In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and qigong practice, each of the five major organsheart, liver, spleen, lungs, and kidneysis associated with a specific color. These color correspondences are used in various qigong practices, including visualization and meditation, to balance and enhance the energy flow (Qi) within these organs. For example, the heart is associated with red, the liver with green, the spleen with yellow, the lungs with white, and the kidneys with black/dark blue. These associations are not arbitrary but rooted in observations of nature and the body’s energetic systems.
This system of color associations offers a framework for understanding the interconnectedness of the organs and their energetic roles within the body. By working with these colors through visualization, practitioners may influence the flow of Qi, promoting health and well-being. Historically, these color correspondences have been integral to various healing modalities within TCM, serving as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool. The understanding of these elemental connections provides a deeper understanding of the body’s subtle energies and how they interact.
