I first discovered astrology at a time in my life when I was stuck. For one, my obsessive desire to be a successful artist seemed to have run aground and I wondered was the Universe working against me? Was I just unlucky? Or just plain ‘not good enough’? Was it a sign that this wasn’t …
7 tips for the perfect engagement ring
Do you have a special woman that you’d like to gift a piece of jewellery like an engagement or anniversary ring? And you really want that piece to reflect her individuality, that certain something you know makes her unique? If you already know exactly what would be perfect for her, you can skip this post …
3 things I no longer believe about my body
From when I was a teenager until well into my thirties I believed the usual amount of guff we women are fed about our bodies and their general unworthiness. Too fat, too skinny, thighs too big, breasts too small, hair all wrong etc, etc. I’m betting you know this story, because you have one of …
About symbols. Or, why I’m so over jewels with words stamped on them.
I’m prepared to admit that I’m a jewel snob. And I’m also going to be a cranky pants. I’ve had enough of bracelets stamped with your ‘bespoke’ word, like ‘love’ and ‘peace’ and ‘harmony’. And maybe your children’s names (like, really? are you going to forget them?). I love words, but I also know the …
But you ARE your body. Here’s why.
I’ve heard a few people comment lately, following a period of challenging illness, that in the end they discover they are not their bodies. They are something more transcendental, more unfettered and free. I always feel a visceral reaction to statements like this. Maybe it’s the Taurean archetype coming out… While I get what they …
5 steps to your perfect custom-design jewel
So you’ve been looking for a very special ring but nothing you’ve seen is really grabbing you and screaming ‘I’m the one!’ Or perhaps you have just decided that you deserve that fabulous piece of jewellery you’ve been promising yourself for a while. And yet, you’re feeling less than excited about all the prospects that …
The Solstice Gateway
[this post relates to the astrological phenomena of Uranus square Pluto that was active from 2013 to 2015. What happened then is still relevant now]. There’s a revolution underway. Can you feel it – the pressure of forces beyond our control? If it’s something you sense, it’s likely that the Uranus/Pluto square has laid siege …
7 steps to creating an intentional jewel
The power of your intentions. One of my favourite books The Intention Experiment by Lynne McTaggart, is an in-depth study of just how much of a difference intention can make. It’s a fascinating read if you want to know the science of it – i.e. randomised control experiments which have been happening for many years …
Does the body get in the way of mindfulness?
Back in 2009 when I was a phd student, and exploring the science of consciousness, I put myself forth as a guinea pig for several experiments conducted by other students at the Institution I attended. Electrodes on the head while staring at computer screens, that kind of thing. One particularly memorable experiment involved a study …
Why you don’t want to be right
Saturn is currently marching through Scorpio [that’s if you’re reading this before October 2015!]– all you Scorps with birthdays in mid-November feeling the pressure? Scorpio is always about lessons in power. Both clean and dirty. And Saturn can be so righteous. I’ve been getting lots of little messages about rightness and righteousness (bad for the …