Crystals
Unakite
Green-Pink
Mottled
Easily obtained
US, South Africa
Ukanite is a stone of vision. It balances emotions with spirituality
Vanadinite
Orange-Brown, Red-Brown, Yellow-Brown, Red, Orange, Yellow
Very small, bright transparent crystals on a matrix
Obtainable from specialist stores
US
Vanadinite is an excellent stone for people who have problems accepting their physicality.
Variscite
Green, Grey, and White
Opaque , sometimes veined, may appear as a large mass or small encrustations on a matrix
Obtainable from specialist stores
US, Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Bolivia
Variscite is a stone of encouragement. Bringing hope and courage, it is extremely useful for illness and invalids.
Wulfenite
Yellow, Golden, Orange, Green, Gray, Yellow-Gray, Brown, White, Colorless
Small crystals or blades on a matrix, or large transparent, squarish crystal
Available from specialist stores
US, Mexico
Wulfenite is an extremely useful stone, but toxic: handle with caution and do not place on skin. It assists in accepting the less positive aspects of life and prevents despondency or inertia setting in when you're faced with negative situations or feelings.
Herbs
Jamaican Dogwood
Parts Used: Stem Bark
Collection: The bark is collected in vertical strips from trees growing in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Texas.
Jamaican Dogwood is a powerful sedative, used in its West Indian homeland as a fish poison. While not being poisonous to humans, the given dosage level should not be exceeded. It is a powerful remedy for the treatment of painful conditions such as neuralgia and migraine. It can also be used in the relief of ovarian and uterine pain. Its main use is perhaps in insomnia where this is due to nervous tension or pain.
Decoction: put 1- 2 teaspoonful s of the root in a cup of water, bring to the boil, and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk when needed.
Jambul
Parts Used: Dried fruit
Collection: The fruit of this tree, which grows from India to Australia, is collected in the late summer
Jambul may be used in diarrhea or in any condition where a mild and effective astringent is called for. Its carminative properties, due to the volatile oil, make it ideal for conditions where diarrhea is associated with griping pain. Jambul has been used in medicine for the treatment of diabetes.
Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 1-2 teaspoonfuls of the seeds and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Juniper Berries
Parts Used: Dried ripe berries
Collection: The ripe, unshriveled berries should be collected in the fall and dried slowly in hte shade, to avoid losing the oil present.
Juniper Berries make an excellent antiseptic in conditions such as cystitis. The essential oil present is quite stimulating to the kidney nephrons, and so this herb should be avoided in kidney disease. The bitter action aids digestion and eases flatulent colic. It is used in rheumatism and arthritis. Externally, it eases pain in the joints or muscles.
CAUTION: Due to its action on the kidneys, Juniper Berries should be avoided in any kidney disease.
CAUTION: Avoid during pregnancy
Infusion: Pour a cup of boiling water onto 1 teaspoonful of lightly crushed berries and leave to infuse for 20 minutes. A cup should be drunk night and morning. For the treatment of chronic rheumatism, this treatment should be continued for four to six weeks in the spring and fall.
Kola Nut
Parts Used: Seed kernel
Collection: The kola tree grows in tropical Africa and is cultivated in South America. The seeds are collected when ripe and are initially white, turning the characteristic red upon drying.
Kola Nut has marked stimulating effect on the human consciousness. It can be used wherever there is a need for direct stimulation, which is less often than is usually thought. Through regaining proper health and therefore right functioning , the nervous system does not need such help. In the short term, it may be used in nervous debility, in states of atony and weakness. It can act as a specific in nervous diarrhea. It will aid in states of depression and may in some people.give rise to euphoric states. In some varieties of migraine, it can help greatly. Through the stimulation it will be a valuable part of the treatment of anorexia. It can be viewed as specific in cases of depression associated with weakness and debility.
Decoction: put 1-2 teaspoonfuls of the powdered nuts in a cup of water, bring to the boil, and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk when needed.
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
March 24
"I am positive in my outlook and life brings me good things in response."
The birthday of stormy tranquility.
Your greatest challenge is dealing with your anger.
On the Dark Side: Dreamy, vulnerable, unrealistic.
At Your Best: Warm, trusting, direct
March 25
"I can only direct what is happening within me not around me."
The birthday of electric energy.
Your greatest challenge is learning to keep a lid on your temper.
On the Dark Side: Moody, critical, childish
At Your Best: Dynamic, individual, compassionate.
March 26
Happy Birthday J.L. Emerson.
"I love my life. It is wonderful to be alive."
The Birthday of honesty.
Your greatest challenge is to speak your mind when the situation demands it.
On the Dark Side: Inflexible, passive, insecure
At Your Best: Bold, mature, effortless.
March 27
"Every day is filled with chances to feel happier and more fulfilled."
The birthday of the individual.
Your greatest challenge is not letting work rule your life.
On the Dark Side: Aloof, tense, difficult
At Your Best: Dynamic, stylish, imaginative.
Birthstone
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