Greenis a balancing colour, in the middle of the visible spectrum. The higher three colours are known as the "cool" colours and are calming in effect, the lower three are known as the "warm" colours and have a stimulating effect. Green is the balance between these two. It is the most abundant colour in the natural world.
Greenis second only to blue as the most popular favourite colour.
Greenhelps us to relax mentally, as well as physically, and alleviates depression, nervousness, and anxiety. It is physically soothing and promotes a sense of renewal, self-control, and harmony.
Greenis used to represent both youth and immaturity. It also suggests jealousy and envy.
Greenis the colour of the Heart Chakra, which is located in the middle of the chest area and is linked to the heart, lungs, circulatory system, cardiac plexus, and the complete chest area. as well as the thymus gland. The Heart Chakra bridges the gap between the physical and spiritual worlds.
Gemstones that will aid the Heart Chakra include jade and malachite.
Green in Cultural Traditions
Green is used worldwide to represent safety.
In several religions, green is the colour associated with resurrection and regeneration.
In Ireland, it has been adopted as its emblematic colour and also represents Ireland's patron saint, St. Patrick.
In Japan, green is regarded as the colour of eternal life.
In China, jade stones represent virtue and beauty.
In China the significance of this colour is infidelity.
In some tropical countries, green means danger. In the west it represents safety.
In the Catholic Church green is associated with Sunday and the priest’s vestments are usually green for Sunday services.
Green represents the Ecology movement.
In the garden, Green’s complimentary colour is red.
