What is Obsidian?Obsidian is a volcanic glass. Obsidian AssociationsChakras - Base ChakraZodiac - Scorpio, SagittariusElement - Earth/FireVibration - Number 1Typical colours - Black, silvery or brown Healing with Obsidian♥ Purification ♥ Transformation ♥ Fulfilment ♥ Metamorphoses ♥ Manifestation ♥ Practicality ♥ Psychic abilityObsidian is truth-enhancing.  A strongly protective stone, it forms a shield against negativity.  It blocks psychic attack and absorbs negative energies from the environment.  Obsidian draws out mental stress and tension.  It stimulates growth on all levels, urging exploration of the unknown and opening new horizons.  Brings clarity to the mind and clears confusion.  Helps you to know who you truly are.  Obsidian dissolves emotional blockages and ancient traumas.  Promotes qualities of compassion and strength.Obsidian aids the digestion and detoxifies.  It reduces arthritis pain, joint problems and cramps.  Warms the extremities.Lava Stone♥ Dream work ♥ Enhancing creativity ♥ Communication ♥ Cleansing negativityLava Stone, (also known as Basalt, or Lava Rock) is an igneous volcanic rock. It has solidified from molten lava, after conditions of intense heat and pressure.Chakras - Base ChakraZodiac - Taurus, CancerPlanet - EarthElement - Fire & EarthVibration - Number 1Typical colours - Grey to black.Lava Stone is a grounding stone that strengthens one's connection to Mother Earth.It gives us strength and courage, allowing us stability through times of change. It provides guidance and understanding in situations where we may need to "bounce back".A calming stone, it is very useful in dissipating anger. It promotes positive changes where needed in behavioural issues.Lava Stone enhances fertility.In addition, Lava Stone is a wonderful essential oil diffuser. Simply add a few drops of your favourite essential oil and enjoy the added therapeutic benefits it brings. Hematite♥ Focus ♥ Concentration ♥ Willpower ♥ Reliability ♥ Courage ♥ Confidence ♥ Optimism ♥ Trust ♥ Balance ♥ Stability ♥ ProtectionHematite is also often spelled Haematite.Chakras - Base ChakraZodiac - Aries, AquariusPlanet – MarsElement – Fire/EarthVibration - Number 9Typical colours - Black to steel or silver-grey, brown to reddish brown, or redHematite grounds and protects us.  It strengthens our connection with the earth, making us feel safe and secure.  It endows us with courage, strength, endurance and vitality.  A "stone for the mind", Hematite stimulates concentration and focus, enhancing memory and original thought.Hematite utilises the magnetic qualities of our yin-yang energies to balance the meridians within the body and to provide a stable equilibrium between the ethereal nervous system and the physical nervous system.  It focuses energy and emotions for balance between the body, mind and spirit.Dissolves negativity and prevents you from absorbing the negativity of others.  Haematite 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. Haematite restores, strengthens and regulates the blood supply, aiding blood conditions such as anaemia.  It supports the kidneys and regenerates tissue.  Stimulates the absorption of iron and formation of red blood cells.  Treats leg cramps, anxiety and insomnia.  Hematite aids spinal alignment and fractures.