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Meditation is the Heart of my life.

   

Carnelian

      Carnelian is known as an energy stone. It's source is in creativity: creative solutions for problems, creative inspiration, quick creative starts to projects and creative completions. All this energy drives away lethargy, anxiety, sadness, addictions and procrastination.  Best of all it improves our persistence especially in mundane situations, everyday situations that zap our well being. A very durable and beautiful stone it makes lovely jewelry and stone to skin is the best way to use it. It is one of my favorites.

    blissings, amberspiral

Egyptian Carnelian necklace LACMA : Los Angeles county museum of art. 

Agate

      Agate is a beautiful stone in many colors and most are banded. Properties vary by type, but all process protective qualities that function by easing inner discord. This eliminates stress bringing balance and inner peace. Look for stones that appeal aesthetically, then wear them or meditate with them often.

blissings, amberspiral 

Below: blue, Lake Superior-red & Snake Skin

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Kali Yantra

Kali is the goddess of empowerment.

To use a mandala, you simply concentrate on it. It is a mantra for your eyes.

 blissings, amberspiral

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Simple geometric pattern that I noticed in my travels today...you never know what you'll come across if you keep your eyes open. 😃

 blissings, amberspiral

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Lotus

Black tourmaline-schorl

        Sometimes we are in situations that make us feel drained, edgy or unsafe. There are many stones and crystals that have protective qualities. The most powerful of these is the Black Tourmaline. This bad boy is the mineral worlds body guard, taking negative energy and reflecting it away, often back to its source. It strengthens, grounds and increases energy as well. Pieces are inexpensive and easy to acquire. This photo is my home specimen. 😀

         blissings, amberspiral

Labradorite

       Labradorite stabilizes and balances our energy in a very powerful way, having both the fire of the sun and the water of the moon captured in its luminescence. With equilibrium, we are now able to be present in "this moment". It also assists our ability to have an open mind, reflecting on all possibilities. This beautiful stone is associated with Welsh Goddesses and is lovely in jewelry.

   blissings, amberspiral 

Wonder

 wonder

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I wonder.

It's a wonder.

Isn't it wonderful!

blissings, amberspiral 

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Celtic knot &

Bubbles!

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Rock

rock 

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Thoughts...

What or who will be your rock today?

Are you challenged by a rock in the road?

Will you rock-it today?

blissings, amberspiral

Mantra:a mini affirmation

      Using a mantra is the simplest form of prayer I know. "Basically, any mantra is “a sound, syllable, word, or group of words that is considered capable of ‘creating transformation.’” Yowangdu.  To practice with a mantra all you do is repeat your chosen word or words, a few times or several times daily. I love this practice because you can do it anywhere, anytime.

      Choosing what mantra to use is as simple as finding a word that expresses your feelings, goals, theme or inspiration. Think of it as a mini affirmation: simple, direct, concise, one or two powerful words with a positive charge. You can change it daily or contemplate one for a period of time...the choice is yours.

         The Buddha said "with our thoughts, we make the world." So set your intention, choose your mantra and off you go.

           blissings, amberspiral

 See more at: http://www.yowangdu.com/tibetan-buddhism/om-mani-padme-hum.html#sthash.ioZ4bwPf.dpuf

     And check back here or on twitter @MantraToday for more inspiration and my daily mantra...see you soon!

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Fireworks Galaxy, NASA

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Isn't nature ahh-inspiring?

blissings! amberspiral 

Garnet

       Garnet lights the fire of creativity and manifestation, by increasing our ability to "go with the flow" of available energy. It also facilitates a strong commitment to ourselves and others. It can help with the grief of losing a loved one, by reminding us that all endings are beginnings too. Wear it or keep in your medicine bag for extra vitality.

        blissings, amberspiral

Topaz

      Topaz comes in many colors: blue, green, red, orange and yellow are a few. This is the Law of Attraction stone. It works by diminishing doubt and negativity. It helps us to trust our process by focusing on tiny details and the panoramic view simultaneously. To use Topaz effectively, visualize your desired outcome while meditating with it.

      blissings, amberspiral

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Photo by Raphael 75 

  Colored version of the ancient Mesopotamian eight-pointed star symbol of the goddess Ishtar (Inana/Inanna), representing the planet Venus as morning or evening star. 

Vassil.  Vitraux de la cathédrale Saint-Etienne de Metz.

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Planet London

Chris huh - self-made from Image:London 360 from St Paul's Cathedral - Sept 2007

What London would look like if it were a planet. A polar coordinate filter applied to a 360 panorama of London taken from St Paul's Cathedral.

Aragonite

    Aragonite relieves stress and anger caused by overwhelming responsibilities. It also provides answers and patience to accomplish those tasks. This is a perfect stone for caregivers, especially when used in combination with tiger eye and bloodstone in a grid or medicine bag. In it's starburst formation it is lovely to look at making it a perfect meditation tool.

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Irish Compass Rose.

Amazonite

      Amazonite is a soothing cool blue/green stone that evokes the peaceful rhythmic energy of the ocean. Associated with universal love it re-energizes weary hearts and souls. This is the most relaxing, chill pill, ahh, bliss stone I know. Try wearing a pendant or bracelet of this mellow stone the next time you feel stressed or frazed. 

          blissings, amberspiral