Last June, a friend sent me a text: “There’s a psychic fair at The Rock Shop today. They’ve got 10 readers and an aura photographer. I’m going—it’ll be fun! You should come and get a reading!”
So, I went!
Having always felt a strong connection with colors as tools for understanding, I chose to have my aura photographed. The aura photographer used bio-feedback sensors linked to computer software to capture the essence of my emotional, mental, and spiritual state in that moment. My aura showed green in all three areas: top, center, and bottom—grounded, stretched, and floating in equal measure. It felt aligned, a state I hadn’t fully recognized as my own before. While I had experienced fleeting moments of clarity in the past, I had never quieted my mind enough to consider living in a state of alignment. During the reading, the sage also performed a mini “intuitive reading,” and what stood out to me were visions of being seen in a “higher-level profession.” Images of hands and muscles repeatedly surfaced, which would later become a powerful visual symbol for me.
I’m still working on visualizing the broader meaning behind my profession. “Makeup Artist” is an incredibly specialized field within the vast beauty industry. If I love what I do, what more is there to grow if the work is already so deeply focused and specialized? I think the answer lies in the image of hands—a reflection of my need to journal. The key is in sharing my thoughts through writing, connecting those ideas with my craft, and continuing to distance myself from social media. It’s about refining my voice and my process while staying true to what makes my work unique.
“Remember, no one else has your self-reflection and lived experience, so a goldmine is waiting to be tapped. The one caveat is that it has to be tapped by you and no one else, And if you don’t tap that mine, it will stay buried forever.” –Teronie Donaldson
Reading your aura can be a profound way to connect with yourself and your inner thoughts. It’s a method of understanding the outward expression of who we are, allowing for deeper insight into our desires and emotional states. This is the essence of my Private Makeup Lessons through F.A.C.E. Makeup Artistry. The concept of “inside out” rings true in how we choose colors and intensities for our makeup, creating a synergy between our inner selves and the outward expression of our identity. By understanding the colors that resonate with you, you can tap into a deeper sense of alignment, promoting both spiritual growth and an enhanced connection to your own essence. Just as colors reflect our emotional states, they can guide us toward a fuller understanding of ourselves, both spiritually and visually.
While I recommend the expanding experience of a professional, in-person reading, an at-home substitute is the AURLA app. Take a photo of yourself. Discover your encompassing colors. Understand their aura meanings. Wear makeup tones reflecting your aura. Embody this knowledge and see what you discover.
Red is the color of the root chakra. It provides the skills necessary for security, safety, and survival. Red is about being seen.
When red is in your aura you feel safe to allow yourself to be front and center.
Orange is connected to our sacral chakra, inviting an origin of creativity, intimacy, and self-expression. It reflects being brave, having the courage, and showing up.
When orange is in your aura, you tend to be a creative problem-solver, not shying away from taking risks.
Yellow is connected with the solar plexus chakra and is associated with finding joy in the everyday.
This aura is the highest frequency. Most people feel it without seeing it.
Green is associated with the heart chakra, loving hard and working harmoniously with others.
Green auras reflect thriving goals, structures, and systems.
Pink is also linked to the heart chakra.
Pink auras don’t take themselves too seriously when it comes to work. They embody “free spirits” with no shame over what lights them up. It reflects loyalty, putting friendships and family above all.
Blue is relative to the throat chakra, reflecting trust, good communication, and truth telling.
Blue auras can be a simple reminder that it’s time to heal.
Purple is tied to the crown chakra, showcasing visionary traits.
Spirituality is important and manifestation is not taken lightly.
White auras are linked to the crown chakra and are seen as symbols of purity and heightened spirituality.
White auras are inspiring, wise, energized, positive, and protective.
What untapped part of yourself is waiting to be discovered, and how could embracing it align your inner essence with your outward expression? What Needs to Grow Higher if it Already Runs Deep?
