wall colors and what they mean.

Orange-

• cheerful, bold, daring, spontaneous
• creates a sense of adventure
• encourages confidence and independence
• takes creativity and enthusiasm to new levels
• stimulates the lungs, respiration, and digestion
• reputed to increase milk production in new mothers and boost the appetite
• may elevate IQ as much as twelve points

Yellow-

• the most visible color
• sparks optimism, enlightenment, energy, creativity
• stimulates mental activity and memory
• said to encourage expression and communication
• believed to heighten mentality and strengthen muscles
• can assist in concentration, memorization, visualization skills, speaking, and writing
• some research showed babies cried more in yellow rooms
• other studies also found that couples argue most in yellow kitchens

Green-

• said to be the most refreshing color and the easiest on the eyes
• brings peace, rest, hope, comfort, balance, and harmony
• creates a sense of safety and security
• good for preemies or infants with gastroesophageal reflux syndrome
• strengthens and preserves eyesight
• alleviates depression, nervousness, and anxiety

Blue-

• perceived as a constant in our lives since it’s the color of the ocean and the sky
• soothing, calming, tranquil, peaceful
• may encourage individuals to be trustworthy, committed and dependable
• is used to help babies with respiratory distress syndrome
• decreases heart rate

Purple-

• a rich uplifting color
• provides a sense of calmness
• promotes inner strength
• inspires creativity and artistic talents
• is associated with respect and spirituality
• may calm a colicky baby and foster peaceful sleep
• provides a soothing effect on the ears, eyes, and nervous system

Pink-

• sweet, calming, innocent
• pink symbolizes youthfulness and softness
• it’s often associated with kindness
• said to heal sadness
• allows individuals to get in touch with their feelings

Brown-

• deep connection to the earth
• has natural and organic components
• is believed to afford a sense of stability and wholeness
• a very grounding color
• provides a feeling of order, reliability, and protection

Black-

• a submissive color
• makes a room appear smaller for a cozy, stabilizing feeling
• promotes a sense of bring grounded
• strengthens the ability to focus and gain a sense of self

White-

• a pure and joyous color
• symbolizes cleanliness and new beginnings
• aids in clear thinking and encourages clarity
• generates a sense of balance and harmony
• is associated with speedy healing
• a common color to treat depression

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