Have you ever wondered if your soul chose this life before you were born? Or why certain fears, gifts, or relationships seem to follow you throughout your lifetime?

In this fascinating conversation, I sit down with Meli Guidance, an Akashic Records reader, past life psychic, channeling teacher, author, and host of the Mystical & Practical podcast. Together we explore reincarnation, soul plans, spirit guides, karma, and how understanding your soul's journey can bring healing and clarity to your life.

Meli shares the remarkable story of her own spiritual awakening—from a frightening childhood encounter with spirit that caused her to shut down her psychic abilities for decades, to the unexpected experiences that eventually led her to embrace her gifts and help others reconnect with their own souls.

Whether you're brand new to the Akashic Records or have been exploring spirituality for years, this episode offers a thoughtful, grounded introduction to some of the biggest questions we can ask:

• Why are we here?
• Did we choose our parents and life circumstances?
• What is karma, really?
• How do spirit guides communicate with us?
• And what can our past lives teach us about the present?

In this episode, we discuss:

✨ Meli's extraordinary path from marketing professional to Akashic Records reader

✨ A childhood spiritual encounter that shaped her relationship with the unseen world

✨ How grief became the catalyst for her spiritual awakening

✨ The life-changing impact of Journey of Souls by Michael Newton

✨ What the Akashic Records are—and what they are not

✨ Reincarnation, soul families, and spirit guides

✨ How soul plans are created before birth

✨ Why many fears and recurring patterns may originate in past lives

✨ A compassionate understanding of karma beyond punishment

✨ Soul ages and how they influence our life experiences

✨ Why so many spiritually curious people feel called toward entrepreneurship and purpose-driven work

✨ How to know when you're being called to explore the Akashic Records yourself

Connect with Meli Guidance

Website: Meli Guidance | Akashic Records, Past Lives & Spirit Guides

Instagram: @meliguidance

Podcast: Mystical & Practical

Books Mentioned

• Journey of Souls by Michael Newton
• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle

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Until next time—keep following your curiosity, trust your intuition, and remember that your soul's journey is still unfolding.

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Flower Agate is often described as a crystal of peace, growth, and gentle transformation—but what if we've been telling the wrong story?

In this episode of The Crystal Library, we're taking a closer look at one of the most beloved modern crystals and uncovering the fascinating geology behind its signature "flowers."

Along the way, we investigate the claim that Flower Agate was "discovered in 2018," examine how information spreads through the crystal community, and explore the difference between a geological discovery and a marketing story. Then we dive into the science of how Flower Agate actually forms—and why its iconic blossoms are evidence of changing, unstable conditions deep within the Earth.

That geological story leads to a powerful reframe: perhaps growth isn't something that happens after life settles down. Maybe uncertainty, change, and transition are part of the formation process itself.

Whether you're drawn to Flower Agate for its beauty, its symbolism, or simply your curiosity about crystals, this episode offers a fresh perspective that bridges geology, critical thinking, and personal reflection.

In this episode, we'll explore:

• What Flower Agate actually is from a geological perspective
• The truth behind the phrase "discovered in 2018"
• How Flower Agate forms inside volcanic rock
• Why the stone's signature flowers develop during changing conditions
• The difference between geological facts and crystal folklore
• A new way of thinking about growth, uncertainty, and transformation
• A simple practice for working intentionally with Flower Agate

As always, remember that crystal healing is a complementary spiritual practice and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.

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How do we make our dreams real without burning ourselves out in the process?

In this special Lammas bonus episode of Big Crystal Energy, I pull a collective reading using the Seasons of the Witch: Lammas Oracle and walk through the beautiful Bird Feeder Spread from the guidebook.

Centered around the question, "How can you contribute to making dreams a reality?", this reading becomes less about chasing bigger goals and more about honoring the quiet, steady work that creates lasting change.

Together, we explore what it means to pause before pushing forward, listen to the whispers of your soul, release the fear of being seen, and trust that meaningful progress is built one small, consistent step at a time.

Along the way, I also share a personal revelation about something I've been quietly working toward—a deeper certification in crystal healing—and why this reading challenged me to stop waiting for the "perfect" moment before sharing my journey.

Whether you own this oracle deck or not, you can follow along using any tarot or oracle deck by asking the same questions and reflecting on what arises for you.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why Lammas invites us to rethink what contribution really means
• A collective reading using the Bird Feeder Spread
• The symbolism behind the Poppy, Iced Tea, Bird Feeder, Bushels of Apples, and Bakery cards
• Why resting and listening may be the most productive first step
• Releasing perfectionism and allowing yourself to be seen while you're still growing
• How repetition, practice, and small victories create lasting transformation
• Why your unfinished work still has value

Journal Prompts

• What dream is asking for your attention right now?
• Where are you waiting to be "finished" before allowing yourself to be seen?
• What small action could you take today that future you will be grateful for?
• Whose expectations are you carrying that no longer belong to you?
• How can you celebrate your progress instead of waiting for the final outcome?

If this reading resonates, I'd love to hear what cards you pull for yourself. Tag me on Instagram with your own Bird Feeder Spread, or join the conversation over on Substack where I'll be sharing photos of the cards and a deeper written reflection.

Happy Lammas, and may your harvest begin with one small, meaningful step.

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Lammas: The First Harvest & Reclaiming Your Power

Lammas (also known as Lughnasadh) marks the beginning of the harvest season—but spiritually, it's so much more than gathering crops.

In this episode of Big Crystal Energy, we're exploring the history, mythology, and deeper meaning behind the first harvest festival. From the Celtic god Lugh and the story of the earth goddess Tailtiu to ancient harvest customs and symbolic sacrifice, we'll uncover why Lammas asks us to stop chasing what could have been and instead acknowledge what has actually grown.

This conversation also becomes deeply personal as I share how a difficult summer, illness, travel, and feeling disconnected from myself led me back to one powerful realization:

Your authenticity is not something you sacrifice to make other people comfortable.

Together we'll explore what it truly means to reclaim your power, honor the work you've already done, and make a sacred promise to yourself for the year ahead.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What Lammas (Lughnasadh) celebrates
• Why Lammas is called the First Harvest
• The mythology of Lugh and the earth goddess Tailtiu
• How sacrifice has changed throughout history
• Ancient Lammas customs and harvest traditions
• Why this Sabbat is about taking an honest inventory of your life
• The difference between meaningful sacrifice and giving away your power
• Reflection questions for your own spiritual harvest
• Crystals that support Lammas energy
• Herbs, colors, incense, and altar correspondences
• A beautiful Year-and-a-Day Oath Ritual inspired by traditional Lammas practices

Crystals Mentioned

• Botswana Agate
• Mahogany Obsidian
• Yellow Fluorite
• Prasiolite (Green Amethyst)

Lammas Correspondences

Plants & Herbs

• Wheat
• Corn
• Grains
• Sunflower
• Heather
• Blackberry
• Apple

Incense

• Frankincense
• Sandalwood
• Marigold
• Thyme

Colors

• Gold
• Yellow
• Orange
• Bronze
• Deep Red

Tree

• Oak

Journal Prompts

• What have you harvested this year that you haven't fully acknowledged?
• What is still standing after this season of your life?
• Where are you still making yourself smaller for someone else's comfort?
• What are you no longer willing to give away for free?
• What would reclaiming your power actually look like?

Featured Ritual

This episode includes a simple but powerful Year-and-a-Day Lammas Oath Ritual, inspired by Kate Freuler's Lammas practice.

Write a single vow describing what you are no longer willing to sacrifice about yourself, read it aloud, sign it, and revisit it one year from now during next year's Lammas.

Coming Next

✨ Bonus Episode: A collective Lammas oracle reading using the Seasons of the Witch: Lammas Oracle and the guidebook's Bird Feeder Spread—a reading focused on turning dreams into reality and discovering what is ready to grow in your life.

You'll also find the full reading on my Substack.

Resources Mentioned

• Llewellyn's Sabbat Essentials: Lammas
• Kate Freuler's Lammas Oath Ritual (adapted for this episode)

Connect with Me

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• @bigcrystalenergypodcast
• @mystical.mama.ash

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If you enjoyed this episode, I'd be so grateful if you'd subscribe, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who could use a reminder that authenticity is never something worth sacrificing. Until next time, may your harvest be abundant, your spirit remain true, and may you continue reclaiming the parts of yourself that were never meant to be given away.

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Larimar is one of the most recognizable crystals in the world—but almost everything you've heard about it may have come from the same handful of modern sources.

In this episode of The Crystal Library, we're diving beneath the surface of the beautiful blue stone often called the "Atlantis Stone."

You'll hear the familiar story: lost civilizations, divine feminine energy, ancient wisdom, dolphin medicine, and messages from Atlantis. Then we'll ask a much bigger question:

Where did those stories actually come from?

Together we'll explore:

• The real discovery of Larimar in the Dominican Republic in 1974
• Why its striking blue color comes from copper—not magic
• The fascinating geology behind this rare variety of pectolite
• How myths become accepted as fact through something called citation laundering
• Why conflicting crystal correspondences can reveal more than they hide
• A modern Larimar ritual that is meaningful precisely because it doesn't pretend to be ancient
• Why truth can be every bit as magical as mythology

Rather than dismissing spiritual traditions, this episode explores the importance of recognizing the difference between folklore, personal practice, and historical evidence—and why all three have a place when we're honest about what they are.

Sometimes the most extraordinary story isn't the one we've been repeating.

It's the one that was there all along.

Mentioned in this episode

• Larimar (blue pectolite)
• Pectolite
• Copper and crystal coloration
• The Dominican Republic
• Miguel Méndez
• Norman Rilling
• Atlantis mythology
• Sandra Kynes' Crystal Magic
• The Crystal Library

If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to leave a review, share it with a fellow crystal lover, or tag me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway.

You can find me on Instagram at @bigcrystalenergypodcast or @mystical.mama.ash

And remember...

The truth was never the boring option.

Send me any questions or comments you may have and I will answer them on upcoming podcast episodes!! Looking forward to hearing from you!

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This week I'm joined by the absolutely delightful Markella, creator of Letters of the Zodiac, a monthly tarot subscription that's bringing beautifully curated collective tarot readings to mailboxes around the world.

What started as a simple idea in January has grown into a thriving global community—and after reaching 1,000 subscribers, Markella celebrated in the most unforgettable way possible: by jumping out of an airplane.

But this conversation goes far beyond business.

We talk about what it really means to follow your intuition, navigating life's unexpected challenges, finding purpose after feeling stuck in the corporate world, caring for a loved one with chronic illness while remembering to care for yourself, and the incredible synchronicities that remind us we're exactly where we're meant to be.

We also dive into tarot, creativity, social media, AI, the intersection of science and spirituality, and why neither of us believes magic has disappeared from the world.

If you've been waiting for a sign to start the thing that's been living in your heart, maybe this is it.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why Markella celebrated 1,000 subscribers by skydiving
• Creating Letters of the Zodiac and making tarot more accessible
• Leaving corporate life to follow a creative calling
• Growing a business through authenticity rather than chasing algorithms
• Supporting a partner living with long COVID
• Why caregivers need something that fills their own cup
• How one conversation while buying a refrigerator changed her spiritual journey forever
• Incredible synchronicities (including her connection with Marcella Kroll!)
• Tarot becoming more mainstream around the world
• Finding purpose after feeling unfulfilled
• Science, spirituality, and why they don't have to compete
• Creativity, social media, and staying authentic in the age of AI
• Why the journey matters so much more than the destination

Memorable Quote

Connect with Markella

✨ Letters of the Zodiac
Instagram: @lettersofthezodiac
Website: https://lettersofthezodiac.com

Send me any questions or comments you may have and I will answer them on upcoming podcast episodes!! Looking forward to hearing from you!

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In this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with psychic medium, energy intuitive, photographer, author, and fellow podcaster Kelsey Anderson to talk about what it really means to reclaim yourself.

We explore what it was like growing up as highly intuitive children, sensing things we couldn't explain, and learning to trust those experiences in a world that often teaches us to ignore them. Kelsey shares how her mediumship abilities gradually came online after years of anxiety, burnout, and questioning her own perceptions, eventually leading her away from corporate life and into the work she does today.

Along the way, we dive into spiritual awakening, motherhood, relationships, psychic children, energetic boundaries, and why so many of us feel called to walk a path outside conventional expectations. We also talk honestly about the loneliness that can come with pursuing your passions, the importance of supportive friendships, and how reclaiming yourself is often a slow unfolding rather than an overnight transformation.

Whether you're navigating your own spiritual awakening, learning to trust your intuition, or simply looking for encouragement to follow what lights you up, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that becoming yourself is one of the bravest things you can do.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Kelsey's journey from intuitive child to practicing psychic medium
• Growing up sensing spirits and learning to trust intuitive experiences
• Raising intuitive children and supporting their gifts
• Spiritual awakening, anxiety, and learning energetic boundaries
• Leaving corporate life to follow a soul-led path
• Female friendships, healing, and community
• Why pursuing your passions can make others uncomfortable
• The meaning behind Kelsey's podcast, Reclamation
• Photography as an energetic and spiritual practice
• Working with intuition, mediumship, and the Akashic Records
• Energy hygiene and protecting your own vibration
• Creating space for both light and shadow in spiritual practice
• Why reclaiming yourself happens one step at a time

Connect with Kelsey Anderson

✨ Website: Kelsey Anderson - Author, Energy Intuitive, and Soul Guide

✨ Instagram: @kelseyandersonintuitive

✨ Threads: @kelseyandersonintuitive

✨ YouTube: Kelsey Anderson Intuitive

✨ Podcast: Reclamation

Reclamation - Podcast - Apple Podcasts

✨ Substack: The Sacred Flame

Send me any questions or comments you may have and I will answer them on upcoming podcast episodes!! Looking forward to hearing from you!

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Red Jasper is often called a grounding stone—but what if grounding was never meant to make us comfortable?

In this deeply personal episode of The Crystal Library, I explore the remarkable geology, mythology, and symbolism of Red Jasper through the lens of my youngest son, Jasper, whose fourth birthday is just around the corner.

After a weekend in Santa Cruz, watching my son joyfully carry a fish skeleton across the beach while everyone else looked away, I realized he instinctively understands something that many adults spend their lives trying to learn: nature is not separate from death, decay, or transformation. It contains all of it.

Together we'll explore:

✨ How Red Jasper forms over millions of years through slow accumulation and pressure
✨ Why its rich red color comes from oxidized iron—and what that symbolizes
✨ The surprising geological relationship between Red Jasper and Blue Lace Agate
✨ Why ancient Egyptians connected Red Jasper with the blood of Isis and resurrection
✨ The role of Red Jasper in Norse legend and the sword of Siegfried
✨ Indigenous traditions that describe Red Jasper as the blood of the Earth Mother
✨ What "grounding" really means when viewed through mythology instead of modern crystal books
✨ Traditional metaphysical properties including protection, endurance, justice, boundaries, dream work, and root chakra healing

Along the way, I also share the deeply personal story of three miscarriages before the birth of my son, and why learning about Red Jasper made me wonder if, somehow, his name found him long before I ever understood its meaning.

Whether you love crystals for their science, their symbolism, or simply the stories they inspire, I hope this episode invites you to look at Red Jasper—and perhaps even your own life—with fresh eyes.

If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts on Instagram @bigcrystalenergypodcast, or leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts. Your support helps more people discover The Crystal Library.

Until next time, keep exploring, stay curious, and remember...

Big Crystal Energy.

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