™ series by Yasmin Boland.
Embrace this energy, trust in the process, and allow yourself to be guided by the wisdom of the cosmos. The Universe provides you with clarity, transformation, and abundance in all areas of your life!
Check out our Eclipse Manifestation Spray, thoughtfully blended with charged spring water, a Lemurian crystal, and essential oils that will bring peace and transformation into your spirit.
Sometimes we all need a little help to stay on task and keep us from distractions. Essential oils are a natural way to enhance our focus and concentration. Here are our top 5 favorite oils to keep us on task throughout the day!
Rosemary: Known for its stimulating properties, Rosemary oil can help improve memory and mental clarity. It will gently invigorate and sharpen your senses. Pair Rosemary with a Fluorite crystal to further enhance its properties. Rosemary can have a strong aroma so a small amount is preferred.
Clary Sage: It brings in a balance of both calmness and stimulation into your environment. Clary Sage will not only strengthen your resolve but it can relax your mind while keeping you grounded. It also helps clear out dense energy in your work space.
Frankincense: This sacred oil is ideal for uplifting your sprit and brings in fresh energy. Lessen the worry and stress of deadlines with its calming, peaceful properties.
Peppermint: The invigorating scent of peppermint oil can help boost energy levels and promote alertness. Use Peppermint to combat mental fatigue and sharpen your creative mind. It blends well with Sweet Orange essential oil, another uplifting oil.
Citrus oils: Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, and Sweet Orange are perfect to brighten up your space with their uplifting aroma. Because of their familiar and refreshing scent, these oils work well with children. Enjoy their boost of positivity in their study or play space. These oils are phototoxic, so use caution when applying directly to the skin if you'll be exposed to the sun or UV rays.
There are several ways to incorporate essential oils into your daily routine to help improve focus and concentration. You can diffuse the oils in a diffuser as you're studying or working. Use them in a roller or dilute with a carrier oil, such as Jojoba oil, and apply to pulse points. Or try them as a spray in your work space or home.
Next time you're feeling unfocused or distracted, reach for one of these essential oils to help sharpen your mind and boost your productivity!
Sweet Orange (Citrus sinesis) is one of our favorite oils for blending or using on its own. Its familiar aroma blends beautifully with many different oils but especially with other citrus oils and warm, spicy scents. It's usually cold-pressed from the rind of the orange fruit.
Therapeutic and Energetic Properties
Sweet Orange is a natural astringent, and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is high in d-limonene which is supportive to your immune system. It can be incorporated with other oils such as Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, or Grapefruit when recovering from an illness. Sweet Orange's bright aroma unblocks stagnant energy and soothes nerves. It can also be incorporated in blends for its ability to strengthen and uplift those who are experiencing lingering depressive feelings.
How to Incorporate Sweet Orange into Your Daily Routine
Sweet Orange essential oil is a must have in our our aromatherapy toolkit! It can be used to support the immune system, dispel heavy emotional feelings, or used alone for its refreshing and uplifting scent. We love the notes it adds to our Summer Oil Blend and Synergy Oil Blend.
If you're experiencing feelings of hopelessness, nervousness, fear, anger, or insecurity, grounding or earthing may help balance and center your emotions. Intentionally moving your energetic field into a state of stability and strength can improve sleep quality, increase feelings of happiness, contentment, and optimism, and reduce stress. Grounding can also decrease cortisol levels which can positively affect your overall physical and emotional health. Here are some of our favorite ways to ground and center.
Meditation and Breathwork
Meditating even a short time each day (15 minutes or less) can cultivate an inner peace and a sense of awareness. Our favorite tool for guided meditations is the Insight Timer app. It's free, easy to use, and has a diverse variety of options. Breathwork is consciously altering your breathing pattern in a state of meditation to produce a positive physical, emotional, and energetic state.
Spending Time in Nature
The closest way to commune with Mother Earth and her natural rhythms is to spend time outside immersed in forests, trees, parks, or prairies. Activities such as hiking, swimming, gardening, and connecting to the ground in bare feet, can help you sync up with the Earth's heartbeat. Perform these activities with intentions for grounding and releasing of unwanted energy and give gratitude to Mother Earth for her unwavering support!
Essential Oils
We love to incorporate essential oils into our daily lives for grounding and centering. You can diffuse them in your space or apply them to pulse points or to the bottom of your feet. The most effective grounding oils are those derived from roots, rhizome or trees. For example Vetiver, Spikenard, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, and our own blend, Rooted.
Work with Crystals
Crystals can support and align you through the day. Our favorite grounding crystals are Black Tourmaline, Obsidian, Tiger Eye, Smoky Quartz, and Jasper. They will help to keep you protected and secure. Carry them in your pockets, wear as jewelry, or place in strategic spots in your space to balance and center their energy. Because of their protective nature, they will need to be cleansed often by smudging, Selenite, or sound vibrational instruments.
Root Chakra
Sometimes we're not grounded because our Root Chakra is out of balance. When it is out of alignment, too open or blocked, you may feel unmotivated, anxious, fearful, angry, insecure, stuck, or exhausted. When the energy isn't flowing properly, you'll likely feel disconnected from the earth or emotions of stubbornness and greed may creep in. Feelings of insecurity and shame often stem from childhood or ancestral trauma and these manifest in blockages at the Root Chakra. There are tools to remove these blockages. See our blog post on the Root Chakra for more information.
Sound Healing
Sound vibrational instruments such as Tibetan singing bowls and drums can help move blockages and unwanted energy. To amplify the experience, try placing your feet in a large singing bowl while it's being played. You can also use these instruments in your daily meditation practice.
Reiki and Biomat
Reiki sessions improve the flow of energy through our chakras and can improve our over health. As stagnant energy is released and a health flow of energy returns to your body, you become grounded and centered. The biomat uses a combination of infra-red rays and Amethyst to soothe all body systems and leave you feeling refreshed and at peace.
Learning how to ground can be the key to finding balance and peace in your life. It can restore your energy levels, improve your focus and clarity of thought, and reduce inflammation. You may find yourself feeling more connected to the world around you, more in tune with your body's natural rhythms, and more at peace with the challenges life may bring!
What is the Throat Chakra?
The Throat Chakra also known as Vishuddha in Sanskrit, plays a crucial role in our ability to communicate effectively, express ourselves authentically, and our ability to truly listen. The Throat Chakra is the fifth chakra in the body's energy system, located at the base of the throat which governs our communication, self-expression, and ability to speak our truth. It resonates with the color blue, the Ether or space element, it's associated with the G note, and the mantra Ham. The symbol is a descending triangle in the middle of a circle surrounded by sixteen petals of the lotus flower. When the Throat Chakra is balanced, we can articulate our thoughts clearly, listen attentively, and express ourselves with confidence.
How to Balance Your Throat Chakra
An imbalance in the Throat Chakra can manifest in various ways, such as difficulty expressing yourself, fear of speaking up, or feeling misunderstood. This can be caused by past trauma, societal influences and restrictions, past lives, or current living situations. Physical symptoms may include throat issues, neck pain, or thyroid problems. Or you may experience anxiety, low self-esteem, frustration, loss of control, stagnant, or feelings of depression.
There are several techniques to balance the Throat Chakra. Try incorporating Breathwork meditations and Reiki sessions into your self-care routine. Crystals we suggest to work with are Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite, Aquamarine, and Blue Kyanite. Blue crystals work best! Something as simple as using your vocal cords such as chanting or singing can help remove blockages. Speaking up for yourself or others who are vulnerable can stimulate and restore energy to the Throat Chakra. Yoga poses such as Cat/Cow, Lion's Pose, Cobra, or Fish Pose circulate energy to the Throat Chakra. Lavender and Frankincense essential oils have a calming effect on the body and in turn can encourage personal expression. Use in a diffuser blend in your work space or wear on pulse points when in need of support. Working with Archangel Gabriel, the angel of communication and transformation, can help remove blockages and restore integrity to your Throat Chakra.
Speak Your Truth
When the Throat Chakra is balanced, we experience improved communication skills, enhanced self-expression, and a greater sense of authenticity. We can speak our truth confidently, set boundaries, and connect with others on a deeper level. A balanced Throat Chakra empowers us to express ourselves with clarity and integrity.
Understanding and nurturing the Throat Chakra is essential for fostering healthy communication and self-expression. By incorporating practices that support the Throat Chakra into our daily routine, we can cultivate a greater sense of authenticity and connection in our interactions with others.
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Element: Ether or space
Color: Blue
Location: Base of the throat
Kundalini energy is a powerful force that is often described as a dormant energy that lies coiled at the base of the spine, waiting to be awakened. It's been depicted as a coiled serpent at the base of the spine. It's also associated with the Divine Feminine, which is present in every body. When awakened, this energy is said to rise through the chakras, leading to spiritual enlightenment and a profound sense of awareness.
How Can Kundalini Energy be Awakened?There are various practices and techniques that are believed to awaken Kundalini energy, such as yoga, meditation, breathwork, and energy healing sessions. These practices aim to purify the energy channels in the body, allowing the Kundalini energy to rise and activate the higher chakras. Activating Kundalini can be experienced as the following.
Kundalini energy is powerful and the awakening process should be done with an amount of caution. Be sure your physical body is supported and do not attempt awakening during a short term illness or a chronic condition that is not controlled or currently in treatment. Practicing a regular self-care routine and having access to wellness tools can help mitigate any challenges. Regular exercise, refraining from alcohol and other substances, fueling your body with nourishing organic unprocessed foods and staying well-hydrated are ways to keep your physical body supported during the process.
Working with crystals can open and stimulate Kundalini energy. We suggest Kundalini Citrine, Shiva Lingam, Serpentine, and Ruby Spinel. Garnet can be used to help control the energy. Certain crystal shapes can also tap into Kundalini energy such as mushrooms, flames, and shiva lingams.
Support your body, mind, and spirit with essential oils such as Lavender, Frankincense, Geranium, Peppermint, and Rosemary. Our Divine Feminine roller blend can also encourage and support you during the process.
Benefits of Kundalini AwakeningThose who have experienced a Kundalini awakening often report a heightened sense of awareness, spiritual growth, and a deeper connection to the Universe and Source. It is said to bring about a profound transformation in one's life, leading to a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment. The awakening of Kundalini energy is believed to unlock a person's full potential and lead to a state of bliss and enlightenment.
While the concept of Kundalini energy may seem esoteric to some, it has a long history in various spiritual traditions and is still practiced by many today. Exploring Kundalini energy can be a transformative journey towards greater self-awareness and well-being!
