Psychological effect of each color

Each color affects our psyche and body because it has a specific wavelength and energy that our body unconsciously receives ("reads"). These color properties are used in healing - color therapy.

Color psychologists claim that our color perception is based on accumulated experience and way of thinking, and is influenced by instincts. That is why the color effect can be very individual and different. In addition, cultural, traditional, political, symbolic as well as fashionable meanings of colors also play a certain role.

In order to select suitable colors for the interior or for the murals, it is advisable to get to know the meaning and effect of the colors. At home, the colors can create a positive, calming or invigorating atmosphere. The bright colors visually expand the space, the dark vice versa make it visually smaller seem.

The warm shades "increase" the perceived room temperature slightly, while the cold colors make it feel a little lower. Different shades of a color can also be perceived differently.

Bedeutungen und Wirkung der Farben

color	Associations	Meaning	Effect
Red	Passion, Love, Sensuality, Happiness, Fire, Danger, Anger, Rage, Aggression, Destruction, Vitality, Drive, energy, liberation, strong feelings about life, power, strength, courage, excitement, no self-doubt	Attention, courageous, dynamic, powerful, passionate, seductive, warm, vital, dominant, dangerous, aggressive, arrogant, brutal, angry, loud, warning and signal color, male color, corresponds to the choleric temperament	Noticeable; invigorating, awakens inner strength, attractive, stimulates appetite, stimulates, activates, invigorates, strengthens; Signal effect; activates body and mind; warmed, but also heated; stimulates circulation, metabolism and immune system; stands for self-confidence; increases interest; conveys sensuality; too much red is depressing and can make you aggressive; makes dynamic and vital; increases self-esteem, gives vitality.
Orange	vitality, energy, joy, trust, warmth, lightness, sociability, open-mindedness, courage, Summer, sunlight, fire, lust for life, enjoyment, superficiality, cheap	Friendly, cheerful, bright, close, warm, vital, young, dubious, obtrusive, impulsive, earthly, radiating, dense, loud, restless, optimism, joie de vivre, light-heartedness, Affirmation of life, desire for experiences, spirit of enterprise, expansion, female color, extroversion	Invigorates, motivates, strengthens, renews, cheers up, inspires, has a stimulating effect; brightens mood, conveys sociability, open-mindedness, self-confidence and health; increases attraction, achievement and creativity; is rich in stimulation and energy; encourages self-esteem; Awakens joy and contemplation.
Yellow	sun, light, power, joy, egoism, avarice, envy, gold, wealth, happy, optimistic, bright, luminous, relaxed, pushy, toxic, cowardly, envious	The brightest and most luminous of colors, mind, lightness, communication, optimism, happiness, joie de vivre, cheerfulness, the new, Modernity, future, knowledge, reason, logic, intelligence, willingness to change, Self-confidence, warm, cheerful, cheerful, active, easy, sunny, masculine color, corresponds to the sanguine temperament	Opening, comfortable, radiant; invigorates and cheers up, cheers up; relieves anxiety and insecurity; encourages curiosity and communication; encourages intellect, concentration and performance; reinforces the rational; brings clarity, conveys happiness; but too much yellow can overstimulate the nervous system.
Green	nature, environment, spring, growth, health, envy, weariness, happiness, hope, life, contentment, regeneration, Neutrality, indifference, renewal, peace, hope, relaxation, harmony, calm, positive, restful, immature, sour, inexperienced	life, naturalness, hope, security, youth, calm, peace, harmony, center, balance, trust, contentment, almost can not be applied excessively, passive, motherliness, feminine color, corresponds to the melancholic temperament	Relaxes and balances, soothes, harmonises; generous, restful and soothing; can relieve grief, lovesickness and anger; makes you relaxed, but also indifferent; can awaken potential in people; refreshes, invigorates, provides you with new strength; helps to balance body and soul; elicits sympathy and trust; improves judgment; moves to transformation and further development.
Blue	sky, water, expanse, freedom, coolness, reason, longing, melancholy, seriousness, peace, calm, stillness, faithfulness, deepening, security, endless possibilities, cold, relaxing, trusting, dependable, authoritarian, strong, impersonal, depressive, boring	Typical business colors, calm, trust, longing, sense of duty, introspection, introspection, concentration, depth, competence, inspiration, creativity, duty, conservatism, Constancy, coldness, clarity, passive, feminine color, corresponds to the phlegmatic temperament	Sober, matter-of-fact, trusting,melancholic; relaxes, refreshes, cools, expands, soothes; frank, casual, heavenly, clear, transparent, sterile; encourages intuition, precise thinking and objectivity; soothing to peace and tranquility; exudes freshness and cleanliness; provides relaxation and harmony; stimulates the unconscious; strengthens life forces.
Purple Purple Purple	Extravagance, Magic, Alchemy, Suffering, Sorrow, Extraordinary, Imaginative, Magical, Fashionable, Original, creative, unnatural, artificial, irrelevant, uncertain, ambiguous, somber, cool	Stability, Dignity, Mysticism, Magic, Spirituality, Inspiration, Energy, Wisdom, Protection, Art, passion, vanity, frustration, mental processes, rest, frugality, introverted lifestyle	Contradictory, intimate, tender, proud, arrogant, mysterious, mystifying; internalized, discouraged, dematerialized; regenerated and deepened; noble, rich, valuable, cushioning and heavy; stands for spirituality, bordering on other dimensions; conveys extravagance and elegance; exudes worthiness; encourages focus and confidence; stimulates creativity, senses and spirit; supports rest; promotes inner balance, peace and compassion; curbs appetite and desire.
Magenta Pink	Fire, Danger, Destruction, Femininity, Intrigue, Arrogance, Magic, Magnificence, Dignity, Dominion	Extravagance, emphasis, transformations, compassion, idealism, order, commitment, dominance, snobbery	United; expressive; neutralizes stress and shock; gives inner freedom; exudes security.
pink	Nature, blossom, tenderness, joy, first love, gentle, warm	Romance, innocence, tender love, sympathy, happiness, togetherness, well-being	Innocent; soothing; reduces aggression; improves judgment; promotes empathy, makes you more sensitive.
Black	Darkness, night, serious, classic, elegant, fashionable, neutral, factual, modern, functional, gloomy, sad, lonely, heavy	No light, dignity shrouded in mystery, independence, prestige, depression, sadness, worry, silence, depth, security, distinctive, professional, unfamiliar	Dark, dense, massive, absorbing, heavy, very hard, repellent, inhibiting; noble, solemn; High contrast; gives special meaning to the details; conveys seriousness and inspires respect; enhances other colors, emphasizes power.
White	Snow, Ice, Angel, Purity, Innocence, Order, Knowledge, Escape, Plain, Neutral, Clean, Cold, Sterile, Empty, Magical, Clinically Bright	Sum of all colors, purity, clarity, innocence, peace, remoteness	Friendly; elegant; bright, radiant, dazzling, serene; open, limitless, light; stabilizes emotions, distances, neutralizes; conveys nobility, cleanliness and innocence; Too much white looks boring, sterile, factual.
Gray	Mouse, elegant, matter-of-fact, professional, formal, boring, characterless, drab, depressing, unremarkable	Typical business color, restraint, neutrality, objectivity, boredom, insecurity, fear of life, inconspicuousness, Monotony, transience, formal, reserved, sober, emotionless, indefinite, characterless, conservative, discreet	Modern; noble; sober; neutralizes individuality; Complements and contrasts a bold color.
Brown	Nature, environment, wood, security, comfort, old-fashioned, warm, down-to-earth, natural, reliable, traditional, heavy, sad, dirty, withdrawn, comfortable	Fashionable business colour, homely atmosphere, earthy security, material security, protection, stability, calm, traditional, comfortable, warm, earthy, simple	Rustic, sedate; Calms, balances, stabilizes; Conveys conservativeness.
Turquoise Cyan	Tenacity, stamina, bright, fresh, flamboyant, luminous, lovely, cool	Freshness, freedom, clarity, openness, awareness, distance, emptiness, independence, coolness, egoism, independence, self-assertion, idealism	Distant, distant, unapproachable, clear, cool; Fascinating, extravagant, personal; promotes awake life, clarity and freedom; supports setting boundaries and being confident.
Gold	Sun, power, wealth, golden wedding	Power, wealth, color of great anniversaries, loyalty, helpfulness, friendship, truth, precious, energetic	Gives strength and enthusiasm; combats fear, insecurity and indifference; looks high-quality, magnificent, extravagant, refined, luxurious; too much gold looks snooty, stagnant, heavy;
Silver	Shine, modern, technical	Courtesy, cleverness, independence, security, punctuality, modern, unconventional, original, technical	Cleans; harmonized; contributes to communicative skills; Shines, but does not suppress other colors, but reflects them.