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 

Mid-week Mandala plus

Celtic knot &

Bubbles!

blissings, amberspiral

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!

Mid-week Mandala

Fireworks Galaxy, NASA

Mid-week Mandala

Isn't nature ahh-inspiring?

blissings! amberspiral