We all want to create our own world of zen and there’s no better time of year to stock up on your supplies than Christmas – the perfect time to prepare for the next full year ahead. Whether you’re buying for a friend, or you’re building your own collection of spiritual supplies, there are an abundance of gorgeous, and affordable, products to choose from.

Here at Elemental Connections, we want to introduce you to a world of harmony and a life of discovery. The following are five of our top gift ideas for yourself or a loved on at Christmas (or any time of year!).

Oracle Cards

Oracle cards are a guiding tool that anyone can use. They’re different to tarot cards, which require a bit of training to use and generally have 78 cards divided into four suits – wands, cups, swords and pentacles. With oracle cards, every deck is different, each comes with its own set of rules established by the creator of the deck. The designer chooses the imagery, the number of cards for the pack, and the shape and size of the cards themselves. They generally have images and words, with a book accompanying them that teaches the reader how to interpret the cards. If you, or your loved ones, are seeking guidance from higher powers, or you simply wish to get in touch with your spirituality, oracle cards are a wonderful Christmas gift.

Crystal Specimens

Crystals are one of the most powerful tools available and simply by placing them on your body, you can promote emotional, physical and spiritual healing. They interact with your body’s chakra and bring balance and harmony to your body, and your life. You can choose from an abundance of crystal types, all of which have their own unique “powers” – from relieving stress to assisting with pain. If someone wants to awaken their inner spirit and align themselves with their higher self while tuning into their intuition, a crystal is the way to do it.

A Smudge Stick

A smudge stick is a bundle of herbs, with the overriding scent generally white sage. They are a must for anyone who wants to cleanse their space to ensure it is free of bad energy. Sage is a cleansing herb and it has been used for thousands of years in Native American traditions to ward off negative energy. It can also help protect against illness, and it can even cleanse a person.

Books

If you or your loved one have an affinity with animals, a book about spirit animals might be exactly what you’re looking for. Alternatively, consider a book on divinity, self-care, or a book that will take you on a journey through the afterlife. You’ll find an abundance of options instore and online, with all the right advice and guidance for you to take care of yourself, or to take the next step in life. Every book is a journey of sorts, it just depends on the type of journey you wish to take.

Jewellery

When it comes to gifts for your family, friends, or yourself, you can’t go wrong with a stunning piece of jewellery. A moonstone will provide inspiration, enhance intuition, and it also helps to soothe stress, and improves emotional stability. If that doesn’t jive, there are plenty of other options. Labradorite will protect the aura, grounds spiritual energy, and is one of the most helpful options for anyone going through major changes. Malachite absorbs negative energy and captures allergens, both from the air and environment around and the person wearing it. It’s ideal for helping someone get in tune with their spiritual guidance. Finally, Larimar is a stunning, vivid shade of blue stone that is as beautiful as it is healing. It’s the perfect choice for anyone looking for harmony within their body, mind, spirit, and soul.

Give the gift of zen this Christmas. Browse through our store online or come down and see us in Capalaba. We look forward to bringing a little extra zen into your life.