The Power of Green: Why We Love the Colour of Nature and its Benefits
Why do we love the colour green ?
There are so many great reasons to love green and so many benefits to wearing green. Did you know that wearing green will improve your mood and increase your energy levels? The colour green has been shown to be calming, soothing and restful. Studies have found that people who wear green are more likely to feel content, relaxed and happy. Did you know that wearing green also has a positive effect on your creativity? People who wear green are more likely to generate creative ideas, think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to problems. Did you know that also wearing green can help you connect to nature and the environment? The colour green is closely associated with nature, so wearing it can have a calming and grounding effect that helps you reconnect with the natural world. Green also has a healing effect on the mind and body. Historically, green has been associated with health and healing. It is believed to help reduce stress, improve sleep and promote overall wellbeing.
Lets first think of all the great things in the world that are green, not only the plants, grasses, trees, fruits and vegetables but the frogs, lizards, insects and sea turtles. It is such a calming and peaceful colour. Green reminds me of nature and being in the outdoors where I find inner peace. Wearing green definitely has a calming and soothing effect on me. Green often invokes thoughts of nature, growth, freshness and renewal. When I wrap myself in my large green silk scarf, I most definitely feel it has like a restorative powerful effect on my body, calming my mind and helping reduce anxiety and stress. The creamy softness of the silk embraces me with calm and I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. It most definitely improves my self-confidence and enhances my creativity.
My home country of Ireland is often referred to as the Emerald Isle due to its lush green rolling hills, verdant landscapes, forests and hidden valleys. For Irish people, the colour green is a source of immense pride and patriotism and has a huge historical significance, connecting its people and the country in a profound way. Green is a colour that has long been a symbol of Irelands beauty and prosperity. Associated with Ireland since the mid-17th century, it is now a symbol of Irish heritage and pride. It is also a symbol of Irish unity, peace and hope for the future. The colour green is prominent in the Irish flag and in the national symbol, the shamrock. The shamrock is said to have been used by Saint Patrick to explain the concept of the Holy Trinity to the Irish people.
Many of Irelands customs and traditions evolve around the colour green. St. Patrick’s Day. famously a traditional Irish holiday, is an annual feast day that celebrates Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It falls on March 17th, which is said to be the day of his death in the 5th century. The day is celebrated with parades, feasts and the wearing of green, and is a national holiday in Ireland.
In many cultures around the world, green is associated with nature, fertility, renewal and growth. In Eastern cultures, green often symbolises health, new beginnings, and harmony. In Islamic countries, green is often seen as the colour of paradise and is associated with religious figures. In the West, green is associated with money, wealth, luck and prosperity. But it can also symbolise money, ambition and envy.
But what does it mean to be green and Irish. Being green Irish means having a strong connection to Irish culture and heritage. This includes celebrating Irish holidays, participating in Irish sports and activities and having pride in Irish traditions and folklore. It also means having a strong sense of environmental responsibility, being conscious of the impact of our actions on the environment. People and Irish people wear green to express their connection with nature and show support for environmental causes. Modern day green is associated with words like; environmentally friendly, renewable, energy efficient, sustainable, natural, eco-friendly, biodegradable, and recyclable.
In technology, green often symbolises environmental sustainability or energy efficiency. In science, green is associated with the fields of ecology, botany and biochemistry. In psychology, green is often seen as a calming and peaceful colour. In physiology, green is sometimes associated with the heart and its ability to give life and healing powers. So how can we all help to sustain the green in our lives and homes. How can you and I make a change , even small, that will make a difference.
Reduce, reuse, and recycle: Lets make a commitment to ourselves to reduce our consumption of single-use items, reuse items when possible, and recycle all materials we no longer need. Choose reusable items over disposable ones to reduce your waste output. Lets implement green cleaning practices in your home, such as using natural cleaning products and avoiding harsh chemicals. Lets use more renewable energy sources in our home. Lets be mindful to teach our family to conserve water: Install low-flow fixtures in your home and take shorter showers to conserve water. Eat locally grown produce: Buy fresh produce from local farmers to reduce transportation emissions and support your local economy. Buy green products: Whenever possible, purchase products made with recycled or eco-friendly materials.
Drive less: Take public transportation, carpool, or bike to work and errands instead of driving. Reduce waste: Support green businesses: Shop at local businesses that have sustainable practices. Choose eco-friendly furniture made from sustainable materials such as bamboo, cork, and recycled plastic. Incorporate green plants into your home to purify the air and promote a healthier environment. Buy natural and organic bedding, rugs, and other home decor. Choose recycled and up-cycled materials for artwork, lighting, and other decorative accent.
The key thing nowadays is to also put our green “fashion thinking head” on and buy well. Buy less, but buy well. One of the other ways in which I made a change in a fashion sense, was to incorporate natural fabrics such as silk in my wardrobe. Considering my fashion purchases. Buy fewer better quality pieces that will stay in my wardrobe forever. Instead of buying fast fashion items that will go out of style quickly, I look for pieces of clothing and accessories that will last for years. I now invest in timeless, classic pieces. A silk scarf definitely hits these boxes and is also made of a natural fibre so is not harmful to the environment as it is will naturally biodegrade. A silk scarf is versatile and multi-functional. It can be styled and worn in multiple ways. The larger the better as you can double your large scarf as a sarong or shawl wrap. Remember you'll always find a great silk scarf in amongst the rails and a silk scarf is always an exciting thrift purchase.
So lets all think and wear green this Saint Patricks festival time. Let us all be mindful about what it means to wear green in both a festive sense but also for the planet and the people and world around us. Wear green and be proud of our country, our heritage. Be proud to wear green because it symbolises, the natural beauty of our planet, the life it sustains, and the hope and optimism that comes with the idea of sustainability and environmental conservation. Wearing green also symbolises the idea of unity and solidarity. so lets be unified in green this festive season .
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