Crystal System:	Trigonal
Manner of Formation:	Secondary & Rarely Primary
Mineral Class:	Carbonate
Hardness:	2.5
Astrological Sign:	Aries
Vibratory Number:	3
Chemical Formula:	MgCO3 + Ca,Fe,Mn

Physical
Because Magnesite contains high levels of Magnesium it is helpful for those who have trouble absorbing this mineral. Magnesite can also help with detoxifying and purifying the body and can help to reduce body odour. It is a muscle relaxant and can help with period pains, stomach and intestinal cramps and vascular cramp. Magnesite helps to relieve the pain of Gall Bladder and Kidney stones. It is good for treating teeth and bone disorders and can also slow blood clotting. It is said to be helpful in relieving headaches, especially migraine and is also said to help with convulsions and epilepsy. Magnesite speeds up fat metabolism and can help in lowering cholesterol levels. It can stimulate the heart and associated arteries and is good at regulating body temperatures, helping to lessen both fevers and chills.

Mental/Emotional
Magnesite helps to stimulate both new, dynamic and creative thoughts and ideas and also helps us to put those ideas into action. Magnesite fosters a positive attitude to life and helps us to rid ourselves of self-deceit. Magnesite is a calming stone and can help us if we are of a nervous or fearful disposition. It helps us to love ourselves and to love other people too, stimulating both heart-felt love and passion also. It helps us to overcome irritability and intolerance and instils patience. Magnesite strengthens our ability to listen more attentively to others.

Spiritual
Magnesite can bring about a deep peace when we relax or meditate. It can help us to experience the very heart of silence. Magnesite works on our crown chakra and assists in promoting both visualisations and imagery during meditation.

Magnesite