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Have you ever been provoked by the power of colors?

2020.10.12

As for me, one of my favorite activities is coordinating colors.

At first, due to my interest in fashion, I used to learn “color analysis,” selecting the most suitable colors based on a person’s skin tone. At that time, I was surprised to know that a person looks more cheerful and confident when wearing appropriate types of colors. This experience increased my interest in colors and escalated my motivation to learn more about the world of colors. Not only coordinating colors for clothes, but also thinking about creating color coordination for everyday things, such as interior design, is a big part of who I am.



How about you? Do you seriously consider what colors to wear or select when buying new things? Well, here’s something to think about.


In general, many researchers show that colors have a powerful influence on our mood and even physiological reactions. In other words, colors are strongly associated with our feelings and behaviors. 


To be a successful learner in any field, knowing the colors that influence us to learn positively and help us to make the most use of them can be worth taking into consideration!


I would like to share some tips for you to create an environment which fosters your learning.


Colors that promote learning:
1) Blue
This color helps you to be calm both mentally and physically. If you study something complicated or overwhelming, this color creates a safe and calm mood to focus on the matter. According to some research, people with highly intellectual work such as computer programmers and researchers, tend to be more productive in a blue environment. It is also said that using blue is beneficial for improving reading comprehension, as well as studying any challenging material.
Why not consider using blue ink or a blue highlighter when you have to read a thick complex textbook?
 
2) Orange / Yellow
These colors help you to be cheerful and more energetic. Orange and yellow are the colors that we see from the sun. When feeling the sunshine on your face, these warm and bright colors will help you to lift your mood. If you feel down because of a bad mark on your test, trouble with your friends etc., why don’t you use orange or yellow stationary? You will regain your energy for studying!
However, one thing you should keep in mind about these colors is that you should be careful how long you look at them. Looking at bright colors for a long time will make your eyes tired.  
 
 
3) Green
This color helps you to improve your concentration. As you have probably heard before, looking at green, which is the color of the forest, promotes relaxation and restfulness. Green is the most restful color for the human eye! Moreover, it improves efficiency and long-term concentration, so it is an excellent color to be used at the workplace. Some studies show that people who work in green offices have a higher rate of job satisfaction. So, why don’t you paint your study room a nice green?
 
Whether you believe this or not is totally up to you, yet I hope this information will help you when you study next time! Enjoy bringing colors into your life!


Photo Credit: Sharon McCutcheon @pexels.com
 

Blog Quiz


1. According to the blog, what is color analysis?


A.    Using color to predict your future.

B.    Choosing colors that best match your skin color.

C.    Coordinating your clothes with the seasons.

 

2. According to the blog, what is the benefit of the colors yellow and orange?

 

A.    They help to cheer you up.

B.    They make you feel more relaxed.

C.    They encourage you to work harder.

 

3. According to the blog, what color should you use if you want to concentrate on a difficult task?

 

A.    Blue.

B.    Orange or yellow.

C.    Green.

 

 

 

 

Scroll down ↓ for the answers to the quiz.

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

Quiz Answers

 




1. B

2. A

3. C

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