Crystal Confab

Legend has it that Bloodstone, originally green quartz, was infused with heavenly traits when Jesus Christ's blood spilled upon it during his crucifixion. Bloodstone is most powerful in rectifying imbalances of the blood, heart, blood vessels or circulatory system as well as detoxification of your organs. For general crystal healing, as Bloodstone has a very yang energy, it is best used as an...

Red Garnet enhances your confidence and survival instincts, allowing you to navigate tricky situations with ease. It helps its guardian live life with integrity, doing your best always and treating people with honesty and fairness. When you value integrity you ensure your thoughts, words and actions are all in alignment, and the universe becomes clear on your intentions you’ve chosen to manifest a...

Around the world, many cultures have seen Turquoise as a tool to build a bridge between the Earth and heaven. Turquoise is ideal for drawing the blessings of the gods into your life. It attracts good health, wealth and luck, all which come under the spotlight with this week’s influencing retrogrades. Turquoise clears blockages within the body, facilitating the free flow of prana or chi. Its vibran...

Often when you find yourself disappointed with someone it is because they have not lived up to your expectations. As Osho said, “If you love a flower, don’t pick it up. Because if you pick it up it dies and ceases to be what you love. So if you love a flower, let it be. Love is not about possession. Love is about appreciation.” Rhodonite resonates with these words. It helps you release the obsessi...

Join us for a special pre-Valentine's Day episode where we discuss twelve crystals for love. ABOUT ADAM BARRALET Adam Barralet has been observing and living in tune with nature since childhood. Growing up amongst the bushland and wildlife of the hills in Western Australia and residing in various locations around the world has presented Adam with diverse opportunities to access extensive and ec...

Labradorite gains its name from where it was first discovered, in Labrador, Canada. It has also been found in Norway and various other locations worldwide. This dark stone displays an iridescent optical effect known as labradorescence, creating flashes of light in varying colours when the crystal is moved from side to side. The Inuit people tell the tale of a great warrior who once struck his spea...

Carnelian is a crystal of fertility and new creation. Whether you are wanting to manifest a new family member, partner, business opportunity or soul advancement, Carnelians fiery nature burns away obstacles and brings new life into your world. It gifts you vitality and vigour, warming the inner flames of passion and inspiring you to create a life that is pleasurable and fulfilling. Carnelian will...

Larimar is a blue variety of Pectolite found exclusively in the Dominican Republic. Its beautiful colour resembles the crystal-clear blue oceans surrounding the tropical Caribbean island from where it comes from. Larimar helps you find balance your life and ignore distractions that affect your inner peace and mission in life. Larimar reminds you of the lessons of the ocean. It teaches us that life...

Snowflake Obsidian is natural, black, volcanic glass containing the mineral Cristobalite in the shape of snowflake patterns. It is a great meditation stone, ideal for times of introspection. It will allow you to centre yourself and surrender to meditation while combating negative feelings of loneliness and isolation. Snowflake Obsidian allows you to find balance between spending time with others a...

Arfvedsonite, named after Swedish chemist Johann Arfvedson, is a powerful crystal often mistaken for Nuummite or Astrophyllite but is a distinct mineral. It is ideal for clearing distractions and refocusing your attention on your Path of Service, especially in a fast-paced world where it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Arfvedsonite helps dispel negativity, encouraging positive thoughts...

Found amid Mount Papandayan, West Java, Indonesia and launched around the world in the 1990s is a vibrant stone that resembles that colouration of a bumble bee. This lively stone, sometimes refer to as Eclipse Stone or Bumblebee Jasper, is made up of layers of different crystals including Calcite, Realgar, Pyrite, Sulphur and more. Raw Bumblebee Stone should always be handled with care due to some...

Citrine is a yellow variety of quartz found any various locations around the world. It could be named “solidified sunshine.” Just as a sunny day lifts your spirits, Citrine brings lightness, brightness and joy to your life. No darkness and misery can exist once you learn to harmonise with Citrine. It clears blocks and obstacles from your life allowing you to confidently attract that which you need...

To look at Petalite, this clear crystal may not look too spectacular, but hold it in your hand, and you will wonder why you waited so long to get one! Petalite’s meaning relates to the Greek word meaning 'a leaf' which refers to the cleavage of the stone. Petalite is regarded to be one of the highest vibration crystals, some even feeling it belongs in the top three! It is a crystal of worldly peac...

Around the world, Jasper is found in a range of earthy colours. Due to its abundance, many civilizations have used Jasper for health, stability and fearlessness. Red Jasper is particularly popular as it guides you towards simplicity and improves your ability to ground yourself. It is a popular safety crystal as it allows you to remain sensible and avoid danger. It is also a crystal of justice, wor...

Barite, also called Baryte, is a delicate crystal unearthed from various locations around the world. Barite can be found in a variety of golden hues as well as soft blue, the latter we will explore here. It is a close relation of other angelic crystals such as Celestite, Angelite and Anglesite. It is often mined as a source of the element Barium. ABOUT ADAM BARRALET Adam Barralet has been observin...

Mother Nature gifted a loving beauty when she created Watermelon Tourmaline – a synergistic pairing of green and pink, the two colours of the heart chakra. Watermelon Tourmaline balances the flow of love in your life, ensuring there is equal give and take. Although ideal for maintaining balance in romantic relationships, it is just as effective in creating harmony amongst families, communities or...

Moonstone derives its name from the sheen that glides across the crystal’s surface as its tilted from side to side, reminiscent of the moon. Moonstone is found in a variety of colours including peach, black, brown, grey, green and the beautiful white, which often exhibits a blue rainbow gleam, earning it the name Rainbow Moonstone. These are crystals of manifesting new beginnings, whether that be...

Rose Quartz is the soft pink hued variety of quartz found in various locations around the world, with much available on the market today, coming from Brazil. Rose Quartz is often known as a crystal of love. It enables you to see where love already exists in your life, opening your heart with gratitude and ensuring love continues to flow into your life. It fills your heart with unconditional love a...

This is one of my favourite manifestation crystals combining the fertility and empowering traits of an obsidian with the essence of the Spider, a creature of magnetism and catching what you desire. Spiderweb Obsidian is also a gemstone that resets negative emotions. It has been used to heal emotions like hatred, sadness and fear. Negative feelings bring negative energy. Spiderweb Obsidian is usefu...

Dioptase is one of the most dazzling green crystals, occurring as very tiny crystals on a matrix, or as a non-crystalline mass. It is an inspiring crystal that lifts the dark clouds of regret and anxiety and shines light on the many blessings that currently surround you. Dioptase opens your heart with forgiveness and compassion inviting you to embrace all you meet with unconditional love. This sof...

Angel Aura Quartz, also known as Opal Aura Quartz, is formed through an alchemical fusion of Clear Quartz with Platinum and/or Silver. This crystal serves as a conduit to your divine essence and allows you to shine bright. Angel Aura Quartz infuses love and light into every facet of existence, fostering kindness and compassion for everyone including yourself. It enhances your capacity to perceive...

Early in our crystal journey, Amethyst comes into our life. This is a crystal that reminds you that there is more to life that this rat race, running around trying to complete your to-do lists and keep up with everyone else. It encourages you to pause, rest and reflect, making it a perfect companion for Yule. Amethyst knows you do not learn when you talk, but more so when you fall silent. Amethyst...

Black Onyx is a variety of Chalcedony coloured through the presence of Iron and Manganese. All black crystals have the ability to absorb low vibrational energies that cause unwanted or negative influences in your life, disrupting your inner balance. However, each crystal is best used for different dangers based on its constituents and structure. Black Onyx flourishes in urban settings, helping to...