Our most popular event is our Gong Bath & Sound Meditations! Laurie and Djuro, owners of Angelic Roots, incorporate a variety of sound vibrational instruments such as gongs, drums, and singing bowls to help participants achieve a relaxed and meditative state. Regularly attending gong baths can lessen stress, improve your mood or outlook on life and contribute positively to the overall well-being of your body, mind and spirit. Some of the feedback we've received from our regular attendees is it gives them a break from their hectic week to reset both physically and mentally. Some find it relieves them of chronic discomfort, painful joints, or emotions that they are ready to release. Many people report seeing colors or images in their mind's eye, allowing you to journey into your mind.
If you've never experienced a gong bath, here are some of the benefits and what to expect!
With the lights dimmed, you'll lie comfortably on a mat with a blanket and your head facing the gongs and instruments. We recommend comfortable clothes, being well-hydrated, and refraining from alcohol and drugs prior to the event. Laying on the floor grounds and connects you with the Earth's energy. Closing or covering your eyes helps you to go inward and quiet the mind. Djuro plays the instruments with the intention of creating sounds with long sustained tones for people to feel as much as they can hear. He casts a large net of different sounds, tones, and frequencies with the intention to be able to touch on a particular tone for each person in the room. The experience concludes with camaraderie, community, and an angel card, if you're open to receiving a message. Each gong bath is entireIy unique!
Flute: Djuro begins the gong bath by playing a native style flute. It helps to clear your mind, focus, and concentrate. The flute, as known in Lakota tradition, is love medicine. Everything done in a gong bath comes from the heart space and is projected in love. This sets the tone for a high vibrational experience.
Gongs: This fan favorite projects an eclectic range of sounds from low rumbling tones to crescendos and everything in between. This keeps sound baths interesting to the ear because of the large range of sound vibrations. They are ever evolving and always intrigue us with their different tones.
Singing Bowls: The crystal singing bowls are harmonic with each other and bring higher tones into the experience. They can pull you into an elevated state of meditation, some people feel as though they are traveling outside of their body. The Tibetan metal bowls are grounding and can connect you with the Earth's vibration.
Drums: The percussion from the drum travels deeply into the muscle. Each individual receives a drum wash and as they resonate with it, they can feel a release. Oftentimes participants describe it as "melting" into their mat or a "sound massage". The drum vibration shifts energy in your field and transmutes it into the Earth.
Wave Drum: Two drum heads are sealed and inside are small ball bearings that when tilted recreate the soothing sounds of the ocean. This connects people to the sacredness of the water element and inspires you with its serenity and peacefulness. Sometimes you can experience feelings of seclusion which pushes you to dig deeper and connect you to the vastness of your spirit.
Chimes, Bells, Tingsas: These instruments are played at the conclusion of the sound bath as they gently bring you back to the present moment with their light frequencies. Their delightful tones are reminders to connect with gratitude and joy.
Making a gong bath a regular part of your self-care routine can reduce stress, improve interpersonal relationships, and bring you closer to your soul's purpose. The goal of a sound bath is entirely up to you! Set your intention, lie back and relax! Check out our upcoming classes & events to reserve your space!
The Spring Equinox marks the transition from the dark, cold winter months to the light, warm days of springs. The shift in energy can have a profound impact on our spiritual well-being. It is a time to reflect on the past, release what no longer serves us, and set intentions for the future. The energy of the Spring Equinox can help us align with our true purpose and connect with our inner wisdom - it's all about rebirth, growth, and new beginnings. Our whole body, mind, and spirit begins to wake up and become energized. This is a powerful time to set new intentions for the coming season, to take on new challenges, and to try new things!
There are many ways to tap into the transformative energy of the Spring Equinox. You can meditate, journal, spend time in nature, or participate in a ceremony. Setting intentions, practicing gratitude, and focusing on self-care are also great ways to align with the energy of the equinox. Incorporating aromatherapy through flower arrangements and essential oils help to tune you into the vibration of Spring. Our favorite oils to usher in Spring energy are Bergamot, Grapefruit, Ylang Ylang, and Lavender. They are all uplifting heart openers, help to release stagnant energies and naturally revive and freshen your space. Our favorite crystals to work with during this season are Garden Quartz, Moss Agate, Flower Agate, Aquamarine, and Unakite. Their ability to incorporate soothing, peaceful energy into your space helps you to overcome challenges and gives you strength in difficult situations. By tuning into the energy of the season, you can cultivate a sense of renewal, growth, and transformation into your life.
The spiritual energy of the 2024 Spring Equinox is expected to be particularly potent as it precedes the 2024 eclipse season. Connect with your spiritual self to release old patterns, heal past wounds, and step into a new chapter of your life with clarity and purpose. When you are aligned with the natural rhythms of the Universe, you can create a life that is in harmony with your true soul purpose. You can open yourself up to new possibilities and opportunities for growth by embracing the energy of the Equinox. It's a time to plant seeds of intention and watch them grow throughout the year!
This peach colored variety of Moonstone is a powerful emotional healer, especially for your feminine energy, and makes a special connection to the Heart and Sacral Chakras to bridge emotional connections. If you find yourself drawn to it, you may consider where you're holding back emotions that are waiting to be released. Its loving energy allows you to see beneath the surface of these emotions and helps you to gently move them.
All Moonstones evokes your inner Goddess, the energy of the Moon, and divine cycles. Peach Moonstone's warm, bright energy is all about illuminating your dreams and shining light on new opportunities so you have a clear path forward on your journey. It is the crystal of hope and optimism, brings a sense of joy and happiness, and activates your Kundalini energy - your coiled energy or white fire and light located at the base of your spine. This white light is your inner power and raises through each of your Chakras when it's awakened.
Peach Moonstone is especially ideal for women experiencing strained relationships with their partners, children or friends. Making changes or establishing boundaries can be challenging. Sometimes we need to forgive ourselves and others to truly move forward and expand our inner Light. Working with this crystal will allow you to come to a place of peace and harmony within yourself.
Incorporate it in a crystal grid for self-healing, love, or manifestation. You should keep it cleansed on a regular basis as it's working hard to absorb a variety of deeply held emotions. Using Selenite, smudging with herbs, or playing sound vibrational instruments transmutes the low lying energies to a higher vibration. Check out our selection of Peach Moonstone and tune into its soft, feminine energy as you navigate relationships and filter through emotions.
Using essential oils that have naturally calming and soothing properties as a part of your bedtime routine can help promote tranquility and serenity. Getting a good night's sleep is crucial to your emotional and physical well-being. Next time you're having trouble falling asleep, try incorporating one of these essential oils into your night time self-care routine. Whether you diffuse them in your bedroom, add a few drops to a warm bath, or apply them topically, these oils can help you relax and unwind, setting the stage for a restful night's sleep.
Here are our 6 favorite essential oils that help us to unwind and relax for restful sleep.
Your bedtime routine is an important part of your day! Establish a consistent sleep schedule, limit screen time before bed, create a relaxing routine, and ensure your sleep space is comfortable and cozy with calming scents. Prioritizing sleep and incorporating good habits plays a crucial role in maintaining your overall health and well-being.
All of us have access to the Angelic realm and the ability to ask for their guidance in a well-intentioned manner. Many find comfort in calling on Archangel Michael for guidance and support. He is well-known for his protection, strength, and guidance.
Archangel Michael is often depicted as a warrior, wielding a shield and sword. The shield represents his protective nature, and the sword is not used as a weapon but as a tool to clear energetic fields. It's believed that the blade of Archangel Michael's sword is make of Blue Kyanite, which makes this a powerful crystal tool for cutting through negativity.
Not only can you call upon him for yourself and others, but also Mother Earth, animals, and all of humanity. He's a protector of all beings and uses the power of infinite unconditional love, however, he can only help when he is called upon since it empowers you to take an active role in your spiritual journey and seek support when needed. No concern is too small! For instance, ask his guidance when driving or traveling, when you're alone or needing help with your children or pets. Asking with gratitude increases the vibration of the request and resonates strongly across the ethers. For example: "Thank you Archangel Michael for keeping me and my family safe from harm as we travel by plane today."
Archangel Michael is associated with the colors blue and white. If those colors are a constant in your awareness or you're simply drawn to those particular colors, he may be sending you messages. Take note of the synchronicities that surround you. You may be surprised to find out just how many there are!
Archangel Michael resonates strongly with the crystals Amethyst, Blue Kyanite, Selenite, Lepidolite, and Golden Apatite. Work with these particular crystals if you're curious or want to deepen your connection with him. Selenite and Blue Kyanite are cleansing and bring in Light. Amethyst and Lepidolite steady your energy and work with your intuition and Third Eye Chakra. Golden Apatite brings forth clarity, courage, and can assist in becoming a clear channel. Archangel Michael is also associated with one of the Royal Stars, Aldebaran, the element of Fire, the season of summer, lions, dragons, and the South.
Oracle cards can be a great way to receive messages and advice from Archangel Michael. Some of our favorite card decks to work with to receive angelic messages are The Archangel Michael Sword of Light Oracle Cards by Radleigh Valentine, The Angel Guide Oracle Cards by Kyle Gray, Angel Prayers Oracle Cards by Kyle Gray, and Archangel Oracle Cards by Diana Cooper. Start your day by using one of these card decks to bring in his divine guidance by stating an intention or asking for guidance and wear our Archangel Michael bracelet from our Archangel Bracelet collection to stay connected to this energy throughout the day.
Here at Angelic Roots, we love working the Archangels and we feel their support and guidance daily. Opening up to this Divine energy can bring about profound shifts in your life to help you align with your soul purpose and become your authentic self!
Aquamarine, with its beautiful, soft energy, is the birthstone for the month of March. This high vibrational crystal has been used for centuries dating back to ancient Greece. It is the crystal of the sea, with a calm and cool energy that enhances intuition, imagination, creativity, communication, and connection to your higher self.
Aquamarine opens a clear pathway between your Heart and Throat Chakra. It helps you to speak your truth and softens emotions or words when having difficult conversations. It also connects into your Higher Heart Chakra or Ascended Heart Chakra which is associated with unconditional love and compassion. This deep connection gives you mental clarity, a harmonious relationship with yourself, and opens up energetic pathways for deep healing.
Aquamarine is associated with the water element and the sea. Water holds cosmic wisdom, flexibility, endurance, and is a natural stress reliever. Crystals associated with the water element can help you move around obstacles in your path and observe situations with fluidity and less judgement. Water can hold space for us spiritually and emotionally ushering in peace and tranquility. Aquamarine embodies these qualities and you'll find yourself stronger in your convictions and ability to navigate stressful situations.
Aquamarine is perfect for anyone seeking relaxation, a natural ability to speak their truth, and enhanced connection to divine wisdom. Even if your birthday isn't in March, everyone can benefit from the properties of Aquamarine. It is especially beneficial for health professionals, teachers, writers, and therapists to keep a calm energy full of love and compassion. Check out our large collection of raw, polished pieces, and jewelry!
We only experience it once every four years: Leap Year! Is there a spiritual significance or a deeper meaning behind this special date?
What is Leap Year?
A leap year contains an extra day, February 29, making it 366 days instead of the usual 365. This adjustment is necessary to keep our calendar in alignment with the Earth's revolutions around the sun. Without leap years, our calendar would slowly drift out of sync with the solar year.
The Symbolism of Leap Year
From a spiritual perspective, leap year holds profound symbolism. It represents a "leap" in our personal spiritual evolution. Just as the extra day interrupts the regular rhythm of the calendar, leap year disrupts our usual patterns, challenging us to step out of our comfort zones.
Numerology
Since February 29th is such a rare occurrence, it causes a ripple effect and holds significant energy. In numerology, 29 translates to 11 (2+9), which is a number of awakening and spiritual enlightenment. The number 2 is the number of balance, harmony, and soul purpose and has the power to bring your dreams into your reality. The combination of 11 (29th day) and 2 (February, 2nd month) creates a powerful time for love, growth, and transformation. These numbers are a spiritual light messenger that illuminate your life's journey.
A Time for Reflection and Growth
Leap years serve as a reminder for us to pause, reflect, and evaluate our lives. It offers an opportunity for introspection and self-discovery. This additional day can be seen as a gift, allowing us to make leaps in our personal growth and spiritual development. The energy is ripe for transformation and change! Leap year energy is perfect to set intentions, make bold decisions, and take courageous actions. It supports us as we break free from old patterns and embrace new possibilities.
Embracing the Unknown
Leap year also reminds us that life is full of surprises and uncertainties. It encourages us to embrace the unknown and trust in the divine timing of our journey. These unexpected events in our lives can lead to profound growth and spiritual awakening. Can you think back to a time when something challenging was thrown into your path but looking back you can see the lessons learned, the emotional and spiritual progress you made and how everything turned out for the better?
How to Honor the Leap Year
To harness the spiritual energy of leap year, you can set aside some time to honor this divine energy.
Set new intentions and goals for the leap year or reassess the goals you've already set for the new year
Create a vision board to visualize your desires
Journal and reflect on your personal growth-everything counts!
Meditate with the energy of transformation and discovery in mind
Build a crystal grid with Clear Quartz, Rose Quartz, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Fluorite, Malachite, Pyrite & Garnet. These crystals all work beautifully with the energy of leap year.
Leap year energy is not limited to the extra day itself! Its energy permeates the entire year, offering us continuous opportunities for growth and transformation. Embrace the change, reflect, and take all those courageous leaps!
This beautiful red-orange crystal can boost your creativity and give you inspiration! It connects to your Sacral Chakra to unblock anything unhealthy that inhibits your vision. This orange chakra crystal is associated with creativity, passion and standing in your power. When it is blocked, you can experience feelings of self-doubt, isolation, and lack of motivation. Carnelian can help remove fear and boost your confidence.
Carnelian, also known as the "Artist’s Stone," helps to manifest creativity and motivation! If you're experiencing the dreaded "writer's block," work with Carnelian to open up the channels of inspiration and tap into your own creative muse. Its warm, vibrant energy will boost your confidence and the power of your true expression. Meditating with a palm stone or building a crystal grid with tumbled stones can reignite the artist within. Place a piece near your work space or sleep with it to inspire your creations and colorize your dreams.
If you’re gearing up for an interview or a big performance, bring Carnelian with you to feel it’s constant flow of warmth and support. The boost of courage and self-confidence will allow you to bring your best self forward, even if you’re feeling some self-doubt. Carnelian allows your talents to shine by creating harmony between mental focus and creativity.
Carnelian helps add vibrance to your life! When your passion for life is low, tune into its energy to unblock your frustrations or low lying energy. We are all creative beings of the divine that are meant to thrive in our each unique, authentic spirit!
One of our favorite essential oils to use in our Three Feathers Apothecary products is Frankincense. Its warm, woodsy aroma blends beautifully with a number of other oils and is complex enough to stand on its own. Frankincense is steam distilled from the resin of the Boswellia carterri trees found in Africa, India and the Middle East. Often referred to as "The King of Oils" for its historical use in sacred ceremonies, rituals and in holy temples, it helps create an atmosphere of reverence and peace. Its energetic and chemical components are invaluable for healing and supporting the body, mind and spirit.
Therapeutic and Energetic Properties
Frankincense is a natural analgesic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, skin regenerative and antispasmodic. It can be used to support your respiratory system, daily skin care routine, to improve sleep and for a boost to your immune system.
The nuances of its balsamic and slightly piney scent are deeply grounding and help to balance and connect you to your root chakra. As a tonic it helps to uplift, strengthen and restore vitality. It's a healer of emotional wounds and trauma and can support you through times of fear and instability. As a natural analgesic, it can be quite calming yet deeply clarifying. Using Frankincense in a regular meditation practice can connect you with higher realms such as the angelic realm and quantum consciousness.
How to Incorporate Frankincense into your Daily Routine
Enjoy the nourishing properties of Frankincense oil on daily basis!
You can find Frankincense in our Three Feathers Apothecary line.
Frankincense Single Note, Eclipse Manifestation Mist Spray, Lemurian Light Mist Spray, Lemurian Light Oil Blend, Winter Oil Blend, & Synergy Oil Blend.
The Heart Chakra is a sacred energy center and the gateway to bringing in and holding love and compassion. It is key to unlocking the true essence of our being by blending the energies of the lower and upper chakras and creating a harmonious flow of empathy and connection with all living beings.
What is the Heart Chakra?
The Heart Chakra, known as Anahata (meaning "unhurt") in Sanskrit, is the fourth chakra of the seven main energy points in your body. Located at the center of the chest, it radiates a vibrate green color, symbolizes compassion, emotional and spiritual balance, and to be free of judgement. It is associated with the air element, and is represented by a green lotus flower with 12 petals. The heart chakra resonates with the F note and 639 Hz solfeggio frequency. The best crystals to work with the Heart Chakra are Rose Quartz, Kunzite, Malachite, Rhodonite, Ocean Jasper, Eudialyte, and Pink Opal.
How Does the Heart Chakra Work?
The Heart Chakra opens and expands when we embrace love, compassion, and forgiveness. It allows love to permeate every aspect of our lives. When the Heart Chakra is in balance, we experience joy, inner peace, and a deep sense of interconnectedness with all living beings. We are also kind, gentle, and loving with ourselves.
The higher Heart Chakra or ascended Heart Chakra is located at the thymus gland. This represents unconditional Divine Love and working with both chakras in tandem can help nourish this energy center.
What Happens When the Heart Chakra is Blocked?
When the Heart Chakra is blocked, it can lead to emotional distress, and a sense of disconnection. This can manifest as feelings of loneliness, bitterness, and an inability to form meaningful relationships. Past trauma, in this lifetime or ancestral, can also block the Heart Chakra leading to distrust, inadequate coping skills, and repetitive poor relationships. We can become resentful and unable to give or receive love. The Heart Chakra can also become overactive and result in poor emotional boundaries, overcommitting, martyrdom, and difficulty controlling emotions.
How to Balance the Heart Chakra?
Fortunately, there are practices that allow love to flow freely once again. Engaging in heart-opening activities such as yoga, meditation, and breathwork can help release energetic blockages and promote a sense of harmony within. Surrounding yourself in the solitude of nature, listening to high vibrational music, and practicing acts of kindness also nourish the Heart Chakra.
Additionally, incorporating crystals that resonate with the Heart Chakra into your daily life can amplify the healing energy of the Heart Chakra. Essential oils such as Rose, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang, Frankincense, and Neroli can be used to assist in unblocking the Heart Chakra and bring in love and peace. They can be diffused in your personal space or applied directly with a carrier oil on the chest/heart space. These crystals and essential oils resonate with the frequency of love, assisting in the restoration of balance and emotional well-being.
A Reiki session is another great way to bring your Heart Chakra into balance. Reiki practitioners are able to assess the Heart Chakra for imbalances and make recommendations to maintain its integrity.
Embrace the Power of the Heart Chakra
Letting love in is dependent on you! Make sure to follow your intuition for need for self care, set healthy boundaries and work on ways to maintain a flow of love in everything you do!
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Element: Air or Vayu - associated with our emotional balance and sense of joy
Color: Green - nature and tenderness
Location: Chest, Heart, Cardiac Plexus
Your Heart Chakra is your energy center for love, and it brings in the vibration of compassion, forgiveness, acceptance, strength, and unconditional love. When your heart space is open, you can easily give and receive love, however, sometimes it can become blocked or unbalanced if you're experiencing stress, grief, conflict, or trauma. Connecting with your heart can bring balance to your emotions and relationships and align you with the vibration of universal love.
Many green and pink crystals are amazing for heart healing, but these are our top seven when we want to open or heal our Heart Chakra!
1. Rose Quartz is always a popular choice and for a good reason! Rose Quartz is the stone of unconditional love and plus it's part of the Quartz family - a master healer. It is one of the most important stones for Heart Chakra work, as it opens that heart to all types of love—love of the self, love of family, love of friends and romantic love. The soothing energy of Rose Quartz fosters empathy, encourages forgiveness, and lowers stress and tension in the heart.
2. Kunzite strengthens the heart and is the Attunement crystal of universal love. It helps you understand others and deepens your emotions of empathy and tenderness. Kunzite’s calming, proactive energy clears emotional blockages and raises your vibrations to a higher spiritual level.
3. Malachite is the crystal of transformation and brings balance to the heart. Malachite is the guardian of the heart and facilitates the release of negative experiences so you can heal and regain hope. It is very inspiring, purifying, and compassionate, attracting love by opening the heart.
4. Rhodonite is a supportive crystal that helps to balance the emotions, attract love, and ease emotional pain. Place Rhodonite over your Throat Chakra to facilitate the expression of feelings from the heart so you can share it with others. It will also help improve areas of your life that need improvement and boost your self-love!
5. Ocean Jasper is an excellent healing stone that encourages feelings of joy and elevates your spirit! This is an excellent stone to help you if you need a "lift". As they help you to release negative feelings, you feel more optimistic and positive. Ocean Jasper is associated with the unconditional love that comes from lighting a fire in the Heart Chakra which promotes a higher consciousness.
6. Eudialyte has a lively, uplifting energy that helps us to embrace the fullness that life has to offer and to understand our value. Combining the power of green and pink healing energy, it also activates, clears, and settles the Heart Chakra for a profound sense of satisfaction, joy, and exhilaration!
7. Pink Opal offers a peaceful energy that is incredibly healing and balancing to the heart. It is one of the most powerful Heart Chakra crystals that's known to clear and calm the heart to bring a sense of love, peace, and hope. This is a great crystal for sensitive people and deepens your sense of compassion and empathy. It encourages you to release fear, worry, and anxiety.
Bonus! Heart shaped crystals are perfect for heart healing! Not only do hearts represent divine love, they also symbolize where our spirit lives. It holds the energy for our intentions, creative spirit, and emotions and also gives us courage and passion.
Anatomical crystal hearts represent love, health, and unity of life-the human heart is at the heart of life. They activate your heart’s energy to bring in love and light which brings in a pure and powerful vibration!
The Heart Chakra is the bridge between the spiritual and physical realms and your lower grounding chakras and higher spiritual chakras. It is also the center of your emotional well-being. When the heart space is fully balanced you are able to give and receive unconditional love, which manifests as compassion. Working with your crystals will help keep your heart open and resonating with the vibration of love! You can also learn more about Understanding the Heart Chakra on this blog post.
