Seashell

SEASHELL

[see-SH-ell]

⟡ HEALING ⟡ PROTECTION ⟡ INTUITION ⟡ SPIRITUAL CONNECTION ⟡ FERTILITY ⟡ LUCK ⟡ PROSPERITY ⟡ PEACE ⟡ THIRD EYE CHAKRA

ORIGINS: Seashells are primarily composed of calcium carbonate.

SEASHELL PROPERTIES, ATTRIBUTES & SYMBOLISM

Birthed in the sea with a strong moon energy, Seashell can balance and harmonise the aura and chakras. Shell can bring luck, prosperity, and peace to the wearer. For generations they have been used for healing, to protect from negative energies, for spell work and as tools to stimulate intuition and spiritual connection. 

Chakras: Third Eye Chakra - seashells are said to be the doorway to our ancestors, as they work to open the third eye chakra and our connection with the divine.

⟡ CHAKRAS: Root Chakra
⟡ ELEMENT: Earth
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⟡ NUMEROLOGY: 
⟡ MOHS HARDNESS: 3 (calcium carbonate)

TYPES OF SEASHELL

There are thousands of differnet types of seashell, we highlight just a few.

ABALONE SHELL

Of the same organic origin as mother-of-pearl, Abalone Shell is often more highly coloured and iridescent. Found naturally the nautilus shape symbolises natures perfection. It is believed that all abalone varieties (including paua shell) strengthen the body and the heart. Abalone shell also supports emotional stability, flexibility, creativity and artistic expression. A gift from the sea, use it to enhance fertility and virility, and to bring in growth and renewal in life.

COWRIE SHELL

Cowrie shells are sea snail shells that have been used in jewellery making and traditional ceremonies for centuries. For generations they have been used for healing, to protect from negative energies, for spell work and as tools to enhance intuition, and stimulate psychic abilities and spiritual connection. They bring luck, prosperity, and peace to the wearer. Reiki healers use seashells to cleanse, balance and harmonise the aura and chakras. Revered in cultures around the world, cowrie shells hold different meaning for each:

• Cowrie shells are associated with prosperity, fertility, and protection in metaphysical practices.
• In some African cultures, they are used in divination and are believed to have the power to connect individuals with their ancestors. They are also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.In Hinduism, cowrie shells are associated with the goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundane.
• Hindu culture they are used in traditional ceremonies and are believed to bring good luck and fortune.
• In some Native American cultures, they are used in traditional dances and ceremonies and are believed to have protective properties.

MOTHER OF PEARL

Mother of Pearl is a powerful and symbolic stone. This is mainly due to the stone’s ability to attract wealth and generate a better income for whomever wears the stone. Its energies will enhance your communication skills and guide more effective expression. It will guide you in discovering your hidden potentials and encourage you to use them. It will also help to attract strong kinship and warm relationships with those around you.

SEASHELL CRYSTAL PAIRINGS

Seashell can be paired with other crystals for healing and manifestation. Some of the best crystals to pair with Seashell include Clear Quartz. Combine them to assist with protection, grounding, strengthening and speeding up healing.

Seashell + Quartz for amplifying the healing benefits.

MEDITATION, MANIFESTATION & AFFIRMATIONS FOR SEASHELL

Manifesting with Seashell: To clear any emotional blockages, to boost peace and calm, and to help heal relationships you can easily program your item or jewellery with your intention, or use it during meditation.

Seashell can be used in affirmations. Here are a few affirmations that you can try:
"I am safe, nurtured, and supported."