Science Proves Holiday Décor Boosts Mood

In case you needed another reason to shop for holiday decorations, science shows that exposure to twinkling lights, bright colors, and other holiday-specific items have a positive effect on people’s moods. Here are a few fun facts:

• A study conducted by the Swiss National Science Foundation found that exposure to color can reduce anxiety and stress.

• According to Deborah Serani, a psychologist and author, “Christmas decorating will spike dopamine, a feel-good hormone.” This is because changing one’s environment creates a neurological shift by stimulating the senses.

• Regarding holiday aromas, “If someone has a holiday smell that sparks positive emotions or memories, having that smell around has a potential to lift your mood,” says, psychologist, Rebecca Leslie. This is because smell is closely tied to memory, and smelling a holiday aroma from one’s childhood can induce feelings of nostalgia.

Le Potager has everything you need to boost your mood, such as divinely-scented holiday candles (orange cranberry, Christmas jingle, spiced pear, balsam fir 🌲 , cinnamon & cranberries, etc.), exquisite ornaments in all kinds of colors and styles, realistic-looking flickering LED candles in several different sizes, as well as culinary delights for your holiday meals. Come in and see for yourself, and experience Le Potager in all its magical holiday splendor!