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## What is an Indigo Child?

An Indigo Child or Indigo Kid is an upgraded blueprint of humanity, a term that was coined by Nancy Ann Tappe, a parapsychologist, synesthete, and psychic, who developed the new-age concept to describe the aura colors of these very different kids. Tappe’s concept was further developed by Lee Carroll and Jan Tober, both international authors and renowned educators and lecturers. Previously, auric fields were expected shades of the rainbow, but the Indigos’ field was dominated by a royal blue color. Thus, establishing a change of course in human evolution and their indigo aura.

Gifted children, on a clear mission to challenge and shift reality, first began appearing in the 1970s. Beyond psychic awareness, they are highly driven and creative with a perception that sees through the established norms of society. Old souls indeed, their mission is clearly laid out to shake up the modern world and pave the way for future generations to create greater peace and harmony for all.

Both of these generations of “children” are well into their teens and adulthood, so don’t allow the label to dissuade you from exploring the concept of Indigo Children.

## 13 Common Traits of Indigo Children

If you wonder if you might be of this distinct soul lineage, here are a few personality traits that may feel familiar.

### 1. You Feel Spiritually Awakened

You were born to be a lightworker and have felt from a young age that you’re tapped into something spiritually greater than most people are.

### 2. You Are Destined to Be Here

You are confident and even arrogant at times – and emboldened by something larger than you can name. You know that you were put on this planet for a reason and that reason is to enact positive change. You know that those who are native to this planet are growing and ascending and need help in their transformation.

### 3. You Have High Expectations of Yourself and Others

This can make for challenging relationships and interactions. You see only the best and expect others to live up to it. Toward yourself, you can be unrelentingly self-critical. Don’t let this get the best of you, instead use it to your advantage to push yourself and others, but also know that others may not be as motivated.

### 4. You Have a Strong Intuition

Indigos see the world differently. Coupled with innate-self assurance, you often think your way is right and are offended if others cannot see, much less take action, from your point of view. If Indigos ruled the world, you are confident no problems would exist.

### 5. You Question Authority

You are not one to negotiate, so certain in your views and ways, you are often rebellious and a skeptic of those in power. This can occasionally get you in trouble, so know how to get into the good and noble types of trouble.

### 6. You Want to Overturn the Man

Difficult and rigid systems seem foolish to you and you often become antagonistic to what others experience as normal. These systems may also seem antiquated compared to those you know and believe are much more effective. Have patience and know that these massive systems that need changing are like giant ships that can’t always turn on a dime.

### 7. You are Creative

Musically and artistically gifted, your art invites others to see the world around you through your eyes. Nurture this ability,

### 8. You are a Change Maker

You’re so aware of the failings of society which, in turn, makes you a magnificent leader. You’re always finding new and better methods of business, society, and ways of existing within the chaos of a society that is growing and evolving.

### 9. You are a Lost Soul

You feel out of place with others as you recognize you are different than most people. You can tend toward being a loner or rebel, unwilling to compromise just to fit in.

### 10. You are Headstrong

As the Indigo soul mission is encoded in your very being, you know your self-worth, you are unwilling to back down from confronting what feels out of integrity.

### 11. You are Passionate and Focused

While fiery temperaments may be hard to take, you are not one to be still or silenced. These two traits should and do balance each other, as too much-unchecked passion can lead to negative outcomes. Nurture these traits and use them in conjunction with each other.

### 12. You Have Psychic Abilities

Without any need for development, your psychic capacity (clairvoyance, empath, telepathy) is finely tuned. While you see nothing special in your ability, it gives you an advantage in reading others with ease and seeing through masks.

### 13. You are Frustrated

Coupled with their big-picture vision and restless soul drive for change, you become easily frustrated with society and others who are not shifting quickly enough. Patience is something that should be developed.

Doreen Virtue, a well-known psychic, also described several other characteristics of Indigo Children in 2001: strong-willed, an old soul, independent and proud, wavers between low self-esteem and grandiosity, bores easily, prone to restless sleep, looks for deep and lasting friendships, and easily bonds with plants or animals.

## Challenges of the Indigo

Not everyone born of this generation carries this new blueprint. The early few were known as “scouts,” testing out the climate to see if more souls could be ushered in. Nor should we assume being an Indigo is something to be idealized. Far from it! Beyond the responsibility such a distinction will carry, we have also witnessed the drive of the Indigos to be paralyzing at times.

### Shifting Purpose

Indigo children are destined to make changes, challenge society, and be loud in what they see as the flaws in the system. When this mission is complete, they have to shift their life’s purpose quite drastically. Those who are thrown off their life path early, that is to say, their push for progress is thwarted or forgotten, often turn in on themselves.

### ADHD and The Autism Spectrum

Indigos are often treated for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder or sometimes linked to the autism spectrum and prescribed drugs, such as Ritalin, to calm them of a perceived irregularity. In reality, indigos are just dealing with the pressure of being trapped in these earthly bodies with the added pressure of helping humanity in some greater capacity.(makes sense why i have ADHD)

### Depression

We have witnessed many Indigos deep in depression, low self-esteem, addictions, and even suicide. So strong is this governing battering ram, it can turn inward when they are unable to create the changes they are adamant need to be made. The worst outcome for an Indigo is to be ignored or mocked… for their perception is hawk-like and they are able to foresee the pitfalls and are compelled to drive change at massive levels.

Indigo adults are even more susceptible to depression as they become older, especially if they have the perception that they haven’t been able to enact significant change in the world. Indigo adults should find others like them in these situations and form support groups or know that there are others out there struggling too.

### Integrity

Of the most blessed attributes of the Indigo Children is their integrity. They carry it within and can sense when others are dishonest. They may not always see this as a gift, for the world can be corrupt and indifferent. However, they carry a deep knowing they are “right” even though if pressed, they may not be able to explain their assuredness.

## Starseeds

Crystal children, Rainbow children, and Star children are all different manifestations or variations of Indigos. Crystal children are believed to be the offspring of Indigos, while a Starseed is the overarching term for a soul from another part of the universe who has been incarnated here on Earth. For more information on the various types of Starseeds check out this comprehensive article.

## About the Author

A gifted medium, healer and intuitive, Andye Murphy walks with a foot in both worlds. As a child psychic, she quickly realized there was more to reality than what most people could see or touch. With a degree in psychology and a decade spent in corporate America, Andye admitted talking to angels and spirit guides was more fulfilling, and left the nine to five behind. She has devoted her studies to shamanic traditions, ancient civilizations, past lives, galactic activations, and vibrational healing, seamlessly weaving empowered spiritual guidance with effective transmutative healing. Known as the Rock ‘n Roll Shaman, Andye brings a spirited personality and vivacious attitude to the healing realms. Relying on the truth found in Akashic Records, her work delivers conscious expansion and peace of mind to clients from all walks of life. From cosmic play to past-life memories, she shifts her clients out the cobwebs in body, mind, heart, and soul, to create a life that walks fearlessly down the path of truth. With a thriving practice in Colorado’s foothills, Andye is passionate about sharing her knowledge and allowing her clients the space to embrace their own innate wisdom and tap into their highest potential. Follow Rock ‘n Roll Shaman on Facebook and Instagram.

## Origins of Indigo Children

The indigo children phenomenon is a pretty new one. It all began in the late 1960s and early 1970s when a California psychic and parapsychologist named Nancy Ann Tappe started taking note of children with indigo auras. She noticed an increase in the number of children born around that time with indigo auras. The majority of indigo children were born in the 1980s and 1990s.

Fast-forward to 1999 when a book titled "The Indigo Children: The New Kids Have Arrived" was penned by international authors Jan Tober and Lee Carroll who delve into the spiritual aspects of these children. The tome serves as "a blueprint for parents raising an indigo child," emails parenting blogger Kris McCormick.

In the book description, the authors refer to these children as those who display "a new and unusual set of psychological attributes, revealing a pattern of behavior generally undocumented before." According to the authors, these never-before-seen characteristics require special efforts by parents and teachers to "assist them in achieving balance and harmony in their lives, and to help them avoid frustration." The prevailing theory about the sudden emergence of indigo children is that they are "the next step in human evolution," Mulla says via email. In fact, it's said they're born armed with "unique qualities and abilities that will help them to create a better world."

## Characteristics of Indigo Children

Indigo children allegedly get their auras thanks to some intrinsic characteristics they're born with. McCormick, a believer in the indigo child concept, lists some of the most common traits:

* Self-confidence: Indigo children are "free thinkers on a mission." They believe their life purpose is to help others.
* Extreme intelligence: They tend to have high IQ scores.
* Emotionality: Indigo children are extremely sensitive to their emotions, which helps them be empathetic toward others.
* Creativity: Many are artistically and musically gifted, though they get bored easily.
* Rebelliousness: They reject authority and unfairness.

Indigo children aren't just kids with unique characteristics, according to believers. In fact, they are said to be more highly evolved than their peers. McCormick elaborates that indigo children (and adults, for that matter) often possess gifts like telepathy and that some can even "interact with spirits due to their high vibrational energy."

"Many believe that they are here to help usher in a new era of spiritual growth and enlightenment," says Mulla. He notes that indigos are recognized for their "strong sense of justice" and are inspired to go against the grain if it means that they are standing up for what they believe in.

Although many kids are sensitive to some degree, indigo children "are on the far end of that sensitivity," says human design guide Andrea Ward Berg, in an email. "How that can show up may include increased discomfort in certain locations or around certain people, interrupted sleep, heightened imagination, and difficulty adhering to our 'social norms,'" she explains.

Berg has a 4-year-old son whom she believes is an indigo child. "On the one hand, it's incredibly fulfilling to witness him experience the world," she says. "He is wildly creative, thoughtful, and so fun to be with. On the other hand, it's often challenging because he is so far in the extremes when it comes to sensitivity."

She says that she has worked with teachers and family members to "help them understand where his unique experience is coming from." She chooses to view his sensitivity as a gift "so my biggest challenge as a parent is supporting him in developing skills to understand and work in the world while not dampening his sensitivity or planting seeds of doubt around his abilities."

## Criticisms of the Indigo Phenomenon

Not everyone buys into this indigo child theory. Some experts think the indigo child label is being used as a Band-Aid of sorts for kids who are potentially dealing with undiagnosed issues like autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder.

Dr. Monica Vermani, clinical psychologist and author of "A Deeper Wellness: Conquering Stress, Mood, Anxiety and Traumas," says by email that she's comfortable raising "a red flag" about the concept. She explains that parents who "buy whole-heartedly into its framework might view their child's problematic symptoms and behaviors — like inattention, and disruptive or defiant behaviors — through the lens of their indigo child status or identity." This, she explains, "could lead them to dismiss, resist, or delay addressing problems through traditional channels of proper diagnosis and treatment."

When a child isn't treated for ADHD, for example, there can be far-reaching consequences. Many experts say that untreated ADHD can lead to substance abuse problems, detrimental eating habits and even poor driving skills, among other issues. Children on the autism spectrum who don't receive support are not likely to develop social skills and may have significant behavioral problems as they grow and mature.

"In society, we need just to see people as people, and we all have symptoms that can be holding us back in one way or another in life," Vermani says. "It is harmful to categorize people rather than acknowledge, understand and help them overcome problematic symptoms. Professionally I believe that treatment is about providing coping skills, resources, and professional guidance to address problematic symptoms ... as early as possible."

Counters Berg, "ADHD, Autism, neurodivergence, and titles of this nature are all ways that we categorize the sensitivity that comes with the shift in awareness that we're currently undergoing. [The] indigo child is another way to describe the concept because our children are coming in with greater awareness due to the collective shift."

## How To Know If You Have an Indigo Aura

An indigo child is defined by its indigo aura, which is not the easiest thing to see, but apparently possible. To get such a visual of the "luminous body that surrounds your physical one," some experts say to stand in front of a mirror, squint your eyes and soften your gaze ever so slightly. It might also help to look away a bit, so that the reflection is more in your peripheral vision. Hopefully, some extra light or colors that weren't there before will start to show up. Or, find an aural photographer near you to get the job done. An aural photo will show your colors around your portrait thanks to some sensors you hold while the photo is being taken. These sensors send an electric charge through the body which will give off energy as different colors.

Colorology believers maintain that there are a bunch of different auras to be seen, and that sometimes more than one color is apparent. People with red auras are said to be energetic and strong-willed, while those with green auras are very social, nurturing and good at communication. Indigos are said to be gentle, spiritual and curious.

Whether you fully believe in the existence of indigo children or think it's all hogwash, psychologist Vermani says it's wise to keep a "clear focus" on what's happening in a child's life. "We need to see children as individuals, and understand that each child is unique," she says. "And parents need to understand that it is their responsibility to recognize and address problematic symptoms and behaviors that could hold their child back from succeeding in their life ... regardless of the hue of their aura."

thats all i gtg. ill add later