Crystals
Snakeskin Agate
White and Brownish Gray
Snakeskin-like Crystal
Rare
US, India, Morocco, Czech Republic, Brazil, Africa
Attuned to the south on the medicine wheel, Snakeskin Agate is a stone of invisibility and a natural shape-shifter. Helping to blend in and travel without being seen in both the physical and spiritual upper and lower worlds, it is a useful accompaniment for soul retrieval.
Tree Agate
White and Green
Spotted and veined opaque stone
Easily obtained
US, India, Morocco, Czech Republic, Brazil, Africa
A useful earth and environmental healer, Tree Agate is an effective support for plants and trees of all kinds. Gridded around a growing area, it improves germination and fertility
Herbs
Lobelia
Parts Used: Aerial parts
Collection: The entire plant above ground should be collected at the end of the flowering time, between August and September. The seed pods should be collected as well.
Lobelia is one of the most useful systemic relaxants available to us. It has a general depressant action on the central and autonomic nervous system and on neuromuscular action. It may be used in many conditions in combination with other herbs to further their effectiveness if relaxation is needed. Its primary specific use is in bronchitic asthma and bronchitis. An analysis of the action of the alkaloids present reveals apparently paradoxical effects. Lobeline is a powerful respiratory stimulant, while isolobelanine is an emetic and respiratory relaxant, which will stimulate catarrhal secretion and expectoration while relaxing the muscles of the respiratory system. The overall action is a truly holistic combination of stimulation and relaxation!
Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoonful of the dried leaves and let infuse for 10 - 15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Lungwort Herb
Parts Used: Leaves
Collection: The leaves should be gathered during and after flowering, between March and September.
Lungwort has two broad areas of use. The one that provides its name is its use in the treatment of coughs and bronchitis, especially where associated with upper respiratory catarrh. The other broad area is that related to its astringency. This explains its use in the treating of diarrhea, especially in children, and in easing hemorrhoids. As with all plant, these two broad areas must be seen as part of the whole activity of the herb, acting as a unity. Externally, this plant may be used to heal cuts and wounds.
Infusion: Pour a cup of boiling water onto 1 - 2 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10 - 15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Birthdays
Aries ( March 21 - April 19)
Element: Fire
Ruling Planets: Mars, the warrior
Symbol: The Ram
Tarot card: The Emperor (authority)
Number: 9
Favorable colors: Red and White
Key phrase: I am born to lead
Love Matches: Leo, Libra, and Sagittarius
April 5
"I take time to renew myself in silence."
The birthday of the athlete.
Your greatest challenge is learning to relax and unwind
On the Dark Side: Stubborn, inflexible, repetitive
At Your Best: Hardworking, dedicated, energetic
April 6
"My life is a reflection of the positive choices I make."
The birthday of irresistible curiosity.
Your greatest challenge is learning to trust yourself.
On the Dark Side: Unrealistic, gullible, superficial
At Your Best: Curious, original, energetic
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