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Colour Psychology: What colours do you need in your life?

Art Lovers | 19 May 2024

Renowned psychiatrist Carl Jung encouraged his patients to use colour as a tool to access and express the deeper parts of their psyche. Whether we realize it or not, we often do this in our daily lives through our choices in clothing, food, furnishings, and even our preference for natural environments like the ocean or forest, which we find healing and soothing.

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Multitasking Deity by BRENDAN WALSH (COLDGHOST)

Colour has the power to nourish us, and at different times in our lives, we may be drawn to different hues. These colours carry subtle energies that influence our bodies, minds, and emotions. Our connection to the natural elements is mirrored in these colours. Generally, red, orange, and yellow are invigorating, while blue, purple, and green are calming. If you find yourself low on energy, try incorporating more red into your surroundings and diet. On the other hand, if you feel restless and anxious, introduce calming blues and greens to help ease tension in your mind and body.

A Brief Guide to Colours…

RED

Fire – Represents heat, passion, stimulation, and circulation.

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Latent Emotions 010624 by REBECCA (WING SZE) LAM

BLUE

Water – Symbolizes coolness, depth, relaxation, and calmness.

Belinda Nadwie Art Australian Artist Winter Shadows

Winter Shadows by BELINDA NADWIE

YELLOW

Sun – Conveys warmth, self-worth, optimism, playfulness, aids digestion, and promotes happiness.

GREEN

Nature – Signifies growth, fertility, harmony, balance, and supports the heart and nervous system.

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Countryside Maze by DEBRA DUFFY

ORANGE

Combination of Red & Yellow – Encourages stimulation, determination, creativity, expansion, aids digestion, and brings joy.

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Frankie Fox by KATE GRAHAM

PURPLE/VIOLET

Night Sky – Associated with dreams, fantasy, intuition, and meditation.

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Dragged into Reality by SARAH SCULLEY

PINK

Tint of Red – Evokes gentle warmth, physical tranquility, and love.

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Pink Storm by REBECCA KOERTING

BROWN

Tertiary Colour – Represents the earth, providing groundedness, stability, and support.

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Arid Land by JACOB SARRA

Personal Colour Symbolism

Your personal interpretation and response to a color are deeply influenced by your experiences and culture. For instance, red is considered ‘lucky’ in Chinese culture, while pale blue might remind you of your grandmother’s tablecloth, invoking a sense of nostalgia and comfort.

Beyond any guided list, your individual response to colours is what truly matters. Trust your feelings and find the colours that resonate with you personally.

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