Aquamarine and the Courage of Stillness: Winter Wisdom from the Crystal Library

What if stillness wasn’t weakness - but a quiet form of courage? 

In this Crystal Library episode of Big Crystal Energy, host Ashleigh Bodell explores the serene, steady magic of Aquamarine - a crystal long associated with emotional clarity, calm strength, and gentle truth. Recorded on the Winter Solstice, this episode reflects on the contrast between seasonal chaos and the deep wisdom that winter invites us to embody.

Blending personal stories, ancient lore, and crystal wisdom, Ashleigh shares how Aquamarine has served as a sailor’s talisman, a symbol of emotional courage, and a guide through turbulent inner waters. You’ll learn how this pale blue stone supports honest communication, soft boundaries, and the power of slowing down - especially when life feels overwhelming.

This episode also includes a soothing winter water visualization, offering a moment of pause and presence you can return to throughout the season. Whether you’re crystal-curious or deeply intuitive, Aquamarine reminds us that clarity doesn’t come from force - it comes from listening.

Pour some tea, breathe deeply, and let winter’s quiet strength wash over you.

Key Moments: 

01:11 "Choosing Aquamarine as Birthstone"

04:01 "Embracing Winter's Natural Rhythm"

08:10 "Aquamarine: Stone of Devotion"

09:49 "Permission to Slow Down"

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 : 

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