Crystals

Virgo | The Virgin (August 23-September 22) Virgo is ruled by the planet Mercury, named after the Roman god who delivered messages (Virgos can be excellent communicators), and symbolized by a virgin (maiden) who has roots in goddesses of harvest or agriculture.  Virgos are delightful, in large part because they’re often very grounded and very nurturing. What’s sometimes overlooked, however,

Leo | The Lion (July 23-August 22) If you have a Leo in your life, you probably know it. Leos are represented by the lion, and it’s no surprise that Leos, themselves, are strong, competitive, charismatic personalities that demand the awe and respect of those around them!  Leos are natural leaders; they like being the center of attention, but they’re

Cancer | The Crab (June 21-July 22)  Cancer kicks off the summer solstice, the beginning of summer! Cancer is ruled by the moon and symbolized by the crab; a small, incredibly adaptable, and enduring creature that has withstood the test of time (crabs have been around since before the dinosaurs!).  While some people look at a Cancer’s sensitivity and mood

We don’t have to tell you there’s a lot going on in the world right now–and most of us are experiencing some big feelings at all time highs. As women who love natural wellness, we are grateful for the way essential oils and crystals work together to calm our highs, lift our lows, comfort us, help us sleep, bring us joy, and keep us healthy.

Today, we’re answering a question we get a lot at Whimsy + Wellness: can I be a Christian and use crystals? How do Christianity and crystals mix? These are deeply personal questions, and nobody can tell you what to believe! Since we get the question so much, however, we wanted to share some common perspectives about how Christianity and crystals can

Once upon a time, the sun was the main source of electric and magnetic fields (EMFs). But with the advent of electricity and the rapid growth of technology, the sun is now just one of many radiation sources.   EMFs, a type of radiation, are a growing field of concern for more and more scientists and health professionals. EMF exposure

Gemini | The Twins (May 21-June 20)  Gemini is represented by twins, but let’s go ahead and get this out of the way: Geminis are not two-faced! In fact, a healthy Gemini has two sides that he or she can access, which means they can be incredibly versatile and adaptable in a wide range of situations. Are they great people

Taurus | The Bull (April 20-May 20) Taurus is a lovely, strong, earthy sign represented by the hard-working (and sometimes quite stubborn) bull! Calm, straightforward, and methodical, the Taurus is also inspired by the somewhat hedonistic pleasures of luxury and wealth.  If you have a Taurus in your life, you’re very fortunate, as they love to work behind the scenes