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Mental Health
& The Colour
Blue
The Science behind why the beach is
such a calming place for many people
For most people the thought of a day at the
beach releases an overwhelming sense of
calm throughout their body. Some may say
this is due to happy memories of family
holidays at the seaside but is there a deeper
psychology behind this sense of joy.
Marine biologist Dr Wallace J. Nichols
author of Blue Mind (2014) wrote: “we
are beginning to learn that our brains are
hardwired to react positively to water and
that being near it can calm and connect us,
increase innovation and insight, and even
heal what’s broken. is book Blue ind
dives deeper into how the ocean and water
can have positive effects on both your metal
and physical health.
Cognitive Psychologist ailey van Braam
(2021) has conducted research into the
meaning and symbolism of colours and
has found that the colour blue can be
linked to feelings of calmness and serenity,
which can increase idea generation and
productivity furthermore adding a feeling of
enlightenment.
So, when you feel like you may be stuck in
a rut or in need of a break from your day
to day activates, a trip to the beach could
significantly boost your mood. our brain
will be flooded with the colour blue along
with the calming white noise of the ocean
allowing you to totally refresh your mind and
revitalise your day.
If you are feeling even more adventurous
take a dip in the ocean! Cold water swimming
has been proven to improve circulation,
boost your immune system and reduce
stress. After a nice cold water swim people
report to have a natural high (IPRS 2021).
Dr Wallace J. Nichols (2014) How the colour blue can help our mental wellbeing. [Online] Available from:<https://www.remotemission.com/blog/how-the-colour-blue-can-help-ourmental-wellbeing>
[Accessed 12 July 2021]
Hailey van Braam (2021) Colour Blue: Psychology, meaning, symbolism and more. [online] Available from:<https://www.colorpsychology.org/blue/> [Accessed 12 July 2021]
IPRIS (2021) 8 Benefits of Cold Water Swimming. [online] Available from:<https://www.iprshealth.com/news/8-benefits-of-cold-water-swimming/> [Accessed 12 July 2021]
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