You may wonder what colors have to do with spirituality. I believe the universe is leaving us hints or clues through color that our unconscious mind registers. Now, what you do with these messages is entirely up to you, but I will empower you with the knowledge.
What do you know about people born under the Libra star sign (September 23 – October 22)? More importantly, how does color come into play with these particular individuals? Are there specific colors that resonate with them and others that they absolutely loathe? Does any of it really matter? Perhaps the question that you should …
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If you know anything about color theory, you know that color – whether it’s part of a website design, part of an advertisement, or part of your surroundings – has a powerful influence on your mood and well-being. Likewise, if you know anything about astrology, you know that your zodiac sign helps shape your personality. While color …
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Cultures and customs from ancient times are always fascinating to learn about. The story and meaning behind yin and yang, known by some as simply yin-yang, is no different. Yin and yang are ancient Chinese concepts that gradually developed over time, first originating thousands of years in the past. To give a simple elevator pitch, …
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There’s a lot of variety to be found in the human experience. Wander through the world and you’ll see an amazing number of different cultures and beliefs. Likewise, examine the history of any of those regions and you’ll see an equally rich tapestry of hopes and dreams. But for all the differences to be found …
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How dreary our world would be without colors. Imagine living in a completely black and white world like the dull, lifeless representation of Kansas in the movie version of The Wizard of Oz. Without the red of roses, the green of grass, the purple of violets and the orange of a sunset, our existence would …
Discovered in Africa Many people know that turquoise is December’s birthstone, but there are actually three of them. Another one is tanzanite, and unlike most other gems, tanzanite isn’t an ancient stone. It was discovered in 1967, so it doesn’t have much history. Manuel D’Souza, a prospector from India, is the man who unearthed tanzanite. …
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The Growing Popularity of Citrine Contrary to common belief, topaz is not the only stone for this month. Citrine is another of November’s birthstones, and since its discovery, it’s been beloved by thousands. At first, many were fond of citrine because it was so rare. As more citrine was introduced to the market, it lost …
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Opal’s Meaning Opal, one of October’s birthstones, derives from the Greek word opallios, which means to see a change of color. For decades, people have associated opal with evil and misfortune. Sir Walter Scott, an author from the 19th century, is credited with sullying this stone’s reputation. Anne of Geierstein, his claim to fame, is …
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Sapphire: September’s Birthstone Deriving from both a Latin and a Greek word, sapphire is a combination of the terms saphirus and saphieros. Both words mean blue in their native tongues. While this is the most widely accepted belief, some believe that sapphire gets its name from Saturn. In some languages, sapphire loosely translates to “dear …
The Story of Peridot Peridot derives from peritot, which is French for gold. In certain lights, peridot radiates a gold hue, making peritot the perfect namesake. Discovered in 1500 B.C., peridot was welcomed to the jewel realm after miners unearthed it in Zabargad Island. When the existence of these stones became known, island inhabitants were …
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