The Aqua Colour Booklet...

The background of colour consciousness
What is light and colour? 
Introduction to the colours
Getting started
Aqua Colour Charts
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INTRODUCTION TO THE COLOURS

THE NATURE OF RED
The Psychology of Red
Red is the spirit of life, full of power, zest, energy, and drive. It is courage and liberation, sensual prowess and excitement. Those who relate to red have a burning desire to achieve, but tend to act without thinking. Red personalities are fighters and at best are fine leaders but always the physical is to the fore. They are builders of great things from very little. Red people are great explorers, with tremendous energy of the life force at their command. At its best red aims to ensure a satisfying and passionate love life. Those connecting with red must watch not to bully and to appreciate that there are people physically weaker than they are. The great pioneers, military leaders, and entrepreneurs reside under the colour red.

Red Associated Parts of the Body
Red glands in the body are the ovaries and the gonads. Red relates to the reproductive organs - the genitals. Another area of red is the blood and circulation. 

Emotional Healing of Red
Red is a fiery force and it eliminates negativity, emotional blockages, and helps the shy person to come out of themselves. It puts your life back on track.

Suggested Physical Use of Red
Red can be beneficial in easing stiff muscles and joints, counteracting hypothermia, helping paralysis, and as a tonic for anyone who catches colds and chills easily. It fortifies the blood.
Caution: Do not use red for heart conditions.


THE NATURE OF ORANGE
The Psychology of Orange
Orange people are genial and optimistic, warm hearted, and love parties and socializing. They are self-reliant, very practical, but love its freedom. In its role of assimilator, orange tests and rejects, constantly battling change. Orange people can, however, be unkind practical jokers. Orange has the ability to shatter and break down barriers. It will not let sleeping dogs lie. It brings up the past so as to eliminate outdated patterns of behaviour. It moves you on. Orange has strength, but not the physical strength of red; it is more subtle. Orange removes inhibitions and psychological paralysis. Sportsmen relate to orange, as are community leaders.

Orange Associated Parts of the Body
The glands relating to orange are the adrenals. Orange in the body relates to the lower back and intestines, the abdomen, and the kidneys. It also governs the adrenal glands.

Emotional Healing of Orange
Orange is the colour for dealing with grief, bereavement, and loss. It alleviates shock and helps relieve emotional paralysis.

Suggested Physical Use of Orange
Orange is helpful with asthma, epilepsy, bronchitis, torn ligaments and broken bones. It can help alleviate intestinal cramps, menopausal symptoms, and the effects on the body caused by shock. 

THE NATURE OF YELLOW
The Psychology of Yellow
Yellow is the brightest colour of the spectrum. It is the colour of the scientist; it unravels and reveals, leaving no stone unturned. The yellow personality is no good at pacing itself. It loves new ideas, but needs to get its priorities right. Yellow has no hesitation - it decides quickly and acts immediately. Its favourite pastime is networking, being the greatest communicator. Journalists and entertainers are found under yellow. When something is revealed to a yellow person, they immediately store it away for future reference. Yellows are brilliant at making a quick fortune, but not so good at hanging on to it. Yellow despises pettiness. It always broadcasts a feeling of well-being. Yellow people are sunny and willing unless thwarted, when they can become acid and sharp-tongued. 

Yellow Associated Parts of the Body
Yellow is connected to the pancreas. It also relates to the solar plexus, liver, gall bladder, spleen, digestive system, middle stomach, and to the nerves.

Emotional Healing of Yellow
Yellow clears away low self-esteem. It is the great counsellor and will bring to the surface what the person needs to look at. It lifts depression and shyness. 

Suggested Physical Use of Yellow
Yellow can help stimulate the lymphatic system and the hormones. It encourages weight loss. It can be beneficial for removing waste from the system, and promoting gastric juices. It can also aid the treatment of skin and nervous disorders.


THE NATURE OF GREEN
The Psychology of Green
Green is harmony and balance - it stabilises. Green is the bonder of the spectrum; it is midway between the hot magnetic colours of red, orange, and yellow, and the cooler electric colours of blue, indigo, and purple. Green gets to the core of the matter. The green personality likes business and making money, and will be generous with it, as lavish entertaining is their pleasure. It is an emotional colour, as relationships are most dear to them. Green people like to be seen contributing to society. Doctors and nurses are classic green, but, green people must be careful not to do things at the expense of themselves. People who relate to green love to collect possessions, but they will collect only the best. Greens can have conflicting ideas, which makes it difficult to lead a settled life. However, their clarity is a trait which allows them to discriminate wisely.

Green Associated Parts of the Body
The green gland is the thymus. Green is connected to the heart, chest, shoulders, and lower lungs. Green can help to restore balance to cells out of sync with the rest of the body.

Emotional Healing of Green
Green aids the memory. This makes green an important colour for healing because many of our physical and mental illnesses result from events in the past. Green is soporific; it cools the emotions and helps with claustrophobia. Use green to calm hyperactive children. Green dispels negative emotions and is useful for nervous conditions.

Suggested Physical Use of Green
Green can be beneficial for biliousness and ulcers, and for soothing headaches; it can help control blood pressure and heart conditions. Green neutralises an overload of any other colour; use green as a tonic.

THE NATURE OF BLUE
The Psychology of Blue
Blue is the spirit of truth, moving into the higher order of intelligence. The blue personality is the refined seeker of wisdom, with the recognition that there is something to be learned in everything. Blues can have lofty ideals that can make them appear rather aloof and remote. This personality is peace with a purpose and not peace at any price. ‘Still waters run deep’ is a blue motto. They do not like to draw attention to themselves, and value honour, integrity, and decency. Although blues do not like upsets, they often cause them. They are masters of manipulation, and are so good that you may not know that you have been manipulated. Blue is family roots; it takes one back to the rituals that marked out the family identity. Those relating to blue are highly inventive in the realms of science and the arts; poetry and writing are classic blue professions.

Blue Associated Parts of the Body
The blue glands are the thyroid and parathyroid. Blue is connected to the throat area; It also relates to the upper lungs and arms, including the shoulders, and the base of the skull, 

Emotional Healing of Blue
Blue is a useful colour in sick rooms, especially for the terminally ill. It can help relieve a stiff neck brought about by a fear of moving forward. It also helps to bring about an acceptance of that which cannot be changed.

Suggested Physical Use of Blue
Blue is helpful in reducing fevers, inflammations, and with incontinence. It is beneficial in relieving modern stresses, and to bring down blood pressure. It can also benefit sciatica and sun-stroke, and for nosebleeds and internal bleeding.

THE NATURE OF INDIGO
The Psychology of Indigo
There is no in-between for the indigo personality - it is all or nothing. Structure is indigo's safety net. They are lovers of justice and will defend other people's rights. Creating law and order is an aphrodisiac to indigos. A very dramatic colour, they are up in the clouds one minute and down in he dumps the next. Members of the acting profession, the priesthood, and judges all come under indigo. Indigos know when to move and when to hold fast. Indigo personalities have unshakable beliefs and will uphold the establishment to the end; they love maintaining the ancient way. But, they must take care not to become fanatics. Indigos are extremely conscious and reliable in a crisis; they just love to rescue and hold the fort.

Indigo Associated Parts of the Body
The indigo gland is the pituitary. Indigo represents the skeleton, particularly the backbone, the lower brain, the eyes, and the sinuses. 

Emotional Healing of Indigo
Indigo constantly pushes you into reviewing your life. It helps to relieve deep hurt, and addictions of any kind. It is a great healer of painful memories, and it helps a person to regain direction after being emotionally shattered.

Suggested Physical Use of Indigo
Indigo can be beneficial for sinus problems, lung and chest complaints, lumbago, and back problems. It can be helpful for migraine, insomnia, bruising, eczema, diarrhoea, and burns. It is said to promote tissue growth, and it is the strongest painkiller of the spectrum.

THE NATURE OF PURPLE
The Psychology of Purple
Purple represents the aristocracy of spirit, revealing a richness with quality. Those who relate to purple are the visionaries and the spiritual masters. Purples can see and hear without using the physical senses; they use psychic perception on an everyday basis. A purple personality will command respect. But, they only work well if they are the leader of the pack. Self-employment suits them best. They strive for spiritual perfection, as they naturally expect to be in high places. Purples are always found in the corridors of power. They also understand that isolation is the price they must pay for their royal attributes. They are basically peacemakers and great protectors of others, but they must watch for a tendency to pompousness and self-importance. Painters, musicians, mystical leaders, and the clergy work with purple. It is poise and humility.

Purple Associated Parts of the Body 
The pineal is the purple gland. Purple physically represents the top of the head, the crown, brain, and scalp. 

Emotional Healing of Purple
Purple helps stabilise people who are emotionally erratic. It soothes jangled nerves, strengthens the resolve, and brings forth creativity.

Suggested Physical Use of Purple
Purple can be useful for any kind of internal inflammation. It can help to relieve heart palpitations. It may benefit head, scalp, and brain problems, and may be helpful for concussion and eye irritations.

Cautions: 
Do not use for children under 10 years of age.
Purple is not recommended for use by depressives or those with suicidal tendencies.