Healing Through Colour: Exploring Colour Therapy for Mental Wellness

Colour therapy, also known as chromotherapy, is the practice of using colours to improve emotional well-being. Different colours are believed to affect our mood, energy, and even physical health. From the clothes we wear to the colours in our home, everything around us speaks in the language of colour — often without us realizing it.

For seniors, embracing colour therapy can be a simple yet powerful way to feel more peaceful, cheerful, and mentally balanced.

How Colours Affect the Mind and Mood

Think about how you feel in a bright yellow room compared to a dark grey one. Colours quietly shape our emotions. Here’s how:

• Blue – Calming and soothing, helps with anxiety and sleep
• Green – Balances emotions, brings a sense of peace and harmony
• Yellow – Uplifts mood, encourages joy and optimism
• Red – Energizing, builds confidence and warmth
• Purple – Inspires creativity, promotes spiritual calm
• White – Brings clarity and purity, ideal for meditation spaces

A senior in Jaipur painted one wall of her bedroom light blue. She said it helped her feel more at ease during the evenings and fall asleep faster.

Simple Ways to Use Colour in Daily Life

You don’t need to make big changes. Just a few mindful touches of colour can brighten your day.

Try these gentle ideas:

• Use green cushions or curtains in your sitting area for balance
• Wear a yellow scarf or shawl to lift your spirits
• Add lavender flowers or purple art in your prayer space
• Keep a blue night lamp in your bedroom for better sleep
• Place plants or nature-themed décor around your home for freshness

These small steps help your surroundings reflect the feelings you want to grow.

Colour and Mindfulness

Colour therapy pairs beautifully with mindfulness. For example, take a few moments each morning to sit in a sunlit room, notice the colours around you, and feel how they make you feel. Over time, you’ll begin to choose colours with more awareness — colours that support your peace and joy.

Sukoon Unlimited: Bringing Colour Into Your Life

At Sukoon Unlimited, we believe healing comes in many forms — even through something as simple and beautiful as colour. We guide seniors in creating joyful, calming spaces that nourish the mind and spirit. With colour, every corner of your home can become a place of comfort and emotional wellness.