Colour surrounds us at all times,

It is an integral part of our lives.

 

 

 

 

 

BRIEF MEANINGS OF COLOUR AND ASSOCIATED CRYSTALS

 

BLACK – PROTECTION -  Onyx, Tourmaline, Jet, Hematite, Obsidian

 

BLUE – CALMING – Blue Lace Agate, Sodalite, Turquoise, Blue Tiger-eye, Angelite

 

BROWN – THE EARTH – Tiger-eye, Wood, Brown Agates, Smoky Quartz, Jaspers

 

GREEN – BALANCE – Malachite, Moss Agate, Aventurine, Emerald, Jade

 

GREY – SERENITY – Agate, Hematite

 

ORANGE – ZEST/POSITIVITY – Carnelian, Jaspers. 

 

PINK – UNCONDITIONAL/UNIVERSAL LOVE – Rose Quartz, Rhodonite, Strawberry Quartz, Rhodocrosite, Rhyolite

 

PURPLE – UNDERSTANDING/TOLERANCE – Amethyst, Indigo Quartz, Fluorite

 

RED – ENERGY/FOCUS – Red Jasper, Garnet, Ruby

 

YELLOW – INNER WISDOM/OPTIMISM – Citrine, Yellow Jasper

 

WHITE – THE WHOLE PICTURE/CHANGE – Clear/Milky/Snow Quartz, Selenite

 

COLOURS OF THE SPECTRUM and BEYOND

Sunlight is essential for colour, without sunlight we could not live.  Colours created by sunlight have great healing power, its therapeutic uses were known about in ancient cultures.  The Egyptians used different coloured ointments and practiced in rooms painted in healing shades.

 

Within the last century, therapists have developed the use of colour to help us heal ourselves.  Each colour in the spectrum vibrates at its own rate and these vibrations correspond with the body’s inner vibrations.  When we are stressed, tired, or generally feel under the weather, we can use colour to cheer us up, this can come from our clothes, food, home furnishings, lights, all these can create the atmosphere to let your mind heal your body.  Here are a few colours to make us feel good.

 

Red eases stiff muscles and joints, especially in the legs and feet.  Red is a good tonic for a sluggish circulation or for anyone who catches colds easily.  A warm colour so wear it on cold days.  It also encourages conversation and is a good colour for those with low blood pressure.  Can bring out the passionate side of you, but use sparingly as it could make you aggressive..

 

Orange can be used to treat grief and loss, and to bring you through difficult situations, bronchitis, rheumatism and intestinal cramps can all respond positively to the colour orange.  A powerful morale booster which aids the memory and gently energises. Wear it to bring joy and lift depression, opening our channels of communication, bringing freedom of expression and can stimulate the development of ideas.

 

Yellow is the colour of sunshine and summer, helping release depression.  It helps get rid of toxins and stimulates the appetite.  It represents intelligence, stimulates mental activity, encourages rational thinking when making decisions. It is a great pick-me-up and is the colour of intellect, study, revision, and wear when taking examinations.

 

Green the colour of emotional healing, kindness, regeneration, brings visions of fields, mountain pine and spring water.  Good tonic when tired and helps balance the chakras.  Deep green can bring emotions to the surface so releasing pain ready to be re-energised.  Negative meanings of green are jealousy, envy, possessiveness.

 

Blue is a tranquil colour to reduce fever and to cool and calm a troubled mind.  It brings dignity, creativity, peace and gentleness and helps relaxation.  Blue symbolises sensitivity allowing us to look inside ourselves and assists our meditations.  Great to wear for interviews as this is the colour of communication and creative arts.

 

Indigo is associated with dreams and the unconscious mind leading us to spiritual awareness with heightened psychic powers.  This colour symbolises the strength needed to conquer our weaknesses, to break free, and to move on.

 

Violet is the colour that contains the most energy, so use this if you are feeling tired.  It can promote a sense of dignity, self-worth, and promotes spirituality and unselfishness.  It helps us learn to trust our instincts and allow our minds to soar with confidence when a new direction is needed.

 

White Universal Spirit, helps to see the whole picture, the harshness of salt to the smooth feel of marble, a non-judgemental colour, cool, clean, pure in mind, spirit and actions.  In choosing white it may mean we are thinking it is time some changes were made, if this is so, make the changes gradually or it could make others feel insecure.  Counsellors may benefit with which and turquoise ribbons in their therapy room, to keep clients cool and stress free.

 

Pink unconditional love, friendship in all its forms, helps us to forgive others as well as ourselves, a passionate colour always finding a cause to investigate.  Where there is emotional pain, pink absorbs the sadness, it was believed in ancient times that a rose quartz would shatter instead of breaking our heart, if you have been hurt emotionally wrap that pain in pink, say out loud 'I am no longer prepared to feel the way you made me feel' then think of green to regenerate.

 

Aqua/Turquoise helps get rid of toxins and stress.  Eases headaches and tension and helps us to let go of emotional pain, no matter how long ago.  Helps us to listen more effectively understanding other people's point of view, (see white).  Images of being cleansed inside and out by this beautiful colour.

 

Gold will not settle for second best, a perfectionist in danger of becoming a workaholic! This colour helps to strive for first place.  A good colour to wear for an interview or audition.  Similarly Brown is a practical soul who is at one with nature and mother earth, patience shines through, you have a lot to offer, and are a good friend.

 

Silver likened to the moon shining on water, delicate and pure, with a fluidity that is cooling and soothing to the senses.  Linked to the unconscious it brings intuitive impulses and connects with your dream-self that is mysterious and knowing.  A feminine colour, rules the tides and female cycles.