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The Meaning and. Psychology of Color. Source: http://www.squidoo.com/colorexpert/. Is seen as trustworthy, dependable and committed Invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming The physical and mental effects: * Calming and sedate * Cooling * Aids intuition.

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  1. The Meaning and Psychology of Color Source: http://www.squidoo.com/colorexpert/

  2. Is seen as trustworthy, dependable and committed • Invokes rest and can cause the body to produce chemicals that are calming • The physical and mental effects:* Calming and sedate* Cooling* Aids intuition Blue Source: http://www.squidoo.com/colorexpert/

  3. Green • Is the pervasive color • The natural greens are seen as tranquil and refreshing • Green is considered the color of peace and ecology The physical and mental effects * Soothing* Relaxing mentally as well as physically* Helps alleviate depression, nervousness and anxiety* Offers a sense of renewal, self-control and harmony

  4. Yellow • Shines with optimism, enlightenment, and happiness • Shades of golden yellow carry the promise of a positive future • The physical and mental effects: * Mentally stimulating* Stimulates the nervous system* Activates memory* Encourages communication

  5. Orange • Fun and flamboyant orange radiates warmth and energy • The physical and mental effects: * Stimulates activity* Stimulates appetite* Encourages socialization

  6. Red • Recognized as a stimulant • The physical and mental effects:* Increases enthusiasm* Stimulates energy* Encourages action and confidence* A sense of protection from fears and anxiety

  7. Provokes a sense of mystic and royal qualities • The physical and mental effects:* Uplifting* Calming to mind and nerves* Offers a sense of spirituality* Encourages creativity Purple

  8. Says stability, reliability, and approachability • The physical and mental effects:* Feeling of wholesomeness* Stability* Connection with the earth* Offers a sense orderliness Brown

  9. White • Projects purity, cleanliness, and neutrality • The physical and mental effects:* Aids mental clarity* Encourages us to clear clutter or obstacles* Evokes purification of thoughts or actions* Enables fresh beginnings

  10. Black • Is authoritative and powerful • Evokes strong emotions • The physical and mental effects:* feeling inconspicuous* a restful emptiness* mysterious evoking a sense of potential and possibility

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