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 energy healing 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 basic yoga poses for beginners, 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 Awakening
Those 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!
Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) is one of our favorite oils for blending or using on its own. It blends beautifully with almost every oil but especially with other citrus oils, floral oils, and warm, woodsy scents. It's usually cold-pressed from the rind of the fruit that grows on bergamot orange trees. Most Bergamot oil is produced and grown in Italy, but can be found in warmer climates around the world.
Therapeutic and Energetic Properties
Bergamot is a natural analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. It can be incorporated in a massage blend to relieve soreness and soothe the nervous system. Combine it with oils such as Eucalyptus, Frankincense, or Grapefruit when recovering from an illness or in need of a fresh start. Its gentle ability to be calm, restorative, and balancing can help lessen times of worry. The Sacral Chakra can be balanced and aligned with the bright scent of Bergamot. It instills feelings of positivity and helps to release repressed emotions that may be contributing to feelings of sadness or lack of motivation.
Bergamot is phototoxic (heightens your skin sensitivity in the sun) and direct sunlight should be avoided for up to 12 hours after application.
How to Incorporate Bergamot into Your Daily Routine
Bergamot essential 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 relieve sore muscles, or used alone for its refreshing and uplifting scent. We love the notes it adds to our Eclipse Manifestation Mist Spray, Lemurian Light Oil Blend, Lemurian Light Spray, and Synergy Oil Blend.
Meditation is an important part of our daily practice that involves focusing our minds and redirecting our thoughts. The goal of meditation is to cultivate awareness, inner peace, and a sense of presence in the present moment. Regular meditation practice has been shown to reduce stress, calm the mind, improve sleep and concentration, promote emotional well-being, and enhance overall mental and physical health.
We often hear, "I can't meditate, my brain has too many thoughts!" Thoughts are normal and the more you try to push them away, the stronger they seem to become. Try this instead! Get in a comfortable position, close your eyes, and imagine you're sitting near a stream in the forest. As a thought comes in, place it on a leaf that is floating down the stream, and watch it drift away. Accept the thought, place it on the leaf, and continue this exercise until you feel more present and in the moment.
Our Favorite Tools and Tips
Meditation is accessible to everyone. All you need is a few minutes a day and your life will forever be changed! By starting with simple practices and gradually building a routine, you can reduce stress, improve focus, and cultivate a greater sense of peace and happiness. Find what resonates with you and enjoy the journey. How are you raising your vibration today?
Check out our current meditation offerings!
May is Women's Health Month, a time to bring awareness to the unique needs and issues of women. One of the ways to nurture and revitalize emotional and physical health is through aromatherapy. Essential oils that are inhaled and used in topical applications can bring in relaxation, focus, and relieve emotions such as fear, anxiety, and stress. Here are our favorite oils for women to consider incorporating into their daily routine to support their physical and emotional health.
Our Three Feathers Apothecary Divine Feminine Oil Blend invokes the wisdom and power of the Divine Feminine with supportive essential oils. The Divine Feminine resides in all of us, in our capacity for infinite compassion, empathy, and ability to nurture and sustain life. Awaken your sacred intuition and your innate ability to connect with the heartbeat of Mother Earth. When you are grounded and balanced in this energy, you can stand in your power and the spiritual consciousness of your true soul's purpose.
Prioritizing self-care and well-being can reduce stress, boost energy, and lead to healthy relationships! Essential oils can be a great addition to your wellness routine. Check out our Three Feathers Apothecary line of oils and sprays.
The Solar Plexus Chakra is one of your energy centers located above the navel, near the diaphragm. It governs your self-esteem, personal power, and your sense of purpose. Experiencing feelings of insecurity, indecisiveness, lack of motivation, and confidence can be an indication that this center is out of balance. When it is open and balanced, you'll feel confident, motivated, and in control of your life.
What is the Solar Plexus Chakra?
The Solar Plexus Chakra, also known as Manipura in Sanskrit (or the "city of jewels"), is the third chakra in the body's energy system located above the navel, in the upper abdomen. It resonates with the color yellow, the fire element, the E note, and the frequency of 528 Hz. Its symbol is a yellow ten petaled lotus flower with a downward-pointing triangle. The triangle represents the fire element and the transmission of receiving cosmic energy and sending it out into the world. The petals symbolize the unfolding of the Divine within you.
How to Balance Your Solar Plexus Chakra
If you find yourself in repetitive patterns of self-defeating thoughts, low motivation, difficulty with self-control, and in a loop of victim mentality, you may be experiencing an imbalance of your Solar Plexus Chakra. Sometimes past abuse and trauma, even ancestral or past life, can contribute to blockages. There are several ways to balance your Solar Plexus Chakra and unlock its full potential. Practicing yoga poses, such as Boat Pose and Warrior III, can help stimulate your core. Meditating or carrying/wearing crystals that vibrate with the frequency of this chakra can gently cleanse this energy center. Crystals we suggest are Citrine, Brucite, Tiger Eye, and Amber.
Using aromatherapy such as essential oils either by diffusing in your space or wearing on your pulse points can open up and create flow in your Solar Plexus Chakra. Bergamot, Cedarwood, Black Pepper, or Geranium essential oils are all great choices for working with imbalance.
Archangel Uriel is strongly aligned with this chakra and calling upon him during meditation can help you release from old patterns and fear. He brings messages of courage, peace, reminds you of your Divine connectedness, and the wisdom to realize your full potential.
A Reiki session is another great way to bring your Solar Plexus Chakra into balance. Reiki practitioners are able to assess the Solar Plexus Chakra for imbalances and make recommendations to maintain its integrity.
Step into Your Power
By taking the time to balance your Solar Plexus Chakra, you can tap into your personal power and nurture your self-confidence. Maintain a healthy flow of energy in your Solar Plexus Chakra with regular self-care, positive affirmations, and devotion to the alignment of your body, mind, and spirit. Embrace the energy and watch as your life transforms before your eyes!
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Yellow color, symbolizing new beginnings & connection to the fire element
10 lotus petals & downward facing triangle representing the unfolding of Divine within yourself & the transmission of cosmic energy into your being
Seed Mantra Ram
Element: Fire or Sun, your inner strength, will power, and vitality
Color: Yellow for illumination and inspiration
Location: Above the navel, upper abdominal region
Our home is our sacred space where we commune with friends and family and practice self-care. It's crucial to our health and interpersonal relationships to maintain a high vibration in our living spaces. Spring is an optimal time for a deep clean and a reset of energy in your home.
Start by decluttering or rearranging furniture to break up any stagnant energy. Cleanse with herb bundles or wood such as Sage or Palo Santo to clear out any heavy, dense energy. Set a simple intention, walk around the house moving the smoke into corners, along the walls, and closets. Playing sound vibrational instruments such as drums, singing bowls, and chimes after a smoke cleansing can quickly raise the vibration in your body as well as your space.
Keep the energy fresh and positive by placing cleansing Selenite above door jams and in rooms where you spend time watching programs, playing video games, and browsing social media. Incorporating Selenite lamps in your space is another way to promote serenity and anchor in an energetic shield. Other crystals to incorporate for a continuous flow of positive energy are Tourmaline, Black Kyanite, Golden Healer, Mica, Celestite, and any high vibrational Quartz.
Aromatherapy and the energetics of certain flowers, herbs, and plants can be utilized to balance and bring harmony into your space. We like to use Eucalyptus essential oil for its natural antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, and for its ability to break up stagnancy in the Solar Plexus Chakra. It dispels negative feelings and self-destructive thoughts so you can move into a space of emotional growth. Sweet Orange essential oil's bright aroma is emotionally uplifting, encourages optimism, and calms any tension in the home.
Our new Spring essential oil blend (Bergamot, Pink Grapefruit, and Ylang Ylang) is paired with the warming, earthy energy of Unakite to soften and freshen your space.
Our Favorite Way to Cleanse our Space
It's suggested that before cleansing a room you cleanse yourself first to clear your body, mind, and spirit of any negativity, stagnation, or energetic disturbances within or surrounding you. You can use Selenite to cleanse yourself by holding it in one hand at the top of your head and combing the crystal all the way down your body. Repeat this around your entire body until you feel the energy clear.
Clear your space of any clutter, open up windows, and curtains in each room to allow for clean air to enter. Take some deep breaths and start to form positive thoughts, prayers, or intentions that you will say while cleansing the room. These can be said out loud or silently. For example: "I cleanse this room and release any negative or stagnant energy that is no longer serving myself or my family. I ask that it be replaced with light and love.”
Light the tip of your sage torch or other smoke cleansing material. Once it’s lit, blow out the flame after a few seconds and allow it to smolder. (You do not want flame, just a light smoke coming from it.) Start in the lower level if you are in a home with multiple levels. Using the feather and smoke cleansing material move clockwise around the edge of each room waving the feather up and down the walls directing the smoke up into the corners of the room thinking or saying your positive thoughts and intentions. Ensure that the smoke gets into every corner and closet of each room.
Once your smoke cleansing is completed extinguish the sage by rubbing it in the abalone shell, container, earth, or placing the tip of it in some sand. The same stick can be used over and over until it burns down. Check out our Three Feathers Apothecary line and our selection of cleansing tools on our website!
