Color Therapy and the Seven Chakras of Healing

Violet is associated with the the crown chakra , or the energy point center at the top of the head. It's said to increase intuition, calm psychological disorders and balance physical and spiritual energies. It has been called the color of wisdom.">

Sahasrara is generally considered to be the chakra of pure consciousness. Its role may be envisioned somewhat similarly to that of the pituitary gland, which secretes hormones to communicate to the rest of the endocrine system and also connects to the central nervous system via the hypothalamus. The thalamus is thought to have a key role in the physical basis of consciousness. Symbolized by a lotus with one thousand petals, it is located at the crown of the head. Sahasrara is represented by the colour violet and it involves such issues as inner wisdom and the death of the body. Sahasrara's inner aspect deals with the release of karma, physical action with meditation, mental action with universal consciousness and unity, and emotional action with "beingnness"

From Wikipedia: Chakra

Violet is also the color of meditation so works well in rooms where you want to think introspectively, like bedrooms, studies or libraries.
Violet is used in the treatment of epilepsy, scalp disorders, mental and nervous disorders and tumors. It is also believed to help those who suffer from migraines or insomnia. Violet strengthens the lymph system and immune system and helps purify the body.
Too much violet suppresses emotions or provokes excessive feelings of arrogance. Balance it with yellow.

Indigo is a color that many of us would call navy blue. It is related to the third eye, or brow chakra and affects intuition, enhances a sense of responsibility and has a calming, sedative affect.
Physical ailments that are believed to experience relief from indigo include sinusitis and lung infections. It helps detoxify the body and slows excessive bleeding. It affects vision, hearing and the sense of smell as well.

Ajna (along with Bindu, is also known as the third eye chakra) is linked to the pineal gland which may inform a model of its envisioning. The pineal gland is a light sensitive gland that produces the hormone melatonin which regulates sleep and waking up. Ajna is symbolised by a lotus with two petals, and corresponds to the colour white, indigo or deep blue. Ajna's key issues involve balancing the higher & lower selves and trusting inner guidance. Ajna's inner aspect relates to the access of intuition. Emotionally, Ajna deals with clarity on an intuitive level

From Wikipedia: Chakra

Because of its sedative affect, indigo is not usually a good choice for rooms where there needs to be activity. It works quite well in quiet areas, though, particularly bedrooms or studies.

Too much indigo can cause a feeling of loneliness or depression. Use orange to balance these affects.

Blue is associated with the Throat Chakra. It is said to enhance communication skills, increase will power and aid artistic expression. Blue is a calming color that lowers blood pressure, lessens insomnia and eases anxiety.

Vishuddha (also Vishuddhi) may be understood as relating to communication and growth through expression. This chakra is paralleled to the thyroid, a gland that is also in the throat and which produces thyroid hormone, responsible for growth and maturation. Symbolised by a lotus with sixteen petals. Vishudda is characterized by the color light or pale blue, or turquoise. It governs such issues as self-expression and communication, as discussed above. Physically, Vishuddha governs communication, emotionally it governs independence, mentally it governs fluent thought, and spiritually, it governs a sense of security.

From Wikipedia: Chakra

Blue is also believed to help relieve migraines, chicken pox, itching, jaundice and lowers blood pressure. It eases throat problems like tonsillitis, is a stress reliever and helps eye problems like glaucoma and cataracts.

An over-abundant exposure to blue can cause tiredness or depression. Balance this with the color orange, which is blue's compliment color.

Green is a balancing color and encourages emotional stability, purity and calmness. It is connected to the heart chakra and is thought to facilitate emotional issues such as love, trust, compassion and forgiveness. An imbalance of the heart chakra promotes mistrust, jealousy, insecurity and a fear of relationships.

Anahata, or Anahata-puri, or padma-sundara is related to the thymus, located in the chest. The thymus is an element of the immune system as well as being part of the endocrine system. It is the site of maturation of the T cells responsible for fending off disease and may be adversely affected by stress. Anahata is symbolised by a lotus flower with twelve petals. (See also heartmind). Anahata is related to the colours green or pink. Key issues involving Anahata involve complex emotions, compassion, tenderness, unconditional love, equilibrium, rejection and well being. Physically Anahata governs circulation, emotionally it governs unconditional love for the self and others, mentally it governs passion, and spiritually it governs devotion.

Green lowers blood pressure, balances metabolism, encourages growth, eases insomnia and acts as an aphrodisiac. It refreshes the mind and creates harmony.

Green is a great color for bedrooms, but is so beneficial that every room in the house should have at least a splash of green. Adding green houseplants is an easy way to achieve that effect. Magenta is green's compliment color.