A disclaimer.
I know very little about connecting with angels. (Yet!) I have no stories to share with you of feeling as though my life is divinely known or touched by them, however it would seem as though others have known or seen this on my behalf. Which I think and feel to be so beautiful.
Over the past three years I have had two people tell me directly, and one via a trusted friend, that they had seen or felt the Archangel Michael in my presence; specifically while I was speaking on stage. And the really strange thing is that when this was first told to me, my reaction was one not of disbelief but rather wonderful intrigue and joy, especially as this first time the mention of him came via an incredible intuitive coach who was also a revered psychic. Then when two more people told me the same thing, I knew enough about angels to know that was them at work with me in some way.
And my investigations lead me to learning more about Archangel Michael as the most powerful and revered angel of them all and that (ahem) he’s a bit of a hottie. Get thyself on Google to search for yourself! Archangel Michael is the guardian of fire, a divine protector, and is often portrayed carrying a sword which he uses to assist us in slaying our fears and ego. And it makes perfect sense to me now that he was there while I was speaking, which I most often do about helping people overcome fearful and non-loving thoughts.
And so when I saw a local workshop that was all about connecting with angels at a deeper level especially via the use of crystals, (run by the wonderful Adam Barralet), I was an eager sign up. I learned so much and particularly loved the focus on some of the lesser known angels we can both call upon and look out for in small ways every day. (So while my beloved Michael was spoken about, he had to put down his shiny sword and be out of the spotlight for the night. I’m not so sure he would of approved!). Here are some of the most fascinating things I learned at the workshop that I thought you might like to know too when it comes to connecting with angels in your own life.
- There are considered to be more than 6000 known angels. That’s a LOT more than I ever thought!
- What angels actually are can differ between people and even experts, but essentially they are a higher vibration of energy – light beings who we as people give form to. This is why when asked what Archangel Michael looks like, white people usually say he is white, but those who are Black or Asian will say he is of Black or Asian appearance.
- Angels do not usually come to us in a whole form where we see them fully robed, wielding a trumpet or sword and flying about with their wings in full span. That requires far too much energy for them to do that and so they communicate to us through signs and symbols. This can be things such as feathers, rainbows, meeting someone new with a strong feeling of connection or that we have met them before, a flash of inspiration, touching something and getting shivers or a feeling of instant warmth, coincidences, and intense feelings of bliss and beauty.
- The reason why connecting with angels is such a wonderful thing to do is that it allows us to tune into a small or specific part of Goddess/God/The Divine. Instead of asking all of the Divine for guidance we can connect with an angel who has known connections and powers in things such as protection, love, family, passion, or whatever else we are looking for support with. They are there for us as specific messengers, teachers and delivers of the Divine or greater spirit.
- Each star sign of the Zodiac as a specific angel of influence and a crystal that you can work with to call them into your life and energy field.
It was such a wonderful and inspiring workshop, concluding with a beautiful meditation using the crystal Angelite – which is a lovely light blue colour and useful for all angelic prayers and work. I learned so much about angels and their beautiful presence and I think more than anything it has encouraged me to continue with my work of slowing down in my every day life and simply being more open and aware of the Divine signs and symbols that may be around me, but I am not really noticing as much as I could be. Those little feelings, sights, and smells, that tell me a beautiful being is with me or whispering to me to pay attention.
If you would like to ask me what the angel and crystal is for your star sign – leave me a comment below noting whether you are a Leo, Virgo, Aries etc – and I will gladly share.
And I would also love to hear – do you feel as though you have had an angelic experience or have been connecting with angels for some time now? I would love to know more of your stories as I strengthen my own relationship to these beautiful messengers.
Hi Julie
Loved reading this, thanks for sharing. I’m a Leo, would love to know the Angel / Crystal that’s aligned with this sign!
Thanks
Michelle
I am a Leo too Michelle and our Angel is Verchiel who is the Angel of affection. The angels consider our strongest virtue to be that of leadership, especially leading with love. If we are out of balance and need more compassion for others, optimism, putting our heart into our work and life and gentleness we can call on Verchiel to assist with those things using the crystal citrine.
Much like you’ve written about I feel a connection to Archangel Michael and call upon him so often.
I’d never heard of Verchiel before, so looking forward to investigating further! I wear a citrine ring everyday, love it!
Thanks for sharing, appreciate it X
Julie! I love this post!! Thank you for sharing.
I’m a Taurus!
Thank you Christine! As a Taurus your Angel is Asmodel with your greatest virtue being seen as stability. You can call upon Asmodel to assist you with letting go of stubborness, patience, practicality and getting back to nature. The crystal you can work with to help with this and bring Asmodel closer to you is Green Aventurine.
Hi Jules, I just loved reading this! I’m an Aquarian. Love, Jess xo
Cambiel is your Angel Jess with your strongest virtue being that of vision. Cambiel helps to open your mind to big ideas, thinking outside the square and how to graciously learn from mistakes. Falconzite is the crystal that will assist you with this.
I love this so much Julie! I’ve definitely felt a stronger connection to the angels over the last few years. When I was in New Orleans, I had an oracle card reading and the first card that was pulled was the intuition card – apparently when I hone in on my intuition, I can tap into the guidance of the angels. I vividly remember one time during meditation, 3 angels visited me without really knowing whether they were true ‘angels’. When I googled them and found out they were real – it blew my mind! Angel Ezekiel came to me during a time of transition and when I found out he was the angel of transformation – again, mind blown.
I love knowing that there’s something so much bigger than ourselves that can support us. Oh and I’m an Aries so I would love to know which angel/crystal to best support me.
Tash xo
Wow Tash – thank you for sharing that with me. There is no doubt that the more time we spend in quiet or silence if possible developing and tuning into our intuition that the more likely we are to see and experience angelic gifts and happenings. It likely means there are more on the way for you!
The Angel for Aries is Machidiel who sees your greatest virtue as that of adventure. You can all upon Machidiel to assist you to be fun, childlike, brave and at times when you are scared. The crystal that will help you connect with him more deeply is Tigers Eye.
Thanks so much Julie. Machidiel makes total sense! I’m going to get my hands on some Tigerzite too. Here’s to tuning in more 🙂
Beautiful Julie!
When I was working at a wellness expo doing some energy healing in a young woman I felt the presence of many angels around her. When I asked her if angels mean anything to her she said she has been reading about them a lot lately. I think just being conscious & acknowledging them is a great start for people to connect.
My star sign is Capricorn & I’d love to know what crystal & angel are linked with it.
Thanks for sharing 🙂
I think you’re absolutely right about that Cassie. Being conscious and most of all open to beings like Angels is the path to inviting them into your life.
The Angel for Capricorn is Hanael who happens to be a personal favourite of mine as they also take care of the Priestesses of the world. Your greatest virtue is that of success and Hanael can help you with feeling more rounded, self-confidence, self-esteem and dealing with fear. Prasiolite also know as green amethyst is your crystal to assist with this.
Hi Julie,
It’s so lovely to think that these beautiful angles are with us, caring for us, guiding us. I’m Sagittarius Sun – I’d love to know which Angel is associated with Sag. I’ve read different crystals are connected to Sagittarius – Topaz and the other one is Tourmaline – although not sure if that is accurate!
Thank you.
Bridget
It is lovely isn’t it Bridget? I really love the thought we can access these beautiful higher beings if we are open to them. The Angel for Sagittarians is Adnachiel and the crystal Carnelian. Your virtue is the one of truth and you can all upon Adnachiel to help you with freedom, independence, optimism, humour, ideas and taking action.
And as for the other crystals our star signs can often be drawn to many crystals and so there is nothing to say those are not great for you too. It’s Carnelian that seems to be the best one to use for Angel connection.
Hello beautiful lady! Loved this post! I am a Cancerian and would love to know which angel/crystal is associated with my sign. Oh, and LOVED your Snap, gave me a good little giggle! 😉 xx
Oh Michelle those filters on snapchat crack me up! Today’s was so funny.
As a Cancerian your Angel is Muriel and your crystal to use is rose quartz. Your strongest virtue is that of caring and Muriel helps you to open up, trust, listen to your heart, protect you from hurt and speak your truth.
Julie,
I loved hearing about your workshop. I have felt the precense of angels the past couple of years as I have turned towards more spirituality in my life. Archangel Michael is who I turn to the most, either through my own intuition or through oracle cards. Most of all I love knowing he is their supporting and guiding me. I also have beautiful team of guides. I am a Sagittarius
Sarah xxx
Michael is a favourite of so many Sarah and a wonderful Angel to turn to for guidance. Your Angel and crystal are noted above in Bridget’s answer as she is also a Sagittarius.
More than 6000 angels!
How lucky are we 😀
Thanks for the gorgeous post as always Julie xoxox
Ps. Im a Scorpio
Indeed Krystal – so lucky!
Your Angel is Barbiel and your crystal is Pietersite. Your best known virtue as a Scorpio according to the Angels is that of passion, and you can call upon Barbiel to nurture this passion within you, understand your emotions better, convert your anger to compassion and deal with insecurities.
Hi Julie! Love your post! I’m a gemini and would love to know the associated crystal and angel. Thanks, Love Elise xx
The Angel for Gemini’s Elise is Ambriel and the crystal to use to connect with that being is Blue Kyanite. Your strongest angelic virtue is that of unity and Ambriel can be called upon by you to help you see the other side of stories, with communication and listening and also not to take on the energies of others too much.
Love this post and your new blog Julie – it’s as beautiful as you!
Like you I haven’t had direct connections but have been told a few times that I have angels and spirits around me and working through me.
Also, I had an angel reading at the beginning of the year which blew. my. mind.
I’m a Libran. Would love to know your thoughts xxx
Seems we have similar stories there Sas and as I feel you as such a kindred spirit that doesn’t really surprise me at all.
Your Angel as a Libran is Zuriel with your greatest virtue being that of balance. You can use Watermelon Tourmaline to connect with Zuriel when you are finding it hard to make a decision, are feeling out of kilter and need stability.
Watermelon is my favourite fruit 🙂 I’ll get some Tournaline and research more on Zuriel. Thanks doll – and Happy Solstice! xx
Thank you for sharing this Julie!
I loved reading about all your learned. I have felt angels before but not known which they are – more a sense of a warm glow, or a shiver (not connected to the temperature) and afterwards a very deep sense of peace that lasted a number of days. I was told last July that I have the potential for clairaudience (like clairvoyance but for hearing), and since then have been very drawn to angels and more spiritual matters.
I’m a Virgo, and would love to know what assists that star sign with Angel connection.
Thank you so much!
Rowena xx
What you describe there Rowena is absolutely what I have now learned to be an angelic presence and so I would say you’re well on your way to connecting with them further.
As a Virgo your Angel is Hamaliel and your crystal of connection Rainbow Flourite. Your greatest virtue is that of service and you can call upon Hamaliel to help you pay more attention to detail and engage in logic when you most need it.
Beautiful post Julie and I love reading about Angels and learning about their assistance and guidance. I think this recent work you’re doing is wonderful and so fantastic that you continue to work on yourself as well as with others to continue to inspire and share your joy and share your ever growing wisdom. It’s fascinating to learn of the deeper connection through the use of crystals, I look forward to meditating with some Tigerzite. I’m an Aries ✨
Thank you Liza – I am so loving exploring this side of myself and my life and business further. It feels deeply calling. Enjoy that Tigers Eye.
Hi Julie!
I absolutely loved reading this! I am a firm believer in angelic connections and loved every word. I’m a Scorpio xxxx
I am a believer too Bianca! Your Angel and crystal details as a Scorpio are as above with fellow BYCA coach Krsytal.
Hello Julie I’m a Scorpio, what is my crystal and angel. Btw randomly I feel like you like Adeles music.. Is that true?
Hey Josh – I do like Adele. Good pick up and your Angel and crystal as a Scorpio are noted above in a reply to Krystal.