When I got dressed this morning, I decided to wear a gray polo shirt. And yesterday I wore a green shirt. After leaving the house, I asked myself if there was a reason I chose the gray shirt today and the green one yesterday? But all I could come up was that I felt like it.
While most of us don’t focus on color on a daily basis, color does influence our lives. It can affect our mood and our thoughts. This is most obvious in our clothing choices. The colors we wear communicate to others how we feel. Think of the co-worker that always wears bright colors or patterns. They always seem to be cheery and energetic – and they always noticed by others. Now think of the co-worker that wears “blah” colors. They never seem to be cheery and they don’t get noticed.
Colors also influence our daily lives more than just our clothes. For example, studies have shown that weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in gyms that are the color blue? Blue supposedly has a relaxing effect. Other studies have shown that the color yellow speeds up metabolism and makes you eat more. Never paint your kitchen yellow.
So the next time you head to your closet, remember that color choice is important. It reflects your mood and may even change it. Try picking the brightest thing in your closet – and see if you notice a difference in the way you feel or how people react to you.
Justin – A Lumen
