1. Red – Hard / Dynamic Aspects
These aspects create tension, friction, action, challenge, breakthrough.
| Aspect | Degrees | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Square | 90° | Conflict, pressure, growth through challenge |
| Opposition | 180° | Polarity, confrontation, balancing opposites |
| T-Squares / Grand Crosses | Composite | High-intensity configurations |
Red = heat, conflict, activation. It shows where life demands movement or resolution.
2. Blue – Soft / Harmonious Aspects
These aspects create flow, ease, support, talent, natural ability.
| Aspect | Degrees | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Trine | 120° | Natural harmony, gifts, effortless expression |
| Sextile | 60° | Opportunity, cooperation, subtle support |
Blue = calm, flow, harmony. It shows where energy moves smoothly and constructively.
3. Green – Minor / Mental Aspects
These aspects represent subtle adjustments, psychological nuance, learning curves.
| Aspect | Degrees | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Quincunx / Inconjunct | 150° | Adjustment, discomfort, recalibration |
| Semi-Sextile | 30° | Mild growth, small opportunities |
| Semi-Square | 45° | Mild tension, irritation |
| Sesquiquadrate | 135° | Frustration, internal pressure |
Green = analysis, refinement, subtle tension. It shows where fine-tuning is needed.
4. Purple / Violet – Spiritual or Karmic Aspects
Used for esoteric, harmonic, or soul-level aspects.
| Aspect | Degrees | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Quintile | 72° | Creativity, magic, talent |
| Bi-Quintile | 144° | Higher creativity, mastery |
| Novile | 40° | Spiritual development, inner initiation |
Purple = mystical, creative, karmic.
5. Orange / Gold – Conjunctions
Conjunctions are often shown in gold or orange, because they are neutral but powerful.
| Aspect | Degrees | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Conjunction | 0° | Fusion, amplification, merging of energies |
Gold = power, focus, intensity.
Summary Table (Quick Reference)
| Colour | Aspect Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Red | Hard | Tension, conflict, action |
| Blue | Soft | Harmony, flow, ease |
| Green | Minor | Adjustment, nuance, psychology |
| Purple | Spiritual | Creativity, karmic insight |
| Gold/Orange | Conjunction | Fusion, intensity |
Why Colour Coding Matters
- Helps you instantly see where your chart is tense vs. harmonious
- Reveals life themes at a glance
- Makes complex charts readable
- Shows psychological vs. practical challenges
- Highlights karmic or spiritual patterns