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What Does Your Favorite Color Say About You?

The psychology of color is fascinating! Everyday there are more and more studies conducted that reveal new information about how color impacts our lives.  Did you know that…

RED:
 Increases the pulse rate, breathing and blood pressure? If you like red you yearn for the impulsive life. Red is the color of action, love, and courage.  You are likely to be outspoken and athletic.

BLUE: A wonderfully calming color. Did you know that blue actually causes the brain to send off eleven chemical tranquilizers? If you like blue, you are probably a capable, conservative, and sensitive person.

GREEN: Green is definitely Mother Nature’s favorite color! People who enjoy surrounding themselves with green tend to be fresh, natural, and friendly. Green shades tend to evoke a sense of relaxation, comfort, and quietness. It also represents new growth and new beginnings, and can be used as a stress-reducing color.

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YELLOW: A stimulating color. People who like yellow tend to be smart and high minded. You might find yourself remaining optimistic in most situations, and are generally enthusiastic about new ideas. You enjoy action, and have the ability to project your ideas well to others.

ORANGEAn exuberant and bold color. Orange lovers tend to be friendly, cheerful and are able to get along with practically everyone. You are social by nature, and hate to be alone. You want the world to be warm and mellow like the glow of a fireplace.

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PURPLE: A royal and fantasy invoking color. If you like purple, you could possibly be an artist at heart. You like to surround yourself with talented people and tend to be very free-spirited by nature.

BROWN: A warm and comforting color. Brown lovers are often conscientious, and steady in their ways. You tend to be very interested in genealogy and home. The company of your family is paramount in your life.

Interested in learning more about the psychology of color? Contact the Bromberek Design Team at Decorating Den Interiors and let us add a little color into your life! Visit www.decdens.com/jbromberek or call us at 630-369-2476.  

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