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FIFTY SHADES OF BLUE Written by, Mehnaz Khan Creating Positive Energy In Your Home Through COLOR WellnessRE | page 53
FIFTY Ibiza, one of the Balearic SHADES Islands in the OF BLUE Mediterranean Sea is known for its night light Written by, Mehnaz Khan and beautiful crystalline beaches. WellnessRE | page 54 What I find the most fascinating about these Mediterranean beaches are all the varying shades of blue one can see in the water. So today we’re going to dive deep and explore the psychological and emotional implications of the 50 shades of blue. I will also we sharing the best ways to use these colors in your home so you can benefit from the positive impacts of these colors.
TRAITS OF BLUE Blue is the psychological primary of the mind, the intellect. No matter what shade of blue you surround yourself with, it will always evoke a mental action. The more saturated blues (dark colors) are mentally stimulating, where as the lighter blues are mentally soothing and calming. Like any other color, blue used in the wrong context or the wrong tone can come across as cold, uncaring and aloof. Taking cues from mother nature, we know that blue is a color that does not exists in food naturally. Hence when we see blue food, our subconscious mind kicks in and signals a warning - unsafe or poison. In nature, blue is a sign of food gone bad. Before deciding to use any shade of blue in any part of your home, it essential to note down the purpose of your space and then match a shade of blue that supports that purpose. WellnessRE | page 55
BLUE INTERIORS Since blue is the color of the intellect, a strong shade of blue is a great color to use in the home office where much focus, concentration and clarity of thoughts are required. For the same reason it is a color to be avoided in eating spaces, such as the dining room , as when we are lost in thoughts, we don’t care much about our stomach. Blue will suppress appetite. WellnessRE | page 56
AVOID USING BLUES IN THE KITCHEN AND DINING AREAS Similar traits will be noticed in your kitchen. Chances are when you are hungry, you prepare a better meal. So let’s not use the blue hue in the kitchen to suppress your appetite and the desire to cook a wonderful meal. Light blue such as the “sky blue” is a great color to have in your bedroom to relax and sleep well after a long work day, as it is associated with mental calm and serenity. A client once said that she lives in a joint family system (shared living space) and sometimes conversations get tense. In such a situation, to create a living room with relaxing vibes and to ease tension, pair soft blues with soft pinks. This combination will keep the atmosphere sweet. WellnessRE | page 57
SHADES OF BLUE Turquoise is a shade of blue with yellow in it, hence it is energizing and uplift. A great color to use in the bathroom to wake up the mind and the body in the morning. Light blue eases stress and mental tension. Sky blue is a tint with a lot of white in it. As white is psychologically expansive, the sky blue will calm unrest. An ideal color to use on your walls in the bedroom to create a sleep-inducing environment. Indigo is a deep, rich blue . It is a very introverted color and helps with clarity of thoughts. It is a great color to be used sparingly in a spa like bathroom to unwind and meditate. Teal is another combination of blue and yellow but in different proportion than turquoise. These tones have a quality of freshness and cleanliness (think ocean). Another great color to be used in the bathroom. Due to the high content of yellow in this tone of blue, it should be avoided as the primary color in the bedroom. Royal Blue is a high-intensity shade that evokes intellectual activity. Use in the office for concentration.
FINAL THOUGHTS Even though blue is a great color to surround yourself with, too much of any color can have adverse affects. Surrounding yourself with too much blue or with the wrong intensity of the color makes you feel cold or depressed. Context and proportion is key to achieving an ideal scheme that can actually improve your wellbeing and happiness. Mehnaz Khan is a Behavioral Color Psychology Specialist who helps her clients create a stress-free and restful home. If you’re ready to transform your wellbeing by transforming your physical space, learn more about Mehnaz Khan. www.mehnazkhanstudio.com Not sure if your home is the source of stress and struggle in your life? Download the Free self-assessment tool to help you figure out. https://www.mehnazkhanstudio.com/colorpsychology Life is so much better with color! Mehnaz Khan is an artist and color psychology specialist for home interiors. She helps women create a restful and stress-free home, using the power of colors so they can enhance their productivity, sleep better and cope with everyday anxiety. WellnessRE | page 59
WELLNESS AGENT DIRECTORY COMING SOON IN 2021 wellness RE Pro AGENTS FOR CHANGE AT YOUR SERVICE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS THAT HAVE YOUR WELLNESS IN MIND No two agents are alike, and while every agent may strive to offer you great customer service, knowledge and support during your real estate journey, these agents have taken an extra step to show their clients they care about more than just the transaction. We are on this mission to bring health + home together and do this by educating our clients so they know what to look for in a healthy home, highlight wellness features in listings and teach them how they can create a more comfortable and healthier living environment for their families.
wellnessRE GLOSSARY OF TERMS According to the Global Wellness Institute, Wellness Real Estate is defined as homes that are proactively designed and built to support the holistic health of their residents. A Wellness community is a group of people living in close proximity who share common goals, interests and experiences in proactively pursuing wellness across its many dimensions. Green Home, Healthy Home and Wellness Home are terms that some like to use interchangeably. Here at WellnessRE magazine, we have identified some key differences. GREEN HOME HEALTHY HOME Focus is on Focus is on Sustainability Family Well-being Energy Efficiency Removing toxins Some focus on removing Creating a supportive toxins in the air & water environment for a healthy Certifications available for lifestyle homes with exceptional Routine/regular home integration maintenance WELLNESS HOME Focus is on Adding products to take the Green Home or Healthy Home to a whole new level. Adding amenities that create a spa like experience Better for new homes or extensive remodel projects WellnessRE | page 61
GLOBAL WELLNESS BEGINS AT HOME Wellness used to be a word used exclusively in the health industry. But at WellnessRE, we want to redefine it. We can strive to spread love by bringing more wellness home to our families. Living through wellness allows us to encourage nurturing environments that foster growth for ourselves and our people. In doing so, we will have more love, peace, and joy to share with others and create a ripple effect of wellness throughout the world. Together, we can make the world a healthier place, one home at a time. Special thanks to the WellnessRE Magazine team! We couldn't put together this amazing publication without you! - Sheila Alston Copy Editor: Catie Hofmeister Social Media: Shirley Pedrera Contributing experts: Angie Wegener, Amanda Klecker, Cassy West, Charisse Marei, Heather Christo, Kate Hamblet, Kristen Flowers, Leonard Steinberg, Mehnaz Khan, Michelle Ifversen, and Pearl Certification
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