BEAUTY, as they say, is in the eye of the beholder. People have used this phrase to justify their preference for any number of things, but it’s particularly apt to explain society’s fascination and obsession with precious metals and gemstones. Despite their value throughout human history, there’s nothing about them that we can’t live without. […]
For some people, seeing a psychic happens jokingly after three vodka shots at 3 AM. That’s not my case. Since 2014, I’ve been going to the same tarot reader at the House of Intuition in Echo Park for all my spiritual needs: affirmations, clarity, reassurance, and most importantly, life direction. While I’m perfectly capable of […]
Nutaku game Crystal Maidens, an RTS-esque game featuring a cast of curvy warriors, is now available to play on Android according to a press release from the digital game’s distributor. A dark force looms over the land, and you’ve found yourself on the shore of a strange island following a disastrous shipwreck. You’re awoken by a […]
Photo: Stills / Getty Images As the less-is-more approach to health and medicine gains traction, more people are turning to alternative treatments to deal with both mental and physical health issues. Chances are if you tell your doctor you want to try essential oils, acupuncture, or even cupping as part of your game plan to combat […]
Even if you’re not mourning the loss of a great love, it’s still a good idea to add rainbow obsidian to your crystal collection. In Crystal Muse, Askinosie credits the stone for helping her quiet her thoughts before bed, and return to a regular, restful sleep routine in the process. And crystal aficionado Spencer Pratt […]
Can crystals help us feel better? Nicole Brandt, the proprietor of Siouxland Reiki & Spirit Nook Crystal Shop in Le Mars, says they can. Crystals (of any kind — ruby and salt alike) work with humans’ energy fields, Brandt said, which can help to promote positive feelings, balanced energy, peacefulness, love and so forth. These […]
Dear Bonnie: Are there any crystals that would be beneficial for empaths? I believe I am an empath and could use some help getting through my days. Thanks. — Steve Dear Steve: I use crystals for many things myself, especially when working with the energy system called the chakras. An empath is a person who […]
Stouffville has a new alternative healing sanctuary. Healing Touch Therapies, which held their grand opening on Jan. 20, offers a variety of spa and alternative healing services including reflexology, Reiki, Indian head massages, hand and foot massages, hot stone massages and chair massages. Energy healer and owner Michele Lopaschuk said she was inspired to start […]
@venusrox_crystals Hypersthene “Hypersthene is a stone of self-respect. It aids the overcoming of judgement of your own ego, enabling you to look outwards without being critical of others. It teaches us to be calm and grounded in our being and it can help pacify irritability. Hypersthene can help find answers, both from within oneself and […]
In a newly discovered twist, Argonne scientists and collaborators found that palladium nanoparticles can repair atomic dislocations in their crystal structure. This self-healing behavior is worth exploring in other materials. Credit: Argonne National Laboratory Our bodies have a remarkable ability to heal from broken ankles or dislocated wrists. Now, a new study has shown that […]