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The month of July is linked with ruby gemstones—those hot-pink-to-fiery-red hued stones that perfectly align with the energies of Cancer and Leo seasons. Bold an intentional rubies are special because they link the heart and root chakras, bringing about a better feel of one’s compassion, intuition, and earthly desires. In fact, these precious stones are…
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This year, we are blessed to see a solar eclipse cross our skies at the new moon in Cancer, landing on July 2nd in 2019. This means it will be a particularly dark moon day, so take this opportunity to indulge in a ritual or few! The astrological sign Cancer is ruled by the moon, so a…
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Get into the spirit of the season by building an altar in honor of this fruitful and salubrious time of year! The following ideas are designed to inspire you to think outside the box: Tiny Altars An altar doesn’t need to be grand or extravagant to contain powerful energy. A candle infused with a powerful…
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Cancer is a water sign, prone to nurturing and homemaking. With the cosmic crab as its symbol, Cancer is known for its hard exterior that masks inner softness. When Cancerian vibes abound, strengths that may surface area tenderness, empathy, intuition, problem-solving and creativity. Challenges that may arise for those with Cancer-heavy astrological charts or during…
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Moonstones are June’s crystal, harkening to the arrival of Cancer near the end of the month. Cancers are ruled by the moon and therefore moonstones as well. These mystical minerals show off a fascinating display of hues that reflect pastel rainbows from within a distinctly milky sheen. Commonly worn as jewelry or tucked under one’s pillow,…
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June is the time of our annual Strawberry Full Moon, named by Algonquin tribes for the pretty berries that comes into season at this time of year in North America. This moon lands in gregarious Sagittarius at 25 degrees early on Monday, June 17th. It will float into industrious Capricorn by late morning, flowing appropriately…
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The zodiac is divided into four elemental groups: air signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), fire signs (Leo, Sagittarius, Aries), water signs (Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio), and earth signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn). Within each of those groups, there is a cardinal sign, which possesses the strongest leadership traits, a fixed sign, which is the most steadfast of the three, and a mutable sign, which…
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Gemini season, May 21st through June 21st, is represented by twins. Like Libra and Aquarius, Gemini is an air sign, governed by the forces of breath, communication, and connectivity. Themes that are likely to arise this season are duality, mirroring, critical thinking, openness to change, creativity, fluctuation, and friendship. With regard to wellness, we’ve taken…
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A full moon in Scorpio is an exhilarating occasion highlighted with sensuality and flashing intensity. The most sexually charged signs of the zodiac, Scorpio’s essence is water, which bodes well during this earth-based Taurus season. Full moons cast light on the truth, and in the case of a Scorpio full moon, the truth is bound…
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Our calming Emerald Facial Oil is named after the crystal for its soothing abilities and gorgeous green glow. Metaphysically associated with passion, compassion, and vitality, emeralds are powerful energetic medicine, and we are endlessly inspired by their magic. Thought to amplify passion, increase vitality and strengthen commitments, emeralds help the body, mind, and soul to connect to…
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