Inspiring Colors

Launder · 07-26-2009, 10:14 PM

Do colors have any impact on your mood, in your honest opinion? Red and Yellow seem to be my energy colors, while blue or green are relaxing to me. I can change my mood sometimes by simply changing the colors surrounding me. Anyone have similar experiences?

jcroe22 · 07-26-2009, 10:38 PM

Actually, I do. A blue slate color allows me to focus very easily. I'm drawn to websites that are robin's egg blue. I tend to pay more attention to women in red and black. There are studies about how color affects moods as well as music.

carlwilson · 07-26-2009, 10:40 PM

Yes colors sometimes affects moods. Green also helps me to relax. And whenever I see purple, I feel happy.

niklasgroup · 07-26-2009, 10:46 PM

I like light colors. All light colors help me to relax and good mood. Like light blue.

Rudolph McDonald · 07-26-2009, 11:27 PM

Actually yes. Green affects my mood, coz when I'm tired and stressed, I just look at the greens anywhere like paint, trees or grass, it easily takes away my stress.

ponting786 · 07-27-2009, 01:45 AM

Hi....
Yes,colors have great impact in our lives..
All the light colors give me relaxation..

Tracey_Meagher · 07-27-2009, 03:05 AM

My sitting room is a warm yellow and everytime I go in there I fall asleep. I can't dare site down on my couch or I'm knocked out even it it's the middle of the day .. so I guess yellow soothes me

mr.schutz · 07-27-2009, 08:25 PM

I like green, it makes my mind feel at ease. Takes away my stresses. That's why I love the tress, the grass, and the flowers.

aQsa08 · 07-28-2009, 11:25 AM

Yes I feel in the same too..I like with green color it's make me feel calm and relax and can make me far away from stressed

CPG · 07-28-2009, 11:40 AM

It's proved fact that colors have impact in people's mood. So it works for me too. And majority of people feels the same for the same colors.

Launder · 07-28-2009, 01:06 PM

Its neat how different colors impact different people. Here's some questions for you to answer on colors, I'd like to know if we are all generally the same in what colors do certain things for us. What colors 1) Energize you 2) Inspire you 3) Relax you?

Launder · 07-28-2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frenchy LeShay

it is funny how colors can reflect a person mood, lifestyles, its so neat. Like with my daughters I know when they are having a bad day they usually wear darker colors like deep reds,browns,dark blues, but when they are having good days they wear the pinks bright greens, bright oranges, it is quite helpful to with a house full of teenagers,lol.

Crazy how such small things can affect so many aspects of our lives. I bet you have a fun time with so many teenagers to watch out for. At least you have a warning of when to watch out huh?

betesh · 07-28-2009, 01:59 PM

The color green really soothes the mood, enticing to the eyes, one of the coolest color.

nuwav · 07-28-2009, 03:02 PM

Brown colour makes me feel at one with my spirit and at peace with nature.

igorhelpsyousucceed · 07-29-2009, 07:29 AM

hmm...I never thoughts of that.

But I do seem to like light colors more than vivid ones
when I am working.

~Igor

rocketmail009 · 07-29-2009, 07:55 AM

yes colors has great impact on our daily moods
In summer I like light colors
In winter I lke Dark colors which made me relaxing

eienblue · 07-30-2009, 08:54 AM

When I'm mad, I love blue colors, it made me stay cool
When I'm really lazy, I love red colors, it gave some spirits ^^

shatner · 07-30-2009, 01:46 PM

I dont know about you guys but "black" always, ALWAYS makes me calm, how mysterious the color is, in some ways we are both at peace. Embracing the darkness, the silence in an empty dark room.

Tina Williams · 08-01-2009, 03:25 PM

Cool information in this thread!

Colors definitely effect me. I know what kind of mood I'm in when I gravitate to certain colors and can literally perk myself up by changing clothes (putting on something bright and cheery for example)

They say red is a power color too.

Thanks for asking the question. I'll stop back to see what others are saying.

@Tina_Williams

Sheila · 08-02-2009, 07:15 AM

I thought you might find this excerpt from an article on color psychology interesting . . .

Colors often have different meanings in various cultures. And even in Western societies, the meanings of various colors have changed over the years. But today in the U.S., researchers have generally found the following to be accurate.

Black

Black is the color of authority and power. It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner. It is also stylish and timeless. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men. Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil. Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black.

White

Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity. White reflects light and is considered a summer color. White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything. However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors. Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility.

Red

The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention.

Pink

The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing. Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy.

Blue

The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.

Green

Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, refreshing color. People waiting to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Brides in the Middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility. Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth. However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck.

Yellow

Cheerful sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. It is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration, hence its use for legal pads. It also speeds metabolism.

Purple

The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial.

Brown

Solid, reliable brown is the color of earth and is abundant in nature. Light brown implies genuineness while dark brown is similar to wood or leather. Brown can also be sad and wistful. Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favorite colors.

Dreams · 08-02-2009, 07:22 PM

I really do believe that colors do affect people's mood. So that is why I only put my website background in light colors. Can you imagine if this forum background color was black. It would put you in a different mood. Maybe a black-hat mood?

JakeRhodes · 08-03-2009, 09:26 AM

Orange makes me feel positive and vibrant. I also find both blue and green relaxing.

Launder · 08-03-2009, 10:17 PM

It is really fascinating that is for certain. Shelia, nice article you found there. I like the part where it says some teams paint their opposing team's locker rooms pink so they will lose energy.

Neautograph · 08-05-2009, 01:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Launder

Do colors have any impact on your mood, in your honest opinion? Red and Yellow seem to be my energy colors, while blue or green are relaxing to me. I can change my mood sometimes by simply changing the colors surrounding me. Anyone have similar experiences?

yes, definitely true!!
colors do really affect our moods!

dsanchez · 08-05-2009, 08:36 PM

I definitely need light colors in my office to relax and concentrate better. The rest of the house I can have darker colors, although definitely nothing truly dark. Bright colors I mean, something that it will make me feel good and give me energy.

Dagmar

liaochin2k9 · 08-07-2009, 01:41 AM

according to the paranormal that able to see auras, the auras has many colours that represent our self. including our mood and even our fate. believe it or not ?

markbrown0316 · 08-07-2009, 02:38 AM

Sure colors have impact on my mood, green help me relax.

InspiredMarketingGuy · 08-07-2009, 06:54 AM

Thank you so much for this Sheila!

Also, I'd like to point out that salesmen wear
Pink ties because it's been statistically proven
to improve conversions dramatically!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sheila

I thought you might find this excerpt from an article on color psychology interesting . . .

Colors often have different meanings in various cultures. And even in Western societies, the meanings of various colors have changed over the years. But today in the U.S., researchers have generally found the following to be accurate.

Black

Black is the color of authority and power. It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner. It is also stylish and timeless. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men. Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil. Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black.

White

Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity. White reflects light and is considered a summer color. White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything. However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors. Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility.

Red

The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention.

Pink

The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing. Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy.

Blue

The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.

Green

Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, refreshing color. People waiting to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Brides in the Middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility. Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth. However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck.

Yellow

Cheerful sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. It is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration, hence its use for legal pads. It also speeds metabolism.

Purple

The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial.

Brown

Solid, reliable brown is the color of earth and is abundant in nature. Light brown implies genuineness while dark brown is similar to wood or leather. Brown can also be sad and wistful. Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favorite colors.

Jooce · 08-07-2009, 07:29 AM

Yes I think green is inspiring, it's well known for it's calming or soothing if you will. If you notice sometimes the inside of a skip hat or hooded jacked is often green, this is to avoid obstruction and preserve vision when worn so it definitely does something and for a colour to do that, I think is wonderful. A lot of people get inspiration or ideas from looking out a window, often onto a field or grassy area so this also suggests it provides people with something.

olu peters · 08-11-2009, 08:15 AM

yes, colour inspires! My own favourite is RED

jpjameson · 08-13-2009, 06:14 AM

I'm partial to deep colors like burgundy red, emerald green, cobalt blue, deep purple. And yes they have an effect on mood.

frudotiktik · 08-13-2009, 06:27 AM

Hello..........

I agree with you. Colors play an important role sometimes. There are two colors that i like most and it looks attractive.

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Neautograph · 08-18-2009, 03:42 AM

Yes, color does affect our mood specially when your eyes are very tired.

cheesy · 08-18-2009, 03:48 AM

They dont have any impact on me to be honest, but i chose graphic design, so i prety know what each colour represents, here's a quickie:

Red - danger, love
Blue - cold, cool, relaxed
White - pure, simple

Maryleena · 08-18-2009, 07:28 AM

This post might be a bit to spiritual, but here goes...
It seems that, if you beleve in the soul and that it lives on after death, every soul has a color. The color of your soul is a way of telling who you are...like auras (aura is your current state - soul color is who you are in your core). Everything has auras and we feel the enegy even though the color is not visible. The visible colors also send out energy and if our soul color or aura maches the color we feel safe and vice versa.

Web Prodigy · 08-19-2009, 01:19 AM

When I was younger I felt very relaxed when I looked at a yellow thing, but now I really like orange because it makes me feel warm and very relaxed.

Patrick Meeder · 08-21-2009, 07:19 PM

I've never noticed colors really affecting me, so this post is rather intriguing.

Steve-K · 08-24-2009, 04:15 PM

I personally like "pastels". They make my day brighter.

Christopher Grant · 08-25-2009, 12:08 AM

Hmm, I don't know if it inspires me. But Green really relaxes me, after 8 hours of work at the computer, just by looking at the Green paint, really soothes me.

usmanshakir · 09-05-2009, 11:30 AM

yes colors have power to change our mood.
Green color always feel me cool and light blue color liiks like sky.
The colors of shining stars are more than other.The show me how bis is the univers and how small we are.They show me how sweet they are.

and.design · 09-07-2009, 01:03 PM

same as above...
I love blue too...
but I also like white...the purest colours of all ^^

metafever · 09-07-2009, 01:31 PM

Blue and Orange. . . . .

I like them together and separate.

johnfernandez · 09-08-2009, 08:17 AM

Hello..
Most of bright colors are my favorite colours but according red is energy color.Yes of course sometimes colors affect your mood.I think green and white colors are relaxing colors.Every color represents something.

elcidvacationsclub · 09-08-2009, 08:33 AM

Dark colors for me, I don't have the likes of light colors.

Bright Wings · 09-08-2009, 03:04 PM

I'm responding to Launder's question about which colors invoke certain feelings. For me it's:

Energize = electtic blue
inspire = dark purple/heliotrope
Relax = soft greens, sea colors

Very interesting discussion!

Nancy

katiec · 09-08-2009, 06:26 PM

Red makes me angry, pink or some reason makes me angry too.

If it's a nice flat green and black color, I feel most at ease. Color is definitely a factor for me.

Jack Chua · 09-08-2009, 08:13 PM

Exactly, I believe in the effects of colors with regards to our mood. I am more into green because like you said it is relaxing. It would also give me a cool view on my surroundings. Green also is money for me... hehehe...

abdoue · 09-09-2009, 10:35 PM

me refer special color which is nail here is why

based on the event of occasion

Your choice of nail color for a conservative job interview is going to be different than the shade you choose for a swanky night out on the town. In a conservative office environment, it's best to stick with more muted or neutral shades to give an air of professionalism, particularly if you use your hands to gesture during an interview. You'll want your fingernails to be clean and polished but not attention getting. If the setting where you'll be interviewing is extremely conservative, you may want to opt for a clear polish and hold off on color all together.

In contrast, if you're heading to an evening party, this is a great time to experiment with the colors you've never dared to try in the light of day. It's time to bring out the golds, silvers, and bronzes that might not be appropriate for day time wear. Keep your jewelry selection in mind when choosing a nail polish color. If you're wearing gold jewelry, it's best to select a gold polish rather than a silver.

Choosing nail color: Choose based on skin color

If you're fair skinned, you'll probably look best in lighter shades of nail polish with pink undertones. Nail polishes that have blue undertones may also work well with fair skin. Fair skinned women tend to look their best in berry red shades of nail polish with a lighter color for day and more dramatic shade for the evening wear.

If your skin has more olive undertones and is a bit darker, you'll probably look fantastic in shades of russet and gold. These shades of nail polish really tend to play up olive skin.

hope you like it thanks,

mathewhayden · 09-10-2009, 04:32 AM

Hi..
Mostly I like light colors like pink,purple,sky blue,yellow and of course white. Sometimes colors affect your mood.purple is color of royalty and luxury. White is most peaceful color. I think every color says some thing.

pamela diela · 09-17-2009, 05:15 AM

If you are looking to be taken seriously and want a professional appearance, stick with neutral colors like beige, tan, or egg-shell white. You are making no statements with those colors, and it goes with everything!

07-26-2009, 10:14 PM	#1
Launder Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 77 Thanks: 5 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	Inspiring Colors Do colors have any impact on your mood, in your honest opinion? Red and Yellow seem to be my energy colors, while blue or green are relaxing to me. I can change my mood sometimes by simply changing the colors surrounding me. Anyone have similar experiences?

07-26-2009, 10:38 PM	#2
jcroe22 Warrior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Pensacola,FL , USA. Posts: 7 Thanks: 2 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Inspiring Colors Actually, I do. A blue slate color allows me to focus very easily. I'm drawn to websites that are robin's egg blue. I tend to pay more attention to women in red and black. There are studies about how color affects moods as well as music.

07-26-2009, 10:40 PM	#3
carlwilson Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 19 Thanks: 1 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors Yes colors sometimes affects moods. Green also helps me to relax. And whenever I see purple, I feel happy.

07-26-2009, 10:46 PM	#4
niklasgroup Niklas Group Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 38 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors I like light colors. All light colors help me to relax and good mood. Like light blue.
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07-26-2009, 11:27 PM	#5
Rudolph McDonald Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Posts: 18 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors Actually yes. Green affects my mood, coz when I'm tired and stressed, I just look at the greens anywhere like paint, trees or grass, it easily takes away my stress.

07-27-2009, 01:45 AM	#6
ponting786 Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 53 Thanks: 1 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors Hi.... Yes,colors have great impact in our lives.. All the light colors give me relaxation..

07-27-2009, 03:05 AM	#7
Tracey_Meagher Alter course, Mr. Paris War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ireland Posts: 449 Thanks: 67 Thanked 100 Times in 54 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors My sitting room is a warm yellow and everytime I go in there I fall asleep. I can't dare site down on my couch or I'm knocked out even it it's the middle of the day .. so I guess yellow soothes me

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mr.schutz A Little bit of Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 160 Thanks: 21 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors I like green, it makes my mind feel at ease. Takes away my stresses. That's why I love the tress, the grass, and the flowers.

07-28-2009, 11:25 AM	#9
aQsa08 Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 42 Thanks: 11 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors Yes I feel in the same too..I like with green color it's make me feel calm and relax and can make me far away from stressed

07-28-2009, 11:40 AM	#10
CPG Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 17 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Inspiring Colors It's proved fact that colors have impact in people's mood. So it works for me too. And majority of people feels the same for the same colors.
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07-28-2009, 01:06 PM	#11
Launder Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 77 Thanks: 5 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors Its neat how different colors impact different people. Here's some questions for you to answer on colors, I'd like to know if we are all generally the same in what colors do certain things for us. What colors 1) Energize you 2) Inspire you 3) Relax you?

07-28-2009, 01:59 PM	#13
betesh Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 29 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors The color green really soothes the mood, enticing to the eyes, one of the coolest color.
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nuwav HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: London, UK Posts: 222 Thanks: 94 Thanked 51 Times in 18 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Inspiring Colors Brown colour makes me feel at one with my spirit and at peace with nature.
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igorhelpsyousucceed Mastermind Marketer War Room Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: , , Israel. Posts: 1,335 Thanks: 362 Thanked 296 Times in 130 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Inspiring Colors hmm...I never thoughts of that. But I do seem to like light colors more than vivid ones when I am working. ~Igor
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rocketmail009 Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 56 Thanks: 3 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors yes colors has great impact on our daily moods In summer I like light colors In winter I lke Dark colors which made me relaxing

07-30-2009, 08:54 AM	#17
eienblue Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 28 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Inspiring Colors When I'm mad, I love blue colors, it made me stay cool When I'm really lazy, I love red colors, it gave some spirits ^^

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shatner Warrior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 23 Thanks: 5 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors I dont know about you guys but "black" always, ALWAYS makes me calm, how mysterious the color is, in some ways we are both at peace. Embracing the darkness, the silence in an empty dark room.
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08-01-2009, 03:25 PM	#19
Tina Williams KLT Coach War Room Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sunny Florida, USA. Posts: 349 Thanks: 186 Thanked 151 Times in 107 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Inspiring Colors Cool information in this thread! Colors definitely effect me. I know what kind of mood I'm in when I gravitate to certain colors and can literally perk myself up by changing clothes (putting on something bright and cheery for example) They say red is a power color too. Thanks for asking the question. I'll stop back to see what others are saying. @Tina_Williams
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08-02-2009, 07:15 AM	#20
Sheila HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Pittsburgh, PA: USA. Posts: 168 Thanks: 49 Thanked 31 Times in 20 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors I thought you might find this excerpt from an article on color psychology interesting . . . Colors often have different meanings in various cultures. And even in Western societies, the meanings of various colors have changed over the years. But today in the U.S., researchers have generally found the following to be accurate. Black Black is the color of authority and power. It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner. It is also stylish and timeless. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men. Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil. Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black. White Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity. White reflects light and is considered a summer color. White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything. However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors. Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility. Red The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention. Pink The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing. Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy. Blue The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms. Green Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, refreshing color. People waiting to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Brides in the Middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility. Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth. However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck. Yellow Cheerful sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. It is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration, hence its use for legal pads. It also speeds metabolism. Purple The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial. Brown Solid, reliable brown is the color of earth and is abundant in nature. Light brown implies genuineness while dark brown is similar to wood or leather. Brown can also be sad and wistful. Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favorite colors.

08-02-2009, 07:22 PM	#21
Dreams Wishing Everyone Success! War Room Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 120 Thanks: 37 Thanked 9 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors I really do believe that colors do affect people's mood. So that is why I only put my website background in light colors. Can you imagine if this forum background color was black. It would put you in a different mood. Maybe a black-hat mood?

08-03-2009, 09:26 AM	#22
JakeRhodes HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: UK Posts: 188 Blog Entries: 8 Thanks: 2 Thanked 42 Times in 15 Posts Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors Orange makes me feel positive and vibrant. I also find both blue and green relaxing.
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08-03-2009, 10:17 PM	#23
Launder Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 77 Thanks: 5 Thanked 9 Times in 8 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors It is really fascinating that is for certain. Shelia, nice article you found there. I like the part where it says some teams paint their opposing team's locker rooms pink so they will lose energy.

08-05-2009, 08:36 PM	#25
dsanchez HyperActive Warrior Join Date: May 2006 Location: Georgia, U.S. Posts: 197 Thanks: 7 Thanked 7 Times in 7 Posts Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors I definitely need light colors in my office to relax and concentrate better. The rest of the house I can have darker colors, although definitely nothing truly dark. Bright colors I mean, something that it will make me feel good and give me energy. Dagmar

08-07-2009, 01:41 AM	#26
liaochin2k9 Active Warrior Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 50 Thanks: 10 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors according to the paranormal that able to see auras, the auras has many colours that represent our self. including our mood and even our fate. believe it or not ?

08-07-2009, 02:38 AM	#27
markbrown0316 Warrior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Peoria, Arizona Posts: 17 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors Sure colors have impact on my mood, green help me relax.

08-07-2009, 07:29 AM	#29
Jooce Warrior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 2 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors Yes I think green is inspiring, it's well known for it's calming or soothing if you will. If you notice sometimes the inside of a skip hat or hooded jacked is often green, this is to avoid obstruction and preserve vision when worn so it definitely does something and for a colour to do that, I think is wonderful. A lot of people get inspiration or ideas from looking out a window, often onto a field or grassy area so this also suggests it provides people with something.

08-11-2009, 08:15 AM	#30
olu peters one minute Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Nigeria Posts: 17 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors yes, colour inspires! My own favourite is RED

08-13-2009, 06:14 AM	#31
jpjameson Active Warrior Join Date: May 2006 Location: Sacramento , USA. Posts: 30 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Inspiring Colors I'm partial to deep colors like burgundy red, emerald green, cobalt blue, deep purple. And yes they have an effect on mood.
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08-13-2009, 06:27 AM	#32
frudotiktik Banned Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors Hello.......... I agree with you. Colors play an important role sometimes. There are two colors that i like most and it looks attractive. Joomla Programmer

08-18-2009, 03:42 AM	#33
Neautograph Warrior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: USA Posts: 18 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors Yes, color does affect our mood specially when your eyes are very tired.
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08-18-2009, 03:48 AM	#34
cheesy Graphic Designer Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: North Wales, UK Posts: 100 Thanks: 19 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts Social Networking	Re: Inspiring Colors They dont have any impact on me to be honest, but i chose graphic design, so i prety know what each colour represents, here's a quickie: Red - danger, love Blue - cold, cool, relaxed White - pure, simple
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08-18-2009, 07:28 AM	#35
Maryleena HyperActive Warrior War Room Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Denmark Posts: 99 Thanks: 9 Thanked 83 Times in 9 Posts Social Networking Contact Info	Re: Inspiring Colors This post might be a bit to spiritual, but here goes... It seems that, if you beleve in the soul and that it lives on after death, every soul has a color. The color of your soul is a way of telling who you are...like auras (aura is your current state - soul color is who you are in your core). Everything has auras and we feel the enegy even though the color is not visible. The visible colors also send out energy and if our soul color or aura maches the color we feel safe and vice versa.

08-19-2009, 01:19 AM	#36
Web Prodigy Active Warrior Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 45 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors When I was younger I felt very relaxed when I looked at a yellow thing, but now I really like orange because it makes me feel warm and very relaxed.

08-21-2009, 07:19 PM	#37
Patrick Meeder Want Links? Check My Sig Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Netherlands Posts: 31 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Contact Info	Re: Inspiring Colors I've never noticed colors really affecting me, so this post is rather intriguing.

08-24-2009, 04:15 PM	#38
Steve-K Steve War Room Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 373 Thanks: 22 Thanked 29 Times in 26 Posts	Re: Inspiring Colors I personally like "pastels". They make my day brighter.