Coral, a stone of diplomacy stimulates intuition, imagination and communication. It quiets emotions and brings peace to the user. It comes from the sea and can be red, white, black, pink and blue in colour. It can strengthen the circulatory system, bones of the body and stimulate tissue regeneration. SHOP NOW Red Coral stimulates motivation, strength and willpower. It protects against depression and despondency and is used to treat colic, heartburn and disorders of the kidney and bladder. White Coral stimulates energy flow and helps alleviate energy blockages. It’s also very good for the mind. Healing Properties – Anxiety / Stress, Concentration, Confidence, Creativity, Health, Love, Luck, Positivity, Protection, Success, Inner Peace SHOP NOW

In Vedic Astrology, Turquoise represents Venus and is known as the stone of everlasting Love, Communication, and Luck. It's also been described as the master healer. It enhances creative expression, peace of mind, loyalty, friendship and prosperity. Turquoise opens the Throat Chakra (Fifth Chakra) which is why it's so good for communication. It also opens the Heart Chakra (Fourth Chakra) and invites love, compassion and beauty into the user's life. SHOP NOW For more information about chakras, read our article What are Chakras and how do we align them? Its colour range is pale blue, greenish blue or pale green. Its energy is said to help absorb nutrients and stimulate tissue regeneration. It's good for the throat, lungs and bones. Healing Properties – Anxiety / Stress, Communication, Concentration, Confidence, Creativity, Health, Love, Luck, Positivity, Protection, Success, Inner Peace SHOP NOW

This morning we listened to Seven Chakra Gayatri Mantra to help us balance our chakras and kundalini. Why? Because starting your day off with intention and purpose does wonders for your mental health and well-being. It also feels great. Focusing purely on the present and not thinking about the past or what the future may bring helps us appreciate the small things in life. Consciously surrendering to the moment in meditation also reminds us that this journey is ours and ours alone. According to the Vedas, we all live by the decisions and choices we make based on the philosophy of karma and reincarnation. We are who we are because of our many past lives. Never feel sorry for yourself, never ask why me and never compare your life to anyone else's. Listen. Contemplate. Meditate. Om bhu (first chakra/ earth plane) Om bhuvaha (second chakra/ atmospheric plane) Om swaha (third chakra/ solar region) Om maha (fourth chakra/ first spiritual region beyond the sun: heart vibration) Om janaha (fifth chakra/ second spiritual region beyond the sun: power of the divine spiritual word) Om tapaha (sixth chakra/ third spiritual region beyond the sun: sphere of the progenitors/ realm of the highest spiritual understanding while still identified with individual existence) Om satyam (seventh chakra/ the abode of supreme truth: absorption into the supreme) Om tat savitur varenyam Bhargo devasya dhimahi Dhiyo yonah prachodayat Meditating upon the adorable, enchanting and radiant source of all things (spheres of consciousness), we awaken to the divine light of pure consciousness. For more information about chakras read our article What are Chakras and how do we align them? Listen to More Mantras Shop Our Chakra Collection Now For increased Kundalini Shop Our Shiva Lingam Collection Now

Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb used in Ayurveda. It helps the body manage stress, reduces cortisol, lowers blood sugar levels, boosts brain function and helps combat symptoms associated with anxiety and depression. We’ve listed the top ten health benefits of Ashwagandha below: 1. Aswagandha, otherwise known as “Indian Ginseng” is Sanskrit for “smell of the horse” which refers to both its ability to increase strength and its unique smell. It is one of the most important medicinal natural herbs in Indian Ayurvedic medicine and has been used for thousands of years primarily to relieve stress, improve concentration and increase energy levels. It has also been shown to fight inflammation and tumour growth. 2. Studies have shown Ashwagandha effectively reduces blood sugar levels in people with and without Diabetes. It has also been shown to increase insulin secretion and improve insulin sensitivity in muscle cells. In some cases it has been argued to be as effective as oral diabetes medication. 3. Studies have shown Ashwagandha to be effective against several types of Cancer. In one study, it reduced tumour growth and prevented metastasis, the spread of Cancer to other organs. It also impedes the growth of Cancer cells. 4. Cortisol “the stress hormone” is released by the Adrenal glands when blood sugar levels get too low and when the body is under stress. Studies have shown Ashwagandha supplements may reduce Cortisol levels in chronically stressed individuals. 5. Ashwagandha helps to reduce stress and anxiety. 6. Some studies have shown Ashwagandha helps to reduce severe depression in individuals. 7. Ashwagandha helps boost testosterone levels and increases sperm quality and fertility in men. 8. Ashwagandha has been proven to increase muscle mass, increase strength and reduce body fat in men. 9. Ashwagandha helps to reduce inflammation which is linked to heart disease. It may also help reduce the risk of heart disease by decreasing cholesterol and triglyceride levels. 10. Ashwagandha supplements may improve brain function, boost memory, reaction times and the ability to perform tasks.

Turmeric has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and a medicinal herb. In Ayurveda, it is used to balance the three Doshas Vata, Pitta and Kapha. We’ve listed its top ten health benefits and we hope you find it useful: 1. Turmeric contains Curcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. 2. Curcumin prevents chronic inflammation which is thought to be a contributor to many Western diseases. 3. Curcumin has substantial antioxidant properties. It protects us from oxidative damage caused by free radicals which is the largest contributor to aging and various diseases. Curcumin also activates the body’s own antioxidant enzymes to combat oxidative damage. 4. Studies have shown that Curcumin is linked to improved brain function and helps combat various degenerative processes in the brain. 5. Curcumin’s potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties is said to lower the risk of heart disease. When the endothelium (lining of the blood vessels) is dysfunctional it fails to regulate blood pressure and blood clotting. It also leads to various other factors that contribute to heart disease. A number of studies have shown that Curcumin improves the endothelial function and therefore lowers the risk of heart disease. 6. There is some evidence to show that Curcumin can help to prevent and in some cases even treat Cancer. 7. Curcumin’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties help prevent neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease. 8. Arthritis is associated with bone and joint inflammation. Many studies have shown that Curcumin’s anti-inflammatory properties help treat symptoms of Arthritis and in some cases has proven to be more effective than anti-inflammatory drugs. 9. A study showed Curcumin was as effective as Prozac when treating symptoms of depression. 10. Curcumin has become very popular as an anti-aging supplement as inflammation and oxidation are two of the biggest contributors to the aging process.

Ayurveda is the traditional Hindu system of medicine (incorporated in Atharva Veda, the last of the four Vedas) and it is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems. It is based on the idea of balance in the body using diet, herbal treatment, and yogic breathing. It stands for the science of life (Ayur = Life, Veda = Science) and it has been practiced in India for thousands of years. Its main goal is to promote good health using natural and herbal ingredients. According to Ayurveda, everything in the universe – dead or alive – is connected. If the balance of your mind, body and spirit is aligned and in harmony with the universe you have good health. If for any reason this balance is disrupted, your health becomes afflicted. The balance can be disrupted by a number of things including and not limited to age, injuries, climate & seasonal changes, genetic birth defects and your emotions. Ayurvedic practitioners believe that every person is made up of five basic elements found in the universe namely air, space, water, fire and Earth. These five elements combine in the human body to form three life forces or fundamental energies called doshas. The Sankskrit names for these three doshas are Vata (Space & Air), Pitta (Fire & Water) and Kapha (Water & Earth). They govern our inner and outer environments essentially determining the characteristics of our mind and body. Vata (Space & Air) Dosha Vata is arguably the most powerful of the three doshas. It controls cell division in the body, your mind, breathing, heart function, blood flow and the ability to get rid of waste through your intestines. It is often disrupted by eating too quickly after a meal, staying up too late, fear and grief. If Vata dosha is dominant in your Ayurvedic constitution, you tend to be light, thin, energetic, enthusiastic and changeable. If it is your main life force, you may have an increased chance of developing conditions like anxiety, heart disease, asthma, skin problems, and rheumatoid arthritis. Pitta (Fire & Water) Dosha Pitta controls your digestion, metabolism (how well you break down foods), and hormonal activity linked to your appetite. It can be disrupted by eating spicy or sour foods and by spending too much time in the sun and the heat. If Pitta dosha is dominant in your Ayurvedic constitution you tend to be intelligent, intense, goal-oriented and have a strong appetite for life. If it is your main life force, you may have an increased chance of developing conditions like Crohn’s disease, high blood pressure, heart disease and infections. Kapha (Water & Earth) Dosha Kapha controls body strength and stability, muscle growth, weight, and your immune system. It can be disrupted by sleeping during the day and by eating foods or drinking liquids with far too much sugar and salt. When Kapha predominates your Ayurvedic constitution, you tend to be nurturing, easy-going and methodical. If it is your main life force, you may develop obesity, diabetes, sickness after eating, cancer, asthma and other breathing disorders. So what does this mean for me? Although we all have these three doshas in our constitution, most people have one or two elements that are more dominant. The key is to have all three doshas balanced and that is what the practice of Ayurveda helps us to achieve.

Lapis Lazuli, the stone of wisdom, intuition and intellect expands awareness. It increases creativity, clarity and opens the third eye. It helps overcome depression and enhances self-esteem and acceptance. It is a Saturn stone that opens the third eye chakra and the throat chakra. This semi precious stone was revered for representing the universal truth and was frequently worn by Pharaohs in Ancient Egypt. The finest Lapis Lazuli has been mined in Afghanistan over the last 6000 years. Lapis is used to treat disorders of the throat, immune system and insomnia. Healing Properties – Anxiety / Stress, Communication, Concentration, Confidence, Creativity, Health, Luck, Positivity, Protection, Success, Inner Peace Read our article What are Chakras and how do we align them? to find out more about the third eye and throat chakras. SHOP NOW SHOP NOW

The Law of Attraction. How to manifest your desires using healing crystals and gemstones. Jade, a stone of luck, dreams and fidelity helps the user fulfil their dreams and manifest their desires. It’s a stone of confidence, ambition and self-reliance. It increases self love, invites trust in relationships and helps ward off feelings of anxiety / stress. Jade, affectionately known as the "Stone of Heaven" has been revered in China for hundreds of years. It symbolises prosperity, success and luck. It helps smooth the skin, increases hair health, treats disorders of the heart, spleen and kidneys. Healing Properties – Anxiety / Stress, Communication, Concentration, Confidence, Health, Love, Luck, Positivity, Protection, Success, Wealth SHOP NOW SHOP NOW

The Law of Attraction. How to manifest your desires using healing crystals and gemstones. Garnet, the stone of health, commitment and devotion promotes expansiveness and manifestation of desires. It’s a fire stone that increases a person’s creative energy to the point of implementation. Garnet provides protective and calming energy and discourages chaotic and disruptive growth. It treats disorders of the spine, heart, lungs and blood. SHOP NOW Healing Properties – Anxiety / Stress, Communication, Concentration, Confidence, Creativity, Health, Love, Luck, Positivity, Protection, Success, Wealth SHOP NOW