The gemstone color of deep Jade is a “natural” soothing color and offsets the feelings that come side saddle with anxiety, nervousness, and depression.
Style…
There are differences of opinions (shocker!) when it comes to determining the “color of the year”. Some (Pantone) say its Living Coral (which we’ll get jiggy with come our Spring ’19 ezine issue), where PPGPaints is digging on a green… Not just any green, the Evergreen or Jade tone of green called “Night Watch“. I call it,
Being surrounded by Night Watch can give some of that empty space back by pulling our memories of natural environments to the surface to recreate the calming, invigorating euphoria we feel when in nature.”
Dee Schlotter
– PPG’s senior color marketing manager
“The urge to reconnect with nature is driven by today’s tumultuous, still somewhat rebellious, always-connected society. Empty space in our lives—such as downtime waiting for a bus or lulls in conversation—tends to be filled with the use of our smartphones and devices.,” said Dee Schlotter, PPG’s senior color marketing manager. “Being surrounded by Night Watch can give some of that empty space back by pulling our memories of natural environments to the surface to recreate the calming, invigorating euphoria we feel when in nature.”
In my mission for #greenviewshelpyou, this color is a particularly fab choice if you’re stalled by windowless walls.
Science…
Plainly, it’s E. O. Wilson’s Biophilic Design at play: our innate tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life (our surrounds, context, built environs).
The psychological meaning of that green, Jade gemstone color? It is believed to enhance a sense of balance, growth, renewal hopefulness, and buffer emotional demands of others. It imbues trust and generosity without worrying about reciprocity. Hmm… trust in one’s value as abundant enough… Green for thought and enlightenment. How’s that for all of us keepers, doers, high functioners?!
‘Round the planet, green is the most predominant color (God help us it stays that way) alongside blue (again, reverence folks) which is linked to nurturance. (I know, duh.)
What I also appreciate about green is that it’s a neutral party, helping us see and hear things from both sides. It’s just here to support and to suggest growth. Yum.
Soul…
Not looking to redo your hallway, house paint, back door, cushions, pottery but want a tidbit of Night Watch’s color positivity in your vibe and life?
Go small scale, intimate, personal with a mossy, jade colored green to ground and nurture you: pick up some Moss Agate.
Revealer and Astrologist Kim E. Woods says, “… [it] guides you on your spiritual journey. I love this stone for 2019 as its grounding, yet is all about movement. It’s the perfect remedy for the cosmic energy this year. Combine it with blue quartz (yes!) to enhance spiritual expression while improving your authentic communication with others.” Get Kim’s full 2019 forecast here.
Looking for ideas, elements, help to connect the dots between your personal growth on the inside with a supportive, inspired, naturally empowering space on the outside? That’s why I’m here, doll. Let’s get to that BEcoming of yours. Reach out. Branch out. Contact me.
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