
GEOLOGICAL
Hematite is the most important ore of iron. It is also used as a pigmemt & as a polishing powder.
The name is deruved from the Greek word for ‘blood’ as this is the colour of powdered Hematite.
Hematite is steel-grey to black, sometimes iridescent, opaque with a reddish brown streak which is more apparent in its massive raw form.
It can be found in Britain, Italy, Brazil, Sweden, Canada & Switzerland.
ATTRIBUTES
Hematite is particularly effective at grounding & protecting.
It harmonises mind, body & spirit.
Used during out-of-body experiences, it grounds the spirit back into the body.
It dissolves negativity & prevents negative energies from entering the aura.
Hematite is said to be of benefit in legal situations.
Mentally, Hematite is strong & supports timid personalities, especially woman as it has a strong yang element.
It is a useful stone for using to overcome addictions & over-indulgences.
It stimulates concentration & is particularly good for studies of mathematics & technical pursuits.
Hematite has a powerful connection to blood. It restores, strengthens,regulates & draws out heat.

HEALING
Aids circulatory problems, blood conditions & regenerates tissue.
It stimulates absorption of iron & the formation of red blood cells.
It treats leg cramps, anxiety, insomnia & aids spinal alignment & fractures.
POSITION
Place or wear at the base & top of the spine to aid in spinal problems or on appropriate place for healing or calming.
Do not use on inflamed areas or for prolonged periods of time.



GEOLOGICAL
Howlite in its natural form is generally creamy white with darker marbling. It can also be obtained in a blue colour although this is artificially coloured.
ATTRIBUTES
Howlite is an extremely calming stone. Placed under a pillow, it is an axcellent antidote for insomnia, especially if caused by an over-active mind.
It links into the spiritual dimensions, preparing the mind to receive wisdom & insight. It assists in out-of-body journeys & helps in accessing past lives.
Focusing your sight into a piece of Howlite can transport you to another time or dimension.
Placed on the third eye, it opens memories of past lives, including those in the between-life & spiritual dimensions.
Howlite formulates ambitions, both spiritual & material, & iads in achieving them.
Psychologically, Howlite teaches patience & helps to eliminate rage & uncontrolled anger. A piece placed in your pocket will absorb your anger & any that is directed towards you.
It also strengthens positive character traits.
This stone strengthens memeory & stimulates a desire for knowledge.
Howlite can calm turbulent emotions, especially those that have past-life causes.
HEALING
Howlite relieves insomnia. It also balances the calcium levels within the body & iads teeth, bones & soft tissue.
POSITION
Place on appropriate area or hold during meditation or to absorb anger.
Place around bed or under pillow for treatment of insomnia. Keep it in a pocket to absorb negativity.
SPECIFIC COCLOURS HAVE ADDITION PROPERTIES:
BLUE-although artificially coloured, Blue Howlite still retains its healing properties. It aids in dream recall & in accessing the insights dreams bring.


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