Benefits of Color

Red is hot. It can stimulate and excite. It connects to our physical self. Red is associated with: courage strength vitality vigor ambition alertness sexuality pioneering spirit willpower aggressiveness   Benefits may be: overcoming negative thoughts a sense of power self confidence settled-ness a feeling of security and safety appetite stimulant possible Tourette Syndrome cure   Too much red may result in: impatience increase aggressiveness hostility irritation anger Orange is warm and joyful. It connects to our emotional self. Orange is associated with: sociability social confidence success happiness resourcefulness   Benefits may be: optimism cheering anti-depressant inspiring expanded interest and activities enjoyable relationships help remove inhibitions   Too much Orange may result in: rritability slight frustration increased appetite Yellow is warm to hot. It connects to our mental self. Yellow is associated with: mental clarity cheerfulness optimism self esteem wisdom inspiration   Benefits may be: memory concentration stimulating curiosity and interest easing of depression empowerment confidence courage helps with anxiety energy aids discernment and decision making   Too much Yellow may result in: superficiality hyperactivity Green is the master color. It is refreshing and cool. It connects us to unconditional love. Green is associated with: peace renewal love hope balance harmony self control growth life   Benefits may be: stress reduction rest calmness sense of balance and normalcy relaxation   Too much Green may result in: laziness Aqua (turquoise) is cooling. It connects us to our expression. Aqua is associated with: purity soothing feeling calmness confidence oratory openness   Benefits may be: relaxation loving expressiveness freedom of expression help with sleep sensitivity   Too much Aqua may result in: none known Blue is cold and acidic. It connects us to holistic thoughts. Blue is associated with: communication creativity personal expression vitality decisiveness knowledge health   Benefits may be: mental relaxation calmness peace help with insomnia confidence in speaking clear communication help with hyperactivity in children   Too much Bluey result in: insecurity pessimism feel tired depressed cold-natured Indigo is cool and calming to the nervous system. It connects us to our unconscious self. Indigo is associated with: serenity stillness imagination understanding   Benefits may be: imagination greater intuition and awareness accurate perception strong, deep sleep   Too much Indigo result in: depression sense of separateness from others Violet is cool. It connects us to our spiritual self. Violet is associated with: inspiration creativity beauty   Benefits may be: generosity selflessness enhanced artistic ability strong, deep sleep calm nerves reduced excitement reduced irritation suppress appetite   Too much Violet result in: depression insecurity stagnate or suppress emotions (especially anger) Magenta is balancing. It connects us to devotional love. Magenta is associated with: soothing relaxing gentle   Benefits may be: balance of emotions for both the over and under emotional peace   Too much Magenta result in: can be too relaxing (not good for the introverted or chronically depressed)