Dave in the Morning

“Go green” for mental health

Photo: clipart.com, WYXL 97.3 Lite Rock

“Go green” for mental health

Feeling anxious lately? (Who hasn’t?)

Maybe you should “go green”!

A color psychology expert recommends wearing more green, according to the NY Post!

Color psychology is the study of how different colors can affect your mood and behavior.

For example, red, yellow, and orange are known as warm colors and evoke feelings ranging from warmth to hostility.

Whereas, blue, purple, and green are known as the cool colors and they can make you feel anything from calm to sadness.

But the expert says “Green is the psychological primary color that balances the other three: red, yellow and blue.  Too stressed?  It will calm you.  Down in the dumps?  It will lift you up.  It’s a calming color!”

Plus there are studies that show seeing the color green in your environment (like a green space in your town or the plants in your office) it can lower your blood pressure, heart rate and stress level.

A psychologist and Reiki master agreed and said, “Green tends to be soothing, so wearing green may make you feel more relaxed and less anxious.”

So go for the green the next time you’re shopping at your favorite boutique!

Dave & Jen Podcasts

The new summer getaway? Boating!

The new summer getaway? Boating!

Walden Place: Active seniors

New programs at Walden Place for active seniors

Roblox’s new parental guidelines

How Roblox is helping parents keep their children safe online

Cinemapolis’ 40th anniversary

Kate Donohue on Cinemapolis’ 40th anniversary

Hangar Theatre’s “Fun Home”

“Fun Home” debuts at Ithaca’s Hangar Theatre

More Podcasts

Recent Headlines

11 hours ago in Entertainment

Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100

The 2000 Year Old Man is turning 100. Mel Brooks on Sunday will celebrate his centennial birthday. The comedian and filmmaker has been awaiting the milestone. Earlier this year, Judd Apatow titled his retrospective documentary on him: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"

12 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Serena Williams draws 20-year-old Maya Joint in first Wimbledon singles match in 4 years

Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when she plays 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon for her first singles match in nearly four years.

14 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Cornell alum signs two-way deal with Lakers

Forward AK Okereke has signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

16 hours ago in Community, Election, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County voting sticker contest returns for 2026 election

Local students were invited to create original “I Voted” and “Future Voter” artwork ahead of the November 2026 election.

16 hours ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Harmful algal blooms confirmed on Cayuga Lake

According to the Cayuga County Health Department, two harmful algal blooms (HABs) were confirmed on the northeastern section of Cayuga Lake this week.