Color Symbolism: Rainbow Connections to Healing

Welcome to this compilation of the meanings of colors! It's intended to pair a curiosity of symbolism with a heart for rainbow hues and their magical effect on our inner work.

Consider where you interact with each color intentionally or unconsciously: decor in your home, crystals + gems you carry, foods ingested, candles lit, appearances in dreams or visualizations, the clothes you wear and beyond... or which ones you avoid!

I had a delightful time designing each collage image and drew inspiration from my friend, Nyasha Williams’ unreleased, color-coded collage oracle deck she’s currently working on. If you like my visuals, you’ll want to stay connected with her upcoming projects.

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We'll begin with black which will lead us to the Shadow Portal, a place for which I have underground support to offer you.

BLACK SYMBOLISM: POWER + POTENTIAL

BEFRIENDING THE DARK

Defined by its absence of color and absorption of light, black invites us to reclaim power + brings initiations from the underworld.

Signifier of depth, black is represented in the mystery of soil, darkness of night, and wisdom of turning inward. Black indicates transformation, mourning and death.

Supportive qualities of black include independence, the strength to advocate for self and provision of emotional boundaries.

As a wizard of nuance, black holds numerous negative connotations yet it prompts prosperity and respect. Black contains the dichotomy of horror and beauty.

Black is protective. It reveals obstacles and also holds the remedy to remove them.

Connected to discipline, intensity, and deep ambitions, black points us to potential.

Go to the edges of the shadow portal to define aspects of the past that hold the power to inform our future. Get my guide for shadow path practices and prompts.

Continuing from the top of the rainbow but base of the body, red links us to the Root Chakra, a foundational energy center for which I have optimizing insight to offer you.

RED SYMBOLISM: DESIRE, DRIVE, DANGER

DARE TO HAVE YOUR NEEDS MET

Red is a notoriously primal color reminding us at is basis of blood and fire. Both give life, stimulate vitality and provide bodily warmth. Interacting with these two mediums requires confidence and courage.

It evokes intense impulses of love, alertness, and power. As a sign of initiation and achievement, red promotes movement -- including elimination and destruction.

We can utilize the pungent visual performance of red to pursue our passions, promote protection against negativity, and symbolize sacrifice.

But, beware of incoming danger and defiance. Red has the ability to turn your attention toward what's safe for you or what isn't.

Learn to live rooted with red. Get my guide for root-coded authenticity practices and prompts here.

Now, onto orange which connects us to the Sacral Chakra, a vibrant energy center for which I have soothing insight to offer you.

ORANGE SYMBOLISM: BALANCE OF BOLDNESS

MATURING IS SEEING SENSITIVITY AS SUPERPOWER

Orange, a mix of red and yellow, is arousing and friendly. As a relational color, orange points to what and who stimulates us.

It's a color of creativity. It encourages the bold but also invites in balance. Typically exuberant and joyful, indulgence in orange can provoke connection to powerful emotions and boost physical performance.

Orange's familiar warm glow accentuates sensual delights. It may represent maturation and autumn harvest as well as contentment.

Open to optimism with orange. Get my guide for sacral-coded surrender practices and prompts here.

Here we go with yellow which bridges us with the Solar Plexus Chakra, a mentally mighty energy center for which I have discerning insight to offer you.

YELLOW SYMBOLISM: COURAGE + CAUTION

THE POWER OF BEING SEEN

The color yellow radiates enthusiasm and enables our force of expertise. Go-getter and anxious are two sides of the same golden coin.

As a highlighting hue, yellow directs energy toward the most important and intelligent communications. Through the power of concentration or by way of warning, it stimulates vision.

Yellow's warmth invigorates what was once withdrawn. It places a spotlight on areas of shame, victimhood, and disloyalty. On the sunny side, yellow brings a cheerful, lucky charm type vibe to the function.

Initiate the inegrity of your personal shine with studies of yellow. Apply your desire to learn toward studying the self. Get my guide for solar plexus and self-belief building practices and prompts here.

Next is green which couples us with the Heart Chakra, a lush energy center for which I have fulfilling insight to offer you.

GREEN SYMBOLISM: ECOLOGY OF EASE

RELATIONSHIP REJUVENATION

Green is the color of life. Nature is abundant with verdant variations and nurturing remedies.

Embodied by plants, green sings the song of spring. It awakens feelings of growth, renewal and healing.

In the emotional space, green evokes compassion and hope. It soothes and promotes restfulness. Unfavorable associations include envy, nausea and immaturity.

Green’s supportive contributions don’t stop in the organic realm; it’s modern association with money is obvious... However, true riches like bodily wellbeing, fresh foods, and lots of love are embedded in the essence of green.

Gain the gifts of growth with green. Get my guide for heart chakra and abundance attunement practices and prompts here.

Getting cooler, let’s cover blue which merges us with the Throat Chakra, an expressive energy center for which I have transformational insight to offer you.

BLUE SYMBOLISM: CALM, COOL, UNLIMITED

TO ETERNITY AND BEYOND

Blue, the coolest color, spans the skies and seas. It’s association with water brings on a meditative and reflective mood while it’s ties to the sky suggest heavenly transcendence.

Blue is “true”. It communicates honesty and sincerity. It slows us down. Often associated with sadness, it’s a color that allows us to decompress and dive deeper within.

Although blue celebrates loyalty and godly devotion, the coldness can read as detachment. You can count on blue for a bit of luck and effectiveness against the evil eye.

Cloak yourself in the clarity of blue. Get my guide for throat chakra and clarity expanding practices and prompts here.

Now for indigo which weaves us with the Third Eye Chakra, a mystical energy center for which I have esoteric insight to offer you.

INDIGO SYMBOLISM: INTIMACY + INTUITION

OPEN TO INSIGHT

Indigo is an invitation for acceptance. It’s gentle hue suggests a more reserved version of blue that hints at managing responsibility and pleasure in service.

The intuitive and interior access of indigo lends to traits of closeness and sensitivity making it a color of home and humanity.

Indigo augments possibilities of peace through the prowess of perception. It represents wisdom, care and spiritual connection.

Enhance your imagination with indigo. Get my guide for third eye chakra and stillness practices and prompts here.

Lastly, we reach purple which unites us with the Crown Chakra, a blissful energy center for which I have cheerful insight to offer you.

PURPLE SYMBOLISM: PEAK + PRECIOUS

THE HIGHEST HONOR

Purple, a mix of red and blue, unites opposites then takes them to the top. It is ornate elevation: royal, rich and rare — which can be lonely…

As the final color of the rainbow, purple ushers the dying and signifies completion. It holds proximity to the sacred and fosters love. At times vividly playful, in others, sober and sophisticated.

Purple is rich in magic and universally romantic. It calls us toward mysterious and luxurious devotion to the divine.

Benefit from the bliss of purple. Get my guide for crown chakra and joy-filled practices and prompts here.

Which color currently calls to you? Did you learn something new?

If you’re looking for additional resources on this topic, the two books I referenced most are: Color Magic for Beginners by Richard Webster and The Book of Symbols from Taschen (fav).

As an extension of color symbolism into the energetic healing side of these hues, you can explore my chakra-based downloadable courses. From a place of my unique identity, I teach you about subtle shifts and explain their significance in your wellbeing. The influence of my inspiring messages will impact the day to day moments that define your quality of life.

I hope you have a colorful day and technicolor dreams! Bliss be with you.