Red – The Stimulator

Following some of the Healing Properties of Red – Red is a stimulating and highly energizing color (vibrant, sometimes aggressive masculine energy), therefore it can energize you when you are feeling tired and sluggish or are dreading something that you have to do, it is a great pick-me-up if you are feeling depressed or lethargic – you can be sure that this color choice will overcome it.

It will bring out your potential and tell you it’s time to go for it!

Red is nature’s sexual signal. We flush when we are sexually aroused, and our lips go redder, which is why women wear lipstick – we are subconsciously imitating this primal state.

Healing Properties – Red may help when:

you need courage and self-confidence
are anaemic
feel tired or indisposed
have poor blood circulation
you are cold
need renewed energy
Should you be under pressure and suffer from stress be careful as red can also stimulate anger, temper and aggression. It also aggravates irritability.

It governs the base of the spine, the spinal column, adrenals, kidneys, bladder, colon, legs and blood. This energy is used in relation to the physical, self-preservation and survival mode. It should be used for grounding, security and for courage.

Use this color as a sensory stimulant, creating instinctual behaviour, getting in touch with primal instincts, family matters, as well as, creating spontaneous and active behaviour.

POSITIVE

Leader, tenacious, dynamic perseverance

NEGATIVE

Lustful, intolerant, cruel, the bully, warmonger

POLARITY

GROWTH – DESTRUCTION

ED relates to the Root or Base Chakra which is situated at the base of the spine.