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The Magic of Color - Blue |
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A hue of blue, Turquoise is a symbol of youth, both the color and the gemstone, it is also a color with a soothing effect. Turquoise is the color of communication, it contains both the qualities of green and blue. The gemstone turquoise has ling been used in amulets and talismans to provide protection, health, strength and confidence. Aqua or Teal is the color of high ideals and all things lofty, inspiration being it's backbone. Also a hue of blue and green it also carries the properties of both colors, just at a level less demanding. Add some blue into your life when you are looking to:
Blue will give you a feeling of distance, as it is the color that artists use to show perspective. It is also contains a cool vibration that is helpful with all forms of communication. When the vibration of blue can be used to open blocked energy flow, encouraging relaxation and peace. Therapeutic uses for blue include activating the digestive system and circulation of fluids in the body, it calms, relaxes and combats anxiety and discouragement, which is quite beneficial on a whole.
Blue Gemstone PropertiesIn addition to their own metaphysical properties, blue gemstones also carry with them the color properties. A true blue represents faithfulness, loyalty, openness, light blue freedom, and dark blue responsibility and respect for others. Wear blue in jewelry or clothing freely as it is a wonderful color that compliments almost anything. Darker blues for a stable, calm feeling, lighter blues for freedom and inspiration. Any and all shades of blue will help generate good communication whether it is with yourself or others. Try using blue notes when you are in need of help remember a speech or other communicative information. Some of the more common gemstones that reside in the blue shades include lapis lazuli, sodalite, iolite, sapphire, azurite, kyanite, chalcedony, and dumortierite. As well, other stones in this area are turquoise, aquamarine, and blue topaz. Click here for more
information on blue or indigo gemstones.
Chakra Association with BlueBlue is the color associated with the 5th, or Throat Chakra which lies directly at the base of the throat and provides energy to the thyroid gland. When energy flows freely through the throat chakra one will be more open to new experiences. Such individuals will be more able to express themselves fully and stand up for their beliefs. Some gemstones associated with the Throat Chakra are aquamarine, chalcedony, turquoise, angelite, kyanite, opal, pearl, and blue topaz. Although not all of these stones are strictly blue, they have special association to the 5th, or Throat Chakra . Check out the Magic of other colors...Red
- Pink
- Brown
- Orange
- Gold
- Yellow
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Blue
is the coolest color in the color spectrum; it is the color of the sky,
the ocean, sleep and twilight. Ancient Egyptians used the blue
gemstone Lapis Lazuli as a representation of heaven. Blue is also used
to symbolize the Virgin Mary. The right shade of pure blue is
the color of spirituality, of inspiration and sincerity. It is
a calming color which makes is a wonderful choice in the home, especially
for babies. Blue is such a calming and soothing color, it is often
the choice for sleepwear.