All About the Color ORANGE

INTRODUCING ORANGE
Orange, a close relative of red, sparks more controversy than any other hue. There is usually strong positive or negative association to orange and true orange generally elicits a stronger "love it" or "hate it" response than other colors. Fun and flamboyant orange radiates warmth and energy.
Interestingly, some tones of orange, such as terra cotta, peach, and rust have very broad appeal.
HOW THE COLOR ORANGE AFFECTS US
Stimulates activity
Stimulates appetite
Encourages socialization

ORANGE: THE COLOR OF THE SACRAL CHAKRA
Orange is the color of the Sacral Chakra, also known as Svadhisthana. This chakra is located beneath the naval, close to the genitals. The Sacral Chakra is linked to the sexual organs and reproductive system.
Opening this chakra will free fertility and inherent creativity. The Brow Chakra stimulates sexuality and emotions. Gemstones that will aid the Sacral Chakra include carnelian and orange agate.

ORANGE AROUND THE GLOBE
American Indians associate the color orange with kinship.
Orange is the Netherlands' national color, dating back to the Dutch War of Independence and the rebel Prince of Orange.
In Ireland, the use of orange dates from the reign of William of Orange, the Protestant English king and a Dutch stadholder.
In China and Japan, orange is used to symbolize happiness and love.
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