It's Raining Zen — Local services in Alton

What a truly lovely shop! It’s Raining Zen is such a beautiful place, and a must visit for anyone in the Alton area (I came in from STL specifically to go to the store, and it was very well worth the trip!)

I spent a couple of hours in the shop and very easily (and very happily!) could have spent more, as there is so much to explore. You name a genre of witchy treasure, they’ve got it—they have expansive (and beautifully displayed) collections of incense, tea, essential oils, oracle and tarot cards, books, herbs, crystals, candles, and so much more, all at very reasonable prices. (I also thought that having a free positive affirmation to take at check out was a charming touch!)

The staff could not been kinder, more welcoming, or more helpful—they create a really beautiful and inviting atmosphere in the shop. Staff members took time to answer my questions so thoughtfully and thoroughly (even as it was a busy day in the shop, they were very generous with their time.)

I also had a reading with one of the co-owners, Donna, when I was visiting, and can’t recommend having a reading with her highly enough. She was tremendously kind, and is remarkably intuitive and insightful. Everything she shared with me was very powerful and deeply resonated with me, and I know will all be very helpful in my spiritual life and growth moving forward. Highly recommend a reading with her!

I also appreciate the pride flag the shop has hanging outside and the anti-racist signs hanging within it, ensuring that all visitors know the shop is a safe and affirming space for all of its visitors.

All together, a fabulous shop to explore and a...

I am so thankful my friend suggested we take the hour drive to check this store out! When you walk in between the way the space is set up and the positive energy you feel, you know you are in the right place to find things to help elevate you. The shop is nestle in a quaint, old fashion, main street area. Each interaction with the different staff members was a positive one and I would imagine that working there has to be a fun environment because otherwise their attitudes could have been different, (like you see at other stores) I had a few questions about some of the items and I was appreciative of the patience the workers had because I am sure I wasn't the first one to ask multiple questions, so I was shocked when I learned one of the people I had been "bothering" was an owner. All of the items they were selling had great quality and I was happily amazed by the fantastic prices on things. I can't wait to go back for another visit. If you are looking for anything metaphysical, this is the...

I absolutely love this store. I was not at all expecting to find a place like this in Alton, but I'm so glad I did.

The place is bursting full of things. There's dozens of types of crystals, incense, books, tarot cards. There's jewelry and worry stones and pendants. There's tote bags and wall hangs and statues and pyramids. If you need something hippie or metaphysical, this place probably has you covered.

We ended up going twice in two days, because we had something else to get to the first day and ran out of time to properly explore the place.

The staff was super helpful and funny as hell. Shout out to the guy who recognized the Loki runes on my pendant and showed me his Loki tattoo. He was there both days we went, and was super nice.

I hope I get a chance to come back, and I highly recommend poking around. Even if you don't think you need something.... You...