Element: Mind Body Spirit

10/31/2025

10/30/2025

Good morning. Today's Crystal Thursday subject is something a little different, and it sent me down a research rabbit hole. What sent me down this rabbit hole? The question of whether or not blue obsidian was a real thing. There are several gorgeous varieties of natural obsidian, but I’ve never heard of or seen blue or red, for that matter. After much digging, I discovered that blue obsidian is not a thing, but Blue Leland Obsidian is!

Blue Leland Obsidian is not a crystal, mineral, or obsidian; it's slag glass, the byproduct of iron smelting in Leland, Michigan. Smelting was short-lived in Leland, lasting only 14 years between 1870 and 1884. The issue wasn’t the availability of ore; Michigan has an abundance. The problems were the enormous operational costs in addition to the lack of a proper harbor. After the iron works closed, the slag was discarded in Lake Michigan. Over time, waves and weather tumbled it into smooth pieces.

Other colors of slag from the Leland area include purple, green, and grey. The color variety is due to several factors. The mineral content of the ore, the furnace temperature, the flux used, and any trace elements present in the mix.

Visually, Leland Blue Obsidian can be a range of blue shades and has small pockets where gases escaped. Even though it isn’t a volcanic glass, it is a glass made of natural ingredients and therefore has a Mohs Scale that varies between five and six. The Chakra associations are Root, Heart, Throat, and maybe the Third Eye. A few of the spiritual and metaphysical qualities shared by this lovely glass are:

• The iron content of the ore assists in grounding and stabilizing you while leaving space for you to pursue your dreams.
• Being born of earth and fire, Blue Leland Obsidian is a stone of transformation that turns what can be considered a bad situation into something wonderful.
• Blue also resonates with the throat and third eye chakra, encouraging clear communication, clarity, and focus.

I hope you found this brief look at Blue Leland Obsidian interesting! If its qualities speak to you, consider working with a piece to discover how it can improve your life's journey.

Blessed Be ~ Sharon

10/27/2025

Some days aren’t about thriving. They’re about surviving. And that’s okay. Surviving a bad day isn’t a loss.

Some days, getting out of bed or simply breathing is all you can do; count it as a win. Not every day is sunshine and smiles. There are days when pasting on a smile and nodding so you don’t scream or punch someone. Not every day has a mountain-top moment.

Keep getting up. Keep showing up for yourself and keep going. Your mountain top is coming, and it will be amazing!

10/26/2025

Good morning and welcome to the Weekly Lenormand reading! This week, our guidance comes from the Tales for Tomorrow deck. Our cards are Rider and Stars.

Rider brings us movement, messages, and fresh opportunities. When it comes to a reading, it speaks to progress and momentum. The Stars card is about hope, optimism, and inspiration. Together, they suggest that new information is coming that will provide guidance, direction, reawaken motivation, and help us see our next steps clearly.

As the week unfolds, stay open to synchronicities, insights, and communication from unexpected sources. A new opportunity or spark of inspiration could align with our goals. Follow what feels right, and trust that the universe is lighting the way forward.

10/24/2025

10/23/2025

Good morning, welcome to Crystal Thursday! Today, we’re exploring a rare, beautiful stone known as Dianite, also sometimes referred to as Siberian Blue Jade, though it’s not actually jade, but a member of the amphibole mineral group. I read in one source that it’s a combination of Arfvedsonite and Pargasite, which explains a lot!

Dianite was discovered in 1997 during a geological survey in eastern Siberia. To date, no other notable deposits have been found. However, I did see an online shop advertising Dianite from Pakistan, but I can’t verify Pakistan as a factual source for Dianite. The name was given to honor Princess Diana, as it was discovered the same year of her passing.

The stone is found in shades of deep to medium blue, sometimes accented with grey or white streaks. It can also be found in a pretty blue green. I love the pieces I have, but I am still looking for a blue piece. On the Mohs scale, Dianite measures 6 to 6.5, making it sturdy enough for jewelry but still requiring careful handling.
Dianite is a stone sought after by collectors. Its energy, working with the throat and third eye chakras, is as amazing as its color. A few of the spiritual and metaphysical qualities of Dianite are:

• Aligns with the Throat Chakra, promoting clear communication.
• Working with the Third Eye Chakra brings insight, stronger intuition, and greater spiritual awareness.
• It aids in calming the emotions and reducing stress.
• Dianite encourages truth, clarity, and inner honesty.
• Its energy promotes new beginnings and transformation.
• The clarity Dianite offers helps you understand how everything happens for a reason.
• Dianite is an excellent meditation stone.

I hope you found this glimpse into Dianite inspiring! If its qualities speak to you, consider working with a piece to discover how it can improve your life journey. As always, remember that crystals support well-being but are not a substitute for professional medical care.

Blessed Be ~ Sharon

10/21/2025

How often do you shrink yourself to fit expectations thrust on you, stay quiet when you want to speak, hold back thoughts and ideas for fear of judgment, or hide your skills to make someone else feel better? Why trade who you are or what you’re capable of for acceptance, only to end up living a fraction of the real you?

But what if you lived out loud?

What if you let your voice be heard, even when scared? What if you shared your passions, quirks, and dreams? Living out loud isn’t being the loudest person in the room; it’s not hiding everything that makes you, you.

It’s choosing courage over somebody’s comfort. It’s saying the thing you’ve been holding back, taking risks most people won’t, or simply allowing joy to flow instead of keeping it contained. When you live out loud, you show others how to do the same. You become a mirror, reminding them that authenticity is allowed.

Living in a shadow for fear of being judged might feel safe, but it costs you the chance to fully live. Living out loud might be messy, vulnerable, and imperfect, but it’s real.

You don’t have to accept less. You don’t have to shrink yourself. You don’t have to prove yourself to people who don’t see your worth. What if you stopped whispering? What if you lived out loud, not for approval, but because you’re enough and always have been? What if…

10/19/2025

Good morning and welcome to the Weekly Lenormand reading! This week’s guidance comes as three cards from the Golden Lenormand deck: Fish, Anchor, and Cross.

Fish speaks of abundance, flow, and prosperity, highlighting our finances and resources. Anchor represents stability and the security we build through our consistent effort. And Cross reminds us that responsibilities and challenges might weigh heavily, but carry lessons and purpose.

Together, these cards suggest that this week may bring our focus to financial stability, long-term commitments, or burdens connected to maintaining our security. We may be working hard to stand by our responsibilities, and it might feel heavy, but persistence will bring lasting rewards.

Stay steady and responsible as you handle what’s on your plate. Trust that your effort to stay balanced and stable will lead to deeper growth and strength. Through perseverance, what feels like a burden right now can transform into a solid foundation for the future.

Blessed Be ~ Sharon

10/17/2025

10/16/2025

Vatican Stone is this week's Crystal Thursday topic, it’s a rare, black limestone embedded with ancient grey crinoid coral, found only in Durham County, England. Approximately 359 million years ago, that area of England was covered by a shallow sea. Over time, the area became a black limestone with embedded coral.

It was initially called Frostily Marble. It’s new to the metaphysical community but was discovered in medieval times near the village of Frosterly and was mistaken for marble. As knowledge of geology grew, it was found to be limestone.

The earliest reference I found is in The Bolden Book (1183), which names an artisan called Stanhope, apparently working with Vatican Stone in a cathedral. About 250 documented sites feature it in columns, sculptures, baptismal fonts, altars, and floors. Some sources claim it was also used in Vatican City buildings, though I couldn’t verify this as fact.

Before moving on to the spiritual and metaphysical properties, let’s touch on the Mohs scale and chakra associations. This stone is 3 to 4 on the Mohs scale. Its primary chakra links are root and crown.

Vatican Stone has more spiritual and metaphysical qualities than I have a character count to mention. A few of are:

• Vatican Stone has a grounding energy that helps develop patience and tolerance during difficult periods of life.
• Vatican Stone helps you see the big picture and make good long- term choices.
• Working with it strengthens gifts of prophecy, telepathy, and intuition.
• It assists in growing your spiritual practice and well being.
• Working with it helps you step into your personal power.
• This stone aids Karmic cleansing.
• It encourages taking care of your health, and it’s a fantastic stone to carry with you if you are in physical therapy.

I hope you find the qualities of Vatican Stone as fascinating as I do. If so, encourage you to purchase a piece and work with it. Crystals and minerals will enhance your life. However, if you are ill, consulting your medical practitioner of choice is a good idea.

Blessed Be ~ Sharon

10/13/2025

Discipline is a word that feels like a demand. Like a drill sergeant shouting at you. But what if it’s not? What if…

Discipline is a choice you make moment to moment.

The beauty of discipline is that it’s not an “I have to” thing. It’s an “I get to”. I get to make choices that make me better. Perfection isn’t required. Just be willing to keep trying. Discipline is a journey of choices. Where do you want them to take you?

10/12/2025

Good morning and welcome to the Weekly Lenormand reading for Oct. 12 to Oct 18! This week, our guidance comes from two cards: Anchor and Bear.

When Anchor comes up in a reading, it reminds us to focus on stability, security, staying grounded, and building a strong foundation. The Bear card symbolizes strength, authority, influence, and leadership. Together, these cards suggest that this week is about maintaining a solid focus on what is most important in your life right now.

A foundation you can build on requires taking charge, using time and resources wisely. Careful planning can help create lasting stability in finances, work, or personal matters. By staying grounded, trusting yourself, your inner power, and leaning on support when needed, you can achieve the stability and confidence to create the future you desire.

Blessed Be ~ Sharon