AURA & COLOR

What is an aura?

Auras and Color

by Donna Reis

By definition, the aura is the energy field or "life force" that surrounds, encompasses and permeates all living things. The human aura is similar to a force field protecting and vitalizing every cell and organ of the body. This glowing energy has been called an electric blueprint. The aura's spiraling vibration field can be seen, felt and interpreted. Though very few are able to see the aura in all its glorious detail and vibrant colors, anyone can see or sense the area of the aura lying closest to the physical body.

Is there proof of the aura's existence?

Systematic scientific investigation has verified the existence of the aura around plants, animals and humans. The first camera to capture its motion was the Kirlian camera, developed in the Soviet Union by Valentina and Semyon Kirlian in the 1930s. Study of the aura via Kirlian photography became popular in the United States in the 1970s through work done by Kendal Johnson and Thelma Moss at UCLA. Yale research has built upon Johnson and Moss' work in determining that disease can be detected before it manifests in the physical body through the study of the aura's mysterious luminescence.

Are there types of photography that can image the full aura?

Whereas Kirlian photography is high-voltage process using emulsion plates to photograph the energy field, ColorVision Aura Imaging photography is a double- exposure process that allows you to see the aura in all its vibrant living colors as itsurrounds and encompasses you. Scientists say we can influence the "life field" with our minds and wills. If we can positively impress the aura, can we improve the circumstance of our lives? If so, how? Through the vibrations of color!

What is the benefit of aura photography?

Aura photography provides a visual image of how you are functioning mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Understanding the meanings and variations in your aura (size, shape, color vibrations, etc.) may give a deeper insight into one's self. Everything from physical health to emotional, mental and spiritual circumstances show throughout the colors of our aura.

What exactly is color?

Color is light split into different wavelengths, vibrating at different speeds and frequencies. Each color has its own vibration, with red being the slowest or longest wave and violet the fastest or shortest wave. Between black (which absorbs all wavelengths and does not reflect any color) and white (which reflects all color), we find the wonderful world of colors. This essence of the life force is all about us. Color can make chills run up and down the spine or quicken the soul. As psychologists are finding, these color vibrations have a tremendous influence upon our health, thoughts, feelings and actions.

What are chakras?

The Sanskrit word "chakra" literally means "wheel" or "circle." Within the human body is a huge column of moving energy made up of three main channels, whirling like brightly colored flowers from the top of the head to the base of the spine. Where the channels intersect, energy wheels or centers are formed; these are referred to as the chakras. Chakra is the most frequently used and descriptive word for the energy points or whirls of energy that exists within in the human body. We have seven vital chakras (as well as secondary or lesser chakras) located just to the front of the spinal column. The chakras are part of the body's auric energy, and control the inflow and outflow of the life force, also known as Chi.

What is color therapy and what are its benefits?

Our bodies have been designed to be self-renewing and self-healing. However, the body has to be maintained. If any one organ is overtaxed, our bodies run out of replenishing material and cannot cope with the overload. Even though what we see as a final product is the physical, we must remember that what happens to us on the spiritual, mental, and emotional planes have a strong and often very direct impact on the physical. When dealing with the body's mental, emotional and spiritual aspects, it is important to remember that we are dealing with living energies. When we are at the point where imbalance has occurred, it is then that we may use color therapy as a tool to help rebalance and restore ourselves.

Color therapy is very simple. It works on the same principle as tuning in a television frequency. Each chakra has a specific wavelength and governs a specific area of the body. By working with the appropriate color whose wavelength corresponds to the chakra needing help, the weakened wavelength is reinforced. This will help set in motion the regenerative and healing process of that chakra or related body cell. This brings us into balance. The vibrations of color work in both a positive and challenging way. By knowing ourselves, our positive and challenging sides, we may achieve balance by adding a vibration of the same color or by adding another color vibration. This would be determined by your Chromatologist. Chromatology is the science and study of color. If we are aware of which colors produce what vibration, then we can enhance our lives.

Here are some universal associations with basic colors:

Blue ~ Because peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, it is often used in bedrooms. It is believed that blue slows metabolic activity. Blue can also be cold and depressing or pain relieving. People are more productive in blue rooms. Blue enhances clear thinking, diligence and organization.

Green ~ Currently a popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature and is the universal healing color. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, nourishing, refreshing color. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Clear perception, self- recognition, and compassion are associated with green.

Red ~ The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates the heart to beat faster and breathing to increase. Red also increases metabolic activity. As red is the color of love, it is often used as an accent color in decorating. Decorators say that red will attract attention. Self-motivation, leadership and generosity are some qualities of the color red

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Yellow ~ Cheerful, sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, most people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. Why? Yellow is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration and speeds metabolism. Communication, observation and analysis are some attributes of yellow.

Black ~ Black is the color of authority and power. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. The qualities of black include self-sufficiency, individualism and protection.

White ~ White is associated with light. As such, it is often linked to goodness, innocence, purity and virginity. It is also considered to be the color of perfection. When used with intention, white can represent a successful beginning.

Purple ~ Purple has long been associated with royalty. It strongly symbolizes power, nobility, luxury and ambition. It conveys wealth and sometimes hints at extravagance. Purple is also associated with wisdom, dignity and independence. It is a powerful color in enhancing creativity, mystery and magic.

So, as you can see, color isn’t just something we use to brighten a room. More than simply decoration, it alters mood and in some cases actually improves health. Before you paint, take some time to think about the colors you are using. Remember, color can change how you feel!