Letting Go – Dissolving attachment

The process of change and transformation that we are currently experiencing on our planet is offering us the opportunity to repattern to a new and higher vibrational frequency, a heart based consciousness that will take us in a new and very different direction than the one we have become accustomed to. Part of this process involves a very necessary reappraisal of the way in which we relate to others, especially in our close relationships, which are increasingly being pushed to evolve. In a nutshell this involves learning how to share love rather than need love, and requires the release of many of the old habits and beliefs that have been a part of our collective heritage up to now.

In order to reengage with the ever present but often disregarded flame of love deep within our own hearts we have to be willing to own and release the old emotional pain of separation, loss, grief, abandonment and fear that has blocked our awareness of it for many lifetimes. These old patterns particularly come to the fore in close relationships and it is also these that unconsciously keep us seeking love outside of ourselves, all too often leading to unfulfilled relationships based on unhealthy emotional attachments, co-dependency and control issues.

With all of this old patterning now seeking to release and transform into a new and higher frequency many people are finding that they are being required to make adjustments, both big and small, in their close relationships. Suddenly and seemingly without notice, what used to work now no longer does. Yet however much we might recognise the need for change it can still feel more than a little uncomfortable as our old emotional issues and patterns surface for clearance. The Letting Go combination (Divine Harmony Essences) has been particularly designed to help with this situation. Gently but powerfully it helps to release & transform old emotional pain, encouraging us to dissolve those unhealthy emotional attachments we have mistaken for love. It lifts our focus out of the solar plexus chakra firmly into the heart where we can reconnect with the love, strength and beauty within our own heart flame. As we acknowledge and honour ourselves as a source of love we also automatically do the same for those with whom we share our lives. Fulfilling relationships built on the sharing of love, mutual respect and freedom then become possible.

The Letting Go Combination

So if you are currently in need of a little assistance to transform old emotional relationship patterns this month we suggest that you enlist the help of our Letting Go combination. With all the energies lined up to support transformation old issues are releasing very quickly and especially so with the support of some well chosen vibrational frequencies. If our experience is anything to go by you will never look back once you have fully taken that step forward.

The Letting Go Combination is part of the Divine Harmony Essence range and is in the Core Emotions group. You can find the essence in our shop here.

2012 brings powerful new opportunities

As we write this we are at the beginning of January 2012 looking forward over the coming twelve months with a sense of anticipation, excitement and perhaps even a slight touch of uncertainty.

The beginning of a new year is traditionally a time of re-evaluation when we choose to get rid of old things, ideas and ways of behaviour in favour of a new vision for the future. This seems set to be a particularly important theme this month as well as throughout the whole of the coming year.

The prevailing planetary influence for most of this month comes to us from the constellation of Capricorn, represented by the sign of the mountain goat in traditional astrology and the unicorn in esoteric astrology. The higher frequencies of the powerful earthy energies of Capricorn will be encouraging us to reach beyond our limitations and to become the responsible citizens, leaders and custodians of our planet that we are destined to become. There are several powerful and expansive planetary alignments that will be supporting this transformative impulse and which indicate the potential for the discovery of new and innovative solutions to current world problems. Encouragingly these will be solutions that are for the benefit of all people based on right use of the world’s resources rather than those that provide personal gain and empowerment for a few as has been the situation so often in the past.

A new template for life

This coming year holds the potential for incredible breakthroughs in consciousness, the seeds of which were sown at the 11 11 11 gateway and anchored more deeply during the solstice last December. In effect a new higher frequency template for life has been activated and grounded into the Earth and within all human hearts, instigating a process of repatterning for all of us.

This is the most incredible gift, albeit one that will bring us the challenge of change in full measure. With the anchoring of this new template many of the old ways in which we have lived life up to now no longer have any roots to tie them into our current reality. Everything that resonates to the old template must either find a higher octave of expression or be released in favour of something new. This leaves us with the interesting thought that it is simply habitual patterns of thought and behaviour, whether conscious or unconscious, that are now all that hold our experience of life into the familiar old mould that is so obviously beginning to crumble in so many ways around the world.

So with the energy flow this month supporting deep transformation this is an excellent time to evaluate with care whether we are seeking to achieve the goals that we have set ourselves for the coming twelve months based on past experience and old habits or are we allowing ourselves to be guided by the voice of higher wisdom anchored in our hearts. This will undoubtedly be a steep learning curve for us all, however the more that we align with the new template the more we will find ourselves in the flow of new ideas and mutually supportive, creative solutions.

See also: Essence Suggestions for the month.

Rose Collection Essences
Releasing all that is not love within your heart chakra

With the anchoring of a New Template for Life at the end of last year, this month seems set to be the first of many in which we will find ourselves increasingly called upon to evaluate and release old patterns, responses and habitual behaviour. The good news is that without the old template to hold these old patterns in place they will now release very quickly, often without leaving a trace, if we simply release and let go. So with this in mind we thought we would start this months essence suggestions by mentioning some of the issues that can unconsciously hinder us from completely letting go of old issues, together with the essences that might speed up the process of release.

In our experience some of the most difficult energies in this respect are lack of forgiveness & guilt, anger, resentment and fear. All of these energies can promote the tendency for us to feel justified in holding onto old issues and will therefore tend to create an inner struggle that holds us into old patterning. They also actively promote the creation of more experiences based on those same uncomfortable energies, so it is important for all of us to keep in mind that our experience will increasingly be created from where we choose to put our attention as well as what we choose to involve ourselves in.

Some Essences to Help….

So for anyone needing support with any of the above issues here are a few suggestions to aid in quick release. Firstly for support with lack of forgiveness, either for yourself (another name for guilt) or for others, we suggest either Forgiveness, (Divine Harmony Essences) or Heartfelt Forgiveness (Rose Collection) to help you let go and move on. For help with anger check out our Inner Peace combination (Divine Harmony Essences), while Self Responsibility (Divine Harmony Essences) is an excellent antidote to any feelings of resentment that you might find lurking around. Fear is a vibration that we can all find ourselves susceptible to especially during such times as these when we are experiencing such a huge process of change and transformation at both a personal and collective level. Choose from Inner Calm, (Divine Harmony Essences), Strength & Courage spray (Pure Vibrations) or Pink Rose (Karmic Essences) for support with this issue.

The new higher frequency template that we are now all repatterning to, is likely to bring into prominence the recognition of the need for us all to work together as ‘team humanity’ in order to create positive solutions for the good of the whole. Perusing this thought made us recognise that one of the outstanding qualities needed for this adjustment in emphasis is that of humility. It requires both humility and strength to truly see ourselves as a part of the whole and to ensure that the thoughts, words & actions of our everyday lives contribute positively to the well being of the collective. So for anyone of like mind who feels they would like some help with developing this all-important quality we can thoroughly recommend a bottle or two of Humility (Inner Child Essences).

Other essences that might also be particularly helpful for some this month are Letting Go, (Divine Harmony Essences), Freedom, (Inner Child Essences), Vision (Inner Child Essences) & Soul Connection  (Divine Harmony Essences).

One of the most important things for all of us over this coming twelve months will be to remember to let the love in our hearts be the motivating guide for all that we choose to energise in our world. So with this in mind we will leave you with a reminder of how handy a Heart Connection spray (Pure Vibrations) can be to help keep the heart chakra open, balanced and free from old programming so that you can be free to become the true expression of the love that you are.

Essence Consultations

Last but not least, if you are feeling in need of more in depth help to gain clarity on the issues you are working with or the essences that might best help those issues, why not book a Personal Essence Consultation with Catherine – she will be happy to help.

Bach Flower Remedies for Christmas & Beyond

Incredible though it seems, 2011 is almost complete and we are now only a few weeks away from the beginning of a new year and fully into the whirl of extra activities that the Christmas festive season inevitably brings forward. The energy this month is also somewhat potent and intense, with a tendency to challenge us in unexpected ways, so with this in mind we thought that in this edition of Essences for Sharing we would offer a few suggestions for essences that might be particularly good to help you negotiate the coming weeks with grace & ease.

Some remedies to help

In our experience there is nothing better than a well-selected combination of Bach Flower Remedies, taken often, to quickly restore everyday equilibrium and balance for all the family. Olive, Oak  & Elm are great to revive flagging energy, while Vervain and White Chestnut can very quickly calm over excited youngsters or indeed grown ups! For anyone feeling a little apprehensive about what challenges 2012 might bring for us all, then Mimulus, Aspen, or Rock Rose might be just what you need. If you are having difficulty deciding what to buy for those last minute gifts then let Scleranthus give you a helping hand and last but not least don’t forget to keep a bottle of our ever-popular Revival Remedy on hand to help with any unexpected emergencies. Revival Remedy is available in 10ml or 25ml dropper bottles or 30ml spray bottles.  

Bach Flower Remedies are at their most effective when they are made up into treatment bottles of 7 or 8 different essences and taken often; we recommend at least 8 x a day for adults.

Find Out More and Selecting Your Bach Rremedies

You can find out more about the Bach Flower Remedies here. If you would like some help and support from the Bach Flower Remedies you can: order Individual Bach Remedies here or Mix Your Own Bach Combination here. To find out more about how to use Bach Flower Remedies for children go to our Essences for Children page.

Christmas Greetings
from us all at Crystal Herbs!

We wish you all a peaceful Christmas break
and a joyous & prosperous New Year!

Thank you for all your orders, contributions and kind comments over the past year and we look forward to hearing from you again in 2012

Peace, Love & Joy,

From all at Crystal Herbs

Catherine, Sam, Julia, Dinny, Maureen,
Jeana & Celeste

As we write this we are at the beginning of December and contemplating the fast approaching end of yet another amazing year and the fact that, impossible as it might seem, we are now just one month away from the beginning of 2012! We have needed several reality checks over this past year but this one is definitely one of the biggest yet.

The energetic patterning that was set in place during November, particularly at the 11 11 11, has created a powerful wave that will take us forward this month and on into 2012. There is a new strength and purpose within this patterning that feels unlike anything we have previously experienced and it seems set to bring forward change on all levels and with increasing intensity as we go forward into the coming year. Change is of course not a new theme for any of us, however with an assortment of planetary alignments supporting change on a grand scale this month it is certainly something we can expect to see more of.

Sagittarian Illumination

During December we come under the prevailing planetary influence of the constellation of Sagittarius, which brings forward the energetic qualities of clear vision, clarity, focus and purpose. Esoterically, Sagittarius rules the higher mind and the intuition as well as inspiring wisdom and truthfulness. As we enter December we are one week into a three-week period of retrograde Mercury, and in between the partial new moon solar eclipse of November 25 and the full moon lunar eclipse of December 10th. 2011 has been an unusual year in many ways, so it will probably come as no surprise to discover that the unusually high number of eclipses that we have experienced this year are an occurrence that will take place only six times throughout the whole of the 21st century.

Eclipses tend to change the way that we perceived things and there is no doubt that this is exactly what we are being requested to do this month, both at an individual and collective level. The illuminating influence of Sagittarian energies will be encouraging us to re evaluate our beliefs and ensure that they are motivationally aligned with the wisdom of our higher truth. Mercury retrograde will further encourage us with this endeavour as it supports introspection, review and reassessment of all kinds. As Mercury turns direct shortly after the full moon lunar eclipse on December 10th be prepared to move forward and take action based on the reorientation and insight that you have gained during this period of review. In the clarity and focus of Sagittarian energy it is likely that it will become extremely clear what needs to be done next whether this is at a personal or collective level.

Endings and Beginnings

Reflecting on all this made us recognise that the moment in time that we are all now experiencing is indeed that time which we have all worked towards for many lifetimes and that we are so very fortunate to have the opportunity to be here making our contribution to the unfolding of the new Earth. There is no doubt that the gift of new Life that we all received at 11 11 11 is there for the taking if we choose to receive it fully into our hearts and minds and allow it to wash away what does not resonate with our highest truth. However, herein lies the challenge for all of us. Since we have free will we must individually and collectively make the choice of how we will respond to the choice we are now offered. New Life means exactly that, a new beginning, however we cannot move forward into the new, carrying ‘baggage’ that relates to the old energy that we have walked in for many lifetimes. In the penetrating focus of Sagittarian energy this month it is likely that we will see with great clarity what changes we need to make in order to align more fully with this great gift of new beginnings. This is not an energy that will encourage or support resistance so whatever comes up for you remember to detach and observe, so that you can chose to make change with grace and ease.

You might also like to check out our Essence Suggestions for December to discover which essences might be most supportive for you this month.

Unrecognised resentment makes us unwilling to accept that we are the creators of our own reality and can lead us to believe that life is unfair or leave us feeling a victim of the circumstances of our lives. In this low vibrational frequency we cannot remember that we as a soul have chosen all the circumstances of our lives for the gifts that they would offer or that the important people in our lives were carefully chosen because they were the ones that loved us enough to be willing to offer us the opportunities we needed. Difficult though this might be to accept it is our experience that choosing to embrace this perspective can be immensely freeing and can fast track you into a completely new positive experience of life. The energies of resentment and anger are not popular ones to own up to, however they have been a very big part of the old world that we are letting go of, so if you find yourself in need of support with these issues this month then we highly recommend a bottle or two of our Self Responsibility combination (Divine Harmony Essences) to help. Other very closely linked and equally difficult energies that block positivity in life are guilt and lack of forgiveness. Nothing keeps us stuck like guilt or lack of forgiveness for something that happened way back in the past. In this situation either Forgiveness  (Divine Harmony Essences), or Heartfelt Forgiveness (Rose Collection) would be a great support to move you on with speed. Letting Go (Divine Harmony Essences) or Release (Inner Child Essences) might also be helpful for some this month.

With the influence of Sagittarius so strong this month we may well find ourselves being pushed to express our truth in ways that might not be altogether comfortable for some. So with this in mind here are a few suggestions for essences that will support and encourage greater self-expression. Check out Loving Communication (Divine Harmony Essences), Truth ( Inner Child ) or Throat Chakra (Chakra Essences) for support here.

Clarity, (Divine Harmony Essences) Clarity and Perspective, (Pure Vibrations) Inner Wisdom (Divine Harmony Essences) and Soul Connection (Divine Harmony Essences) would also be helpful essences for some this month.

With change so much on the agenda we will just remind you of our old friendsInner Calm (Divine Harmony Essences) and Strength & Courage (Pure Vibrations) either of which will help you to release and transform those unsettling fears that can arise when we are challenged to make change.

Last but not least why not treat yourself to a Positive Vibrations spray (Pure Vibrations) to help you stay positive and well balanced throughout the coming festive season. All our Pure Vibrations sprays are now available with added organic Rose Water in addition to the standard brandy and water mix.

As we write this we are at the beginning of November and fully into the flow of Scorpio flavoured energies that are the prevailing influence for the month. The watery energies of Scorpio encourage us to reach deep into the depths of our selves and to face that which is needed to bring about a more complete unity with our true self or soul. As we are all very aware this greater unity does not happen without some resistance from the personality self. This struggle, between the personality and the soul is one that the human family is now collectively experiencing as we face the need to unite the physical and spiritual aspects of ourselves in order to evolve. It is a struggle that is vividly portrayed for us in the mythical story of Hercules and his quest to slay the nine-headed hydra; that powerful symbol for the personality self. So altogether, it seems that this month will be a month of great opportunity and potential for us all as individuals and as a collective, though one unlikely to be without its tests and challenges.

The energetic highlight of the month is undoubtedly the full moon on November the 10th closely followed by the opening of the long awaited 11-11-11 gateway. Once again we are being gifted with a flow of light and potent high frequency energies designed to further stimulate our inner awakening and help clear away that which no longer resonates with our true self. This great flow of light will also be assisting mother earth to make some necessary adjustments so that she can continue her ascension with ease and grace. Absolutely in alignment with the focus of the energies of Scorpio it will stimulate the expression of higher truth and unity consciousness.

A Gift of New Life

Reflecting on this made us realise just how important it is that we all recognise and take responsibility for anchoring this great gift of life giving energy as it flows in on 11-11-11. The human kingdom is the link or bridge between the world of spirit and the other kingdoms of life on earth and as such it is our responsibility as members of the human family, to become the channel through which this energy can be received and used to its fullest. It is truly a gift of new life and it has the capacity to short-circuit any old 3D patterning and disrupt the often destructive loops that we have now been going round and round in for aeons time so that something new can be created. Since it is likely, at least in the short term, that the noise and chaos of change in the world will increase as this energy does its work, it is particularly important that we all do our best to see with clarity what is really going on and choose not to get caught up energetically in the old as it leaves. Above all lets remember that miracles happen when new life giving energy is allowed into old situations that have run their course.

The energies this month seem set to be somewhat intense and likely to leave us with the feeling that we are being ‘pushed’ or ‘leaned on’ energetically to let go of more old ‘stuff’. If you find yourself in this situation this month, be kind to yourself and recognise that whatever comes up will simply leave if you open the doors and allow it to go. Remember also that some well chosen vibrational essences can be very effective in helping us to keep the doors open and the ‘stuff’ moving on.

Since this month is one in which we all need to be particularly open to the flow of new energy we thought that we would start this month’s essence suggestions with an essence to help promote and encourage the all-important ability to give & receive. To become an active participant in the process of anchoring greater light into our world we must be willing to be a part of the divine circulatory flow, which means that we must be both open and available to receive what is given as well as willing to pass it on to others around us. Lack of understanding of how this flow really works has caused great imbalance in our experience of abundance in our world. This is a very deep issue that is currently surfacing for many of us right now and clearly affects our ability to fully receive and anchor the new energies with which we are being gifted. So for anyone who feels that they would like support with this issue this month we can thoroughly recommend a bottle of Open to Receive (Divine Harmony Essences) to help.

Staying grounded and connected to the present moment, even when in the midst of difficult circumstances will also be important for many this month. It is truly only from the present moment that we can have the clarity to recognise, accept and release old issues from the past without getting caught up in them. Either Being Present (Divine Harmony Essences) or Earth Connection (Pure Vibrations Spray Collection) would be helpful here.

We find that it can be very helpful to remember that the rational mind does not have any reference points to understand the changes that are currently taking place within and around us and as a consequence can tend to add to the confusion rather than decrease it, if not kept firmly in its place. The clarity of understanding that we need to develop comes from the soul through the higher mind and heart connection. With this in mind we thought that we would offer you a few suggestions for essences that in various ways encourage the development of this connection. Firstly for those moments of confusion where you find yourself going around endlessly in the rational mind we suggest either some Clarity & Perspective (Pure Vibrations Spray Collection) or Clarity (Divine Harmony Essences) to move you on. We particularly find a good dowsing in Clarity & Perspective spray very effective when we get stuck in this uncomfortable situation. Either Inner Wisdom, Soul Connection (Divine Harmony Essences) or Energetic Alignment (Pure Vibrations Spray Collection) would be an excellent essence to choose to help strengthen your connection to the wisdom of the higher mind this month.

For anyone who feels in need of a little support to find the inner strength and resolve needed to move forward this month we suggest that you enlist the help of either Inner Strength (Divine Harmony Essences) or Strength & Courage (Pure Vibrations Spray Collection).

Last but not least we will leave you of a reminder of how helpful a well-chosen combination of Bach Flower Remedies can be to restore balance & harmony in difficult emotional situations.

See also our artilce – A Gift of New Life

The vibrational resonance of the date 11 11 11 carries both the opportunity for new beginnings as expressed through the vibration of the number one and the potential for revelation, greater unity and spiritual connection represented by the master number 11. Over recent years, as we have moved ever closer to 2012, dates with vibrational signatures like the 11 11 11 have become significant as energy portals or gateways through which new high frequency energy can be sent into the planet to promote the expansion of consciousness necessary for us to evolve into a 5th dimensional consciousness.

The powerful, high frequency, energies that will flood into our planet through the 11 11 11 gateway this year will trigger ancient codes within our energy fields that will align us more fully with 5th dimensional consciousness and the pathway of ascension that we are all collectively walking at this time. The more consciously we are able to work with this energy the more it will be able to expand our awareness, help break up old patterns and enhance our connection with our multidimensional selves and the Divine.

This year there will be a great focus of attention around the world on the 11 11 11 as many people of like minds and hearts join together to receive and anchor this energy as it flows into the planet. This in its self makes this a powerful date so no matter where you are on 11 11 11 at 11 o’clock take a few minutes to connect your intention for transformation with that of the group consciousness through the power of the One Heart and become a part of the collective bridge that will allow this energy to anchor fully into the earth.

Since we all have different perceptions and understandings there is naturally a diversity of information about the significance of the 11 11 11 gateway. What we have written here is simply our take on it so here are a couple of links to sites with other interesting viewpoints you might also like to check out.

http://www.eraofpeace.org/11-11-11.php

http://www.nvisible.com/