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Astrologers and crystal gurus always advise people to wear their birthstone - the stone associated with their birth month or star sign. Express.co.uk chatted to crystal expert Alice Foley Fae (@alicefoleyfae on Instagram) to find out why you should wear your birthstone and the meanings of each birthstone.
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Crystals aren’t just beautiful, they hold special powers that can change your mood and energy.
The linking of particular stones with months and star signs dates back to the eighth and ninth centuries - so birthstone jewellery has been around for a long time.
Alice said: “The astrological placement of your birth chart offers tremendous insight into the layers of our personality, our strengths, and challenges.
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The idea crystals carry healing benefits can be traced back to 3400 BC when the Ancient Sumerians used crystals in magic formulas. The Ancient Egyptians also used crystals in their jewellery to bring health and protection and ward off evil spirits. Today, crystal healing is a type of therapy which is used to balance certain aspects of a person s personality, mind or life in general. Every crystal has a unique energy and special properties which can alter how you feel or think. Crystals can be hugely beneficial for people’s mental health. Express.co.uk chatted to crystal healer, astrologer, cosmic coach, and founder of the Moon Child Sorority, Bex (@cosmic cures on Instagram) to find out which crystals might suit you.