At The Empress & Wolf, one of the most common questions we get is “What’s my birthstone?”
While the idea of birthstones is fun and has certainly become popular, the truth is that they’re not as ancient or universal as most people think. In fact, the modern birthstone list is more of a marketing invention than a mystical tradition.
Crystals can be a meaningful ally in trauma healing work, especially for those who feel connected to their energy and symbolism. They can help create a sense of safety, offer gentle emotional support and serve as physical reminders of your resilience and commitment to your healing journey.
Few rituals feel as instantly transformative as a beautiful, intentional bath, especially when you bring your crystal allies along for the journey. Crystal bathing is a powerful way to combine the cleansing and healing properties of water with the energetic magic of crystals while setting space for self love, intention, and deep energetic shifts.
Letting go of a crystal is a deeply personal and spiritual act. Through decades combined of working with crystals, our team at the Empress and Wolf hope that this guide will help you understand when it’s time to let go of a crystal, why intentional disposal matters, and how to release your crystal in a way that honours its sacred origin.
Crystals absorb the energies around them, both positive and negative. They can pick up heavy emotions, stale vibrations, or even simply get energetically “clogged” from repeated use. Cleansing resets their energy and allows them to return to their natural state. Just like you wouldn’t wear the same clothes every day without washing them, cleansing your crystals is an act of respect and care for both the stone and your own energetic hygiene.
Crystals are wonderful allies for travel, offering energetic support for every stage of your journey. If you find yourself navigating airports, embracing new cultures, or seeking deeper meaning in your adventures, these stones can help you feel grounded, protected, and open to the magic that travel brings.
These gatherings are invitations to connect with like minded souls, step into your personal power, and honour your desire to grow and transform. The Empress & Wolf is here to be your spiritual home in Daylesford, offering a warm and welcoming space for growth, healing, and community.
As the wheel of the year turns once more, we arrive at Mabon, the Autumn Equinox, a sacred pause where day and night are perfectly balanced. This is a time of gratitude, reflection, and preparation, marking the second harvest and the slow descent into the darker half of the year. Crystals are powerful allies during this time, helping you connect more deeply to the seasonal energies of reflection, harmony, and transformation.
Crystals play a profound role in love spells by amplifying intentions, aligning our energy with love, and removing emotional blocks that may be standing in the way. Whether worn as jewelry, placed on an altar, or incorporated into spellwork, these stones can help us cultivate self-love, attract meaningful relationships, and open our hearts to true connection.
Lammas is a beautiful time to celebrate the abundance in your life and honor the natural cycles of growth and renewal. By incorporating crystals like Golden Rutile, Garden Quartz, Green Aventurine, and Pietersite into your rituals, you can amplify your connection to the Earth, your intentions, and the transformative energy of the season. Celebrate the first harvest with gratitude and embrace the magic of the changing seasons as you align with the energy of abundance and renewal.
