Who fills it?

Sound inherently carries color. The impact of sound and color is significant, often interconnected. This connection may stem from the linking of past images, an effect of the brain being activated. For instance, the sound of flowing water evokes the color aqua, while the grand sound of the wind somehow conjures up green or sky blue. Such sounds bring to mind a scene, calling forth its colors.

However, there are exceptions. Sad sounds might bring to mind the color grey, while upbeat sounds might suggest orange, patterns dependent on emotion. This could be due to memories of sad events appearing as if seen through a grey filter. Yet, usually, we can’t recall the specific scene; the choice of grey might often be attributed to the inherent power of color.

In fiction, this is vividly portrayed. In most dramas, sad events are typically accompanied by rain, with the sky turning grey. Thus, the creator and the audience together shape the event, sound, and color.

This theory is often discussed in media and semiotics studies. It suggests that communication is a product of both the sender’s and receiver’s perceptions, forming a common understanding that is historically established and conveyed.

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I woke up at 6 a.m. Stretching, I listened to the news, opened the window, and heard the birds singing. The wind flowed. I ate a banana and drank some sparkling water. Going outside, I walked to the park. The cherry trees, greener now, performed a duet, complemented by the birds, with the wind conducting. Occasionally, human voices would sharply cut through the scene.

From 8:30 a.m., I went through back-to-back meetings. Barely time to read texts, just managing meetings with clients. Well, it’s the usual routine. I can predict the flow of most conversations. The decrease in startling meetings might be due to being too comfortable in my environment.

And if you ask if I seek excitement, well, the answer is no.”