An aura reading involves sensing or perceiving the energetic field that surrounds a person, often described in terms of color, size, or clarity, to gain insight into their emotional, physical, or spiritual state. A reader may describe seeing colors with their eyes, sensing them intuitively, or a combination of both.

Because aura color is often tied to emotional or energetic state rather than fixed personality traits, an aura reading can shift from one session to the next, reflecting what a client is currently experiencing rather than something permanent about who they are.