The first three months of the year are often reported to be the most depressing. Time moves slower, the weather shows no signs of improvement and the festive spirit of the holidays has well and truly worn off. A period of less sun and nothing too exciting to look forward to, many people really start feeling the effects of the winter blues. But there are ways to fight it, and colour is one of them. Colour has an enormous effect on our mood, a fact recognized by many psychologists. Here are 4 colours you can add to your home to help you beat the winter blues.

1. Yellow, the Happiest Colour

As close to more sun as we can get; yellow is a brilliant mood booster. It’s characterized as:

  • energetic
  • happy
  • revitalizing
  • increasing optimism

It reminds many people of summer and although not quite as bright during this season as it is in spring and summer, it can still have the same positive effect on your mind and mood. Find the perfect bright yellow shade to get you out of the blues and incorporate it into your rooms through details such as pillows, blankets, wall decor, or lighting.

2. Indoor Summer Sunsets with Orange

Similar to its sibling yellow, the colour orange can help boost your mood too. Psychologists have linked this colour to alertness and concentration. If you want to start off with a bang, paint an accent wall orange or opt for statement seating. Using it as a secondary or even tertiary colour is a subtle way of incorporating this bold colour. 

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3. Ever-Green in the Home

Since winter depletes the colors of nature, adding green will provide you with some springtime comfort. Green is the natural world’s colour of energy, life, and well-being. It’s a colour that evokes calm and relaxation, and pairs well with many colours depending on the shade used.

Just as in nature, the colour green comes in a variety shades that make for excellent additions to any room. An easy way to incorporate green in your room is through living, breathing plants, but you can also be daring and opt for multiple statement walls, seating, and decorative details in various shades of green. 

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4. Beating the Blues With Blue

Yes, you can beat the winter blues with blue! Just like green, blue is considered to be another calming and serene colour of nature. Mimicking the calming of water, blue soothes your senses and relaxes the mind and body – especially during high stress situations. This colour is actually one of the most common found in colour therapy for those who deal with winter blues, stress and anxiety. From artwork to rugs, pillows, and centrepieces, consider adding a splash of blue into your abode.

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