In today’s fast-paced world of work, school, extracurricular activities, and demands on our time, children and adults alike find ourselves experiencing stress more than ever before. Harmful stress and busy schedules do little to quiet the mind and calm the body; it seems that a little meditation is in order. What is meditation? The term […]
It’s not unusual for individuals to experience periods of depression or feel moody at times. However, unless those periods of despondency occur frequently and last for long periods, there are two easy courses of action to consider than can boost mood and reduce depressive symptoms—eat a GMO-free diet rich in veggies and fruits and talking […]
(The story of a Volunteer who came to Earth) A long time ago, in a land far, far away there lived a very ancient being who had existed since the beginning of time. This being and her family traveled the Universe, seeding planets with life and teaching their creation everything they needed to know to live in harmony […]
There are three kinds of clear crystal balls; those made from natural quartz crystal, those from laboratory-grown crystal, and those made from glass. Though it is possible to gaze into either of these three, I prefer gazing with a natural sphere because it is energetically stronger which will make it easier to gaze into. Natural […]
“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately,” said the often-quoted Henry David Thoreau, meditating on the beauty and soul-restoring power of the environment at Walden Pond. As our work and home lives grow increasingly saturated with stress and material goods, it can be difficult to remember just what “living deliberately” means. If you […]
As the mind, body and spirit attempts to resolve past issues and clear away mental ‘clutter’ to traverse a new path, issues such as anxiety, grief, depression, abuse, or a failed marriage can flare up—which is completely normal. In fact one in five adults are diagnosed annually with some type of mental health disorder, yet […]
We carry images in our mind throughout our day and in our dreams. Most times, these are fleeting and lost to the subconscious. Philosopher Carl Jung addresses thought, stating “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” Making a practice of bringing our deeper thoughts out […]
When using pure, unadulterated aromatherapy oils such as Quantum Stones Sacred Egyptian Oils™ using a carrier oil to dilute them is highly advisable. While there are RARE occasions that one may use direct application techniques under the supervision of a professional, the risks of doing so include severe skin irritation and sensitization. Carrier oils are […]
Spiritual travel is a go-to trend for millennial travelers these days – the three Ss that fueled the tourism industry of the past (Sun, Sand, Sex) are now being replaced by the new three Ss: Serenity, Sustainability, and Spirituality. On the one hand, millennials may be less religious, but they are more spiritual than ever – they […]
There has been a 40% increase in Google searches for “crystal healing” in the last four years, signaling a shift away from Western medicine and the rediscovery of ancient healing methods. While the movement towards using healing crystals is still gaining momentum, many people around the country currently invest in and use them as a way to […]
