Angels of Healing Energy

Hello dear friends,

Mercury retrograde begins on October 24, and many of us feel it as a time when plans shift, messages get tangled, and life asks us to slow down. I like to think of it as a gentle invitation to pause, review, and be extra kind to ourselves and each other.

During these weeks, I keep a few favorite crystals close by. They don’t change what happens around me, but holding them reminds me to breathe, soften, and come back to calm. Here are four I’m reaching for this season.

Citrine

Citrine glows like a little piece of autumn sunshine. When a day feels heavy or delayed, I hold it and remember to look for the bright side. It’s a lovely reminder to stay hopeful and light-hearted, even when things move more slowly than we’d like.

Rose Quartz

Retrograde can bring misunderstandings, so rose quartz is my reminder to lead with love. Its soft pink color invites patience with others and with ourselves. I like to keep a piece near my phone or computer, so I pause and soften before I reply.

Black Tourmaline

This is my calming protection stone. When the world feels busy or scattered, I hold black tourmaline and imagine roots growing from my feet into the earth. It helps me feel steady, grounded and safely held.

Labradorite

Labradorite is a lovely stone for autumn, with flashes of blue and gold hidden inside, like light peeking through clouds. I see it as a reminder that magic and insight are often waiting just beneath the surface. It’s a gentle companion for quiet reflection and listening to our inner wisdom.

A Simple Crystal Pause

If you’d like to try a little practice this week, here’s one I love:

1. Choose one crystal that feels right today.
2. Hold it gently in your hands and take three slow breaths.
3. Notice its color, weight and coolness against your skin.
4. Silently set a soft intention, such as “I move through today with patience and peace.”
5. Ask your angels to walk beside you, then place the crystal somewhere you’ll see it often.

That’s all. There’s no right or wrong way to do it. Even a minute of quiet can help the day feel a little softer.

Mercury retrograde doesn’t have to feel stressful. With a few gentle companions and a kind heart, it can become a peaceful season of slowing down, reflecting and reconnecting.

Sending Love and Energy,
Elizabeth