Crystal wisdom for soulful living

Hello Reader. What if your energy is the very medicine the world needs right now? Recently, something unexpected happened during one of Clover's training sessions . . . her trainer noticed how tuned in Clover was to everything else going on, and then she looked at me and said, “Lori, you need to turn up your energy.” While she was definitely referring to working with Clover, I immediately had chills and a sense of knowing that this perfectly worded message holds a much deeper meaning. That...

Hello Reader. I wanted to pop in with a gentle reminder . . .The doors to Sacred Stones 7-week journey are open, and the early enrollment discount ends tomorrow at midnight. If you’ve been feeling a quiet nudge . . .A curious pull . . .Or that deep, wordless knowing that this journey is meant for you . . .This is a great time to say YES. Sometimes, we just need to remember why our sacred yes matters. How it opens doors, and how it can shift everything. So today, I’m sharing 10 soulful reasons...

Hello Reader. Your voice matters.Your presence matters.Your vision matters.Your gifts matter.And they are needed now more than ever before. Over the past twenty years of walking a path of earth-based spirituality and personal development, I’ve been asked many times: How do I find my purpose?How do I live my purpose?What even is my purpose? Purpose is uniquely woven for each of us. It reflects how we bring light, love, and truth into the world. It carries the gifts our soul brought to this...

Hello Reader. There’s a deep stirring within the Earth happening right now . . . A call to reconnect with our sacred allies.To lean into our intuition.To walk with greater trust, clarity, and inner knowing. The stones have always walked beside us . . . quietly, patiently, lovingly.They speak when we’re ready to listen. The whisper insights and guidance. They balance our energy. They open our hearts to the unique ways we can share our light with the world around us. Today, I want to share with...

Reclaim Your Voice • Speak Your Truth • Create What You Desire Hello Reader. As we step into the fresh energy of April, we are greeted by the gentle yet powerful energy of Blue Lace Agate, our Crystal Ally of the Month. This soft blue stone carries the frequency of peaceful expression, clarity, and soulful truth. In today’s episode of Meet Me in Sacred Space, I sink into a soul-nourishing conversation about the messages Blue Lace Agate has for us this season. We explore how it invites us to:...

Hello Reader. As I write this, I’m watching the robins outside my office window. Their bright presence and morning song are a sure sign that the seasons are changing. Each time they bob for worms, I am reminded that the earth is reawakening . . . and in many ways, so am I. After a season of softness, pause, and reflection, I find myself emerging once again. The winter solstice marked the last time I released an episode of Meet Me in Sacred Space, and it’s hard to believe that nearly an entire...

Hello Reader. Wow… this month has been such a fun journey down memory lane! As I’ve been sharing throwback moments on Facebook and Instagram, I’ve found myself reflecting on the very roots of Journey Jewels . . . from childhood memories of braiding clover crowns to shopping my very first gem show, creating the first Journey Jewel website, to the early designs that sparked the Journey Jewels signature look. It has been 15 incredible years, and I am SO grateful for this community. Thank you for...

Hello Reader. As I write this message, I'm enjoying a beautiful winter snowfall outside the window. And . . . it has prompted the most productive workday I have had in about two months. You may have noticed I've been a little quiet since the holidays. There’s been a lot happening behind the scenes. And . . . In December, Chris, Koda, and I welcomed a new puppy! Meet Clover, a sweet American Eskimo pup who’s already finding her voice. She howls along as I play the flute for the ceremony. It’s...

Hello Reader. Happy New Year! I hope it's off to a great start. As we welcome this new year, I am curious . . . How will you align your dreams with the magic of the year? Working with crystals and stones is a powerful way to create this alignment. They are eager to support us in navigating the ups and downs, twists and turns of our lives by subtly shifting the energy, expanding our vision beyond current situations, opening our hearts to new perspectives and possibilities, and reminding us of...

Hello Reader. Happy New Moon! As we approach the threshold of a new year, I invite you to take a moment to pause. Breathe deeply. Reflect on where you’ve been, what you’ve learned, and where your heart guides you next. Every new year holds the promise of a fresh start . . . a chance to dream boldly, set meaningful intentions, and align with the energy that will carry us forward. But staying connected to those intentions as life unfolds can sometimes feel challenging. That’s where the wisdom...