Reading Auras

What is the Aura? 

The aura is our subtle energy body. This is known as the second sheath of consciousness or Pranamaya Kosha. This layer of our being holds the energies of what we feel, sense, project, and experience in the world. Therefore, this part of our being also controls the way the world experiences us. 

Just like the seven chakras system, there are seven layers of the aura. 

These associate together. The lower, masculine layers of the aura are closest to the physical body. Accordingly, the higher, feminine chakras exist further away. Each layer naturally takes up between a few inches to one foot of space. However, we shrink and expand every layer of our Aura differently throughout the day. This can occur both consciously and subconsciously. 

The Seven Layers of the Aura

First Aura Layer: Etheric Body

First, the closest to us is the etheric layer. This is the layer of aura that begins around our epidermis and gently outlines our body. This shows our security, safety, and overall material satisfaction and comfortability. The Etheric Layer also correlates with the number one, which rules our self, independence, and new beginnings. Exuding the condition of our root chakra, the base color for this layer is red.

A different color or combination of colors can be telling of the condition of the querent. This layer of the aura is the smallest and closest to us. So, it is often easily missed. Be cautious not to identify the etheric layer as the emotional body. This can be a common mistake among beginners.

Second Aura Layer: Emotional Body

The next layer is often the brightest and easiest to see. The emotional layer of the aura is right next to our body, past the Etheric Body. Just as our emotions fluctuate throughout the day, so will this part of the aura. When people read “aura colors” this is typically what is identified as the overall baseline of the querent. Please note that no aura is finite or permanent in either color or size. The constant changes to this layer allow one to interpret feelings, emotions, and values.

The Emotional Body corresponds with the Sacral Chakra, which rules sensuality and creativity. Correlating to the water element, the natural state of this layer is orange. The corresponding number is two, which represents choices, duality, and our tendency to shift between energies. Just as the tides flow, so do our emotions. This is shown brightly and easily through our Emotional Auric layer.

Third Aura Layer: Mental Body

Next, the Mental Layer lies just beyond the Emotional Layer. While it typically burns just as brightly, it can sometimes be harder to see this aura. This is due to it being slightly further from the body. The Mental Layer corresponds with our power, action, and personal transformation. Ruled by the fire element, this layer provides deep insight into one’s psyche. It associates with the solar plexus chakra and the color yellow which rule our willpower, confidence, and sense of self. Also, the Mental Layer corresponds with the number 3 which can represent intellect, rationality, authentic expression, and creativity. 

The layers of the aura mentioned above are all ruled by active masculine energy. 

Fourth Aura Layer: Astral Body

Then, the Astral layer of our aura lies just beyond the Mental Body. This is literally where our astral body resides. Ruling astral projection, lucid dreams, and spiritual pursuits, the baseline color for this layer is green, the color of unconditional love. Additionally, the heart chakra and number 4 are associated with the astral layer. This indicates matters of comfortability, gratitude, and our ability to give and receive love. 4 rules matters of the present moment, protection in spiritual realms, and Spirit/Angel Guides.

Just as some people may have frightening experiences trying to fully enter the astral Realm, they may also have frightening experiences going deeply into their hearts. There will always be a correlation here. When the Heart is opening, it also opens up our Astral capacity, allowing for safe, pleasant, and lucid travels.

The Astral Body exists neither in masculine nor feminine energy and is considered a gateway between the two. 

The following Layers of the Aura are feminine in nature. 

Fifth Aura Layer: Etheric Template

The Fifth Layer of the Aura, also known as the Etheric Template, rules our communication. Corresponding with our throat chakra, this layer of the aura is quite far from the body. Similarly, most communication takes place energetically and often subconsciously. Just as we communicate with animals, close friends, and plants intuitively, or through telepathy, our Etheric Template rules much more communication than just our physical speech.

Ruled by the throat chakra and the Air element, this layer of the aura indicates our expression, speech, and listening skills. The base color for the Etheric Template is blue, which rules telepathy, authenticity, and understanding. This layer also relates to the number five, representing happiness, fortitude, sudden or large change, children, and alternative perspectives.

Sixth Aura Layer: Celestial Body

Subsequently, the Sixth layer of the aura is called the Celestial Body. This layer connects us with our higher self, destiny, and intuition. It holds access to our soul’s chosen path and allows us to understand ourselves on a cellular and spiritual level. This is where we pick up intuitive knowledge and channeled messages. Angels and guides typically send energy through the celestial body, which we translate through our etheric template, and use to create vibrational and emotional change through the Astral body.

Correlating with our Pineal or Third Eye Chakra, the celestial body’s baseline color is indigo. This rules intuition, wisdom, and spiritual/psychic ability. Relating to the number 6, this grounds the present energy and allows us to heal and go about our daily routines. 

Seventh Aura Layer: Causal Body

Finally, the Causal Body is the farthest layer of our aura from our body. Correlating with the Space element, Akash, this layer connects us with the Divine realms as well as other layers of the aura. Associated with the color purple and the Crown Chakra, the Causal body is our gateway to higher frequency realms. Also connected to number 7, this layer rules Divine connection, energetic balance, and detachment from the physical, mental, and emotional realms.

Through the Causal body, we are also able to detach from our known experience, read Akashic Records, and vibrate past duality. The Causal Body connects us with experiences of Source Energy, Samadhi, Ananda, and Space. Here, we tune into divine healing energy and connect with the original Source of our being. The Causal body rules over the rest of the aura, and connecting through meditation is one of the best and most effective ways to heal and balance the rest of your energy. Then, this leads to the resolution of physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, or vibrational dis-ease. 

Seeing Auras

Seeing the different layers of the aura may take a bit of practice at first. However, once your Third Eye opens like this you might find yourself needing to ground your energy to turn it off before you settle comfortably into the new vibration.

Practice seeing auras on yourself, a pet, a friend, or a vibrational object such as crystals, antiques, or sentimental objects. Look at the person or object in front of a plain white background. Let your eyes unfocus around the edge of the object. If you’re practicing on a person, a common suggestion is to look at their shoulder or armpit and use peripheral vision to see the aura around the arm/shoulder. 

How Does It Work?

Our eyes refract light and we also only see what we allow ourselves to see. Since the entire universe is relative to our own experience, we can see alternate refractions of light with our physical eyes- even that which at first seems intangible. Relax and focus on the querent until you see a very faint glow surrounding it. At first, you may see white, silver, or just a general “glow.” This is good! This means you see energy. Personally, I began seeing what looked like black and white static like on an old TV. From there, I was able to find specks of color, which eventually became orbs, and then very specific moving, breathing, and changing auras. 

Keep practicing and you’ll be able to interpret the different colors and the different layers of the aura. I recommend coupling this practice with Chakra work. Above all, find what works for you and flow with it. We all own a tiny fractile corner of this Universe, so do what feels most natural for you. Stay relaxed, believe it will work, and release any mental expectations.

Remember that while each layer of the aura is ruled by a particular color, everything vibrates differently in a fluctuating manner. For example, your friend may have a largely red aura while they are out camping, which may turn indigo while practicing divination, and could be yellow or orange in solitude. With energy work, energy changes. Additionally, since there are many layers of the aura, identifying which layer you see will provide more and more information over time.  

Interpreting Auras

Next, identify which color(s) you see and which layer of the aura it corresponds to. Most easily, we see the emotional body which naturally relates to the sacral chakra. So, when we look at the emotional body and it looks a little murky that person could be experiencing a creative block, or have an uncomfortable time with their expression of sensuality. This could be long-lasting, momentary, or just appear this way due to another, stronger energetic layer seeping through.

If someone’s emotional body is a bright yellow, they are having a great and confident day, and are very focused on themself. Their solar plexus is wide open. Using this information, we see that they exude Sun energy, which relates to the Zodiac sign of Leo. Emotional Body corresponds to number 2, Yellow corresponds with 3, and Leo/Sun corresponds with number 5. We can use this color and numerological association to read energy. So, this can indicate that this person feels materially comfortable, expresses themselves openly, has a sharp mind, and is looking forward to the upcoming changes in their life.

With practice and consent, you can also tune into the further layers of the aura, which will provide insight into Akashic Records, spiritual experience, telepathic communication, and more. 

Applying Aura Reading To Energy Work

It is important to remember that our aura mingles with every single thing we come into contact with. Over time, practice shrinking and expanding your aura. Then, try sealing it. We can all absorb and exude energy, and rest naturally in one of these states, regardless of our awareness of it. Once you feel comfortable grounding, protecting, sealing, and expanding your own aura, tune into your vibration. We select the energies that we hold onto, and we can release everything that does not serve us. Continue to ground your energy to avoid overwhelm or delusion.

The more information you have access to and the more regularly you have access to it, it is then your own responsibility to use what you know wisely, kindly, and consensually. Keep your Aura clear, authentic, and nurturing. Realize that every person that you see, every place you’ve ever been, as well as people and places you’ve never been in contact with are all held somewhere within your aura. This is because we are all parts of the same whole. You will begin to see the world as a very different place. Remember how expansive and infinite you truly are, and that your body is inside of your energy being- not the other way around. Our body is only the smallest part of ourselves.

Conclusion

Again, you always have the capacity to shrink and expand your aura as much as you’d like. We do it all the time without even realizing it. We are much more expansive than any of us can comprehend. Adjust your own energy and see what happens to the world around you. Change your 5D and watch it affect your 3D. Of course, it takes time for new energy to ground, as higher energy must clear through all aura layers before becoming fully grounded. So, continue doing chakra and energy work, and strengthen your body with exercise and good nutrition to sustain higher vibrations in your aura.

Give yourself love, give those around you love, balance your chakras, and never worry. Remember that you’ve chosen to be here reading this right now, perhaps eons ago- somewhere else in time-space. 

Always keep an open mind, and expect things to go better than you had expected.

Namaste!