Hematite is a graphite-colored metallic crystal.
Hematite crystals have their own healing properties and are aligned with one of the seven chakras. These unique characteristics can help you determine if you should start wearing Hematite crystal jewelry.
This post is focused on teaching you more about your new Hematite crystal fidget jewelry. If you're looking for general information about crystals and crystal healing, check out our Crystals 101 guide.
What is Hematite Crystal Jewelry Worn For?
Hematite is also known as the "stone of the mind". Hematite crystals have four healing properties that explain why people wear it.
Healing Property 1: Protection
The first healing property associated with Hematite crystals is protection. Many crystals are used to protect the person wearing them from negative energy and bad things in the world. Hematite is one of those crystals.
If you feel like you've been having really bad luck or that a lot of negative things have been happening in your life, it could be a sign that you should start wearing Hematite jewelry for protection.
Healing Property 2: Balance
Hematite crystals are also associated with balance. You know when your mind and body feel like they aren't communicating and everything feels out of balance? Hematite could be what you need.
If you know you're getting ready to enter a time of the year where you feel off balance and not yourself, you might want to consider incorporating Hematite crystals into your healing practice.
Healing Property 3: Concentration
Hematite earned its nickname as the "stone of the mind" because it's known to have the ability to enhance focus and help with clarity of thought. This crystal is celebrated for improving concentration and encouraging productivity.
If you're someone whose mind tends to wander or you struggle to stick to completing one task at a time, it could be a sign that you should start wearing Hematite crystal jewelry.
Healing Property 4: Strength
The final healing property that gives Hematite crystals their powers is strength. Predominately mental strength since the other healing properties deal with the mind, however, it can improve physical strength as well.
This could be the strength to stand up for yourself, the willpower to stick to a new workout routine, or feeling empowered to conquer your day.
These healing properties are what the stone of the mind are revered for. If those associations resonated with you, it could be a sign that Hematite is the right crystal for you.
Hematite Crystal Chakra
Hematite is primarily aligned with the root chakra. The root chakra is tied to our physical identity—when it's out of alignment we aren't very secure in who we are. Hematite is believed to help realign that chakra leaving you feeling more sure of yourself.
What Zodiac Sign Should Wear Hematite Crystal Jewelry?
Since a crystal's healing properties are meant to enhance qualities a person already possess, and offset weaknesses they feel they have, it only makes sense that certain zodiac signs would benefit more from certain crystals.
For this stone, Aries would benefit from wearing Hematite crystal jewelry. The crystal would amplify their fearlessness and motivation. It would help restore balance to their mind and body to stop them from acting impulsively.
How Do You Activate Hematite Crystals?
There's not necessarily a process to 'activate' a crystal. Instead, there is prep you should do when you get your Hematite crystal jewelry to make sure it's ready to be used in your healing practice.
If you are new to crystal healing, you might not know that it's important to cleanse your crystal of any negative energy that might be tied to it. Your crystal will go on a journey to get to you when you order it: it will be handled by someone on our team that packages it up, by a mail carrier, and any additional parties that are involved in the shipping process. In transit, it's possible that your crystal encountered negative energy that could hinder its full healing abilities.
To ensure that your crystal is cleansed of any negative energy, try one of the cleansing methods below:
- Charge it with sunlight or moonlight. The first method you can use for cleansing Hematite crystal jewelry is to charge it in the sunlight or the moonlight. If you decide to use the sun, find either a sunny spot in your home or leave your crystal outside when it's sunny to charge it with positive energy. Never leave your crystal exposed to the sun for more than an hour as it could affect the color of your Hematite. If you decide to use the moon, find a spot in your home that has access to the moonlight and leave your crystal there overnight. It's best to do this during a full moon when it's most powerful.
- Wash it with salt water. The next method you can use for cleansing your Hematite of negative energy is to wash it with salt water. If you live near a salt water source, this might be a preferred method for you. Leave your crystal jewelry in the salt water for a few minutes and ensure your Hematite is fully dry before you begin wearing it.
- Use a sage smudge. A third method of cleansing you can use for Hematite is taking a sage smudge and rubbing it on your crystal jewelry. Sage is an herb that absorbs negative energy.
- Scrub it with a brush. The final cleansing method you can use for Hematite crystal jewelry is scrubbing your crystal with a soft-bristled brush under a running water source. Do not include soap when you're scrubbing. Again, make sure your crystal jewelry is completely dry before you begin wearing it.
After engaging with one of these methods, you're ready to start healing with Hematite! Every month or so, you'll want to use one of the above methods to remove any negative energy your crystal jewelry came into contact with during daily wear.
Begin Healing With Hematite Crystals
To engage in the act of crystal healing, you need to start with yourself. Ask yourself if you have any doubts or skepticism about crystal healing. If you do, that can hinder the crystal healing process, lowering the potential effects it might have. Clear your mind and allow yourself to accept whatever Hematite might give you.
After opening your mind, it's time to set an intention for your healing process. Intentions should be short and specific. You also want to keep the associations and healing properties of Hematite in mind when setting your intention. For Hematite, you might consider setting an intention to offer you clarity to uncover what has been causing you stress and anxiety.
Once you've set an intention, hold your Hematite element in your hands and speak your intention Into the crystal. Repeat this a few times so it's clear how you'd like crystal healing with Hematite to look for you. As you wear your Hematite ring, keep your intention in mind. Think about how your decisions might align with that intention.
Experience Clarity of Thought with Hematite Crystal Jewelry
Now that you know more about your Hematite crystal ring, it's time to start practicing crystal healing! We hope that you receive the intended effects you had for your crystal element.
If you enjoy your Hematite crystal ring, check out our full crystal collection to see what other crystals you can incorporate into your healing routine.
Hear From the CONQUERing Community
Need more convincing that Hematite crystal jewelry is for you? Check out these reviews from the CONQUERing Community about their Hematite crystal fidget rings:
"I love how dark silvery it looks, definitely a new favorite to add to the list!!"—Sacha M. about the Hematite Round Crystal Element
"What a beautiful hematite!...I LOVE it!!"—Lacy B. about the Hematite Round Crystal Element
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