Our jewelry can be something that we put on each day without a second thought, something that just becomes part of us. Each day, I reach for the same pieces because of how they make me feel about myself (the same Labradorite and Aquamarine bracelets and my Aquamarine "J" initial necklace, as I wake up in my sleeper earrings from the night before). Our jewelry can be healing in ways we don't even realize: not only are my sleeper earrings something low-maintenance that I can wear 24/7, they symbolize a part of my life when I'm focusing more on the present moment without worrying about my jewelry. The pieces I wear with my birthstone on them allow me to connect deeper to myself, my journey, and how I'm understanding more parts of myself each day. I reach for these pieces because they're simple and "just my style", but my current style is indicative of my feelings of myself, who I am, and what this phase of my life is teaching me. My style will change with the wind, as I uncover new facets of my personality that have laid hidden and undiscovered.
The gemstone styles I make at Flux Studio hold a special place in my heart, not only for their beauty but for their individual personalities. For example, Tourmaline is a gemstone that naturally comes in a rainbow of colors, but also a rainbow of qualities, depending on color: black Tourmaline is excellent for energetic grounding; and green Tourmaline brings the wearer closer to their heart. And when its colors are combined together, Tourmaline can bring emotional, mental, and spiritual balance. Although the natural gemstones I use have incredible healing qualities on their own, each person wearing them should take care of themselves - mind, body, and spirit - in order for the stones to do what they do best. If you're not granting yourself enough sleep; allowing unhealthy thoughts to take control; or experiencing headaches from a lack of hydration, it's essential to take care of yourself before putting that healing role on the gemstones. Because we're each responsible for our own healing: it takes honesty and discomfort to recognize where we're holding ourselves back, but it's crucial in figuring out the healthiest way to move forward. If we're not doing our best and lying to ourselves in the process, we can't put that fault on a piece of jewelry. The gemstone jewelry you buy at Flux Studio is meant to enhance your life, whatever life you choose to live. Herkimer Diamond, especially, is a gemstone that can amplify whatever energy you're in - so if you're focusing on past mistakes, your Herkimer Diamond will push you deeper down that rabbit hole. But when you decide to focus on your growth, Herkimer Diamond will boost your confidence and open your mind to greater possibilities. That's why your mindset has such an effect on your energy, especially while wearing gemstones. As soon as you take on the driver's seat of your life, the gemstones you bring along for the ride will assist you however you need.
The additional styles I've designed that are meant for healing - like the fidget rings and inspirational pieces - are all created to work with you and embrace all phases of life. I love creating memorable pieces with personalized details, like the Morse Code bracelet or necklace, because they can be a heartfelt reminder of a lost loved one or pet that stays with you each day. These are some of my favorite styles to make because each of you has something beautiful and special to say, as you allow me a glimpse into your life. Ever since I started making jewelry almost five years ago, my goal was to create personal pieces that encourage each customer to customize something that feels just right for them. There's nothing worse than buying a piece of jewelry that you just don't exactly love (I exaggerate, but you get the idea!). I love offering these customizable styles because of the healing that comes with memorializing a person, a moment in time, or an experience that you always want to treasure.
Here at Flux Studio, healing is not a buzzword or a trendy topic: healing is full of honesty and accountability, which sometimes includes grief, anger, and a whole lot of tears. Though we can find healing in a cozy night in; putting together a puzzle with family; or watching our favorite childhood movie, it isn't always pretty. To find true healing, there's depth and patience required to create positive change for the long-run because the healing never stops. What we can feel great about one day can break us down the next. Life is all about duality, a delicate dance between the break down and break through. In healing, we must accept that we're ever-changing, developing healthier habits, and extending grace to the versions of ourselves that didn't know better. But no matter what phase of healing you're in, I hope there's a piece of jewelry here at Flux Studio to accompany you on that journey. Remember to take care of yourself each day, creating a mindset that helps you instead of hurts you. Take each day in stride and know that those challenges are meant to strengthen you. Your jewelry can be a helpful part of that journey when you allow it to be.
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