It’s not just your exposure to light that matters- it’s also the kind of light you’re exposed to that matters. Not all light is created equal, unfortunately.
You’ve doubtless experienced the anxiety-provoking agony of overly-intense lights- or the exhaustion brought on by extremely dim ones. While intensity matters greatly when it comes to mood and personality, so too does color.
Scientists have found that the color spectrum of the light you’re exposed to also deeply impacts your mood: blue light, typically emitted from electronics, as described in our intro, is known to stimulate wakefulness, eliciting alertness, anxiety, and a focused mindset. Can’t sleep after putting your phone down at night? Blame that blue light.
Conversely, yellow tones which simulate the sort of colors we see at dusk and dawn can promote melatonin production, increasing relaxation and promoting sleep. Struggling to get motivated at your home office? A lighting solution which imitates the blue light spectrum found during the day may be just what you need.
