Goddess Provisions Review: September 2016

Yesterday I was gifted this beautiful terrarium which definitely already has improved the vibes of my home. Coincidently, the September Goddess Provisions box is all about Positive Vibes. I definitely felt positive opening it, since it's my birthday month it feels extra special to me. Let's get into it:

The crystal was a surprise this month, you could've gotten either a Fluorite or Sodalite wand. So naturally first thing I did was open the bag. It was a Sodalite wand! I'm totally sensing a theme in my life, in my last post I talked about the Throat Chakra and Sodalite is perfect for that. This crystal is known for aiding with truth, communication, learning, and helping to retain information. It also helps with the Third Eye Chakra as well as with clairvoyance and psychic abilities. The wand is quite big, so I'll be doing some research on how best to use it.

The Blue Lotus Chai's instant Golden Chai was delicious. It's hands down the best instant tea I've ever had. It has a really robust taste and warming quality. After adding a bit of sugar and almond milk, it was perfection in a cup. This is the tea I'll be turning to in the winter months.

This month it's a bit crystal themed, we have a cute crystal shaped soap bar from Moon Souls. I agree with Goddess Provisions... it IS almost too cute to use! I want to put it on display but I think I'll have more fun washing my hands with this magical soap.

We received another pin, this time it's from Enemy to Fashion. I'll be gifting this one to a friend that could use some positive vibes. I really like how this box is full of tools that you can help yourself and others with!

This next product has an interesting concept. The body oil from Dancing Love Organics is meant to be part a ritual to help with meditation. The most inquisitive part to me is that it's paired with a Malachite crystal. I've used Malachite before and it brought up a lot of emotions for me. It is a very powerful crystal. I don't know if I could relax and mediate with a Malachite! However, I do know just the person who this set would benefit right now so it will make a lovely gift.

Unfortunately I don't smudge or clear my home as much as I should. This smudge spray from Momoko Therapeutics seems like it will rectify that. I'd like to charge it with the full moon's energy before using it.

Another negative energy cleanser was included, a blue sage smudge stick. This one has a very potent smell so I think I'll use the smudge spray after using it. Sage is amazing to clear yourself and your space.

Overall, a great box as usual. My favourite item was the Blue Lotus Chai and I look forward to using the Sodalite wand. I can't wait for October's box! I wonder if it will be fall themed.

What is your favourite thing to do to bring in positive vibes?

Etsy Focus: ThisThatAndThese

There have been stories of how amazing Etsy is for a while now but I had never found anything that spoke to me, until now.

On Instagram I found Chandra, who has an Etsy shop called thisthatandthese. She makes figurines and jewelry out of polymer clay and also sells a variety of other beautiful objects. She's most known for her Goddess figurines that are often adorned with crystals and other magical trinkets. 

The Throat Chakra is something I've been struggling with for some time. As a creative person who has a fear to speak up, it can be quite crippling. As soon as I saw the Throat Chakra Goddess Set on Chandra's website, I knew I had to have it. 

This Goddess is so beautiful and I love the varying shades of blue. She's holding a Lapis Lazuli Sphere (it looks like a mini Earth to me) and a magical blue crescent moon (I love the moon). Fittingly she has a light blue gem on her Throat Chakra. Her hair and body have a fine, silver shimmer throughout. I felt really drawn to her and she brings me much joy every time I look at her.

    
The Reiki candle is a really cool concept. My fiancé thinks it smells like a yoga studio and loves it. It feels calming to look at and hold. I definitely can't wait to burn it and do some healing work.

The last thing that came in this set was a Labradorite crystal. This particular crystal is very stunning. It was very difficult to photograph the shift in colours and this picture doesn't do it justice at all. This Labradorite was paired well with the Goddess. The energy of this entire set has such a calming, nature feel to it as if they were all found by a waterfall.

Overall, I am very happy with my first purchase on Etsy. The Throat Chakra Goddess feels so special and I really feel the love that went into making it. Thank you Chandra! I really appreciate the work that you do and can't wait to see what you come up with next.

Please check out Chandra's creations at thisthatandthese.

What Chakras do you need to work on? What sparks joy in your life?

Goddess Provisions Review: August 2016

Surprise! A back-to-back review of my favourite subscription box ever, Goddess Provisions. August's theme is "Meditate + Celebrate. Spoiler: It's a fantastic, mystical box!

We received a Rose Quartz sphere! I've been wanting a sphere crystal for quite some time now. The sense of humour of the Universe is beyond me... my best friend also gave me a Rose Quartz sphere in August too! Spheres are excellent to meditate with because of the way they emit energy. Place Rose Quartz spheres in areas you want to feel more loving, calming energy.

100 Percent Pure is my favourite all natural cosmetic brand. They make the purest products in the world from fruit and vegetables. They recently came out with a line of "Gemmed Lip Gloss" which contain a mix of crystal powders. I already have the colour "Moonstone" and love it. The sparkle is so pretty and it smells like green apple. It's a thicker consistency so I recommend not putting too much on. This month I received the colour "Citrine"... which leads me to believe that manifestation is real. I have a lot of Citrine coming into my life, thanks Universe! 

It's time for the scents of the month, first up is Barefoot Island from Gypsy Soul Organics. I wasn't very fond of it at all. Then I realized you really need to shake it before use. That helped a lot but I find the smell still a bit too woody for my taste. I use it as an air freshener to help clear the energy of the room.

The "Meditation Station" roll-on from Soulful Essence is also very woody, with Juniper and Frankincense. I can handle this one better than the Barefoot Island spray. I smell it whenever I want to quiet my thoughts and bring myself to the present moment.

Our edible of the month is from Karma Nuts. The wrapped cashews are dried with the skins on for optimal nutrition. The small package was a substantial snack for me. You definitely only need a little bit to feel satisfied!

Whenever we receive a candle, it will always have a place in my home. They're always unique and have some kind of meaning. This month it's from Ebb & Flow and is called "Midnight Moonlight." The scent is sandalwood and amber. I was burning it while writing this post. The aroma is gentle and is very calming.

The final item is a pin from Weird Empire. Based on the craziness of everyday life, I'm sure we can all relate to feeling like we're in retrograde more than when they occur. I placed this as a decoration in my spiritual space.

Overall, another creative box from Goddess Provisions. My favourite items were the Rose Quartz sphere and the candle. September's box is fast approaching, the spoilers look good. Since we're in the middle of the biggest Retrograde of the year, Goddess Provisions has also has come out with a limited edition box full of tools to help you survive it. You can find it here.

What do you do to Meditate and Celebrate yourself?

Goddess Provisions Review: July 2016

Today I'll be reviewing the July Goddess Provisions box. It's all about the Solar Plexus Chakra! Who wouldn't want to open a little box of warm, bright sunshine?

First thing that caught my eye was the Chakra RX "I CAN" Solar Plexus spray from Scentual Goddess. It's aroma therapy and has a description for a visualization technique to help strengthen your Solar Plexus Chakra. The smell is fresh and uplifting. I wish they said what the ingredients and fragrance oils were. Each of these sprays has small gemstones to make it even more powerful. Before work, I spray this on my Solar Plexus and breathe in. I have noticed I feel more at ease when I do this.

The next item is similar, a roll-on fragrance oil from Soulful Body. This one smells super fresh and invigorating. The essential oils used are certified organic. The beautiful blend includes: peppermint, rosemary, lemongrass, jojoba oil and is infused with a small golden quartz crystal. I'm really enjoyed all of these crystal infused gems.

I'm no stranger to Stash Tea, so I was pleased to see it in our box. Sadly the box remains unopened in my tea cupboard. It's overflowing with boxes and is in dire need of a spring cleaning in there! I look forward to trying this on a day off when I need to feel energized.

Next up is a hand painted card from Lexy Olivia. As you may know, Citrine is one of my favourite crystals. Since it, brings me joy I decided to put this card up as an art piece at my desk area.

Another piece that I've added to my desk area is the wooden crystal grid we received from Cave & Canyon. Making grids is such a helpful tool for many reasons. Got a problem? There's a crystal and grid for that! Haha :) I've never had a physical guided outline before, mostly I rely on intuition. I'm waiting for Cave & Canyon's site to go online so I can see their recommendations on how to best use their grid.

The crystal of the month is no other than Tiger's Eye. A more grounding stone that brings out your personal power. Sounds perfect for this month's box, no? I'm happy to add this one to my growing crystal collection.

Another bright pop of yellow is the Love Rope bracelet. They stamp customized messages onto the medallion. Our message was "Goddess." It's a fun, statement bracelet.

Lastly we received a free e-book from The Moon Sisterhood about the Solar Plexus Chakra. It's on my to-read list. I still have a large pile of things to go through, it's one of the joys of post-vacation life. Hence the tardiness of this post.

Overall I liked the light hearted theme of this month's box. Chakras are a topic that interests me deeply and I always learn new things from these tools. August's box is pretty epic, a review coming real soon on that.

What Chakra do you feel the need to work on? What empowers you?