Living Your Colors: Practical Wisdom for Life, Love, Work, and Play

by Tom Maddron

These days colour is used in everything from design to diet. But what's your colour? Tom Maddron has put together a quick and easy guide that will tell you what your colour says about you and your relationships.

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1996

Reviews

[Douglas Lord · Rating 4 out of 5]

Basing this book on the ancient Greek concept of the four temperaments (sanguine, melancholic, phlegmatic, and choleric), first-time author Maddron refers to them as colors–orange, gold, green, and blue, respectively. Each has a “ruling sign” (air, earth, water, and fire) and is typified by physicality, high standards, intellectualism, and sensitivity respectively. Chapters cover the characteristics of each personality type as well as various combinations, and the author includes an instrument for self-analysis. Particularly intriguing is Maddron’s discussion of how colors complement one another in functional society and the importance of understanding and appreciating the strengths and limitations of each. Despite the risks inherent in oversimplifying people and society, the treatment is nonetheless very thoughtful. Recommended; Maddron’s narrow scope results in a clear, entertaining read.

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[Anita Prather Harvell · Rating 5 out of 5]

A bit wordy in spots but an excellent, easy-to-understand practical resource about your color personality profile and is more in-depth than the True Color assessment. Conducted this in a workshop with students to rave reviews. I highly recommend this is a primary resource.

[Carol Mann Agency]

These days colour is used in everything from design to diet. But what's your colour? Tom Maddron has put together a quick and easy guide that will tell you what your colour says about you and your relationships.