Psychology of colors
Like death and taxes, there is no escaping color. It is ubiquitous. Yet what does it all mean? Why are people more relaxed in green rooms? Why do weightlifters do their best in blue gyms?
The Colors You Wear Can Reflect Your Emotional State.
Colors often have different meanings in various cultures.
Color is very powerful. Though we tend not to be consciously aware or it, color has a stronger influence on us than music or sound. We just tend to be more aware of the affect that tone and sound have on us than that of light and color. Close your eyes and imagine the world as a black and white photo. What does the fall look like in black and white? What does the winter look like? What does the spring look like? What does the summer look like? I rest my case. Color is very powerful force in our lives.
Color is constantly present in our lives and yet we tend not to really be aware of it. It has the power to completely change our mood and even our physical health. Expressions like “painting the town red”, “I’m feeling blue” or “He’s a yeller’- belly” show us just how completely imbedded color is in our reality. We already have an intuitive knowledge of color we just need to access that knowledge. This can be done very easily through our emotional, gut reaction to it. By just consciously focusing on color we can reclaim our knowledge of it and use its power in our lives.
White
Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity. White reflects light and is considered a summer color. White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything. However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors. Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility.
Black
Black is the color of authority and power. It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner. It is also stylish and timeless. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men. Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil. Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black. Black absorbs all light in the color spectrum. Black is often used as a symbol of menace or evil, but it is also popular as an indicator of power. It is used to represent treacherous characters such as Dracula and is often associated with witchcraft. Black is associated with death and mourning in many cultures. It is also associated with unhappiness, sexuality, formality, and sophistication. In ancient Egypt, black represented life and rebirth. Black is often used in fashion because of its slimming quality. Consider how black is used in language: Black Death, blackout, black cat, black list, black market, black tie, black belt.
Red
The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention.
The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing. Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy.
Blue
The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.
Green
Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, refreshing color. People waiting to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Brides in the Middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility. Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth. However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck.
Yellow
Cheerful sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. It is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration, hence its use for legal pads. It also speeds metabolism. Yellow is also the most fatiguing to the eye due to the high amount of light that is reflected. Using yellow as a background on paper or computer monitors can lead to eyestrain or vision loss in extreme cases.Yellow can also create feelings of frustration and anger.Yellow can also increase the metabolism.Since yellow is the most visible color, it is also the most attention-getting color. Yellow can be used in small amount to draw notice, such as on traffic sign or advertisements.
Purple
The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial. Purple also represents wisdom and spirituality. Purple does not often occur in nature, it can sometimes appear exotic or artificial.
Brown
Solid, reliable brown is the color of earth and is abundant in nature. Light brown implies genuineness while dark brown is similar to wood or leather. Brown can also be sad and wistful. Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favorite colors.
Pink
Pink is essentially a light red and is usually associated with love and romance.Pink is thought to have a calming effect. One shade known as "drunk-tank pink" is sometimes used in prisons to calm inmates. Sports teams sometimes paint the opposing teams locker room pink to keep the players passive and less energetic. While pink's calming effect has been demonstrated, researchers of color psychology have found that this effect only occurs during the initial exposure to the color. When used in prisons, inmates often become even more agitated once they become accustomed to the color.
Orange
Orange is a combination of yellow and red and is considered an energetic color. Orange calls to mind feelings of excitement, enthusiasm, and warmth. Orange is often used to draw attention, such as in traffic signs and advertising.
Red was used to stimulate the body and mind and to increase circulation.
Yellow was thought to stimulate the nerves and purify the body.
Orange was used to heal the lungs and to increase energy levels.
Blue was believed to soothe illnesses and treat pain.
Indigo shades were thought to alleviate skin problems.
COLOR THERAPY
Color is light. The rainbow is light that is broken down into its basic components of 7 different vibrations. We see those vibrations as red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. These 7 different colors exist within us in the 7 subtle energy centers in our bodies called chakras or wheels. These subtle energy centers are spinning vortexes of light and in turn correspond to the body’s glandular system. They each spin at a different velocity, each emanating one of the 7 colors of the rainbow. When a chakra is balanced and healthy it spins in a clockwise direction. When it is out of balance it spins counter-clockwise. One of the ways that you can promote balance and health in your chakras is to wear the corresponding color for that chakra.
Reds
Promotes Being grounded
Feeling energized & safe in the world
Being clear minded & able to face challenges
Red corresponds to your root chakra and empowers your adrenal glands. It forms the physical layer of your aura, also called your etheric double, which replicates your physical body on a subtle energy level. It is located at the base of your spine and is about 12 inches in diameter. It is responsible for distributing energy to your organs of elimination, your coccyx and sacrum, and your legs, ankles and feet. Astrological Correspondences Hindu or Vedic System –Zodiac signs are Capricorn & Aquarius, planets are Saturn & Uranus Ancient Chaldean System – Zodiac signs are Aries & Scorpio, planet is Mars.
Oranges
Promotes The ability to feel happiness in the simplest of pleasures
Being Creative
Having balanced emotional & sexual relationships.
Orange corresponds to your sexual-navel chakra and relays energy to your reproductive glands. It emanates the emotional body of your aura, which contains the vibration of your feelings. It is located between your navel and your pubic bone. It activates your reproductive organs, kidneys, and low back. Astrological Correspondences Hindu or Vedic System – Zodiac signs are Sagittarius & Pisces, planet is Jupiter Ancient Chaldean System – Zodiac signs are Taurus & Libra, planet is Venus
Yellows
Promotes Being centered
Feeling confident, secure & in command of your life
Assimilating life events
Yellow corresponds to your solar plexus chakra and is related to your pancreas. It produces the mental body of your aura, which reflects your mental attitudes. It is located over your diaphragm and stomach. It sends energy to your liver, gall bladder, and spleen.
Greens and Pinks
Promotes Being emotionally open & optimistic
Feeling self-love, love of others, brotherly love & spiritual love
Green and pink corresponds to your heart chakra and energizes your thymus gland. It creates the spiritual body of your aura, which demonstrates your ability to give and receive divine love. It regulates your heart, lungs and mid-back.
Turquoises
Promotes Creativity Self-Expression
Good communication
Turquoise corresponds to your throat chakra and activates your thyroid gland. It creates your astral body, which is related to your ability to express yourself and connect with spirit guides and guardian angels. It strengthens your cervical spine, vocal chords and trachea.
Blues
Promotes Logic, insight & perceptivity Mental clarity
Objectivity
Being aligned with a higher source
Indigo corresponds to your brow or third-eye chakra and is linked to your pineal gland. It emanates the celestial body layer of your aura, which connects you with the energy of the cosmos. It is located in the center of your forehead. It moderates your central nervous system.
Purple
Promotes Feeling a sense of being loved & at peace
Violet corresponds to your crown chakra and is connected to your pituitary. It creates your causal or ideational body level of your aura, which links you to the divine. It is located just above the top of your head. It regulates your brain.
The Colors You Wear Can Reflect Your Emotional State.
Colors often have different meanings in various cultures.
Color is very powerful. Though we tend not to be consciously aware or it, color has a stronger influence on us than music or sound. We just tend to be more aware of the affect that tone and sound have on us than that of light and color. Close your eyes and imagine the world as a black and white photo. What does the fall look like in black and white? What does the winter look like? What does the spring look like? What does the summer look like? I rest my case. Color is very powerful force in our lives.
Color is constantly present in our lives and yet we tend not to really be aware of it. It has the power to completely change our mood and even our physical health. Expressions like “painting the town red”, “I’m feeling blue” or “He’s a yeller’- belly” show us just how completely imbedded color is in our reality. We already have an intuitive knowledge of color we just need to access that knowledge. This can be done very easily through our emotional, gut reaction to it. By just consciously focusing on color we can reclaim our knowledge of it and use its power in our lives.
White
Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity. White reflects light and is considered a summer color. White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything. However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors. Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility.
Black
Black is the color of authority and power. It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner. It is also stylish and timeless. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men. Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil. Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black. Black absorbs all light in the color spectrum. Black is often used as a symbol of menace or evil, but it is also popular as an indicator of power. It is used to represent treacherous characters such as Dracula and is often associated with witchcraft. Black is associated with death and mourning in many cultures. It is also associated with unhappiness, sexuality, formality, and sophistication. In ancient Egypt, black represented life and rebirth. Black is often used in fashion because of its slimming quality. Consider how black is used in language: Black Death, blackout, black cat, black list, black market, black tie, black belt.
Red
The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention.
The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing. Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy.
Blue
The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.
Green
Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, refreshing color. People waiting to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Brides in the Middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility. Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth. However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck.
Yellow
Cheerful sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. It is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration, hence its use for legal pads. It also speeds metabolism. Yellow is also the most fatiguing to the eye due to the high amount of light that is reflected. Using yellow as a background on paper or computer monitors can lead to eyestrain or vision loss in extreme cases.Yellow can also create feelings of frustration and anger.Yellow can also increase the metabolism.Since yellow is the most visible color, it is also the most attention-getting color. Yellow can be used in small amount to draw notice, such as on traffic sign or advertisements.
Purple
The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial. Purple also represents wisdom and spirituality. Purple does not often occur in nature, it can sometimes appear exotic or artificial.
Brown
Solid, reliable brown is the color of earth and is abundant in nature. Light brown implies genuineness while dark brown is similar to wood or leather. Brown can also be sad and wistful. Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favorite colors.
Pink
Pink is essentially a light red and is usually associated with love and romance.Pink is thought to have a calming effect. One shade known as "drunk-tank pink" is sometimes used in prisons to calm inmates. Sports teams sometimes paint the opposing teams locker room pink to keep the players passive and less energetic. While pink's calming effect has been demonstrated, researchers of color psychology have found that this effect only occurs during the initial exposure to the color. When used in prisons, inmates often become even more agitated once they become accustomed to the color.
Orange
Orange is a combination of yellow and red and is considered an energetic color. Orange calls to mind feelings of excitement, enthusiasm, and warmth. Orange is often used to draw attention, such as in traffic signs and advertising.
Red was used to stimulate the body and mind and to increase circulation.
Yellow was thought to stimulate the nerves and purify the body.
Orange was used to heal the lungs and to increase energy levels.
Blue was believed to soothe illnesses and treat pain.
Indigo shades were thought to alleviate skin problems.
COLOR THERAPY
Color is light. The rainbow is light that is broken down into its basic components of 7 different vibrations. We see those vibrations as red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. These 7 different colors exist within us in the 7 subtle energy centers in our bodies called chakras or wheels. These subtle energy centers are spinning vortexes of light and in turn correspond to the body’s glandular system. They each spin at a different velocity, each emanating one of the 7 colors of the rainbow. When a chakra is balanced and healthy it spins in a clockwise direction. When it is out of balance it spins counter-clockwise. One of the ways that you can promote balance and health in your chakras is to wear the corresponding color for that chakra.
Reds
Promotes Being grounded
Feeling energized & safe in the world
Being clear minded & able to face challenges
Red corresponds to your root chakra and empowers your adrenal glands. It forms the physical layer of your aura, also called your etheric double, which replicates your physical body on a subtle energy level. It is located at the base of your spine and is about 12 inches in diameter. It is responsible for distributing energy to your organs of elimination, your coccyx and sacrum, and your legs, ankles and feet. Astrological Correspondences Hindu or Vedic System –Zodiac signs are Capricorn & Aquarius, planets are Saturn & Uranus Ancient Chaldean System – Zodiac signs are Aries & Scorpio, planet is Mars.
Oranges
Promotes The ability to feel happiness in the simplest of pleasures
Being Creative
Having balanced emotional & sexual relationships.
Orange corresponds to your sexual-navel chakra and relays energy to your reproductive glands. It emanates the emotional body of your aura, which contains the vibration of your feelings. It is located between your navel and your pubic bone. It activates your reproductive organs, kidneys, and low back. Astrological Correspondences Hindu or Vedic System – Zodiac signs are Sagittarius & Pisces, planet is Jupiter Ancient Chaldean System – Zodiac signs are Taurus & Libra, planet is Venus
Yellows
Promotes Being centered
Feeling confident, secure & in command of your life
Assimilating life events
Yellow corresponds to your solar plexus chakra and is related to your pancreas. It produces the mental body of your aura, which reflects your mental attitudes. It is located over your diaphragm and stomach. It sends energy to your liver, gall bladder, and spleen.
Greens and Pinks
Promotes Being emotionally open & optimistic
Feeling self-love, love of others, brotherly love & spiritual love
Green and pink corresponds to your heart chakra and energizes your thymus gland. It creates the spiritual body of your aura, which demonstrates your ability to give and receive divine love. It regulates your heart, lungs and mid-back.
Turquoises
Promotes Creativity Self-Expression
Good communication
Turquoise corresponds to your throat chakra and activates your thyroid gland. It creates your astral body, which is related to your ability to express yourself and connect with spirit guides and guardian angels. It strengthens your cervical spine, vocal chords and trachea.
Blues
Promotes Logic, insight & perceptivity Mental clarity
Objectivity
Being aligned with a higher source
Indigo corresponds to your brow or third-eye chakra and is linked to your pineal gland. It emanates the celestial body layer of your aura, which connects you with the energy of the cosmos. It is located in the center of your forehead. It moderates your central nervous system.
Purple
Promotes Feeling a sense of being loved & at peace
Violet corresponds to your crown chakra and is connected to your pituitary. It creates your causal or ideational body level of your aura, which links you to the divine. It is located just above the top of your head. It regulates your brain.
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