In feng shui we always ask ‘what does it mean?’ And how it works?’ So we ask is there a reason why Pantone added the number by declaring Ultra Violet 18-3838 as the color of the year for 2018? Chinese numerology and feng shui, of course, would appreciate this because ‘eight’ is one of their most auspicious numbers.
Violet is the color at the end of the visible spectrum of light with a wavelength of approximately 380 to 450 nanometers. Therefore, defining the prefix ‘ultra’ as ‘extreme’ or ‘beyond’ would make ‘ultraviolet’ invisible according to Wikipedia. Pantone explains that “Ultra Violet is a dramatically provocative and thoughtful shade of violet that communicates originality, ingenuity, and forward thinking visionary thinking. In other words, Ultra Violet is futuristic and full of promise.
Singer Prince and other artists have brought Ultra Violet shades to the forefront as expressions of individuality and creativity. Ultra Violet, Pantone explains, evokes mindfulness, spirituality, creativity, experimentation, and nonconformity. Pantone suggests that Ultra Violet offers higher ground for those seeking refuge from today’s overstimulated world.
Not to be confused with purple, violet is a single spectrum color, while purple is a double spectrum color as it has much more red. Violet is predominantly blue and ultraviolet is theoretically invisible. Purple and violet have always had connotations of reaching a higher realm. These have been the colors of royalty and priesthood, and Ultra Violet suggests the mysteries of the cosmos. When we look at photographs transmitted by our Hubble spacecraft, we see multi-colored swirls of colors pulsing in deeply disappearing violets.
Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of Pantone’s Color Consulting Division states that “from exploring new technologies and the great galaxy, to artistic expression and spiritual reflection, the intuitive Ultra Violet lights the way to what is to come. “.
In science-based feng shui, we welcome the notion of being affected by invisible aspects in our environment, as it is not always easy to explain the qi (chi) yin and yang and other energy patterns in our space, and we are always aware of sha qi (sha chi), the sometimes threatening dangers in our environment.
Too often we get warning signs about the dangers of ultraviolet radiation and exposure to UV rays and sun damage. Our research tells us about the ABCs of UV light. UVA rays age skin cells and can damage your DNA. These cause long-term skin damage, such as wrinkles and age spots. UVB rays cause sunburn and cause most skin cancers. UVC rays cannot penetrate our atmosphere. Significant variables are time of day, season, distance from the equator, altitude, cloud cover, and reflection from a surface. To maintain good health, we must take into account all these factors. In contrast to such dire warnings, we hear about the benefits of UV lights and how UV devices offer numerous benefits when added to a home’s heating and cooling system, including keeping cold and flu germs at bay while killing insects and bacteria.
Once again, we recognize that feng shui challenges and recommendations should always be based on careful considerations of science-based research and the personal needs of people and their space.
In view of all of the above, feng shui would recommend that Ultra Violet 18-3838 be used sparingly and with great care. Fashion will likely dictate the use of Ultra Violet with numerous products, from nail polishes to sunglasses. And for those who are prone to allergies, a UV light on the HVAC air handler could go a long way.
Conscious use of Ultra Violet could benefit those who need strong focal points. Desk accessories or pillows can be fun and futuristic additions to your space’s color scheme. For those who need tweaks to the wood element, Violets, the small but humble but beautiful blooms will enhance a garden or provide indoor enjoyment with one or more potted violet plants.