The Fascinating World of Colour

Colour is the language through which nature speaks , it is part of the underlying nature of the Universe; colour is a universal language. As part of the natural energies emanating from the sun , colour surrounds us . It fills our bodies and interacts with our own energies , and has been used since early times to heal. Colour healing was part of the ancient wisdom taught and practised in the great temples of Egypt , Greece , China , Tibet , Mayan culture and was part of the tribal lore of North American Indians. The use and knowledge of light and colour virtually disappeared during the Dark Ages & was only revived again in the 19th century through the work of Newton , Goethe and others. The techniques and teachings from ancient literature are now being rediscovered and revived within the tenets of a modern scientific framework. In recent years, the scientific community has come to accept that the human body is more than just flesh and bone and that it has components that are energetic in nature.   Colour is energy. At a scientific level it is understood in the context of the electro-magnetic spectrum which extends from the longest wavelengths of electricity and radio waves , to the shortest of gamma and cosmic rays. Light , the field in which the rainbow of colour appears , is the visible portion of the electromagnetic spectrum.   From the scientific spectrum , the order in which the colours appear says something of their different natures. Red is the first colour to emerge from the infra red end of the spectrum. It has the longest wavelength and shortest frequency of all the colours & it can be compared with large rolling waves hitting the shore – they don’t come in so fast , but when they come in , they bring a  lot of power with them. Red is the most energizing and warming of all the colours. Violet , the last of the visible colours before the energy moves in to the ultra violet end of the spectrum has the shortest wavelength and highest frequency. It may be compared to the smallest and most gentle waves lapping at the shore. Violet is the most soothing and cooling of the colours.   The messages of colour go far beyond descriptions such as energizing or soothing. While science can measure some properties of light and some of the effects of colour on the body-mind , each colour carries a whole array of messages that speak to the different levels of our being and experience eg physical , emotional , spiritual and mental. We have an instictual knowledge of this language which is demonstrated in our everyday speech when we talk about feeling blue , being green with envy , red with rage , in the pink.   Because we are beings of energy  , we subconsciously respond to the energy of the various colours in our choice of our clothing , home fittings etc. Our colour choices reveal aspects of our personalities , feelings , blockages , behavioural patterns and emotional state. Each part of our body resonates to a different colour and when we are ill or troubled we can use the appropriate colour to harmonise our varied vibrations and restore equilibrium.    Colour , Chakras and AURAS   Think about how you feel when you meet somebody for the first time – do you feel comfortable or not? Your internal response is a consequence of “feeling” the other person’s energy field or colour vibration. We are energy , we are light – the only difference between different people is in the speed of vibration. The colours of a person’s aura therefore depend on the speed of vibration , and are also associated with the activity of the chakras. If your vibration is of a certain colour , it indicates that your attention is currently focussed on a particular area of your body. For example , if your aura colour (or rate of vibration) is in yellow , you could be sensitive in the stomach area and your third chakra is open at this time. You may also be involved with yellow themes such as trying to be independent or freer , involved with studying / intellectual pursuits or business activities.   Each colour has both positive as well as challenging aspects to it. Our attraction to a particular colour eg in clothing can either be a reflection of our current aura colour , or an indicator of an energy vibration that we need. There is no good or bad , but we can learn to become more aware of our body-mind connection and how well we manage it by being alert to the messages in the language of colour .

What the Various Colours Mean

RED (Base Chakra) – the colour of Courage Red is a fiery force. It puts your life back into action. It has a burning desire to get somewhere and must have its way. The red personality is that of the pioneer, the go-getter. Red is a quickener of the spirit, exhilarating but extremely practical. For healing purposes, red spices up the senses ensuring a satisfying and passionate love life. It eases stiff muscles and joints especially in the feet and legs , is a good tonic to ward off chills and colds and to stimulate a sluggish circulation. Do not use red where there is any indication of heart conditions ! PINK (Base/Heart chakra) – the colour of Love Pink is a gentler version of the fiery red element. It is a warm and caring colour and represents awakening. Passion becomes compassion and understanding , therefore unconditional. The pink personality is tender, giving and vulnerable. For healing purposes, pink passifies aggression and is an antidote for fear. It supports the development and trust in the feminine intuitive energy and is a great support for exercises in tolerance and forgiveness. It helps with hormonal imbalances and with the reproductive organs. ORANGE (Sacral chakra) – the colour of Opportunity The orange personality is a lover of freedom. Sportsmen relate to orange. Orange gives the courage to face the consequences of our actions and will not let sleeping dogs lie. It has the ability to expand and break down barriers. Orange is the colour of materialistic opportunity. The perfect friend.  As a healing use, orange helps to support in times of grief and trauma, it relieves shock and helps dissolve psychological paralysis. The kidneys also respond to orange & it is also good for alleviating intestinal cramps. It clears mucous from the system and can support the knitting together of bones. YELLOW (Solar Plexus chakra) – the colour of Intellect Yellow is the brightest colour in the spectrum. The yellow personality has the latest information and is very precise. Yellow assimilates, unravels and reveals. It also produces the greatest councillers because it has the ability to pinpoint the issue. Flexible and adaptable, the yellow person loves networking, is a great communicator, full of fun and extremely inquisitive. Physically, yellow removes toxins and stimulates the flow of gastric juices. It lifts depression and can help to relieve the symptoms associated with diabetes, rheumatism, anorexia. It helps to clear confusion and constipation. GREEN (Heart chakra) – the colour of Balance A person relating to the green aspect will strive to bring harmony to any situation. Green makes progress and is willing to share it’s prosperity. With good business prospects, green is dependable. The giver that relates to nature. The diplomat. Green is sociable, helpful and selfless and just loves the good life. Green aids the memory, which can bring about healing because most of our physical and mental illnesses result from events in the past. It relieves nausea, soothes headaches and claustrophobia. It detoxifies and increases physical stamina. BLUE (Throat Chakra) – the spirit of Truth Blue is peace with a purpose and not just peace at any price. The blue personality values honour and sincerity above anything else. Blue loves to express itself, and always advises caution to think before it leaps. Still waters run deep. The tranquil spirit. Blue can help relieve inflammation and fevers. It is useful as an aid to combat incontinence. It clears sore throats and stiff necks, soothes children’s ailments such as teething, earache and bedwetting. A great comfort for the terminally ill. It promotes weight gain. INDIGO (Third eye chakra) – the colour of Perception Indigo inspires to be the spiritual master. The indigo personality can reconcile science and religion. The great writers, actors and creators relate to this colour. Indigo loves to make rules where none exist, promotes justice and peace and always unravels the unknown. Indigo is the strongest painkiller in the spectrum and clears bacteria. It is good for sinus problems, chest complaints, migraine and eczema. It relieves lumbago and sciatica. Indigo helps with insomnia and disperses growths of all kinds. VIOLET (Crown chakra) – the colour of Peace Purple or violet is the aristocracy of the spirit. The purple personality is a visionary working with the highest levels of thought and prefers to be self employed. Has acute psychic perception on a day to day basis. Humility is the key aspect. No limitation, but can sacrifice itself for the benefit of others without being a victim. The gifted poets, writers, musicians, painters reside here, They are masters in any creative field. In healing, violet is good for any inflammation and for subduing palpitations of the heart. The colour for head problems, insomnia and concussion. Good for the immune system. Calms jangled nerves and people who are emotionally erratic. Clears skin eruptions.   Other Colours Gold Gold represents maturity, trust, wisdom, success and forgiveness. It is a soul colour and the Gold personality can surrender because it trusts completely. Transforming victimisation into victorious. Gold is used for psychological depression and can erase suicidal tendencies. It is good for phobias, and paranoia and can be used to treat scar tissue and also an underactive thyroid. Gold in the aura denotes extreme purity. Silver Silver is the colour of illumination and represents astuteness. The ability to penetrate and light up the path – it is the thread of cosmic intelligence. Silver can also be disconnected, slippery and lunatic. Silver fantasises. It is the greatest natural tranquiliser and calms the nerves as well as the hormones. It harmonises and brings about a fluid state of consciousness. Silver represents the feminine dimension of the self (whether in a male or female body). Black Black is the colour of mystery and represents the instructor, independence and is contained. On a challenging note, black represents emptiness, despair and restrictions. Through the witholding of emotions, black has a discipline that brings order out of chaos. An overload of black causes stagnation and depression and is best used with other colours to allow break through of the true personality. Use black as a steadying force & to put the psyche back on hold for a while. Black indicates that every winter has its seeds for next spring. White White is the colour of purity. It conjures up hope, is pristine , unsullied , open and benevolent. The white knight brings in help from other people in times of stress but the person who works strongly with white can in their personal life be very lonely. White can indicate a person who is stringent, stuck, sterile, in isolation. The symbol of white is peace – it is complete & contains all the colours in the spectrum. White sterilises, is antiseptic and helps to open up. Wear white on cloudy days to bathe yourself in healing white light. Magenta Magenta represents Divine Love in the little things. It is the limitless darkness out of which all light comes. It is the energy of awareness, love, precision, attention to detail and enthusiasm. On the challenging side, magenta can be perfectionistic to a fault, controlling and smothering. It can be used to heal disorders of the reproductive organs and also balances the functioning of the hypothalamus (in the brain). Magenta contains violet and red  - refer to these base colours for additional uses of magenta. Turquoise Turquoise is the colour of relationships and humanitarianism. It is sociable, personal, emotional and ambitious. Turquoise can also be unreliable, isolated, boastful and deceitful. The turquoise personality is single minded and individualistic, but is also a great friend and a lover of family life and animals. Turquoise feeds the central nervous system, soothes sore throats and the chest area (see blue and green). It relieves neuralgia rashes and self-sabotage.   See our Online shop for the Beautiful Oils of Transformation and Angel Sprays, providing you with a convenient way of bringing colour into your personal space. We can't always wear the colours we need, so the oils and sprays are a beautiful fragranced and natural way to absorb the required colour frequency. Colour products made in South africa by Divine Space : www.divine-space.com, and hold a most wonderful energy with a lots of uplifting light.