Hematite means 'blood stone' and it is an element of iron/metal, which is why Hematite is an essential stone to work with during your spiritual journey. In Ancient Rome, Hematite was a popular stone for decorative purposes. 

Hematite focuses energy and emotions for balance between the body, mind and spirit. Dissolves negativity and prevents you from absorbing the negativity of others. Hematite is strong, supporting timidity, boosting self-esteem and survivability, enhancing willpower and reliability, and imparting confidence.

Hematite is strong, supporting timidity, boosting self-esteem and survivability, enhancing willpower and reliability, and imparting confidence. It helps to overcome compulsions and addictions, treating overeating, smoking and other forms of overindulgence.