How to turn Labradorite On
There’s something undeniably captivating about Labradorite. It’s one of those crystals that people are powerfully attracted to. It reaches deep into the heart, drawing us to it as if it’s an old friend—an ancient friend.
Maybe it’s the flash—the labradorescence—that iridescent play of color that shimmers from its unassuming grey-green matrix. Sometimes vibrant blues and golds. Sometimes violets and fiery oranges. But here’s the thing: you don’t always see the magic right away. You have to shift your angle, let the light catch just right. You have to work for it. You have to look deeper. If you never look further than your first glance, you will never see the hidden light and colour.
Just like life.
Embracing Duality: The Dance of Light and Shadow
Labradorite physically holds two distinct phases in one form: the opaque and the luminous. The hidden and the seen. The earthly and the etheric. It embodies duality—and harmonizes its opposite parts with a graceful ease. Just like Labradorite, we can hold space for both the shimmering and the shadow. We can be magnetic and mysterious. Bold and subtle.
Its yin/yang nature shows us how to be in balance with all the parts of who we are. And that we don’t need to show the world all the parts of ourselves, all at once, every time.
Always "on"
Labradorite is attractive. It magnetizes people to it and it can show us how to do the same. But it also shows us that we can be inconspicuous when we need to. That it’s ok, not to always be “on”. That we can spend time in the quietude of solitude and that can be as beautiful.
This stone invites us into sacred balance. Into harmony with the full spectrum of our being. And we get to decide when to turn on the power and when to let it sleep—by following the rhythm of our own cycles.
Un-invisible
Labradorite’s unexpected appearance of colour and light reminds us of the unseen magic within. It also reminds us that when people don’t notice our inner radiance, we might feel insignificant or invisible. This stone being invites us to gently question whether this is because they are not really looking or if we’re not allowing ourselves to be seen.
It is true that sometimes those who come into our lives may need to look deeper to witness our magic. But if we truly want to be seen, sometimes we need to show ourselves to the world. We don’t have to reveal everything. We have the power to choose what we show and what we keep private. As we play with that dynamic, we will come to see that we can show people the truth of who we are without having to give away any of our secrets.
A Personal Message for This Moment
This mystical stone is showing up for me at a time when I need its message most—just as I’m preparing to reveal a new side of myself to the world through my upcoming Magical Women’s Circle. (Link to immortal).
The gift I have received from labradorite, is exactly what I want to give to my community—the comfort of knowing that I can reveal my most powerful truths—or not. And either way, I am held and I am safe. I want to create a space where we can share our deepest secrets and most colourful stories and know that no one will run away screaming—where the women beside us have stories that are even more magical.
Final Thoughts: Becoming the Magic
Labradorite’s flash is not always easily seen. It waits for the right light, the right moment, the right angle to shine. It may not show all its magic at once—but when it does, it’s unforgettable.
It reminds us:
- Quietude can be just as powerful as visibility.
- We can rest and still be potent.
- We can shine in ways that are felt, not just seen.
With this stone in our hands or in our hearts, we can remember to be discerning in what we reveal about ourselves to others while being fearless about showing up in our truth.
When to call on Labradorite
Carry Labradorite with you when expanding beyond your comfort level and showing up in the world in bold new ways. Or if you want to be able to quietly appreciate all of your beautiful colours without needing outside approval.