The kettle whistles. Outside, grey skies sulk. You reach into the cupboard and—boom—colour explodes. A glossy white mug beams back at you, sporting a wide-eyed turquoise bird balancing on a twig, tail flicked, beak lifted in mid-chirp. Underneath, speckles of pastel leaves swirl like confetti. One glance, blues switch to brights. Positivity unlocked.