How do I help people listen to themselves?
Sometimes, to see yourself in a new light – truly – you simply need to pause, listen to yourself and allow colour to reveal the story that has always existed and been waiting for the right moment to be heard…
My name is Ida Linnik (Ma Prem Ida). I have been a certified Aura-Soma consultant since 2006 and a lecturer at the International Academy of Aura-Soma Colour Therapy since 2012.
Aura-Soma holds a special place in my life. For me, it is not merely a system for working with colour, but a marvellous tool for self-discovery, which helps people get closer to their inner nature, understand themselves better, recognise their potential and gain a fresh perspective on their own lives.
Over the years, I have met all sorts of people. Some came during times of life-changing events; some were seeking answers to important questions, some wanted to make sense of their feelings, and others simply felt the need for a deeper connection with themselves.
And every time, I see just how unique this journey is.
My role is not to provide ready-made answers, but to create a space in which people can hear their own inner voice. And only in this way is transformation possible.
What is Aura-Soma and why do I choose it?
Aura-Soma is a system of self-awareness and self-discovery through colour, created by Vicky Wall.
At its heart are the unique and vibrant two-colour Equilibrium oils, which combine colour, plant extracts and crystals. Each bottle has its own colour composition and symbolic meaning.
Colour is a marvellous language. We often choose it intuitively, without even thinking about why. We are drawn to certain shades, others evoke particular feelings, whilst others may go unnoticed.
In Aura-Soma, choosing a colour becomes an opportunity to turn our attention to our inner world.
I am drawn to the very philosophy of this method: a person already possesses inner wisdom. Sometimes, all they need is space to connect with it.
Aura-Soma does not offer universal answers nor does it determine a person’s destiny. It invites you to explore yourself through colour, mindfulness and your own intuition.
How my Aura-Soma consultation works
At the start of our session, I invite you to familiarise yourself with the Equilibrium oils; we touch upon the history behind the creation of these unique Equilibriums, and then you choose four two-colour bottles that particularly appeal to you at that moment.
This is a very interesting and personalised process.
I suggest allowing yourself to feel which combinations resonate with you right now, rather than choosing colours with your mind or searching for the ‘right’ option. Once you’ve made your choice, we explore these four bottles together: their colours, symbolism, meanings and deep connection to your life.
We can discuss their qualities, resources, feelings, inner conflicts, desires and current life issues.
Sometimes, during the conversation, a person notices something they hadn’t realised before. Sometimes they see familiar situations in a new light. And sometimes they simply get the chance to pause, be in touch with themselves, and understanding just happens!
I share my knowledge and experience, help them to see the connections, ask questions and guide this process.
But the most important thing happens within the person themselves.
I do not interpret their life for them. It is important to me that everyone finds their own meanings and insights independently.
Four bottles of balancing oils — the start of a personal journey
After the consultation, the person continues to engage with their chosen colours in their everyday life.
They receive a therapeutic balancing oil and guidance on how to use it. We also select Pomanders, Quintessences and other Aura-Soma products, based on their choices, to facilitate deeper work and transformation. It is important to understand that Aura-Soma is a vibrational system; it integrates into our energy fields and helps us to become aware of and recognise our patterns, as well as the things that prevent us from being open and realising our gifts and talents.
Balancing oils contain oil and water components – carriers to which extracts of plants, minerals, stones and crystals have been added!
A person takes away not only an understanding of the colours they have chosen, but also the opportunity to continue their exploration independently.
Gradually, they may begin to notice their own sensations, reactions and inner changes, and observe how the qualities of the chosen colours unfold for them.
This becomes part of their personal experience.
At the same time, a consultation can also be a standalone session — without purchasing any products. Sometimes it is important for a person simply to gain insight into themselves, to gain a new understanding and to spend time in this space of awareness.
Both formats have their own value.
What a session with Aura-Soma can reveal to a person
Every consultation is unique. However, there are certain themes that people often return to during their journey of self-discovery:
• Self-perception, self-love and self-acceptance.
• Understanding one’s own feelings and needs.
• Fears, doubts and inner limitations.
• Trust in oneself and in life.
• The search for one’s direction and purpose.
• Unlocking one’s creative potential.
• Relationships with others.
• The need for change and new life goals.
Sometimes a person comes with one question, only to discover something much deeper behind it.
For example, behind the desire to control everything may lie a fear of trusting life. Behind the quest to find love — the need to learn to accept and love oneself. Behind the search for a new path — the desire to finally listen to one’s own wishes.
I do not promise that a single consultation will change your life. But it can be an important moment of realisation and the start of a new relationship with yourself.
What people who have gone down this path say
I particularly value the feedback from those who have already experienced Aura-Soma.
Irina Kostakova explains how, during the process, she came to see her fears, vulnerabilities, attachments and difficulties with trust. She shared her desire to make more choices from the heart, to learn to let go of control, and to show herself love and care.
Elena writes about her introduction to the world of colour, about how she began to sense the qualities of different colours and notice how they manifest in her life.
Another participant described her encounter with Aura-Soma as a journey into the world of the self.
It is precisely this kind of feedback that reminds me why I do this work.
It brings me joy to see people start to pay closer attention to themselves, notice their feelings, discover new aspects of their nature and trust their own perceptions.
Everyone follows their own path. And I am grateful for the opportunity to be there for people at such moments.
My journey with Aura-Soma
My journey with Aura-Soma began in 2006.
In 2012, I became a trainer at the Aura-Soma International Academy of Colour Therapy (ASIACT) for Levels 1, 2 and 3, as well as for Aura-Soma Essentials.
Over the years, Aura-Soma has become an integral part of my professional and personal journey.
My work is closely linked to meditation, self-discovery and mindfulness practices. My many years’ experience of the teachings of Osho, meditation and supporting people naturally blends with the philosophy of Aura-Soma in my work.
For me, it is important not simply to pass on knowledge, but also to help people become more attentive to themselves, their feelings and their inner world.
I believe that real change begins not with trying to become someone else, but with getting to know who you really are.
Who would benefit from an Aura-Soma consultation?
I invite you to come along if:
• You are going through a period of change and want to understand yourself better.
• You want to hear your true desires.
• You are looking for new points of reference and inner support.
• You want to explore your feelings and your relationship with yourself.
• You’re interested in colour, its symbolism and the potential for self-discovery.
• You want to discover new aspects of your personality.
• You feel the need to pause, slow down and take time for yourself.
You don’t necessarily need to come with a specific problem or question.
Sometimes, an inner sense that the time has come to reconnect with yourself is enough.
I invite you on a journey of self-discovery
For me, Aura-Soma is an opportunity to see the beauty and depth of human nature.
I do not seek to change a person or lead them to a specific outcome. I want to help them create a space for their own discovery.
Through the choice of colour, through conversation, through mindfulness and personal exploration.
And perhaps the most wonderful thing about this work is seeing how a person gradually begins to trust themselves more, recognise their own potential, and treat their own life with greater love and care.
Colour becomes an invitation.
A consultation is the start of getting to know yourself.
And each person travels the rest of the journey on their own.
If this resonates with you, I would be delighted to meet you and accompany you on this journey.
With love
About the author
Ida Linnik
I am a guide to the realm of self-discovery, inner transformation and mindful living