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Today we are going to focus on warm colors. As I'm sure you've figured out, warm colors are the opposite of cool. Warm colors are those of browns, reds, oranges, and yellows. A warm color, which should be quite obvious to all of us, is the sun. The beautiful yellow sun gives off beams of warmth, enabling us to feel warm, even on the most frigid day. Another warm color that we might be familiar with is red, and its association with temper or anger. While not always the case, red is associated with anger, or a red hot tempered person. Sometimes people with a stronger, more dominant personality, are attracted to warmer colors, while a more laid back, or someone more at ease, is more attracted to cool colors. Warm colors work well in restaurants, and fast food environments. When used in hospitality and food establishments, warm colors will make most people feel comfortable for a short period of time, but not enough time to make them want to overstay their welcome! A good example of warm colors in nature are the changing leaves in the Fall. This is evidence in the Midwest right now. After the sun beats down on the trees and leaves all summer long, the leaves will change color in the Fall. This is quite a beautiful sight, and a lovely contrast of color, against a cloud free blue sky!

Today's activity: warm colors

Today I encourage you to take note of warm colors, and how they are used around us in everyday life. You are, personally, more attracted to warm colors? If so, what type of personality do you have? Are you more dominant or more laid back? Does your eye gravitate to a fire engine red car? Do you have a red sofa? If so, you are probably more of a warm blooded, or warm colored person. Visiting a restaurant today? If so, take note of the colors used. If the colors used are warm, how do they make you feel? Cozy, or on edge? Just notice.

Color is a wonderful thing. Color can sway a mood, and elevate the spirit. On the flip side, color can also make us feel uneasy or upset. As we continue our journey into the healing land, I encourage you to make color a part of your everyday life. Notice your likes and dislikes, and start incorporating your favorite colors into your life...today!