August 9, 2018 Stanford scholar tackles the history of people’s obsession with crystals Stanford medievalist Marisa Galvez is examining the origins of people’s fascination with crystals. She finds that crystals inspired the…
In I Did The Thing, Rachel Sugar sacrifices her time and her sanity in the name of wellness “research.” First up: the $80 Glacce bottle that ate Instagram. I am not a…
From amethyst to citrine and everywhere in between, crystals have been used for thousands of years in Eastern medicine, and, more recently, have come into mainstream popularity. These small, soothing gems are…
“Most people associate rose quartz with romantic love, but it’s actually a universal love stone. In order to experience love fully, your heart chakra must be open to it. Rose quartz guides…
Over the past few years, New Age wellness trends, like salt therapy and past life regression therapy officially re-entered the mainstream. Using crystals as a form of self-care have particularly risen in…
When your cleared crystal is ready to be programmed, hold it in your hand, close your eyes, and speak your intention. Repeat your manifestation, visualize your goals, and feel the crystal absorbing…
The Local newsletter is your free, daily guide to life in Colorado. For locals, by locals. Sign up today! Neck deep in this hellscape of a year, I’ve found it more difficult…
Selenite is a crystallized form of the mineral gypsum, created when calcium-rich salt water evaporates. Some believe selenite can be used as a healing tool, but there is no scientific evidence to…
Share on PinterestCyndi Monaghan/Getty Images The remedies for restless sleep are countless, like counting sheep, avoiding screens before bed, or practicing relaxation exercises. Another option that some people swear by is the…
Designers say sales of jewelry that provide comfort and some believe helps healing “is exploding at the seams.” LOS ANGELES — At a time when wellness is at the forefront of many…