Malachite and Metamorphosis: Gothic Symbolism, Earth Wisdom, and the Magic of Transformation

What does Malachite have in common with gothic storytelling, emotional transformation, and deep earth wisdom? 

In this hypnotic Crystal Library episode of Big Crystal Energy, host Ashleigh Bodell unravels the layered magic of Malachite - a stone of protection, emotional honesty, and metamorphosis. Inspired by the swirling green dress from Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation of Frankenstein, Ashleigh explores Malachite’s vivid patterns, its geological origins, and its symbolic connection to intuition, compassion, and personal rebirth.

You’ll discover the stone’s protective lore, its role in guiding us through emotional crossroads, and simple ways to work with Malachite in your rituals, creativity, and daily grounding practices.

Whether you’re crystal curious or a seasoned practitioner, this episode invites you to explore the intersections of literature, intuition, and earth magic - and to let Malachite mirror your own unfolding transformation.

Tune in, breathe deep, and celebrate the beauty of becoming.

Key Moments: 

01;12  Malachite: Gothic Beauty Explored

05:25 "Malachite: Symbolism in Design"

08:00 "Malachite: Nature's Dynamic Mineral"

11:47 "Symbolism of Malachite"

14:17 "Honor Transformation and Crossroads"

Meet Ashleigh Bodell  - your guide to the mystical and the magical on the Big Crystal Energy Podcast.

By day, she's a dedicated orthopedic physician assistant, but by night, she dives deep into the metaphysical, exploring crystals, energy work, and the unseen forces that shape our world. From childhood fascinations with witches and faeries to a transformative rediscovery of crystals, Ashleigh’s journey bridges science and spirituality, the practical and the mystical. A mom, a wife, and a seeker, she brings a relatable, no-fluff approach to exploring the “spooky and kooky” side of life. Through Big Crystal Energy, she creates a space where the magical and the mundane coexist - because we don’t have to choose between our careers, families, and the call of the unknown.

Tune in as she uncovers wisdom from crystal healers, spiritual coaches, and magic makers, inviting you to embrace your own big crystal energy.

Connect Ashleigh : 

https://www.instagram.com/bigcrystalenergypodcast/

https://www.instagram.com/mystical.mama.ash

Please message me with any questions or comments.
bigcrystalenergypodcast @gmail.com