The Red Aura Color Personality
The Red Aura Color Personality relates to the EARTH element, shades of Red-Orange, Red, and Red-Violet, the Melancholic temperament, the Root (Muladhara) chakra, the season of Winter (esoteric and pagan), Capricorn, Taurus, and Virgo, the Tarot Suit of Coins, The Tree of Life: World of Assiah (of Making, Materializing or Made), the sense of Smell, the Physical Body/Material World, FORMATION, the emotion of Depression, and LAM (part of God's name). It vibrates at 396 Hz.
Red Health Correspondences
The root chakra corresponds with the joints, muscles, bones, nervous system, skeletal structure, base of the spine, anus, rectum, genitals, sexual organs, heart and circulation, legs, feet, and sense of smell. It also supports the kidneys and adrenal glands.
Red Color Meanings & Associations
Associated with the root/base chakra, survival, passion, action, and physical power.
- Red: Practical, physical, sexual, grounded, realistic, and excitable.
- Rose Red: Love for the family.
- Pink: Loving, universal love and truthfulness, self-love, "brotherly and sisterly" love, affection, compassion, harmony, love of art and beauty, sensuality, and tenderness.
- Darker Pink: This may imply immaturity.
Red Color Emotional/Mental State
Active, physical, dominant, courageous, materialistic, energetic, strong, sexual, passionate, determined, leadership, achievement, or money-oriented, quick-tempered, nervous, impatient, and excitable.
The Red Aura Color Personality (Strengths)
Reds are down-to-earth and very physically and materially oriented. Their core motive is power. That is because they are concerned with survival. However, even though survival and independence are essential, you will probably need help in finding a Red that sits down to draw up a budget. If the money is available, they spend it and then go out to earn more. Reds are usually very confident because they often do not understand how to be otherwise. Because of this, they are sometimes forceful people and need help understanding why others are not as confident or as active as they are.
Reds excel in no-nonsense jobs that require physical stamina and are willing to work with what they have without complaint. Reds are passionate about their beliefs and can become intensely emotional at times. However, they often try to avoid intellectual discussion and debate, especially when emotions are involved. They enjoy debate and power plays as entertainment and as a means to emotionally tag you (beware the RED narcissist, the worst of the worst). Afterward, they are no longer interested.
Reds are all about taking action, not sitting and thinking. Reds are very here-and-now people. If they can't taste, touch, smell, hear, or see it, it doesn't exist. They don't have the time or inclination to explore fantasy. They want concrete proof.
Red Aura Color Personality Occupations
Physical therapist, construction worker, paramedic, fireman, security officer, chef, or wrestler.
Challenges for Reds (Weaknesses)
Reds can become irritated by the complexities of relationships, becoming hotheaded and impatient when things do not go their way, to the point of lashing out at others with their anger. Reds are sometimes so self-focused that they neglect to realize that others also have feelings and needs. It would benefit the Red to respect this rather than act without care. Reds are often more concerned with outward appearances than the inner workings and values of relationships. Because of this, Reds can come across as very shallow and controlling individuals. Intimacy can be a problem for the Reds. They cannot grasp the point.
Possible Health Issues for Reds
Physical health issues might include low energy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, muscle pain, particularly low or chronic back pain, constipation and diarrhea, fistulas, fissures and hemorrhoids, sciatica, Anemia, brittle bones, Arthritis, frequent viral infections (colds, influneza, COVID-19, Herpes Simplex Virus) slow recovery, listlessness, wasting away, allergies (and Histamine Intolerance), sexual ailments, obesity, growth problems (physical), Cancer, leukemia, Restless Leg Syndrome, clumsiness, accident-prone, varicose veins, blood circulation problems, and autoimmune disorders.
Emotional health issues might involve feelings of worthlessness or fear, hyperactivity, carelessness, lack of passion, being poverty-minded, excessively timid, having low self-esteem, being the recipient of abuse or an abuser of others (see Relationship Complexities), poor motivation, single-minded obsession, inability to complete things, Depression, and suicidal tendencies. If you're having thoughts of suicide, please see Resources for someone to talk to.
See HSV & Overlapping Conditions for holistic alternatives for most of the conditions listed above.
Raising Red, Root Chakra & Melancholic Temperament Energy Levels
Receiving a low Aura Energy Self-Test score in Red implies that your life energy, or force, is weak. Who or what is robbing you of your energy? Could you use some exercise? Have you been too much in your head lately? As a Red personality, you need to kick that body into gear and turn your thoughts into actions.
You may benefit from making healthier food choices, taking a walk, or going shopping. When was the last time you had a lovely meal, paid attention to your family pet, or spent quality time with the children? How about a day at the beach or tending flowers in the garden? It's time to return to living in the world for a bit.
If you consistently score low in Red, you must reevaluate your relationships and environment at home and work. Something (or someone) may be draining your life energy through some form of negativity.
Red & Massage
Massaging the tailbone area of the lower back helps with large intestines (constipation), reproductive disorders, lower back, lower limb problems (feet, legs, bones), tailbone, sciatica, testes, ovaries, and adrenals.
Supportive Herbs for Red
Basil, benzoin, black pepper, cedarwood, cinnamon, red clover, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, holy basil, lavender, lemon, myrrh, oak moss, orange, patchouli, peppermint, rose hips, rose absolute, rose otto, rosemary, rosewood, sage, sandalwood, turmeric, vanilla, vetiver, and violet leaf.
Supportive Essential Oils for Red
Basil, benzoin, black pepper, cedarwood, cinnamon, clover, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, lavender, lemon, myrrh, oak moss, orange, patchouli, peppermint, rose, rose absolute, rosemary, rose otto, rosewood, sage, sandalwood, Turmeric, vanilla, vetiver, and violet leaf.
Supportive Stones & Crystals for Red (and Black)
Red garnet, red ruby, red jasper, red/brown tiger's eye, red coral, hematite, black onyx, obsidian, bloodstone, smoky quartz, jet, or a plain black pebble.
Red Sound: AUM
Red Musical Note: C
Foods to Energize Red
Based on color, strawberries, raspberries, cherries, red cabbage, watercress, beets, radishes, red peppers, red onions, tomatoes, chili peppers, meat, fish, nuts, red wine, and chocolate, Vitamin B-12, iron, magnesium, zinc, and essential fatty acids may benefit the Red Aura Color Personality. Olives, black tea, licorice, black coffee, and certain types of seaweed may also help.
Choosing Food & Herb Remedies Based on the Red/Melancholic Temperament
The Melancholic doesn't do well with spicy or processed foods. Stale, rancid, or astringent foods, soy, too many nuts (especially peanuts) and beans, nightshades, especially tomatoes, and eggplant, will bother the Melancholic temperament. The Melancholic fares better with diets containing meat.
The idea is to provide your body with nutrients opposite your dominant humors to correct humor imbalances. Let's say you have a primarily COLD/DRY constitution. You would choose HOT and WET (MOIST) nutrients to create balance and restore health and wellness.
HOT Choices: Choose from onions, garlic, chicken, horseradish, walnuts, duck, lamb, garbanzo beans, lemon, apple, olives, aged cheeses, peppers, chai, cloves, ginger, cardamom, any foods or nutrients that stimulate the metabolism or make one sweat. Foods served hot or roasted are also considered "heating" foods, as they create warmth.
WET (Moist) Choices: Wet and moist foods are also considered "heavy". Choose from beef, eggplant, avocados, apricots (WARM/MOIST), cherries, watermelon, peaches, dark red and blueberries, oysters, all fat from meat and fish, various types of meat in moderation, licorice (WARM/MOIST), vinegar, lemon, coconut, and all rich or oily foods or foods that are emollient.
HOT or WET (Moist) Herb Choices: ashwagandha (HOT/WET), astragalus (HOT/WET), saw palmetto (HOT/WET), valerian (WARM), ginger (WARM), fennel (WARM/MOIST), chamomile (WARM/MOIST), mullein (WARM/MOIST), cayenne (HOT), cinnamon (HOT)
Many of the foods considered HOT are also DRY, but not all. COLD foods can also be regarded as WET, but not all.
Neutral food and herb choices include raspberries, elderberries, calendula flowers, flaxseed, chaste berry, carrots, parsley, oat straw, psyllium, motherwort, blackberries, and lemon balm.
The dietary information above is not condition-specific.
Implementing Red in Wardrobe & Décor
Helpful for vigor, recovery, success, strength, stimulation, alertness, vitality, courage, endurance, action, directness, passion, energy, physical stamina, sexuality, and charity (love). Too much red can be perceived as or imply impatience. The darker the Red shades are, the more aggressive and expressive their implications are.
Because color is absorbed through the eyes and skin, color-gazing meditations are a simple way to balance your energy and emotions. Gaze at Red for 30 seconds or longer, until you start to feel your interest wane for an instant boost of energy or calm.
Utilizing Red in Prayer & Ritual
Pink encourages love, attraction, affection, peace, close friendships, harmony, and softness. Red represents strength, courage, steadfastness, stamina, passion, sexuality, and sensuality.
Role Models Helping to Increase the Energy of the Root Chakra
People who help us increase our root chakra's energy include our parents, traditional role models such as ministers and teachers, and those who positively influence our sense of security.
Black is Often Used for Grounding the Root Chakra
Black is excellent for grounding and is a peaceful, solidifying color when used in moderation. Overuse can result in sadness or depression.
Utilizing Black in Wardrobe & Décor
Black represents mystery, strength, magic, depth, power, restriction, and formality. It can help to keep others at bay or dull over-sensitivity. If you wear black often, consider adding an accent color to your outfit with a colorful scarf, shoes, hat, or other accessories, which is especially important for Goths who typically wear black as a mainstay.
Utilizing Black in Prayer & Ritual
Black unifies physical and spiritual aspects and absorbs negative vibes, but only when negative energy surrounds you or it becomes depressing. Burn black candles only for as long as you feel the negative energy. Then, switch to a color that better suits your goals and intentions.
Brown and Grey for Grounding the Root Chakra
Brown represents sensuality and life force (reddish-brown), embodying a down-to-earth quality, a sense of being grounded and rooted, and conveying safety, earthiness, practicality, honesty, and stability. Too much brown can lead to cynicism, energy blockages, and a lack of imagination.
Grey represents neutrality, something temporary, being in transition, a change, something coming, or being in a period of waiting. Too much grey can cause indifference, depression, stagnation, or dis-ease.
Auras containing black, grey, and brown may be diseased or have negative spiritual attachments.
Engaging the Sense of Smell to Increase the Energy of the Root Chakra
Discover sense-based activities for increasing your sense of smell here.
