Everyone has an aura that corresponds to their energy.

Learn from experts about what each color and layer signifies, plus how to read auras.

Theres also red in my aura, she saysbut thats not supposed to be there.

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(How did she know?)

Suffice it to say, my first aura-reading experience was pretty spot on.

What actually is an aura?

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Spiritual consultant and author ofEveryday Awakening

The term aura is often thrown around haphazardly.

But what does itactuallymean?

An aura is the life force energy field around you, Firester says.

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I see it in color.

We all have our own inherent combination.

Its like a snowflake.

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An aura is the life force energy field around you.

Their energy is being sent to your energy, so you feel it, says Hanekamp.

In turn, learning about your aura can help you understand yourself better, says Firester.

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Spiritual consultant and author ofEveryday Awakening

Think of your aura as a tool in your spiritual tool belt, right alongsideHuman Designor astrology.

Are auras backed by science?

The concept of an energetic field surrounding us has been explored since the 1800s.

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What do auras look like?

And they both note that different aura readers may also see different colors in the same persons aura.

This layer may be vibrant and robust if youre in good health.

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Because our moods are everchanging, Santos says this layer is constantly shifting in both intensity and color.

When someone is engaged in focused thinking or creative endeavors, this layer may appear vibrant and organized.

During burnout or mental pressure, this layer may appear clouded.

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Our astral body is the bridge between our physical and spiritual plane, says Duncan.

It is where our feelings of love, compassion, and empathy reside, adds Santos.

A healthy astral aura plane determines strong, secure, and stable relationships and the ability to connect healthily.

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Conversely, disturbances in this layer can indicate unresolved emotional conflicts or issues in relationships, Santos explains.

This allows us to tap into our psychic abilities and communicate with the spiritual realm.

you’re able to strengthen your etheric aura plane through mindfulness practices such as meditation.

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Its essentially where our faith lives, documenting our spiritual development.

Plus, Our celestial aura represents our dreams and intuition, adds Duncan.

Here is where we can jump into the highest universal, divine energies.

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This bright field encompasses the essence of who we are.

How do I know my aura color?

Before you dive into seeing your own aura color, youll need to center yourself.

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Visualize the cord connecting the first chakra and the center of Earth.

Then tell your body to release anything that isnt yours down this grounding cord, Orth explains.

You may feel this leaving your space.

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Ultimately, youre clearing doubt and allowing yourself to penetrate through the spiritual realm.

you’re free to also try staring at your hands and seeing if a color eventually reveals itself.

What do the different aura colors mean?

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You always see a little to-do list in their head.

Yellow people also love immersing themselves in practical forms of art, such asbaking, interior design, andsewing.

These folks are often therapists, directors, and accountants.

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And when it comes to working out, they love things with clear structure and form likeyoga and Pilates.

Firester sees a green aura as reflecting intelligent visionaries who are very innovative and driven by logic.

They exist in their own reality, she says.

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Greens are known to be lone wolves who love being outside doing solo activities likehiking.

Purple

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Purples are creative, artistic, emotional, and intuitive.

Spiritual evolution is big for them, Firester says.

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They have an It factor.

This helps explain why many artists, like Prince andLady Gaga, have big purple auras.

Career-wise, you often find purples working as teachers, therapists, and writers.

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Red

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Red is focused more on the material realm, Hanekemp says.

They arent just thinking about things but are actually doing them.

They can also be quite intense, so cardio-heavy workouts,CrossFit, andcyclingare their jam.

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Peach, oranges, pinksthat has a lot to do with creativity, says Hanekemp of sunset-esque auras.

They [also] have a focus on relationships, togetherness, and having fun.

Their family is everything.

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Their friends are everything.

What is a rare aura color?

Rare aura colors are simply aura colors less commonly spotted in readings, says Firester.

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Can you have multiple aura colors?

This spectrum of colors reflects the various parts of your personality and soul.

Knowingallof your aura colors can help you achieve balance in life and broaden your horizons.

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Combinations of various aura colors create a multitude of perspectives and meanings, says Firester.

Its necessary to balance the energies so as to feel calm, peaceful, and fulfilled, says Firester.

This can happen due to programming or environmental issues like being in the wrong job or a tough relationship.

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She can even tell when someone is hungover because their aura appears weak and dull.

Alternatively, someone who is feeling confident and comfortable likely will have a strong, bright aura.

What are aura soul colors?

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It can make life feel like just a series of things you have to check off a to-do list.

Imagine it cleaning your energy field and removing anything thats not you, Firester says.

One crystal thats particularly great for cleansing is selenite.

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Its a salt, and salt is very powerful for neutralizing energy, Hanekamp says.

Connecting with nature can help your body and energy return to its natural state.

Why am I suddenly seeing auras?

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You may be tapping into your inner creativity or sense of knowing.

She compares opening the third eye to strengthening a muscle.

Itll get stronger the more you use it, she says.

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To nudge that third eye into action, be inquisitive.

She recommends asking yourself, What color does this person remind me of?

when youre out in the world and people-watching, or spending time with loved ones.

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No two auras are alike, and your aura is a uniquecreation in this universe, she says.

Firester says she shares practical tips for how to do this during her readings.

Understanding your true wants, desires, and needs allows you to live authentically, she says.

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Can you get a picture of your aura?

Aura photographsare another way to decipher your aura.

These involve a specialized camera thats thought to capture the electromagnetic field around you.

Your picture is taken in a dark room, and the photo showcases the colors radiating off of you.

She recommends prioritizing getting enough sleep and staying hydrated before the session.

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