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Effect of colors in our life
By : Mrs. shabana Azmi Malik
Principal, Uttaranchal College of nursing
UCBMS&H, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Color psychology can be termed as the study of how colors affect our moods and feelings.
When we view different colors, different psychological cues are triggered. We always feel more
relaxed in a greenhouse full of plants. Offices having warmer colored hues such as browns and
golds actually make people feel warmer while those with lighter colors like pale blue or white
make people feel cooler.
Research shows that certain colors bring about distinctly different emotions and behavioral
changes within us. Let us look at some of the most common colours in our daily lives and how
they affect us.
RED: Red is described as a warm and vibrant color which evokes intense emotions. Although it
is often connected to feelings of anger and aggression, it is also the symbol of love and comfort.
According to a survey, it is the boldest and most passionate colour that has the capability of making
one feel powerful. Red is frequently used to catch somebody's attention, for example in build
boards and traffic signage.
YELLOW: Yellow is often considered to be a cheerful and warm colour that is sure to lift our
spirits and self-esteem. However, it is also one that causes the most eyestrain if one looks at it for
too long due to the huge amount of light reflected. Although described as sunny, yellow can also
give rise to aggression and frustration.
BLACK: Black is the perfect absorber of all light and since no light is reflected, it can often seem
menacing to some as many people are afraid of the dark. It is primarily associated with evil, death
and mourning, and creates a perception of seriousness. However, it is also a symbol of glamour
and power and is hence used to represent treacherous characters such a Count Dracula and witches.
WHITE: Exactly the opposite of black, white is the perfect reflector of all light. It symbolises
purity or innocence, hence the white gown that Western brides wear. It creates an illusion of space
and designers often use this colour to make smaller spaces appear larger. While mostly positive,
white can also be described as cold, lonely and sterile which is most evident in the white walls of
hospitals.
BLUE: One of the world's favourite colours, blue is called the colour of the mind and is described
as soothing, tranquil, serene and orderly. Blue is said to boost productivity and is therefore often
used to paint office walls. To project an image of security, advertisement companies often use blue
while marketing their products. However, it can also be a sign of aloofness, sadness or
unfriendliness and this is said to be because of the apparent drop in pulse rate and body temperature
upon exposure to blue.
GREEN: Green is the symbol of nature and its tranquillity. Being in the centre of the spectrum, it
acts as the colour of balance. Often said to relieve stress and have a calming effect, researchers
have now found out that green can improve eyesight and reading abilities. On a negative note,
however, green symbolises jealousy as the phrase goes “green with jealousy” and also stagnation
and blandness.
BROWN: Brown is associated with the natural world as well, however it invokes a sense of
dependability and security much like the earth. Often described as down-to-earth and safe, it can
also be sophisticated at times. Although it brings feelings of warmth, in large quantities and for a
greater length of time, it can create feelings of loneliness and sadness.
ORANGE: Orange is a combination of red and yellow and screams of excitement and energy. So,
it is the perfect colour to wear to work to boost your enthusiasm. It is often associated to the warmth
and beauty of the setting sun and at other times to the refreshing and tangy taste of fruits like
oranges. However, when in excess, it can lead to feelings of carelessness and lack of sincerity.
References:
https://www.thedailystar.net/shout/the-effect-colours-our-mood-1530781
https://www.google.com/search?q=color+psychology&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjV
64ea6vboAhUMXn0KHRvvAZkQ_AUoAXoECBYQAw&biw=1366&bih=625
http://www.arttherapyblog.com/online/color-psychology-psychologica-effects-of-colors/#.Xp1-ZcgzbIU

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effect of colors in life

  • 1. Effect of colors in our life By : Mrs. shabana Azmi Malik Principal, Uttaranchal College of nursing UCBMS&H, Dehradun, Uttarakhand Color psychology can be termed as the study of how colors affect our moods and feelings. When we view different colors, different psychological cues are triggered. We always feel more relaxed in a greenhouse full of plants. Offices having warmer colored hues such as browns and golds actually make people feel warmer while those with lighter colors like pale blue or white make people feel cooler. Research shows that certain colors bring about distinctly different emotions and behavioral changes within us. Let us look at some of the most common colours in our daily lives and how they affect us. RED: Red is described as a warm and vibrant color which evokes intense emotions. Although it is often connected to feelings of anger and aggression, it is also the symbol of love and comfort. According to a survey, it is the boldest and most passionate colour that has the capability of making one feel powerful. Red is frequently used to catch somebody's attention, for example in build boards and traffic signage. YELLOW: Yellow is often considered to be a cheerful and warm colour that is sure to lift our spirits and self-esteem. However, it is also one that causes the most eyestrain if one looks at it for too long due to the huge amount of light reflected. Although described as sunny, yellow can also give rise to aggression and frustration.
  • 2. BLACK: Black is the perfect absorber of all light and since no light is reflected, it can often seem menacing to some as many people are afraid of the dark. It is primarily associated with evil, death and mourning, and creates a perception of seriousness. However, it is also a symbol of glamour and power and is hence used to represent treacherous characters such a Count Dracula and witches. WHITE: Exactly the opposite of black, white is the perfect reflector of all light. It symbolises purity or innocence, hence the white gown that Western brides wear. It creates an illusion of space and designers often use this colour to make smaller spaces appear larger. While mostly positive, white can also be described as cold, lonely and sterile which is most evident in the white walls of hospitals. BLUE: One of the world's favourite colours, blue is called the colour of the mind and is described as soothing, tranquil, serene and orderly. Blue is said to boost productivity and is therefore often used to paint office walls. To project an image of security, advertisement companies often use blue while marketing their products. However, it can also be a sign of aloofness, sadness or unfriendliness and this is said to be because of the apparent drop in pulse rate and body temperature upon exposure to blue. GREEN: Green is the symbol of nature and its tranquillity. Being in the centre of the spectrum, it acts as the colour of balance. Often said to relieve stress and have a calming effect, researchers have now found out that green can improve eyesight and reading abilities. On a negative note, however, green symbolises jealousy as the phrase goes “green with jealousy” and also stagnation and blandness. BROWN: Brown is associated with the natural world as well, however it invokes a sense of dependability and security much like the earth. Often described as down-to-earth and safe, it can also be sophisticated at times. Although it brings feelings of warmth, in large quantities and for a greater length of time, it can create feelings of loneliness and sadness. ORANGE: Orange is a combination of red and yellow and screams of excitement and energy. So, it is the perfect colour to wear to work to boost your enthusiasm. It is often associated to the warmth and beauty of the setting sun and at other times to the refreshing and tangy taste of fruits like oranges. However, when in excess, it can lead to feelings of carelessness and lack of sincerity. References: