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To trekkers, Nyenchen Tanglha is a 23,497-foot wall of snow rising above Namtso Lake. To Tibetans, he is someone: a white-robed rider who once ruled the hail, guarded hidden treasure, and swore an oath to protect the Dharma. Nyenchen Tanglha is the mountain god of northern Tibet, one of the four great mountain gods, and […]

Planning a spring remodel? In 2027, feng shui tradition flags four bad luck directions in your home: North (Five Yellow), Northeast (Year Breaker), West (Three Killings), and Southwest (Tai Sui). Flying Star practitioners call these annual afflictions. They apply for one feng shui year, from Li Chun on 02/03/2027 until early February 2028. Below you […]

Yes, you can wear a birthstone that isn’t yours, and nothing bad will happen when you do. Birthstones are a personal preference and a form of self-expression, not a rule you can break. The modern U.S. birthstone list was adopted on August 12, 1912, at the American National Retail Jewelers’ Association convention in Kansas City, […]

If a restless mind keeps you awake or stress follows you through the day, amethyst is one of the first crystals many people reach for. This guide covers what amethyst actually is, the healing properties tradition assigns to it, which chakras it works with, and how to use and care for it safely. Amethyst is […]