Looking for calm and clarity amidst the crazy energy of Mercury retrograde? Crystals may hold the key.
Mercury, our planet of the mind and mouth is once again slowing down and acting up.
Mercury Retrograde is confusing in both name and application. Planets never move backwards in space; they only seem to return from our point of view here on Earth.
Mercury is the planet of connection, expression, media, technology, travel and commerce. Known as a personal planet, its tricks and transits affect us most closely. Because the spheres Mercury rules are so integral to our daily routines, we feel the effects of these retrogrades more acutely.
How can we move with peace and purpose through the struggle of Mercury?
Crystal healers Lauren Lauterbach and Courtney Cunningham, co-founders of Moon & Stone, are on hand with amethyst in their pockets to guide the crystal curious.
Lauterback and Cunningham tell The Post, “Mercury is officially in retrograde until August 27, which means conversations can start to take a bad turn at work or at home, technology goes wrong, household items break, basically things in general… just don’t WORK! Or they don’t work the way we want or expect them to.”
Lauterback and Cunningham explain that the body’s energy is constantly changing based on our mood, while the vibration of a crystal remains stable—the stable rock, if you will. When we incorporate these materials into our lives, our vibration is raised or lowered to match that of the crystals we work with.
To stabilize and energize during these trying times, Lauterback and Cunningham recommend the following stones of power.
Smoky quartz
Lauterback and Cunningham recommend keeping a piece of smoky quartz in your pocket, purse, bra, or underwear to keep chaos at bay. “Allow this crystal to connect you to Source, ease your anxiety, and bring you back to the present moment.”
They explain that smoky quartz is among the most powerful and grounding of all crystals, supporting a deep connection to the earth while dispelling negative thoughts and limiting self-beliefs.
Labradorite
Lauterback and Cunningham ask, “Is the Universe serving you as a storm during this walk on Mercury’s moon?”
If the answer is a resounding yes, get it right with a piece of Labradorite, a magnetic crystal that’s a real help when making the switch.
Lauterback and Cunningham say, “Labradorite it’s just what you need to create a barrier from the energies of these few weeks. You can use it every day to set a goal or desire that keeps your energy from going down.”
In addition, retrograde cycles encourage reflection and review, and Labradorite aids and encourages introspection.
Amethyst
Purple can see you through the fog, people.
Amethyst works as a sedative of sorts, blocking negative energy, clearing the atmosphere around the wearer and supporting restorative sleep cycles.
Lauterback and Cunningham say, “Amethyst is the perfect crystal to help calm nerves and bring peace to a night’s rest. Place it next to your bed to soothe and nourish your energy while you sleep. Wake up refreshed and positive. You got this!”
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