Lately, I've been on a personal journey of growth and healing. I've been working through my Reiki Level 1 and 2 certifications - and one thing that keeps showing up for me again and again is the colour green. As you may know, green is the colour associated with the Heart Chakra, and its presence in my life has been a gentle nudge to come back to love, compassion, and balance - both for myself and for others.
So this month, I thought we could take a moment to tune into the energy of the Heart Chakra - the energetic center of love, emotional healing, and deep connection. Located at the center of the chest, the Heart Chakra is the bridge between our physical and spiritual selves. It's where we learn to give and receive love, nurture our emotional body, and cultivate empathy, forgiveness, and trust.
With Taurus guiding the first half of May, we're reminded to slow down, connect with our senses, and create rituals that nourish us from the inside out. Think long walks in nature, warm cups of tea, mindful breathing, and feeling the earth beneath your feet - simple, grounding practices that support the heart by helping us feel safe, rooted, and open.
As we move into Gemini mid-month, the energy becomes lighter and more curious. Communication and connection take center stage. The Heart Chakra thrives on meaningful interaction - with ourselves and with others - making this a beautiful time to open up, speak your truth, and follow what lights you up.
SIMPLE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH THE HEART CHAKRA
- Wear Rose Quartz or Green Aventurine jewelry to keep heart-centered energy close throughout the day
- Carry a crystal in your pocket or bag - Green Aventurine, Rhodonite, or Moss Agate are beautiful allies for heart healing and emotional strength.
- Spend time in nature - walk barefoot, garden, or simply sit in the sun with your hand over your heart.
- Heart Chakra Affirmation - Find a quiet space, place a crystal over your heart, close your eyes, and take a few slow breaths. Silently repeat: I am open to giving and receiving love freely. I am safe. I am loved. I am enough. Let the words settle into your heart space.
- Wear green to align with the frequency of the Heart Chakra.
- Practice daily gratitude - write down three things you're grateful for before bed.
CRYSTALS FOR THE HEART CHAKRA
- Green Aventurine - for abundance, growth, and emotional renewal
- Rose Quartz - for self-love, compassion, and gentle healing
- Moss Agate - for inner peace, stability, and connection to nature
- Rhodonite - for grounding love and healing emotional wounds
This is a beautiful time to come home to yourself — to listen to what your heart needs and honor it with kindness and intention. May is not about rushing forward; it's about blooming slowly and softly, in your own time, in your own way.
