Guides, tutorials and glossary
Everything you need to know about stones, tarot, oracles, chakras, archangels and incense: clear pages written for beginners, with no promise of results.
Stones and crystals
Stones from A to Z, chakras, birthstones and stones by intention, crystal shapes and jewellery.
Tarot, oracles and divination
The 78 tarot cards, the Lenormand oracle, playing cards, runes, ogham, geomancy, the Yi King and other divinatory arts.
Astrology and numbers
Signs, planets, numerology and mirror hours.
The moon, the Wheel of the Year, dreams and angels
The phases of the moon, the Wheel of the Year, the dream dictionary, the 72 guardian angels and the archangels.
Incense, candles, sounds and dreams
Incense and resins, candle colours, bowls and sounds, dreamcatchers.
Major topics and practical guides
Lithotherapy, the history of tarot, real or fake stones, and the guides to help you get started.
Stones
One page per stone: what it is, its symbolism, its care and how to recognise it.
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Agate
Alexandrite
Almandine garnet
Amazonite
Amber
Amethyst
Ametrine
Ammolite
Andalusite (chiastolite)
Angel aura
Angelite
Apache Tear
Apatite
Apophyllite
Aqua aura
Aquamarine
AragoniteArizona Stone
Arizona Turquoise
Astrophyllite
Aura quartz
Auralite 23
Azurite
Azurite-malachite
Beryl
Bicolour tourmaline
Bismuth
Bixbite
Black agate
Black kyaniteBlack moonstone
Black obsidian
Black spinel
Black Tourmaline
Bloodstone
BloodstoneBlue Aventurine
Blue Calcite
Blue lace agate
Blue Larvikite
Blue opal
Blue quartzBlue Tiger's Eye
Blue Topaz
Bornite (peacock stone)
Botswana agate
Bronzite
Bull's eyeCappuccino jasper
Carborundum
Carnelian
Cathedral quartz
Cat’s Eye
Cavansite
Celestial eye obsidian
Celestite
Cerussite
Chalcedony
Chalcopyrite
Charoite
Chrysoberyl
Chrysocolla
Chrysoprase
Cinnabar
Citrine
Copper
Coral
Crazy lace agate
Cuprite
Dalmatian jasper
Danburite
Dendritic agate
Desert Rose
Diamond
Diopside
Dioptase
Dolomite
Dumortierite
Emerald
Epidote
Euclase
EudialyteFairy stone
Fire agate
Fluorite
Fuchsite
Fulgurite
Galena
Garden quartz (lodolite)
Garnet
Goethite
Golden Obsidian
Golden quartz
Golden Tiger's Eye
GoldstoneGreen agate
Green Aventurine
Green Calcite
Green kyanite
Green quartz
Green Tourmaline
Gypsum
Hackmanite
Hawk's eye
Heliodor
Hematite
Hematoid quartz
Hemimorphite
Herkimer Diamond
Hessonite
Hiddenite
Howlite
Idocrase
Indigolite
Iolite
Iron Tiger’s Eye
Jade
Jet
K2 jasper
Kambaba jasper
Kunzite
Kyanite
Labradorite
Lapis lazuli
Larimar
Larvikite
Lava stone
Lazulite
Lemon quartz
Leopard jasper
Lepidocrocite
Lepidolite
Madagascan Opal
Magnesite
Magnetite
Mahogany obsidian
Malachite
Mangano-calcite
Marcasite
Mentogochol Obsidian
Meteorite
Milky quartz
Moldavite
Molybdenite
Mookaite
Moonstone
Morganite
Moss agate
Mother-of-Pearl
Muscovite
Native sulphurNuummite
Ocean jasper
Ochre jasper
Onyx
Opal
Opaline
Optical Calcite
Orange Calcite
Orange kyanite
Orbicular jasper
Oregon Sunstone
Pearl
Peridot
Petalite
Petrified Wood
Phantom quartz
Phenakite
Picasso Jasper
Picture jasper
Pietersite
Pink Calcite
Pink opal
Pink Tourmaline
Polychrome Jasper
Prasiolite
Prehnite
Pyrite
Pyromorphite
Rainbow hematite
Red aventurine
Red Calcite
Red jasper
Red quartz
Red Tiger's Eye
Redstone
Rhodochrosite
Rhodolite
Rhodonite
Rhyolite jasper
Rock crystal
Rose quartz
Rubellite
Ruby
Ruby-Zoisite
Rutilated quartz
Sapphire
Sardonyx
Scolecite
Selenite
Septaria
Seraphinite
Serpentine
Shattuckite
Shiva lingam
Shungite
Silver Obsidian
Smithsonite
Smoky quartz
Snow quartz
Snowflake obsidian
Soapstone
Sodalite
Spessartine garnet
Sphalerite
Spinel
St Lucy’s Eye
Staurolite
Stibnite
Strawberry quartz
Stromatolite
Sugilite
Sunstone
Super Seven
Tanzanite
Thulite
Tiger's eyeTitanium quartz
Topaz
Tourmalinated quartz
Tsavorite garnet
Tugtupite
Turquoise
Ulexite
Unakite
Variscite
Vegetable ivory (tagua)
Verdite
Watermelon Tourmaline
Wavellite
White Calcite
Wulfenite
Yellow Calcite
Yellow jasperZebra jasper
Zincite
Zircon
Zoisite
Zodiac signs
The twelve signs and the stones that tradition associates with them.
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Self-confidenceThe stones tradition links to self-confidence, their symbolism, simple intention rituals, and the limits to keep in mind.
ProtectionThe stones tradition links to protection, what the word really covers, gentle intention rituals, and what a stone cannot do.
Love and relationshipsStones the tradition links to love and relationships (couples, friendship, family, self-love), with gentle rituals and the limits to keep in mind.
Luck and abundanceStones the tradition links to luck and abundance, simple rituals of gratitude and intention, and an honest reminder of what they do not guarantee.
CreativityStones the tradition links to creativity and inspiration, simple rituals to get back to work, and what a stone cannot do in your place.
Calm and serenityStones the tradition links to calm, relaxation and serenity, with breathing, evening and journal rituals, and a reminder of what a stone cannot replace.
Focus and studyStones traditionally linked to focus and study, with simple work routines, honesty about what they can and cannot do, and guidance on choosing them.
CourageStones traditionally linked to courage, what the word really covers, simple steps for taking a first step, and the help a stone cannot replace.
GroundingStones traditionally linked to grounding, to feeling present and steady, with simple rituals, five-senses exercises and limits to be aware of.
IntuitionStones traditionally linked to intuition, what the word means to psychologists, rituals for noting your impressions, and the limits of the practice.
CommunicationStones traditionally linked to communication and self-expression, with rituals for speaking and listening better, and the limits of a stone in a conversation.
New beginningsStones traditionally linked to new beginnings (moving, a break-up, a new job, bereavement), with threshold rituals, a transition journal and limits to keep in mind.
Wands (Batons)
Cups
Swords
Pentacles (Pentacles)
The Aces in the Tarot
The Twos in the Tarot
The Threes in the Tarot
The Fours in the Tarot
The Fives in the Tarot
The Sixes in the Tarot
The Sevens in the Tarot
The Eights in the Tarot
The Nines in the Tarot
The Tens in the Tarot
The Court Cards: Pages, Knights, Queens and Kings
The Ace of Wands
The Two of Wands
The Three of Wands
The Four of Wands
The Five of Wands
The Six of Wands
The Seven of Wands
Eight of Wands
Nine of Wands
Ten of Wands
Page of Wands
Knight of Wands
Queen of Wands
King of Wands
Ace of Cups
Two of Cups
Three of Cups
Four of Cups
Five of Cups
Six of Cups
Seven of Cups
The Eight of Cups
The Nine of Cups
The Ten of Cups
The Page of Cups
The Knight of Cups
The Queen of Cups
The King of Cups
Ace of Swords
Two of Swords
Three of Swords
Four of Swords
Five of Swords
Six of Swords
Seven of Swords
Eight of Swords
Nine of Swords
Ten of Swords
Page of Swords
Knight of Swords
Queen of Swords
King of Swords
Ace of Pentacles
Two of Pentacles
Three of Pentacles
Four of Pentacles
Five of Pentacles
Six of Pentacles
Seven of Pentacles
Eight of Pentacles
Nine of Pentacles
Ten of Pentacles
Page of Pentacles
Knight of Pentacles
Queen of Pentacles
King of Pentacles
Incense and resins
Frankincense, myrrh, copal, sage, wood: origins and safe uses.
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The Rider
The Clover
The Ship
The House
The Tree
The Clouds
The Snake
The Coffin
The Bouquet
The Scythe
The Whip
The Birds
The Child
The Fox
The Bear
The Stars
The Stork
The Dog
The Tower
The Garden
The Mountain
The Crossroads
The Mice
The Heart
The Ring
The Book
The Letter
The Man
The Woman
The Lily
The Sun
The Moon
The Key
The Fish
The Anchor
The Cross
Lenormand Oracle: History, Cards and Spreads
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Mirror times: how to read them
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Reversed Hour 02:20
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Life Path 1
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Life Path 5
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Life Path 11
Life Path 22
Life Path 33
Angel Number 111
Angel Number 222
Angel Number 333
Angel Number 444
Angel Number 555
Angel Number 777
Angel Number 888
Angel Number 999
Angel Number 1010
Angel Number 1111
Angel Number 1212
Numerology: Calculating Your Life Path
Expression Number 1
Expression Number 2
Expression Number 3
Expression Number 4
Expression Number 5
Expression Number 6
Expression Number 7
Expression Number 8
Expression Number 9
Inner Number 1
Inner Number 2
Inner Number 3
Inner Number 4
Inner Number 5
Inner Number 6
Inner Number 7
Intimate Number 8
Intimate Number 9
Personal Year 1
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Personal Year 3
Personal Year 4
Personal Year 5
Personal Year 6
Personal Year 7
Personal Year 8
Personal Year 9
Birth Day 1
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Day of Birth 25
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Day of Birth 28
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Day of Birth 30
Day of Birth 31
Karmic Number 13
Karmic Number 14
Karmic Number 16
Karmic Number 19
Angel Number 000
Angel Number 123
Angel Number 321
Angel Number 234
Angel Number 345
Angel Number 456
Angel Number 567
Angel Number 678
Angel Number 789
Angel Number 666
Angel Number 1313
Angel Number 1414
Angel Number 1515
Angel Number 1616
Angel Number 1717
Angel Number 1818
Angel Number 1919
Angel Number 2020
Angel Number 2121
Angel Number 2222
Repeated Digits: Triples and Quadruples
Ascending and Descending Digit Sequences
Palindrome Numbers and Mirror Numbers
Calculating Your Expression Number and Soul Number
The Sun in astrologyThe Sun is the centre of the birth chart: it gives the solar sign, the one used in newspaper horoscopes. Astronomical facts, myths, symbolism and the real scope of this reading.
The Moon in astrologyIn astrology, the Moon symbolises emotions, habits and the need for security. Astronomical facts, myths, lunar sign, its rhythm through the zodiac and the limits of this reading.
Mercury in astrologyMercury, the fastest body and the one closest to the Sun, symbolises communication and thought. The myth of Hermes, astronomical facts, apparent retrograde motion and the limits of this reading.
Venus in astrologyVenus, the brightest planet, symbolises attraction, values and harmony. The myth of Aphrodite and Ishtar, the 584-day cycle, the signs it rules and the limits of this reading.
Mars in astrologyMars, the red planet, symbolises energy, action, desire and self-assertion. The myth of Ares, astronomical facts, ruled signs, retrograde motion and the limits of this reading.
Jupiter in astrologyJupiter, the largest planet, symbolises expansion, optimism and the quest for meaning. The myth of Zeus, the twelve-year cycle, ruled signs, Jupiter's return and the limits of this reading.
Saturn in astrologySaturn, the ringed planet, symbolises time, structure and responsibility. The myth of Cronus, the 29-year cycle, Saturn's return, the signs it rules and the limits of this reading.
Uranus in astrologyUranus, discovered in 1781, symbolises rupture, originality and freedom. Found by Herschel, with an 84-year orbit, the sign of Aquarius, Uranus opposition and the limits of this reading.
Neptune in astrologyNeptune, discovered through calculation in 1846, symbolises dreams, intuition and illusion. The myth of Poseidon, a 165-year cycle, the sign of Pisces, astrological readings and limits.
Pluto in astrologyPluto, discovered in 1930 and reclassified as a dwarf planet in 2006, symbolises transformation and depth. The myth of Hades, a 248-year cycle, Scorpio and astrological reading, with its limits.
Fire signsAries, Leo and Sagittarius form the element of fire: momentum, enthusiasm, warmth. The Greek origin of the four elements, qualities, humours, planets, houses and the limits of this reading.
Earth signsTaurus, Virgo and Capricorn form the element of earth: the concrete, endurance, practical sense. The Greek origin of the four elements, qualities, humours, planets, houses and the limits of this reading.
Air signsGemini, Libra and Aquarius form the element of air: ideas, relationships, communication. The Greek origin of the four elements, qualities, humours, planets, houses and the limits of this reading.
Water signsCancer, Scorpio and Pisces form the element of water: emotions, memory, intuition. The Greek origin of the four elements, qualities, humours, planets, houses and the limits of this reading.
Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable SignsCardinal, fixed, mutable: the three modalities that sort the twelve signs by their place within the season. Table with elements, origin, squares, houses and limits.
The Twelve Astrological HousesThe houses divide the sky into twelve sectors starting from the eastern horizon. The meaning of each one, angular, succedent and cadent houses, systems (Placidus, whole sign), a simple way to read them and their limits.
Aspects: Conjunction, Opposition, Trine, SquareAn aspect is the angle between two heavenly bodies in a chart. The five major aspects, orb, step-by-step calculation, minor aspects, patterns and the limits of this reading.
The Ascendant: Calculation and MeaningThe ascendant is the sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the moment and place of birth. Principle of the calculation, pace (about one sign every two hours), symbolic meaning and limits.
Reading Your Natal Chart Step by StepA natal chart is a map of the sky at a given moment and place. The data to gather, how to read the wheel, an eight-step method, a fictional example, pitfalls (the Barnum effect) and the limits of this reading.Crystal shapes
Points, spheres, geodes, tumbled stones: choosing the right shape.
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Crystal pointsA crystal point is a quartz prism ending in a tip. Here is how it forms, how to choose one, how to care for it and how to tell it apart from a glass imitation.
Stone spheresA stone sphere is shaped from a block and then polished. Materials, sizes, weight, care and pitfalls to avoid (glass, lead crystal): everything you need to choose without mistakes.
Eggs, hearts and carved stonesEggs, hearts, turtles, moons or hands: carved stones are shaped on a grinding wheel. Materials, uses, care and the differences between hand-cut and moulded pieces.
Geodes: formation and choiceA geode is a cavity in rock lined with crystals. How it forms, where the finest ones come from, how to care for it and how to spot a dyed geode.
Druses and crystal clustersDruse, cluster, cathedral: these words all describe grouped crystals. Differences, formation, care and tips for choosing a fine cluster without surprises.
Tumbled stonesA tumbled stone is polished in a drum for weeks. How it is made, which materials to choose, what to do with it and how to spot dyed stones.
Raw stonesA raw stone has been neither cut nor polished. How to recognise one, which precautions to take (dust, toxicity) and how to choose and care for your pieces.
Stone treesA stone tree is a small sculpture made of metal wire and stone chips. How it is made, the symbolism of the tree of life, how to care for it and the pitfalls to know.
Pyramids and obelisksPyramids and obelisks in quartz, selenite or other stone: where these shapes come from, what science says about “pyramid power”, how to care for them and how to choose one.
Orgonite: a decorative object, what we knowOrgonite is a blend of resin, metal shavings and crystals. Its origins (Wilhelm Reich), the state of current knowledge, and advice on buying it as a decorative object.
Pocket stonesA pocket stone is a smooth pebble kept on your person. The origins of the practice, durable materials, what is known about comfort, and how to choose one.
Malas and prayer beadsThe mala is a string of 108 beads used in India and Buddhism to count mantras. Its origins, materials, respectful use and care.
Stone bracelets: size, material, wristHow to measure your wrist, choose between elastic and clasp, count the beads and care for a stone bracelet, with simple reference points.
Stone necklaces: length and claspsChoker, princess, matinée, opera, rope: necklace lengths in centimetres, the main clasp and fastening types, and how to care for a stone necklace.
Stone pendants: choosing the settingA stone pendant is judged by its setting and its chain. Types of setting (prong, bezel, wire wrap), suitable chains and care according to the stone's hardness.
Stone rings: sizes and careHow to measure your finger, read a ring size, choose a stone hard enough for a ring and care for it. Practical tips and French size reference points.
Stone earringsStuds, hoops, drops: how to choose lightweight, comfortable stone earrings, understand the European nickel rules and look after them well.
Silver 925, steel, brass: jewellery metalsSilver 925, 316L stainless steel, brass, gold plate and vermeil: composition, advantages, limits, tarnishing, nickel and allergies, to help you choose the setting of a piece of jewellery.
Caring for stone jewelleryWater, soap, sunlight, perfume, ultrasonic cleaners: what each stone can or cannot take. A simple cleaning method, storage tips and habits to avoid, to make your jewellery last.
Cultured pearls and stone beadsNatural pearl, cultured pearl, stone bead, nacre-coated glass bead: what each term means, how to tell them apart, and how to wear and care for them.
Tibetan bowls: origin and makingWhere do Tibetan bowls come from? What we know of their history, their hammered or cast making, their bronze alloy and the legend of the seven metals.
Crystal or metal bowl?Bronze singing bowl or fused quartz bowl: how they are made, their sound, notes, care, fragility and uses. Compare them to choose according to your budget and practice.
Tingshas and cymbals: usesTingshas are small Tibetan cymbals joined by a leather cord. Their ritual origins, how to play them, modern uses, care and tips for choosing.
Sound and meditation: what we knowSinging bowls, sound and relaxation: what the studies show (often small, sometimes biased), what they do not prove, and how to practice with care.
Choosing accessories: mallet, cushion, standA good bowl deserves a good mallet, cushion or stand. Mallet types (wood, suede, rubber), cushions, sizes and care: everything you need to equip your bowl properly.
Dreamcatcher: Ojibwe origin and cultural respectThe dreamcatcher originated with the Ojibwe (Anishinaabe). Its name, its legend, its spread in the 1960s and 70s, the debates about appropriation, and how to appreciate it with respect.
Dreamcatcher: materials, feathers, beads and coloursWillow or metal hoop, thread, leather, feathers, beads and stones: what a dreamcatcher is made of, what the law says about feathers, and what its colours do or do not mean.
Where to hang a dreamcatcher and how to care for itOn the wall, at the window or near the bed: where to place a dreamcatcher safely, at what height, how to dust it, protect it from damp and repair it.
Making a dreamcatcher step by stepA clear tutorial for weaving a 12 cm dreamcatcher: materials, preparing the hoop, an eight-point web, beads, substitute feathers and respectful practice.Major topics
Lithotherapy, the history of tarot, real or fake stones, divination.
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Lithotherapy: What We Believe, What We KnowLithotherapy credits stones with effects on the body or the mind. Here is the history of the idea, what studies say, and how to use stones without illusions.
Real or Fake Stone? Dyes, Reconstitutions and ImitationsNatural, heated, dyed, reconstituted, glass or plastic: the vocabulary, the common traps and simple, safe tests to know exactly what you are buying.
Marseille or Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot: Which to Choose?Two major families of tarot, two ways of reading the images. The concrete differences (cards, numbering, illustrations) and simple criteria for choosing your first deck.
History of the Tarot: From Italian Cards to DivinationThe tarot began as an Italian card game in the 15th century. Dates, people and legends: how it became a tool for divination, and what we really know.
Frightening Tarot Cards: What They Really SayDeath, the Devil, the Tower, the Hanged Man: striking images, but never announcements of misfortune. Their history, their traditional meaning, and how to read them without fear.
The Dream Catcher: Ojibwe Origin, Materials and MeaningThe dream catcher was born among the Ojibwe, who call it asabikeshiinh, the “little spider”. Its origin, its legend, how it evolved, and a respectful way of appreciating it.
The Tree of Life: a symbol across many culturesGenesis, Mesopotamia, Kabbalah, Yggdrasil, the Bodhi tree, the Maya: the tree of life is not one single symbol but a family of images. Origins, differences and modern uses.
Flower of Life and sacred geometry: symbols and historyA pattern of overlapping circles, seen at Abydos, in Assyria or in Leonardo da Vinci’s notebooks. What is known, what is disputed, and how to draw one yourself.
Which stone to give? Gift ideas by occasionBirth, birthday, love, exams, a new home: stone ideas to give, chosen for their traditional symbolism, their hardness and their shape.
The crystal ball and crystallomancyGazing into a sphere to see images: the history of this practice, from Rome to John Dee, psychological explanations, and how to choose glass, quartz or crystal.
Pendulum and radiesthesia: history and limitsDoes the pendulum really answer questions? The history of radiesthesia, the ideomotor effect as an explanation, the results of tests, and an honest use as a tool for reflection.
Chakras: Indian origins and the Western readingChakra means “wheel” in Sanskrit. From medieval Tantric texts to the rainbow of the 1970s: what chakras were in India, and what they have become in the West.
Astrology: History, Basics and LimitsBorn in Mesopotamia and systematised in the Hellenistic era, astrology is a symbolic language with no scientific validation. History, zodiac, precession, tests.
History of Divination: Cards, Runes, Pendulum, OraclesFrom Babylon to Delphi, from Shang China to playing cards: the great divination practices, their history, what they have offered, and what science says about them.Stones for…
A symbolic selection for every occasion: travel, exams, home, couple, gift.
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Stones for better sleep (evening calm)The stones tradition associates with evening calm, a ten-minute ritual, practical precautions, and what we really know about sleep.
Stones for back-to-school nervesStones that tradition associates with calm and confidence for the new term or the return to work, with concrete gestures and no promises.
Stones for examsThe stones tradition links with concentration and calm before an exam, with simple rituals and revision methods that have actually been tested.
Stones for travelThe stones tradition associates with travellers, how to take them without damaging them, and the rules to know so you do not bring back anything prohibited.
Stones for the homeHow to place stones at home, room by room, with traditional symbolism, precautions (humidity, sunlight, children) and décor ideas.
Stones for couplesThe stones tradition associates with love and partnership, ideas for shared gestures, honest limits, and help numbers in case of violence.
Stones to accompany grief, gentlyA simple page on the stones some people choose during grief: memory objects, keepsake jewellery, simple gestures, and where to find help.
Stones to accompany a breakupThe stones tradition associates with separations, rituals of passage, gestures of self-care, and help numbers in case of distress or violence.
Stones for highly sensitive peopleStones that tradition associates with calm for sensitive people, how to use one as an anchor, and what psychology says about high sensitivity.
Stones for childrenHow to introduce stones to children safely: ages, sizes, stones to avoid, discovery activities and calm rituals, without any promises.
Stones for animalsWhy we advise against giving stones to animals, the real risks (swallowing, water, aquariums), and safe ideas for decorating or keeping a memory.
Stones for the officeStones that tradition associates with focus at work, rituals for the start and end of the day, and what we know about breaks, ergonomics and radiation.
Stones for a moveHow to pack and transport your stones without damaging them, which stones tradition associates with new beginnings, and a simple ritual for settling into your home.
Stones for New YearA simple New Year ritual with a stone: reviewing the year, realistic intentions, 1 January traditions and stones often associated with new beginnings.
Stones for a birth (gift)What to give as a stone for a birth: ideas for the parents, birthstones, and why baby jewellery should be avoided, for safety’s sake.
Stones for a weddingStones for engagement rings and wedding bands, the symbolism of marriage, hardness to know before buying, and ideas for decor and guest gifts, with no promises about love.
Stones for a job interviewThe stones that tradition links with confidence before an interview, simple calming gestures, discreet jewellery and, above all, the preparation that really makes the difference.
Stones for artists and creativityThe stones that tradition links with creativity, their real place in the history of art (pigments, sculpture), studio rituals and drawing exercises.
Stones for meditationHow to use a stone as a point of focus in meditation, which stones tradition links with contemplation, what research says, and how to get started.
Stones for yogaHow to combine stones with a yoga practice: correspondences with the chakras (modern tradition), safe use on the mat, jewellery to remove, and what yoga really is.
Stones for the gardenWhich stones stand up to rain, frost and sun in the garden, which ones to bring indoors, the inspiration of Japanese gardens, and ideas for decoration and keepsakes.
Stones for athletesThe stones that tradition links with energy and perseverance, pre-competition rituals, safety rules on the field, and what really helps recovery.
Stones for the car and the roadCan you keep a stone in your car? The safety rules to know (sun, airbags, hanging objects) and the real habits that protect you on the road.
Stones for the kitchenWhich stones tradition links to the warmth of the hearth, where to place them safely in a kitchen, and why no decorative stone should ever touch food.
Stones for the bedroomChoosing and placing stones in a bedroom: those tradition considers gentle, those it advises against, and the safety rules for the bed and the bedside table.
Stones for the living roomArranging stones in a living room: geodes, spheres, bowls of pebbles. What tradition associates with the room where we gather, how to place them, and how to avoid sunlight, knocks and dust.
Stones for teamworkStones that tradition associates with speech, cooperation and clarity, for a shared workplace: how to offer them tactfully, and what research says about teams.
Stones for regaining confidenceAfter a setback, a change or a difficult period: the stones that tradition associates with confidence, a simple anchor object, and what psychology says about self-confidence.
Stones for the new school yearA page for those starting the school year: pupils, students, parents and teachers. Stones associated with study, an organising ritual, safety and limits.
Stones for a birthday giftGiving a stone for a birthday: birthstone, zodiac stone or intention stone, size, metals, wrapping and precautions so the gift really pleases.
Stones for retirementStones that tradition associates with life's transitions and journeys, a ritual to mark retirement, gift ideas and a few safety guidelines.
Stones for daily gratitudeA gratitude ritual with stones: a pocket pebble, a jar of stones, an evening journal. What research has observed, its limits, and the stones of tradition.
Stones for patiencePatience can be practised: stones that tradition links to the long term, a stone to hold in your hand, breathing exercises and tips for moments of irritation.
Stones for writingWhen stones meet writing: ink stones, the Rosetta Stone, lapis lazuli pigment, free-writing rituals and stones that tradition links with inspiration.
Stones for readingSetting up a reading corner with stones: stones of imagination and concentration, bookends, lighting, and precautions for books and for your eyes.
Stones for air travellersTaking a stone on a plane: what is allowed in the cabin, what is better left behind, customs traps, and a few calming gestures for anyone who dislikes flying.
Stones for summerSummer and its stones: those tradition links with light and water, and above all how to protect your stones from sun, sand, chlorine, sunscreen and the rules on beach pebbles.
Stones for winterThe stones tradition links with warmth and light in winter, a solstice ritual, and precautions to take with cold, frost and heating.
Stones for the festive seasonGiving and decorating with stones for Christmas and New Year's Eve: stones in festive colours, a mineral Advent calendar, crystal or glass, safety and returns.
Stones for Valentine's DayWhere Valentine's Day comes from, which stones tradition links to love, how to choose a gift without pressure or surprises, and who else to celebrate with besides a partner.Care and safety
Cleansing, recharging, what each stone fears, toxic stones, the Mohs scale.
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Cleansing a stone in water: when and howCleaning a stone with water without damaging it: which stones tolerate water, which fear it, the gentle method, common mistakes, and the symbolism of purification.
Cleansing a stone with smokeSmoke cleansing of stones: what it is, where white sage comes from, why it raises questions, which plants can replace it, and how to do it safely for the air and for the stones.
Cleansing a stone with salt: the risksSalt is widely cited for cleansing stones, yet it damages many of them. What chemistry says, which stones to avoid, and how to keep the gesture without risk.
Cleansing a stone in moonlightLeaving your stones in the glow of the moon is the gentlest method, since moonlight is very faint. What astronomy says, how to do it safely, and what we know about sleep.
Recharging a stone in sunlight: which ones tolerate itPlacing a stone in the sun to “recharge” it is common, but sunlight damages many stones. Which ones tolerate it, which fade, and the fire risk posed by spheres.
Programming a stone: a symbolic practiceProgramming a stone means linking it to a specific intention. What tradition says, what psychology takes from it, a six-step method, and the limits to be aware of.
Cleansing chart by stoneA chart for 30 common stones: what each material can withstand (water, sunlight, salt) and the cleansing methods that are safe for it.
Stones that fear waterSelenite, turquoise, pyrite, howlite, amber... the stones that water damages, why, and how to clean and cleanse them without getting them wet.
Stones that fear the sunAmethyst, kunzite, rose quartz, turquoise, amber, opal... the stones that fade or crack in the sun, and how to display them without damage.
Stones that fear salt and productsSalt, acids, perfumes, alcohol and household cleaners damage many stones. Which ones, why, and simple gestures to protect them.
Toxic stones and minerals: precautionsSome minerals contain copper, lead, arsenic or asbestos fibres. Where the real risk lies (dust, swallowing, water) and simple precautions to take.
The Mohs scale explainedThe Mohs scale ranks minerals from 1 to 10 by their resistance to scratching. How to read it, its limits, and what it means for your jewellery.
Crystal elixirs: why we advise against themSoaking stones in water you drink has no demonstrated effect and carries real risks: metals, acid, bacteria. Here is why, and the alternatives.
Cleaning stone jewelleryHow to clean a stone bracelet, ring or pendant without damaging it: the basic method, stones that dislike water, ultrasonic cleaners to avoid, and silver.
Storing and displaying your stone collectionHow to store, display and label your stones so that they do not scratch, do not fade and pose no danger: sorting by hardness, light, humidity, shelves.
Travelling with your stones: flights, customs, precautionsCarrying your stones by car, train or plane: packing, cabin or hold luggage, pointed objects, liquids, customs rules, and corals and fossils you should not bring back.
The 72 guardian angels
The calendar of the 72 angels in the Kabbalistic tradition, the choirs and how to work out your angel.
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Vehuiah (angel 1)
Jeliel (angel 2)
Sitael (angel 3)
Elemiah (angel 4)
Mahasiah (angel 5)
Lelahel (angel 6)
Achaiah (angel 7)
Cahethel (angel 8)
Haziel (Angel No. 9)
Aladiah (Angel No. 10)
Laoviah (Angel No. 11)
Hahaiah (Angel No. 12)
Yezalel (Angel No. 13)
Mebahel (Angel No. 14)
Hariel (Angel No. 15)
Hekamiah (Angel No. 16)
Lauviah (angel no. 17)
Caliel (angel no. 18)
Leuviah (angel no. 19)
Pahaliah (angel no. 20)
Nelchael (angel no. 21)
Yeiayel (angel no. 22)
Melahel (angel no. 23)
Haheuiah (Angel No. 24)
Nith-Haiah (Angel No. 25)
Haaiah (Angel No. 26)
Yerathel (Angel No. 27)
Seheiah (Angel No. 28)
Reyel (Angel No. 29)
Omael (Angel No. 30)
Lecabel (Angel No. 31)
Vasiariah (angel no. 32)
Yehuiah (angel no. 33)
Lehahiah (angel no. 34)
Chavakiah (angel no. 35)
Menadel (angel no. 36)
Aniel (angel no. 37)
Haamiah (angel no. 38)
Rehael (angel no. 39)
Yeiazel (Angel No. 40)
Hahahel (Angel No. 41)
Mikael (Angel No. 42)
Veuliah (Angel No. 43)
Yelahiah (Angel No. 44)
Sealiah (Angel No. 45)
Ariel (Angel No. 46)
Asaliah (angel no. 47)
Mihael (angel no. 48)
Vehuel (angel no. 49)
Daniel (angel no. 50)
Hahasiah (angel no. 51)
Imamiah (angel no. 52)
Nanael (angel no. 53)
Nithael (angel no. 54)
Mebahiah (Angel No. 55)
Poyel (Angel No. 56)
Nemamiah (Angel No. 57)
Yeialel (Angel No. 58)
Harahel (Angel No. 59)
Mitzrael (Angel No. 60)
Umabel (Angel No. 61)
Iah-Hel (Angel No. 62)
Anauel (angel no. 63)
Mehiel (angel no. 64)
Damabiah (angel no. 65)
Manakel (angel no. 66)
Eyael (angel no. 67)
Habuhiah (angel no. 68)
Rochel (angel no. 69)
Jabamiah (angel no. 70)
Haiaiel (angel no. 71)
Mumiah (angel no. 72)
Choir of Seraphim
Choir of Cherubim
Choir of Thrones
Choir of Dominions
Choir of Virtues
Choir of Powers
Choir of Principalities
Choir of Archangels
Choir of Angels
The 72 angels: origins, tradition and calculating your angel
Calculating your guardian angel from your date of birthPlaying cards
Cartomancy with a 32-card deck: the traditional meaning of each card.
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Ace of Hearts
King of Hearts
Queen of Hearts
Page of Hearts
Ten of Hearts
Nine of Hearts
Eight of Hearts
Seven of Hearts
Ace of Diamonds
King of Diamonds
Queen of Diamonds
Page of Diamonds
Ten of Diamonds
Nine of Diamonds
Eight of Diamonds
Seven of Diamonds
Ace of Clubs
King of Clubs
Queen of Clubs
Page of Clubs
Ten of Clubs
Nine of Clubs
Eight of Clubs
Seven of Clubs
Ace of Spades
King of Spades
Queen of Spades
Page of Spades
Ten of Spades
Nine of Spades
Eight of Spades
Seven of Spades
Cartomancy with a 32-card deck: history and method
A simple reading with a 32-card deck
Hearts in cartomancy
Diamonds in cartomancy
Clubs in cartomancy
Spades in cartomancyOgham
The ancient Irish alphabet and its trees: 20 letters, history and modern uses.
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Geomancy: PopulusPopulus, “the people”: the figure of eight points, passive and neutral, that speaks of the group, the crowd and what endures. Traditional meanings, correspondences and practice.
Geomancy: ViaVia, “the way”: four single points in a column, the figure of the road, the journey and change. Traditional meanings, attributions, houses and practice.
Geomancy: AlbusAlbus, “the white”: the figure of peace, cautious wisdom and clarity, but also of fragility. Traditional meanings, Mercury, houses and combinations.
Geomancy: ConiunctioConiunctio, “the conjunction”: two points at the ends, two single lines at the centre. A figure of encounter, of bonds and of the return of what was lost.
Geomancy: PuellaPuella, “the girl”: a feminine, gentle and receptive figure, linked to Venus and Libra. Traditional meanings, nuances, houses, combinations and an exercise.
Geomancy: AmissioAmissio, “the loss”: what slips through one's fingers, what one spends or leaves behind. A figure that looks difficult, linked to Venus and Taurus.
Geomancy: Fortuna MajorFortuna Major, “the great fortune”: the figure of slow but solid success, of outside support and protection. Meaning, the Sun and Leo, houses and combinations.
Geomancy: Fortuna MinorFortuna Minor, “the small fortune”: a quick chance, a helping hand that passes. A mobile figure of the Sun and Leo, with its nuances, its houses and an exercise.
Geomancy: PuerPuer, “the boy”: a figure of Mars and Aries, impulsive and combative. Traditional meanings, nuances, houses, combinations and an exercise for taming drive.
Geomancy: RubeusRubeus, “the red”: the figure of Mars and Scorpio, associated with passion, anger and excess. Traditional meanings, nuances, houses, combinations and an exercise.
Geomancy: AcquisitioAcquisitio, “gain”: the receiving hand, a figure of Jupiter and Sagittarius. Traditional meanings, divergences over signs, houses, combinations and an exercise.
Geomancy: LaetitiaLaetitia, “joy”: one point at the top, double lines beneath, like an arrow pointing to the sky. A figure of Jupiter and Pisces, with its nuances.
Geomancy: CarcerCarcer, “the prison”: two double points enclosed between two single points. A figure of Saturn and Capricorn: limit and delay, but also shelter. Meaning, houses, exercise.
Geomancy: TristitiaTristitia, “sadness”: three double lines and a single point at the bottom, like a point sinking downward. A figure of Saturn and Aquarius: grief, depth, foundations.
Geomancy: Cauda DraconisCauda Draconis, the dragon's tail, is a geomantic figure linked to the Moon's south node: exit, ending, letting go. Form, traditional meanings, divergences and reading.
Geomancy: Caput DraconisCaput Draconis, the dragon's head, is a geomantic figure linked to the Moon's north node: threshold, entry, beginning. Form, traditional meanings, divergences and reading.
Geomancy: history and methodGeomancy draws 16 figures from random dots. Born in the Arab world (ʿilm al-raml), it reached Europe in the 12th century and is read across 12 houses. History and method.
Other forms of divination
Palmistry, tasseography, bibliomancy, Belline's oracle and other practices.
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Palmistry: reading the lines of the handPalmistry reads the shape of the hand, its lines and its mounts. Indian and European origins, 19th-century authors, the scientific view, and how to practise without overdoing it.
The main lines of the handThe life, head, heart and fate lines, the mounts and the secondary lines in traditional palmistry. Position, symbolism and warnings, with no prediction.
Tasseography: coffee grounds and tea leavesTasseography reads the shapes left by coffee grounds or tea leaves at the bottom of a cup. History, a simple method, the role of imagination, and precautions.
Bibliomancy: consulting a bookBibliomancy means opening a book at random and reading a passage as an answer. From the Sortes Virgilianae to Hafez: history, a simple method and warnings.
History of CartomancyPlaying cards reached Europe around 1370, the tarot emerged as a game in 1440, and cartomancy appeared in the 18th century. Etteilla, Court de Gébelin, Lenormand: sourced landmarks.
The Belline Oracle: History and UseThe Belline oracle is a French 53-card deck published in 1960–1961. Its history, the disputed attribution to “Mage Edmond”, its images, and how to approach it with perspective.
Angel Oracles: What to ExpectAngel oracles are modern card decks with benevolent messages, born in the late 1990s. What they contain, their limits, the view of religions, and how to choose one.
Astragalomancy: The KnucklebonesAstragalomancy reads the results of knucklebones thrown like dice. Greek oracles, inscriptions from Asia Minor, Tibetan and African traditions, and a modern version without bones.
Scapulomancy: Oracle BonesScapulomancy reads the cracks of a heated shoulder blade. Shang oracle bones, the earliest Chinese texts, practices of other peoples, and what can be retained today.
Dreams and Their Symbolism: An IntroductionFrom ancient dream books to Freud, Jung and neuroscience: a history of dream interpretation, what we know about sleep, and how to keep a dream journal without a fixed dictionary.
Mirrors and Crystal Balls in HistoryWater mirrors, bowls, beryl, John Dee's obsidian mirror, crystal balls: a history of divinatory gazing (scrying) and current explanations.
Rhabdomancy: Divining Rods and DowsersRhabdomancy seeks water, metals or answers with a rod or forked branch. History, vocabulary (dowser, radiesthesia), the ideomotor effect and the results of controlled tests.Recognising real stones
Turquoise, amber, lapis, pearl: telling the natural, the treated and the imitation apart.
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Recognising Real Turquoise
Recognising Real Lapis Lazuli
Recognising Real Amber
Recognising Real Citrine
Recognising Real Jade
Recognising Real Opal
Recognising Real Coral
Recognising a real pearl
Recognising a real amethyst
Recognising a dyed agate
Recognising real rose quartz
Recognising real rock crystal
Recognising real obsidian
Recognising real malachite
Turquoise or dyed howlite
Rock crystal or glass
Tiger's eye, hawk's eye and bull's eye
Moonstone, labradorite or adularia
Jade: nephrite, jadeite or serpentine
Amber, copal or plastic
Natural, doublet or synthetic opal
Cultured pearl or imitation
Natural or heated citrine
Rose quartz or rose glass
Treated stones: how to read a label
Buying stones online safelyDream dictionary
One page per dream symbol: several readings and questions to reflect on.
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Water
Sea and ocean
River
Rain
Flood
Fire and blaze
Earthquake
Storm and thunder
Snow
Sun
Moon
Stars
Rainbow
Mountain
Forest
Tree
Flowers
Garden
Falling
Flying
Being chased
Drowning
Exam
Nudity
Teeth
Hair
Hands
Eyes
Blood
Birth
Pregnancy
Baby
Wedding
Death
The Departed
Ghost
House
Staircase
Door
Key
Window
Mirror
Car
Train
Aeroplane
Boat
Road
Bridge
Lift
School
Work
Money
Gold
Jewellery
Ring
Telephone
Being Late
Losing an Object
Suitcase
Clothes
Shoes
Knife
Weapon
War
Prison
Hospital
Doctor
Church
Cemetery
Snake
Dog
Cat
Horse
Bird
Butterfly
Spider
Insects
Wolf
Lion
Bear
Fish
Dolphin and whale
Dragon
Mouse and rat
Rabbit
Former Lover
Child
Mother
Father
Stranger
Celebrity
The colour red
The colour white
The colour black
Food
Bread
Fruit
Egg
Wine
Gift
Bell and Music
Numbers
Remembering Your Dreams
Keeping a Dream Journal
Lucid Dreams
Nightmares and Night Terrors
Recurring Dreams
Prophetic dreams: what science says
History of dream interpretation
Freud and Jung on dreams
Dreams and sleep
How to use a dream dictionaryThe Wheel of the Year
The eight festivals, the named full moons and simple rituals.
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The Wheel of the Year: introduction
Samhain: festival, history and symbolism
Yule: festival, history and symbolism
Imbolc: festival, history and symbolism
Ostara: festival, history and symbolism
Beltane: festival, history and symbolism
Litha: festival, history and symbolism
Lughnasadh: festival, history and symbolism
Mabon: festival, history and symbolism
Samhain: a simple ritual at home
Yule: a simple ritual at home
Imbolc: a simple ritual at home
Ostara: a simple ritual at home
Beltane: a simple ritual at home
Litha: a simple ritual at home
Lughnasadh: a simple ritual at home
Mabon: a simple ritual at home
Wolf Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Snow Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Worm Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Pink Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Flower Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Strawberry Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Buck Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Sturgeon Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Harvest Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Hunter's Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Beaver Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Cold Moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Blue moon: origin of the name and symbolism
Solstices and equinoxes: the astronomy
History of Wicca and neopaganism
Celtic festivals and Christian festivals
Creating a seasonal altarIn-depth astrology
Moon sign, rising sign, houses, retrogrades, eclipses and the moon in each sign.
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Moon sign: introduction
Moon in Aries
Moon in Taurus
Moon in Gemini
Moon in Cancer
Moon in Leo
Moon in Virgo
Moon in Libra
Moon in Scorpio
Moon in Sagittarius
Moon in Capricorn
Moon in Aquarius
Moon in Pisces
The ascendant: introduction
Aries Rising
Taurus Rising
Gemini Rising
Cancer Rising
Leo Rising
Virgo Rising
Libra Ascendant
Scorpio Ascendant
Sagittarius Ascendant
Capricorn Ascendant
Aquarius Ascendant
Pisces Ascendant
The Twelve Houses: Introduction
House 1: Identity
House 2: Resources
House 3: Communication
House 4: Home
House 5: Creativity
House 6: Daily Life
House 7: Relationships
House 8: Transformations
House 9: Horizons
House 10: Vocation
House 11: Friendships
House 12: The Unconscious
Retrogrades: An Introduction
Retrograde Mercury
Retrograde Venus
Retrograde Mars
Retrograde Jupiter
Retrograde Saturn
Retrograde Uranus, Neptune and Pluto
Solar eclipse: astronomy and symbolism
Lunar eclipse: astronomy and symbolism
Eclipses and the nodal axis
The lunar nodes
Lilith, the Black Moon
Chiron, the wound and the healer
The Part of Fortune
Full Moon in Aries
Full Moon in Taurus
Full Moon in Gemini
Full Moon in Cancer
Full Moon in Leo
Full Moon in Virgo
Full Moon in Libra
Full Moon in Scorpio
Full Moon in Sagittarius
Full Moon in Capricorn
Full Moon in Aquarius
Full Moon in Pisces
New Moon in Aries
New Moon in Taurus
New Moon in Gemini
New Moon in Cancer
New Moon in Leo
New Moon in Virgo
New Moon in Libra
New Moon in Scorpio
New Moon in Sagittarius
New Moon in Capricorn
New Moon in Aquarius
New Moon in PiscesChoosing your deck
Tarot, oracle, Lenormand: how to choose, care for and store your cards.
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Which tarot to start with
Choosing a Marseille tarot
Rider-Waite-Smith: which edition
Tarot or oracle: which to choose
Angel oracles
Fairy and nature oracles
Animal oracles
Which Lenormand deck to choose
Themed tarots: nature, myths, cats
Giving a tarot deck
Travel card decks
Cards in French or English
Caring for and storing your cards
Should you purify your cards
Choosing a sleeve for your cards
Building your deck collection
Ring size guide
Measuring your neck for a necklace
Measuring your ankle
Gemstone jewellery for men
Gemstone jewellery for children: safety first
Left or right hand: where to wear your bracelet
Wearing your jewellery: bath, sport, sleep
Gold-plated, 925 silver, brass, steel: jewellery metals
Nickel Allergy and Jewellery
Caring for Gemstone Jewellery
Storing Your Jewellery
Giving a Stone: Questions to Ask
Choosing a Crystal Ball
Raw or Polished Stone
Choosing a Dreamcatcher
Choosing Incense
Gift Ideas: A Birth
Gift Ideas: A Wedding
Gift Ideas: A Birthday
Gift Ideas: Mother's Day
Gift Ideas: Christmas
Gift Ideas: Valentine's Day
Gift Ideas: Retirement
Gift ideas: housewarming
Gift ideas: a diploma
Gift ideas: for a beginner
Gift ideas: for a tarot enthusiast
Gift ideas: for a meditator
Gift ideas on a small budget
Personalised gift: birthstoneMineralogy for beginners
Crystal systems, luster, hardness, rocks, origin and ethics.
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The cubic system
The tetragonal system
The hexagonal system
The trigonal system
The orthorhombic system
The monoclinic system
The triclinic system
What is a mineral
Mineral or rock
Luster of minerals
Cleavage and fracture
Density of a stone
Streak of a mineral
Transparency and translucency
Inclusions
Colour and pleochroism
Luminescence
Igneous rocks
Sedimentary rocks
Metamorphic rocks
Geodes and druses
Pegmatites
Responsible stone extraction
Traceability and origin
Stones and the environment
Labels and certificates: what are they worth
White sage
Common sage
Lavender
Rosemary
Mugwort
Thyme
Mint
Chamomile
Verbena
Rose
Bay laurel
Cedar
Juniper
Eucalyptus
Palo santo
Soy wax
Beeswax
Rapeseed wax
Paraffin
Candle wicks
Incense charcoal
Incense burners and bowls
Fire safety and rituals
Essential oils: caution
Drying and storing your herbs
Toxic herbs not to burnChinese astrology
The twelve animals, the five elements and how to work out your sign.
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Chinese astrology: introduction
Calculating your Chinese sign and the Chinese New Year
Chinese sign: Rat
Chinese sign: Ox
Chinese sign: Tiger
Chinese sign: Rabbit
Chinese sign: Dragon
Chinese zodiac: Snake
Chinese zodiac: Horse
Chinese zodiac: Goat
Chinese zodiac: Monkey
Chinese zodiac: Rooster
Chinese zodiac: Dog
Chinese zodiac: Pig
Chinese element: Wood
Chinese element: Fire
Chinese element: Earth
Chinese element: Metal
Chinese element: WaterSymbol dictionary
Nazar evil eye, tree of life, triskelion, lotus: origins and meanings.
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Nazar Eye
Hand of Fatma (Hamsa)
Tree of Life
Triskele
Triquetra
Ankh Cross
Lotus
Mandala
Flower of Life
Metatron's Cube
Yin and yang
Om
Pentagram
Eye of Horus
Scarab
Phoenix
Dragon
Unicorn
Dove
Ouroboros
Horn of Plenty
Horseshoe
Four-Leaf Clover
Spiral
Labyrinth
Crescent Moon
Sun and Rays
Five-Pointed Star
Symbolic Key
Celtic Knot
The 64 hexagrams
Each Yi King hexagram: its composition, image, lines and questions for reflection.
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Hexagram 1: Qian, The Creative
Hexagram 2: Kun, The Receptive
Hexagram 3: Zhun, Difficulty at the Beginning
Hexagram 4: Meng, Youthful Folly
Hexagram 5: Xu, Waiting
Hexagram 6: Song, Conflict
Hexagram 7: Shi, The Army
Hexagram 8: Bi, Holding Together
Hexagram 9: Xiao Chu, the Lesser Taming
Hexagram 10: Lü, Treading
Hexagram 11: Tai, Peace
Hexagram 12: Pi, Stagnation
Hexagram 13: Tong Ren, Fellowship
Hexagram 14: Da You, Possession of Great Things
Hexagram 15: Qian, Humility
Hexagram 16: Yu, Enthusiasm
Hexagram 17: Sui, Following
Hexagram 18: Gu, Work on What Has Been Spoiled
Hexagram 19: Lin, Approach
Hexagram 20: Guan, Contemplation
Hexagram 21: Shi He, Biting Through
Hexagram 22: Bi, Grace
Hexagram 23: Bo, Splitting Apart
Hexagram 24: Fu, Return
Hexagram 25: Wu Wang, Innocence
Hexagram 26: Da Chu, The Taming Power of the Great
Hexagram 27: Yi (Nourishing), The Corners of the Mouth
Hexagram 28: Da Guo, Preponderance of the Great
Hexagram 29: Kan, The Abysmal
Hexagram 30: Li, The Clinging, Fire
Hexagram 31: Xian, Influence
Hexagram 32: Heng, Duration
Hexagram 33: Dun, Retreat
Hexagram 34: Da Zhuang, Power of the Great
Hexagram 35: Jin, Progress
Hexagram 36: Ming Yi, Darkening of the Light
Hexagram 37: Jia Ren, The Family
Hexagram 38: Kui, Opposition
Hexagram 39: Jian (Obstruction)
Hexagram 40: Xie, Deliverance
Hexagram 41: Sun, Decrease
Hexagram 42: Yi (increase), Increase
Hexagram 43: Guai, Breakthrough
Hexagram 44: Gou, Coming to Meet
Hexagram 45: Cui, The Gathering
Hexagram 46: Sheng, Pushing Upward
Hexagram 47: Kun, Oppression
Hexagram 48: Jing, The Well
Hexagram 49: Ge, Revolution
Hexagram 50: Ding, The Cauldron
Hexagram 51: Zhen, The Arousing
Hexagram 52: Gen, Keeping Still
Hexagram 53: Jian, Development
Hexagram 54: Gui Mei, The Marrying Maiden
Hexagram 55: Feng, Abundance
Hexagram 56: Lü, The Wanderer
Hexagram 57: Xun, The Gentle
Hexagram 58: Dui, The Joyous
Hexagram 59: Huan, Dissolution
Hexagram 60: Jie, Limitation
Hexagram 61: Zhong Fu, Inner Truth
Hexagram 62: Xiao Guo, Preponderance of the Small
Hexagram 63: Ji Ji, After Completion
Hexagram 64: Wei Ji, Before CompletionPractical guides
Start off right, choose well and care for them properly.
Which tarot or oracle deck should you choose?Tarot, oracle, Lenormand: the differences and a simple choice.
The 22 Major Arcana, an overviewThe journey from The Fool to The World.
Choosing and caring for your stonesNatural, treated or synthetic: how to find your way.
Cleansing and recharging your stonesTraditional methods, and those to avoid.
Choosing your stone jewellerySize, material, care.
Getting started with a pendulumChoosing and holding your pendulum.
Choosing and playing your singing bowlSize, accessories, techniques.
Incense and smudgingSticks, cones, resins: safety.
Your first three-card spreadStep by step, with a tarot or oracle deck.
Taking your pendulum in handHolding, asking, noting.
One Card a DayOne card in the morning, a few minutes and a notebook: the simplest way to get to know a tarot or oracle deck, without trying to predict anything.
Yes-or-No Tarot ReadingHow to set up a yes-or-no reading with a tarot or oracle deck, what it can offer as a tool for reflection, and why it does not replace a decision.
Five-Card Cross SpreadA five-card spread laid out in a cross to examine a situation from several angles: the step-by-step method, a sample reading and the pitfalls to avoid.
Horseshoe SpreadA classic seven-card spread laid out in an arc to examine a situation over time: positions, layout, a sample reading and tips for rereading it well.
Relationship ReadingHow to draw cards about a relationship (couple, friendship, family, work) without trying to guess the other person: five positions centred on you and an ethical framework.
Twelve-Card Year SpreadA twelve-card spread, one card per month, plus a summary card, to set intentions for the year. Step-by-step method, example and how to reread it during the year.
Preparing and Storing Your DeckHow to get to know a new deck, shuffle it without damaging it, cut it, keep it in good condition and store it away from damp and light.
Keeping a Reading JournalWhy a journal is the tool that helps you progress most, what to write in it, a page template, and a simple way to review your readings without fooling yourself.
Pendulum: Asking Questions and Noting AnswersHow to hold a pendulum, agree on its movements, phrase clear questions and note the answers, while understanding honestly what makes the pendulum move.
Using a Pendulum BoardWhat a pendulum board is for, the three most common types, how to draw one yourself, and how to use it without being misled by the ideomotor effect.
Cleaning and Storing Your PendulumHow to clean a metal, stone or wooden pendulum without damaging it, taking into account the hardness and fragility of each material, and how to store it afterwards.
Meditating with a Stone: A Simple ExerciseA very simple attention exercise: hold a smooth stone, observe its weight, temperature and texture, and return to it whenever your mind wanders.
Making a Simple Crystal GridHow to arrange five to seven tumbled stones in a pattern on a cloth, choose a decorative or reflective intention, and avoid practical mistakes and fire risks.
A Five-Minute Morning MomentA five-minute routine to start the day calmly: breathe, stretch, draw a card or hold a stone, write an intention. No equipment required, no promises.
Create a calm corner at homeHow to set up a small pause space at home: location, light, seating, objects, stones and sounds, with the precautions to take for candles and incense.
Singing bowl: five simple sound exercisesFive step-by-step exercises with a singing bowl: listening to a sound until it fades, striking, rubbing, breathing with the sound and using it to mark a pause. With listening precautions.
Burning incense safely, step by stepHow to burn sticks, cones and resins on charcoal safely: equipment, steps, ventilation, the presence of children and pets, and how to extinguish them.
Measuring your wrist and choosing a bracelet sizeHow to measure your wrist with a tape or string, how much allowance to add depending on the bracelet, and how many beads to plan for an elastic bracelet.
Testing a stone at home: hardness, magnet, heatFour simple, safe tests to form a first impression of a stone at home: a look through a loupe, heat, hardness and a magnet, with their limits.
One Card a DayOne card in the morning, a few minutes and a notebook: the simplest way to get to know a tarot or oracle deck, without trying to predict anything.
Yes-or-No Tarot ReadingHow to set up a yes-or-no reading with a tarot or oracle deck, what it can offer as a tool for reflection, and why it does not replace a decision.
Five-Card Cross SpreadA five-card spread laid out in a cross to examine a situation from several angles: the step-by-step method, a sample reading and the pitfalls to avoid.
Horseshoe SpreadA classic seven-card spread laid out in an arc to examine a situation over time: positions, layout, a sample reading and tips for rereading it well.
Relationship ReadingHow to draw cards about a relationship (couple, friendship, family, work) without trying to guess the other person: five positions centred on you and an ethical framework.
Twelve-Card Year SpreadA twelve-card spread, one card per month, plus a summary card, to set intentions for the year. Step-by-step method, example and how to reread it during the year.
Preparing and Storing Your DeckHow to get to know a new deck, shuffle it without damaging it, cut it, keep it in good condition and store it away from damp and light.
Keeping a Reading JournalWhy a journal is the tool that helps you progress most, what to write in it, a page template, and a simple way to review your readings without fooling yourself.
Pendulum: Asking Questions and Noting AnswersHow to hold a pendulum, agree on its movements, phrase clear questions and note the answers, while understanding honestly what makes the pendulum move.
Using a Pendulum BoardWhat a pendulum board is for, the three most common types, how to draw one yourself, and how to use it without being misled by the ideomotor effect.
Cleaning and Storing Your PendulumHow to clean a metal, stone or wooden pendulum without damaging it, taking into account the hardness and fragility of each material, and how to store it afterwards.
Meditating with a Stone: A Simple ExerciseA very simple attention exercise: hold a smooth stone, observe its weight, temperature and texture, and return to it whenever your mind wanders.
Making a Simple Crystal GridHow to arrange five to seven tumbled stones in a pattern on a cloth, choose a decorative or reflective intention, and avoid practical mistakes and fire risks.
A Five-Minute Morning MomentA five-minute routine to start the day calmly: breathe, stretch, draw a card or hold a stone, write an intention. No equipment required, no promises.
Create a calm corner at homeHow to set up a small pause space at home: location, light, seating, objects, stones and sounds, with the precautions to take for candles and incense.
Singing bowl: five simple sound exercisesFive step-by-step exercises with a singing bowl: listening to a sound until it fades, striking, rubbing, breathing with the sound and using it to mark a pause. With listening precautions.
Burning incense safely, step by stepHow to burn sticks, cones and resins on charcoal safely: equipment, steps, ventilation, the presence of children and pets, and how to extinguish them.
Measuring your wrist and choosing a bracelet sizeHow to measure your wrist with a tape or string, how much allowance to add depending on the bracelet, and how many beads to plan for an elastic bracelet.
Testing a stone at home: hardness, magnet, heatFour simple, safe tests to form a first impression of a stone at home: a look through a loupe, heat, hardness and a magnet, with their limits.
Stone glossaryThe words of mineralogy and lithotherapy, in plain language.
Glossary of technical termsLuster, hardness, crystal system, inclusions…
Wedding anniversariesWedding anniversaries from year 1 to 70 and their traditional materials.
Tarot and Oracle Glossary40 words to understand the vocabulary of tarot and oracle decks: arcana, suits, court cards, spreads, famous decks (Marseille, Waite, Thoth).
Astrology and Numerology Glossary41 simple definitions: signs, ascendant, houses, aspects, transits, tropical and sidereal, life path number, master numbers, Barnum effect.
Incense, Candles and Rituals Glossary42 simple words to understand incense and candles: frankincense, myrrh, charcoal, burner, waxes, wick, soot, intention, altar, along with the safety rules.
Chakras and Well-being Practices Glossary34 clear words on chakras, yoga, meditation, reiki and well-being, with a clear distinction between traditions, useful practices and unproven beliefs.
Glossary of technical termsLuster, hardness, crystal system, inclusions…
Wedding anniversariesWedding anniversaries from year 1 to 70 and their traditional materials.
Tarot and Oracle Glossary40 words to understand the vocabulary of tarot and oracle decks: arcana, suits, court cards, spreads, famous decks (Marseille, Waite, Thoth).
Astrology and Numerology Glossary41 simple definitions: signs, ascendant, houses, aspects, transits, tropical and sidereal, life path number, master numbers, Barnum effect.
Incense, Candles and Rituals Glossary42 simple words to understand incense and candles: frankincense, myrrh, charcoal, burner, waxes, wick, soot, intention, altar, along with the safety rules.
Chakras and Well-being Practices Glossary34 clear words on chakras, yoga, meditation, reiki and well-being, with a clear distinction between traditions, useful practices and unproven beliefs.Card of the day
A card drawn from the 22 Major Arcana, to reflect on throughout the day.
Three-card spread
Three cards for a situation, what blocks or helps, and some advice.
Life path
Calculate your number from your date of birth.
Sign and birthstone
Your sun sign and the stone for your month.
The moon today
Today's phase and the upcoming full and new moons.
Which stone is for me?
Four questions to find a stone that suits you.
Bracelet size
Your wrist measurement, and the bracelet size to choose.
Ring size
Your finger measurement, the diameter and the matching size.
Wrap a strip of paper or a non-stretch thread around the base of your finger, mark the point where it meets, and measure the length in millimeters. Measure at the end of the day, when your hands are at normal temperature.
My guardian angel
Your angel according to your date of birth, and the angel of the hour.
Expression and soul urge numbers
Two numbers calculated from your name.
Personal year
Your year number, based on your birth day and month.
Lunar calendar
The phases of the moon, day by day. Simplified astronomical calculation; times are taken from your device.
The Wheel of the Year
Eight festivals of the neopagan year, invented in the 20th century from ancient traditions. The dates vary by a day or two depending on the year and the hemisphere.
ImbolcFebruary 1 or 2. A neopagan festival inspired by a Celtic festival at the end of winter, associated with the first glimmers of spring.
Ostara (spring equinox)around March 20. The equinox: day and night are of equal length. Neopagans celebrate renewal at this time.
BeltaneMay 1. A festival marking the start of summer in Celtic tradition; today, a celebration of blossoming and joy.
Litha (summer solstice)around June 21. The longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.
LughnasadhAugust 1. The start of the grain harvest: a festival of bread, first grains and sharing.
Mabon (autumn equinox)around September 22. The second equinox: a time to take stock and give thanks for the harvest.
SamhainOctober 31 to November 1. The end of the Celtic year for neopagans; it inspired Halloween and All Saints' Day, according to some authors.
Yule (winter solstice)around December 21. The longest night, then the return of the light: a festival of light in many cultures.
To understand the moon: the moon guide.