Larvikite is a member of the Feldspar family. It is sometimes misleadingly called "Black Moonstone" or "Labradorite" due to its Feldspar classification.
Larvikite Associations:
- Chakras: Base Chakra
- Zodiac: Aquarius
- Element: Water
- Numerical Vibration: 8
- Typical Colours: Dark grey, dark blue to black with a blue or steely coloured flash
Larvikite is a grounding and protective stone.
Spiritual and Emotional Benefits:
Larvikite is cleansing to the subtle bodies and facilitates a strong connection with Earth energy, enhancing contact with the spirits of Nature. It stimulates inner visions and psychic abilities, aiding past life recall and providing clarity in spiritual insights. Larvikite neutralises unwanted energies or spells and repels negativity. It encourages intellectual strength, creativity, and the exchange of wisdom. The stone helps us see ourselves through the eyes of our higher self, teaches patience, and supports completion and closure of goals. It promotes rational decision-making and understanding of complex situations, enhancing adaptability and emotional balance.
Physical Benefits:
Larvikite assists the brain in absorbing new information and creating new neural pathways. It may support learning difficulties, enhance vitality and youthfulness, and aid in stroke recovery and overall brain function. Larvikite cleanses and purifies body tissue, harmonises metabolism, aids muscular detoxification, calms nerves, and helps regulate blood pressure.
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Hematite, also spelled Haematite, is the mineral form of Iron Oxide. It is commonly used in healing jewellery and crystal therapy for grounding, protection, and energy balancing.
Hematite Associations:
- Chakras: Base Chakra
- Zodiac: Aries, Aquarius
- Planet: Mars
- Element: Fire / Earth
- Numerical Vibration: 9
- Typical Colours: Black to steel or silver-grey, brown to reddish-brown, or red
Hematite is a powerful grounding and protective stone, promoting:
♥ Focus ♥ Concentration ♥ Willpower ♥ Reliability ♥ Courage ♥ Confidence ♥ Optimism ♥ Trust ♥ Balance ♥ Stability ♥ Protection
It strengthens our connection with the Earth, helping us feel safe and secure, and supports the creation of healthy energetic and emotional boundaries. Known as a “stone for the mind,” Hematite enhances concentration, focus, memory, and original thought.
Hematite balances yin-yang energies, aligning the body’s meridians and stabilising the ethereal and physical nervous systems. It dissolves negativity, protects from absorbing others’ negative energies, and boosts self-esteem, willpower, and confidence. It also aids in overcoming compulsions and addictions, such as overeating or smoking.
Physical Benefits:
Hematite supports blood health, stimulates iron absorption, and promotes the formation of red blood cells. It helps with anaemia, kidney function, tissue regeneration, leg cramps, anxiety, insomnia, spinal alignment, and fracture healing.
Crystals Containing Hematite:
Hematite is also found in Tiger Iron, combining grounding and vitality with additional protective properties.