Crystals
Epidote
Green
Vitreous mass or translucent crystals often in Quartz
Easily obtained
US, Bulgaria, Austria, France, Russia, Norway, South Africa, Pakistan, Mozambique, Mexico
Epidote increases spiritual attunement and removes ingrained resistance to spiritual awakening.
Erythrite AKA Cobalt Bloom
Purple, Violet, Magenta, Fuchsia Pink
Dense crystalline or radiating coating
Fairly easily obtained
Mexico, Morocco, Australia, Poland, Spain
Eythrite strengthens core energy at any level, whether it be of the spine, body, the light body, or the planet
Eudialyte
Red, Green, and Black
Mottled, opaque to transparent stone
Becoming more easily obtainable
Greenland, Russia, Canada, Madagascar, US
Imbued with stong life-force connected to kundalini energy, Eudialyte opens the heart chakra, links it to the base and earth chakras and aligns chakra flow to connect spirit and mind with the emotional body, bringing about profound reorientation.
Fiskenaesset Ruby-in-Matrix
Deep Red, Silver-Black
Translucent stone
Very Rare
Greenland
A high-energy stone, Fiskenaesset Ruby is one of the oldest forms of this gem on the planet. Spiritually, by assisting communication with the spirit world and inducing trance, Fiskenaesset Ruby facilitates entering a deep, altered state of consciousness with ease.
Flint
Black, White, Blue, Gray, Brown,Yellow, Orange
Dense and glassy, often coated with white
Readily available
Worldwide
Sacred since time began, Flint is a powerful stabilizer and cleanser and draws the help of the gods to an enterprise. Originally black, it weathers to different colors. Used for eons to accompany the dead to the next world, Flint calls guides and power allies.
Black or Brown Flint assists in understanding the deeper causes of depression and accepting the shadow side of your nature, finding the gift within
Orange Flint gives inner strength during difficult times, lifting obsessive tendencies
Blue Flint lifts you above the mundane into higher spiritual understanding of dis-ease.
Frondellite
Pinkish-Bronze
Ribbed and opalescent
Rare
US
A form of Fuchsite mica, Frondellite is a powerful cleanser for psychic infections especially those lodged in the third eye, removing negative energy, implants and power struggles that cross the psychic airways from a different time and space and dissolving thoughts and ill-wishing from the present day.
Herbs
Quassia
Parts Used: Chips or raspings of stem wood, free of bark.
Collection: Raspings of the wood are collected after felling the tree
Quassia is an excellent remedy in dyspeptic conditions due to lack of tone. As with all bitters, it stimulates the production of saliva and digestive juices and so increases the appetite. It may be safely used in all cases of lack of appetite such as anorexia nervosa and digestive sluggishness. It is used in the expulsion of threadworms both as an enema and an infusion. Externally, as a lotion it bay be used against lice infestations.
Cold infusion: 1/2 - 1 teaspoonful of the wood is put in a cup of cold water and left to steep overnight. This should be drank three times a day
Enema: make a cold infusion with one part Quassia to 20 parts water.
Queen's Delight
Parts Used: Root
Collection: The root is unearthed after flowering has finished in July
This North American herb finds use in the treatment of chronic skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. The treatment must be spread over a long period of time however. These skin conditions can be due to a whole range of contributing factors. Queen's Delight is most useful where there is lymphatic involvement. Another area of application is in bronchitis and laryngitis, especially where it is accompanied by loss of voice. As an astringent it may be used in a number of conditions, but especially for hemorrhoids.
Decoction: put 1/2 - 1 teaspoonful of the dried root in a cup of water, bring to boil, and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Quince
Parts Used: Seeds
Collection: The seeds are taken out of the Quince fruit, which is collected in the fall
Quince seeds can act as an effective and gentle laxative in cases of constipation, as well as a soothing astringent in conditions such as gastritis and enteritis. As a mouth wash they will ease soreness and inflammation in the mouth. They can also be used with good effect in dry, irritating coughs where an expectorant is called for. Externally, they may be applied to minor burns.
Infusion: the seeds should be soaked in water for 3-5 hours to get a solution of the slime from the outer coats of the seeds. This should be drunk as needed or three times a day.
Ragwort
Parts Used: Aerial parts
Collection: This common plant is collected when in flower between June and September
Ragwort is potentially poisonous tot he liver and must on no occasion be taken internally. As a liniment, it provides a stimulating and warming preparation used externally on rheumatic muscles.
CAUTION: NEVER TAKE THIS PLANT INTERNALLY
This herb may be made into a poultice.
Raspberry
Parts Used: Leaves and fruit
Collection: The leaves may be collected throughout the growing season. Dry slowly in a well-ventilated area to insure proper preservation of properties.
Raspberry leaves have a long tradition of use in pregnancy to strengthen and tone the tissue of the womb, assisting contractions and checking any hemorrhage during labor. This action will occur if the herb is drunk regularly throughout pregnancy and also taken during labor. As an astringent, it may be used in a wide range of cases, including diarrhea, leukorrhea, and other loose conditions. It is valuable in the easing of mouth problems such as mouth ulcers, bleeding gums, and inflammations. As a gargle, it will help sore throats.
Infusion; pour a cup of boiling water onto 2 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and let infuse for 10-15 minutes. This may be drunk freely.
Red Clover
Parts Used: Flower heads
Collection: The flower heads are gathered between May and September
Red Clover is one of the most useful remedies for children with skin problems. It may be used with complete safety in any case of childhood eczema. It may also be of value in other chronic skin conditions such as psoriasis. While being most useful with children, it can also be of value for adults. The expectorant and antispasmodic action gives this remedy a role in the treatment of coughs and bronchitis, but especially in whooping cough. As an alterative it is indicated in a wide range of problems when approached in a holistic sense. There is some evidence to suggest an anti-neoplastic action in animals.
Infusion: pour a cup of boiling water onto 1-3 teaspoonfuls of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day.
Birthdays
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Element: Earth
Ruling Planets: Venus, the lover
Symbol: The Bull
Tarot card: The Heirophant (determination)
Number:6
Favorable colors: Green, Pink, Pale Blue
Key phrase: I have what I need.
Love Matches: Cancer, Virgo, and Capricorn
May 19
"I am grateful and happy to be alive."
The birthday of the convincing candidate.
Your greatest challenge is becoming less materialistic in your values.
On the Dark Side: Manipulative, frustrated, dishonest
At Your Best: Persuasive, fair, energetic
May 20
"The answers I am seeking can only be found within me."
The birthday of continuous momentum.
Your greatest challenge is learning to pace yourself.
On the Dark Side: Undisciplined, verbose, superficial
At Your Best: Innovative, expressive, communicative.
Gemini (May 21- June 20)
Element: Air
Ruling Planets: Mercury, the messenger
Symbol: The Twins
Tarot card: The Lovers (choices)
Number:5
Favorable colors: Orange, yellow, white
Key phrase: Variety is the spice of life.
Love Matches: Aquarius, Libra, Sagittarius
May 21
"To understand others I must understand myself first."
The birthday of the can-do attitude.
Your greatest challenge is learning balance giving and receiving
On the Dark Side: Egoistic, defensive, frustrated
At Your Best: Bold, capable, confident
May 22
"I have control over my mind and the power to think wonderful things."
The birthday of the inventor.
Your greatest challenge is avoiding obsessive or controlling behavior.
On the Dark Side: Obsessive, touchy, manipulative
At Your Best: Inventive, productive, tenacious
May 23
"What I desire from others I already possess."
The birthday of seductive solution
Your greatest challenge is learning to say no.
On the Dark Side: Unaware, passive, self-effacing
At Your Best: Sensual, ingenious, convincing
May 24
"My intuition shows me the way forward."
The birthday of the incisive commentator
Your greatest challenge is not being a gossip
On the Dark Side: Caustic, detached, egotistical
At Your Best: Caring, observant, expressive.
Birthstone
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