Say goodbye to caffeine because lighting can enhance your alertness just as much! But how does it help you study better?
There are many types of lighting that can help excel your academic performance and make for a more efficient study time. Read on to find out more.
What Types of Lighting are Good for Studying?
Whether you are trying to complete an assignment an hour before it is due, studying for a test to the best of your ability, or finishing a work project, lighting plays an important role in helping that process go smoothly.
Lights with Less Lumens
Lumens measure how bright a light bulb is. They also can alter how bright you want the room to be without changing the color. It’s important when studying to consider having light bulbs with less lumens because having lights that are too bright cause strain to the eye.
For any reading, it is best to pick lights that range from 450-1600 lumens.
Lights with a Higher CRI Rating
The Color Rendering Index measures how well lights appear compared to natural sunlight. On the scale of 1 to 100, a lower CRI rating creates washed out colors while a higher CRI rating creates illuminated colors. It also makes objects appear more realistic.
Generally speaking, to study well it is best recommended to choose light bulbs with a higher CRI between 80-100. Lights that can accurately replicate natural sunlight are good for studying because they promote productivity and help decrease eye strain, stress, or even depressive moods.
Cool Color Temperatures
Cool color temperatures such as white or blue LEDs are perfect for studying because they minimize fatigue and increase ability to focus better.
A study was done by George Brainard and Brigham researchers where they recorded brain activity in a large group setting. Half of the test subjects were exposed to green light and the other half were exposed to blue light. They discovered that those exposed to blue light were more awake and indicated patterns of increased attention.
Maybe this remedy will motivate you to reevaluate your addiction to coffee… ;)
Using Natural Light
Well, who’d have thought – the sun helps us see!...
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Mind blowing, I know.
But really, just opening your blinds is another great way to study better because the natural light influences your ability to concentrate well without a light bulb mimicking its brightness. Also, being exposed to the sun affects how much melatonin our bodies produce which aids in better focus and alertness.
Conclusion
There are many reasons why lighting affects our attentiveness – and, in summary, it’s the small details that are important to consider when trying to increase your studying abilities. Now, get back to your homework!
