Roy G. Biv. It's more than the rainbow's acronymic name. It can define your character. These seven visible colors of the spectrum affect our physical and emotional bodies, and are vital to determining the mood of a space.

 

What Color Are You?

Color can have a profound effect on how we feel both mentally and physically without our realizing it. Color has been used as healing tool for thousands of years.  Hippocrates was given the title “The Father of Modern Medicine” and his only healing tools were color crystals, salves, dyes and oils.  Hippocrates along with the ancient Egyptians and the Native American Indians used color and colored light to heal. Below is a list of the 7 colors of the spectrum that are visible to the naked eye. Each has an affect on our physical and emotional bodies. These are important to keep in mind in order to create the mood you are seeking.

Characteristics of Red Positive Balance 

Assertive – Brave – Calm – Centered – Grounded – Decisive – Direct – Dynamic – Energetic – Faithful – Firm – Independent – Initiator – Involved – Leader – Passionate -

Practical – Quick – Responsible – Revolutionary - Risk-Taker – Secure – Stable – Sincere – Spontaneous – Strong – Sturdy – Vigorous – Warm

 Too Little Red 

Avoiding – Closed – Feeble – Flighty – Incautious – Insecure – Instable – Irritable – Passive – Suspicious – Tired of Life – Unfaithful – Uninvolved

 

Too Much Red 

Angry - Brutally Honest – Dictatorial – Egotistical – Insatiable – Invulnerable –  Irresponsible – Naughty – Oppressive – Possessive – Stubborn – Unfair – Violent – Wrathful

 Characteristics of Orange Positive Balance 

Ambitious – Artistic – Athletic – Clairsentient – Competitive – Confident – Constructive- Creative- Energetic – Entertaining – Exuberant – Friendly – Generous – Gregarious – Handy – Humanistic – Humorous – Imaginative – Independent – Intuitive – Loving – Optimistic – Outgoing – Spontaneous – Warm

 Too Little Orange  

Antisocial – Clingy – Cowardly – Fearful – Frigid – Irresponsible – Listless – Shy - Timid

 Too Much Orange 

Destructive – Dishonest – Distrustful – Exhibitionist – Flamboyant – Irresponsible – Liar – Messy – Overindulgent – Power-seeking – Proud – Talkative – Tendency towards alcohol and drug abuse – Thief

 Characteristics of Yellow Positive Balance 

Cheerful – Clear Thinking – Conscientious – Expressive – Flexible – Fun – Intelligent – Kind – Logical – Methodical – Multi-Tasker – Outgoing – Punctual – Simple – Skillful – Straightforward – Thoughtful – Trusting – Witty

 Too Little Yellow  

Absent-minded – Confused – Detached  - Indecisive – Insecure – Lacks confidence – Mellow – Secretive – Suspicious

 Too Much Yellow  

Argumentative – Arrogant – Calculating – Controlling – Critical – Egocentric – Exaggerates – Intolerant – Pessimistic – Perfectionist – Self-centered – Sly – Stingy – Thrifty – Unfeeling

 Characteristics of Green Positive Balance 

Adaptable – Balanced – Calm – Caregiving – Comforting – Discriminating – Family Oriented – Flexible – Forgiving – Gentle – Happy – Harmonious – Helpful – Hopeful – Humble – Kind – Loving – Nurturing – Open hearted – Romantic – Self controlled – Sensitive - Sympathetic

 Too Little Green
Anxious – Apathetic – Clingy – Denies emotions – Easily despondent – Lazy – Lacks Judgment – Suspicious

 Too Much Green
Complainer – Cries Easily – Cruel – Envious – Greedy – Jealous – Heaviness – Mean – Messy – Oversensitive – Petty – Resentful – Self Centered – Sloppy – Spiteful – Tardy – Unforgiving

Characteristics of Blue  Positive Balance
Affectionate – Broad Minded – Calm – Clear Sighted – Content – Detailed – Devoted – Diplomatic – Faithful – Honest – Idealistic – Innovative – Inspirational – Modest – Nostalgic – Patient – Polite – Reserved – Stable – Tactful – Truthful

Too Little Blue
Apathetic – Distrusting – Lacks Faith – Liar – Suspicious – Unorganized

Too Much Blue 
Arrogant – Authoritative – Calculating – Critical – Dogmatic – Domineering – Fanatical – Mentally Cruel – Patronizing – Pedantic – Repetitive – Sarcastic – Scheming – Skeptical of Change – Snobbish – Stubborn – Talkative – Ultra Conservative

Characteristics of Indigo Positive Balance  
Abstract – Active - Conscientious – Environmentalist – Fearless – Friendly – Idealist – Imaginative – Involved – Kind - Non Conformist – Psychic – Practical – Proteactive – Reformist – Spiritual – Spontaneous – Thoughtful – Truthful – Unconventional – Visionary – Wise

Too Little Indigo 
Impractical – Lacking in Faith – Lacking in Truth – Timid – Uncoordinated

Too Much Indigo 
Afraid – Alcoholic – Alienated – Delusional – Drug Addict – Imprecise – Inefficient – Intolerant – Introverted – Judgmental – Paranoid – Passive – Remote – Sad – Self Centered – Suicidal – Undisciplined – Unsuccessful

 Characteristic of Violet Positive Balance 
Charismatic – Charming – Fair – Flexible – Friendly – Humble – Humanistic – Idealistic – Intuitive – Mediator – Noble – Self Sacrificing – Spiritual

Too Little Violet  

Alienated – Confused – Narrow Minded – Unfaithful

 

Too Much Violet
Calculating – Critical – Destructive – Exhibitionist – Fanatical – Intolerant – Megalomaniac – Nymphomaniac – Punishing – Snobbish – Superiority Complex  

After you read each of the color characteristics think about which best describes you at this moment in time.  Does your color or preference change with time?  Yes it does.  We change our needs and behaviors as our lives change.  Use the color you need each day in your wardrobe, your diet, your visualizations during meditation and however you can to bring balance and harmony into your life.

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By Christina Leon, Staff Writer