Author: Amy Walker

Why Order a Custom Mala from Creative Empath?

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Do you have an idea for a mala, but can’t find exactly what you are looking for?

This is a common plight of mine—I can “see” what I want in my mind, but when it is time to shop, I often can’t find my ideal product. If this is a problem that you are running into while looking for your perfect mala—we can help! We can work together to create your ideal custom mala. I would love to work with you to bring your perfect mala to life. Some of my favorite, most unique pieces are those that I created as custom pieces.

One customer requested a custom mala with a unique combination of peach moonstone, aquamarine and Angelite. Another customer requested a combination of bright green chrysoprase, rhodochrosite and moonstone. I wasn’t sure how it would come together, but it was beautiful! Another customer wanted black and white Dalmatian jasper, strung on blue cord, with a bright purple tassel. I was pleasantly surprised once more.

How do you go about ordering your custom mala?

Contact me! Visit the Creative Empath Etsy shop, and send me a message, letting me know exactly what you are looking for. So that I can help you best, please make sure that you include as many details as you can. What size beads would you like? What beads should be included (including a guru bead)? What order do you want the stones in? What color tassel did you have in mind?

Not sure where to start?

Check out my overview of my favorite stones, and their unique powers, here: Choosing Healing Crystals to Support your Intention

Then, with this information, I can price your custom mala, depending on the price of the beads. Some beads, like Celestite and Kunzite, are much more expensive than others (like obsidian). Once you agree to the pricing and purchase your piece, I order your custom stones and tassel materials. The entire process can take 1-3 weeks, depending on what I have in stock.

The entire process is fun and rewarding—I really love helping create the malas that my customers have envisioned. And I look forward to creating something special for you too!

Turquoise Love: We love this beautiful, powerful stone

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11Jul

Take one look at our inventory and it will be no surprise that we love, love, love turquoise. Once I created my first turquoise mala, I couldn’t wait to create more. Turquoise is a special stone in many different cultures, for many reasons. I like to think of this stone as a “Jack of all trades” stone, in that it has so many different uses and strengths. Growing up in Colorado, turquoise was everywhere we look. And, throughout school, and learning about indigenous populations, I knew that this stone held great value to indigenous cultures. I have always been intrigued. You will see, throughout our inventory, a variety of different types of turquoise, from Peruvian, to African to Boulder Creek. I am partial to this gorgeous, subdued hues of Boulder Creek Turquoise.

Healing Power

Turquoise is known to be a stone of purification and balance—energetically, but also for the physical body. This beautiful stone can help you to purge yourself, or your surroundings, from negative, harmful energies. At the same time, it helps you to find balance in your physical body, allowing you to purge toxins, and heal from infections of all types.

As it helps you to find balance, this stone can be useful for those who experience anxiety, severe stress and panic. Instead, it helps us to find our deepest sense of calm.

Our Turquoise Pieces

Creative Empath offers a series of different turquoise pieces, including malas, pocket malas, bracelets and earrings, all which offer these properties. Be sure to check out our store for our current inventory.

See our full inventory of malas, bracelets and earrings here!

Explore our full line here!

Custom Malas Available! If you have something in mind, don’t hesitate to reach out for custom pieces! We love working with you to create the jewelry you have in mind! Visit our Etsy Store to learn more about commissioning a custom mala to meet your unique needs!

Using A Tiger’s Eye Mala for Strength, Grounding and Protection

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27Apr

A Tiger’s Eye mala can be the perfect for you, when empowerment, strength and protection is your goal.

Throughout history, across time and cultures, Tiger’s Eye has been worn to protect one from harm, evil and wrongdoing. This is due to its ability to not only offer the wearer strength, but also in its protective qualities.

This stone aids the wearer in recognizing and utilizing their inner strength and power, offering strength against both external and internal, self-sabotaging threats alike.

A Tiger’s Eye mala is thought to help balance the endocrine system. For those who struggle to find energy and motivation, Tiger’s Eye can re-spark one’s inner fire. It is thought to harness the heat and power of the sun, and can help us to overcome depression associated with season affective disorder.

Tiger’s Eye stones are brown, and brown stones are often sought out for their grounding properties. But I also love that they are a gorgeous brown or gold, appropriate for individuals of all ages and genders. Tiger’s eye is timeless.

And, as this stone ignites all of this inner strength and wisdom, one’s self-confidence is likely to soar. What more can you ask for?

Suggested Affirmations for use with Tiger’s Eye:

I am protected, I am strong, I am grounded.
I have the strength overcome any obstacle that I encounter.
My inner critic is no match for my divine power and determination.

Essential Oils for use with Tiger’s Eye:

Frankincense
Rosemary
Peppermint
Basil
Sage

Interested in a Tiger’s Eye Mala of your own?

We have a great variety to choose from, including 6mm and 8mm malas, and 6mm and 8mm pocket mala. Check out our store to see what we have in stock!

Choosing Healing Crystals to Support your Intention

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24Apr

It is important to choose the appropriate healing crystals to support your intention. But, if you are anything like me, when you first began to explore the world of healing crystals, you may have been overwhelmed. Which healing crystals should I have? Where should I put them? What should I do with them? What IS my intention? Ahhhh! Choosing the best healing crystals to support your intention can be really overwhelming. And this can be especially daunting when trying to choose the best mala for your meditation journey.

There are over 200 different healing crystals, and the list is constantly growing. So, how do you figure out which crystals and stones to choose?

I have spent hours upon hours researching to find an answer to this question. And the answer is…it depends. Of all of the resources I’ve read, and the data I’ve compiled, I realize that nobody really agrees as to which crystals are best for what. Don’t get me wrong, there is some agreement in regard to some healing crystals and stones, and their power. Obsidian, Jet, Tourmaline and Onyx are great for protection. Blue Lace Agate, Angelite, and Sodalite are great for soothing anxiety. Lepidolite, Kunzite, and Amethyst are useful for emotional healing and ease.

I’ve taken my data and put together a sort of “cheat sheet” for you, based on the common answers I’ve found, across resources.

After completing all of this research, and after participating in a number of forums on the topic, my final conclusion is this: Each gemstone or crystal can have powerful healing capabilities, and some are far better for certain purposes than others. But, at the end of the day, I’ve found that the most important thing to consider when choosing healing crystals for you is to listen to your heart. If one stone really calls out to you, then that is stone for you. Perhaps it is your soul’s way of knowing what you really need, even if you may not understand.

In my work I have found the following healing crystals to be the most powerful…for me:

Unakite
Kunzite
Dalmation Jasper
Sodalight
Peach Moonstone

And check out our Etsy store for gorgeous creations with these gemstones, intentionally created to support you in your intentions.

I recommend taking some time to peruse a gem store, or a gem website (especially while stores may not be easily accessible as I am writing this article). Pay close attention to the healing crystals that you are really drawn to, and give them a try! You never know what you will discover!

Do you have questions or information you’d like to share? Comment below!

Healing Crystals to Support Your Fertility Journey

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24Apr

The decision to start a family, or grow your family, thrusts us into season of life filled with excitement, change, the unknown and, if you are anything like me, impatience. For some, becoming pregnant is a breeze. For others, it takes time, patience, and positivity. And for others, it can be a difficult, even painful, path.

How can healing crystals support the fertility journey?

In addition to more traditional tools, techniques and approaches to conception, you can also use healing crystals to support your fertility journey. These crystals can be used to help magnify your intentions, support your visualizations, and some can even work to balance and support our hormones and natural cycles.

My three favorite stones to support the fertility journey are milky white moonstone, unakite and rhodonite.

Moonstone

Moonstone is thought to be one of the most powerful stones in supporting fertility. Yes, it is the stone of love…but there is much more to it than that. Moonstone has a powerful impact on the female reproduction system…from sparking one’s libido, to balancing hormones, to becoming more aware of one’s cycle. Keeping moonstone close while trying to conceive can be quite beneficial for each step of the journey.

Unakite

Unakite is really powerful in eliminating obstacles and blockages that we might experience as we try to conceive. Unakite helps to eliminate or ground negative energy, which can often act as a stumbling block to pregnancy. It can aid in fostering a more positive mindset, and a belief in one’s ability to become pregnant.

Rhodonite

Rhodonite is beneficial in creating mind-body harmony, supporting one’s conception journey. Unakite is thought to help prepare the uterus for conception and pregnancy. It is also thought to help foster self-love, and self-confidence, which is so important when trying to conceive, and our belief in our ability to do so.

Of course one cannot guaranty pregnancy with the use of this mala. But, use it frequently, in combination with meditation and other self-care practices, and it can support you along your journey, and magnify your desires and manifestations.

To take your experience further, consider combining your practice with essential oils, and powerful affirmations.

Essential Oils to Support your Fertility Journey

Clary Sage supports hormone balance (do not use this one during pregnancy)
Citrus oils can help to alleviate anxiety
Sandalwood
Geranium
Ylang ylang
Peppermint
Lavender

Affirmations for your Fertility Journey

My body is a healthy, safe vessel for creating and supporting life.
My body is balanced, fertile and healthy.
I am going to be an amazing mother.
I am healthy. My body is capable of creating a miracle.

Author: Amy Walker