This Mala Peach Moonstone has 108 beads. Earthy warm tone 6mm moonstone crystals interspersed with charming Tibetan themed embellishment beads, and 2mm hematite spacers. The length when worn around the neck is 40cm (roughly 80cm overall), with 5cm decorative end pendant section with mother and baby elephant.
Peach Moonstone is for new beginnings, and hence favoured by new mothers, and those wishing to become one.
In India, Moonstone in general has a long history as the bringer of divine wisdom. Also in the West, especially since the 1960s it has been considered a gemstone for spiritual wellness. The warm darker colour variations such as the Peach Moonstone are said to connect the wearer to the natural world. It grounds one's energies and emotions - hence offering a sense of stability. Furthermore, and importantly for new mothers. Peach Moonstone can be invaluable in promoting trust in one's instincts/intuition.
Moonstone is a symbol of inner radiance, personal transformation and inspiration. Therefore success and good fortune in love and business matters follow. It brings light into your life.
From physical point of view, Moonstone aids the digestive system, assimilates nutrients, eliminates toxins and fluid retention. It also alleviates degenerative conditions of skin, hair, eyes, and fleshy organs such as the liver and pancreas. It stimulates the pineal gland and balances hormonal cycles, being excellent for PMS, conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and breast-feeding.
Yogi Brett Larkin puts it thus: "Moonstone powerfully affects the reproductive organs and brings your body into its own cycle."
Moonstone is most definitely also beneficial to men in opening the emotional self.
Metaphysically... ...moonstone is the gemstone used to connect Chakras - in particular the Heart, the Third Eye and the Crown Chakras. Hence it invites us to look deep within beyond our normal everyday life experiences. Astrologically... ...moonstone can help Librans to accept change in their life without fearing the decision-making process. The soft glow of moonstone can soften Scorpios' reactive behaviour and allow a better yin/yang balance.
USE OF A MALA:
As the thumb presses each bead against the finger the strand is placed upon, repeat the chosen mantra. When you come to the ‘guru bead’, or the tassel, twist the mala around and begin again in the opposite direction.
Effect of using a mala: It assists in repeating the mantra. In addition, the use of a mala stimulates the brain and the nervous system. This occurs through the reflex points activated as the beads are pressed by the fingertips.
CRYSTAL CARE – Cleansing, charging & programming
All crystals are energetically different but the principles are the same for all of them.
CLEANSING
Energies build up within the gem stones, even if they have been stationary. Cleansing releases this build-up, and restores their true vibrational frequency.
Crystals can be held under running water, or immersed in salt water (as long as they are not water soluble like Selenite, or sensitive structurally like Hematite). You can smudge them, pass them through the light from a candle, or expose them to certain crystals which have the ability to cleanse other ones, such as Carnelian. Some are self-cleansing, such as Citrine.
CHARGING
This is the energetic renewal stage. It is where you set your intentions and work in unison with the stone toward a common purpose. It aligns the gem stone’s metaphysical properties with your vibrations and frequencies.
The most convenient option is leaving the crystal in sunlight for 1-2 hours, or moonlight overnight (use another method if your crystal is photosensitive). Sound vibrations from singing bowls, gongs or simply your voice can also reset the energy of the crystal without making changes to it structurally – it simply returns to its vibrational state.
PROGRAMMING – optional
Let your higher guidance dedicate the crystal to the purpose for which you wish to use it.
Simply hold the stone in your hands in front of a light source, and say out loud: “I dedicate this crystal to the Highest of Good.” Then attune it: “I program this crystal for [your purpose].”
GENERAL TIPS FOR THE CARE OF A MALA:
Malas need to be kept away from moisture, as some components can be sensitive to it. Certainly remove a mala before entering a shower.
They need to be removed when active. With yoga practice it is easy enough to slip the mala inside your top to avoid it getting snagged on anything. The same applied to sleeping - it is best to remove it altogether.
Malas are precious handmade treasures and deserve to have their own box or bag when not in use.
