Have you ever wondered why you like a certain color? Why you choose those certain colors to paint your house, your car, your bedroom? Or why you like wearing certain colors more than others. Maybe you don’t really have a favorite color; or maybe you have more than one. I personally can’t make up my mind about a favorite color, I’m kind of afraid to find out what says about me. Why do some people wear outrageously bright or loud colors?

 Psychologists do agree that different colors mean different things for different people. A certain color can bring to mind good or bad memories. There are certain cells within our eyes that contain three pigments that are major in determining color for us. The blue, green and yellow within the retina of our eyes collect information from our environment and transmit this information to our primary visual cortex where it is processed so we can understand what we’re seeing. However, not everything is perfect and sometime these cells malfunction and cause color blindness in some people.

 Read the following to find what your favorite color says about you…

 Gold: This color says that you are a responsible and loyal person. You’re organized and you like to keep things straight at work and at home and you like a peaceful environment. You have big dreams and want to get all out of life that you can. You get things done, people can count on you to be there when needed and you leave things neat and tidy but sometimes you over-extend yourself, and then wonder why you feel so stressed out. Pulling back a bit could solve this problem.

Green: You are assertive and can be very persistent in getting what you want. You don’t make decision on your feelings and you want all of the facts before making any decision. You listen to others and always have time to lend a hand to someone in need. You may work in research, science, accounting or auditing because your ability to analyze the details is like second nature to you.

 Orange: You’re a fighter, competitor, and you love to win you also like to be seen out and about. You like designer things and like to keep up with new trends. You may be an architect or an engineer or have a job in sports and you are a great motivator.

 Blue: You are calm, creative and harmonious. You like balance and steadiness in your life. You don’t like confrontation and avoid loud and boisterous people but you believe in giving people a chance. You are positive, never boring and your upbeat attitude makes others want to be around you. Your friends know they can count on you to be there when needed. You like art, literature and music.

 Red: You communicate well with others and are passionate for what you want and believe in life. You love and hate with the same intensity and because you are strong, others look to you for advice. You set boundaries and people know where they stand with you, you have no problems saying “no”.

 Yellow: You’re an optimist and like to look at a half full glass. You accept people for who they are and you don’t like to see anyone sad and you sometimes help people more than they help you. You don’t take praise easily but you should because you deserve it.

 Pink: You have a true concern for other people but you tend to not take care of your own needs. Believing you deserve the same kindness and generosity that you give others will allow you to become a strong independent person.

 Black: Your color says you are loyal and totally committed to family and friends. You set goals and then make them happen and you are disciplined in all things. You are also a very emotional person and you tend to let your emotions make your decisions for you, which sometimes get you in trouble.

 White: You like to seek out new things to experience and this attracts many different types of people around you. This can also get you into some not so good situations however, this does not seem to slow you down much. You want to see what’s around the next corner.

 Life would be so boring without color and as long as you have an imagination, you can find a color for just about anything. Whether you believe what has been written in this article is up to you but you should not take it too seriously. Whether your favorite color is pink, green or black, it does not define the kind of person you are inside and how you treat others. Always follow your heart and treat people how you would like to be treated. Take care of you and yours.