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Using Color in Room Design: How it affects actions, learning, and retention.

August 31, 2021 Lauren Spigelmyer Season 1 Episode 27
Using Color in Room Design: How it affects actions, learning, and retention.
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Returning to Us
Using Color in Room Design: How it affects actions, learning, and retention.
Aug 31, 2021 Season 1 Episode 27
Lauren Spigelmyer

This is the second episode in our series about Room Design. We are discussing various design elements and how they impact stress, productivity, attention, and behavior

Color has its own magnetic frequency. It has an energy that influences the neurological pathways in the brain. 

Color also influences our moods, emotions, and actions. It is very impactful, so why not choose colors to help kiddos learn? Color also helps us stay regulated, feel better, reduce stress, and improve performance. 

Lauren talks about using colors conducive to learning, retention, participation, and cooperation. She discusses a variety of ways to incorporate the following colors: 

  • Red – Energy booster. Think the Energizer Bunny! 
  • Orange – Mood lifter.
  • Yellow – Attention grabber. 
  • Green – Concentration catcher.
  • Blue – Productivity driver. 

Remember, color is a significant part of our lives and perceptions. Don’t shy away from trying different color combinations to see what works best for you.

Mentioned in this episode:
BDNF -Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor.
We won’t go into the science of it, but what you do need to know is that it is activated by exercise and is a fertilizer for your brain. So, more exercise = clearer thinking.

Other related resources from The Behavior Hub

Blog Post – Classroom Design with Color in Mind

Our Online Courses: 


Lauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode: When a child has challenging behaviors, how do you support parents in trying to understand it more from the child's perspective?

Try-at-home tip:  Go outside immediately upon waking! 

Are you struggling with behaviors and not sure where to begin? Let me help!
Schedule a free discovery call and let me be your Guide.

Returning to Us Podcast - part of the Top 15 Health & Wellbeing Podcasts!

Show Notes

This is the second episode in our series about Room Design. We are discussing various design elements and how they impact stress, productivity, attention, and behavior

Color has its own magnetic frequency. It has an energy that influences the neurological pathways in the brain. 

Color also influences our moods, emotions, and actions. It is very impactful, so why not choose colors to help kiddos learn? Color also helps us stay regulated, feel better, reduce stress, and improve performance. 

Lauren talks about using colors conducive to learning, retention, participation, and cooperation. She discusses a variety of ways to incorporate the following colors: 

  • Red – Energy booster. Think the Energizer Bunny! 
  • Orange – Mood lifter.
  • Yellow – Attention grabber. 
  • Green – Concentration catcher.
  • Blue – Productivity driver. 

Remember, color is a significant part of our lives and perceptions. Don’t shy away from trying different color combinations to see what works best for you.

Mentioned in this episode:
BDNF -Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor.
We won’t go into the science of it, but what you do need to know is that it is activated by exercise and is a fertilizer for your brain. So, more exercise = clearer thinking.

Other related resources from The Behavior Hub

Blog Post – Classroom Design with Color in Mind

Our Online Courses: 


Lauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode: When a child has challenging behaviors, how do you support parents in trying to understand it more from the child's perspective?

Try-at-home tip:  Go outside immediately upon waking! 

Are you struggling with behaviors and not sure where to begin? Let me help!
Schedule a free discovery call and let me be your Guide.

Returning to Us Podcast - part of the Top 15 Health & Wellbeing Podcasts!