Home. Your castle. Your refuge. Your sanctuary. Where your heart is. No matter who you are, most people rely on their home as a source of peace, where they can rest after a busy day and recharge before the start of a new one.
Creating a Soothing Space
So, what are the best ways to make your home a little more soothing, and a little less crazy? Follow these simple feng shui tips from Janice Sugita, author of "The Feng Shui Equation".
Choose Carefully
"Remove anything that causes you stressful thoughts," Sugita advises.
Consider decluttering and keeping only a few items that truly bring you joy, like treasured photos or meaningful trinkets.
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Add Some Color
Certain hues can promote calmness in your home.
Sugita suggests that blue attracts creativity and prosperity, while green creates a feeling of new life in a room. Consider adding these colors through paint, decor, or furnishings to evoke a sense of tranquility.
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Create More Space
An overstuffed room can actually make you feel tense.
Sugita recommends leaving about 21/2 feet of walking space around the furniture to create a more open and relaxed environment.
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Get Back To Nature
Natural light and plants can work wonders for your home's ambiance.
Open blinds to let in natural light, and place plants around the room. "Plants bring new life, growth, and oxygen to a space," Sugita explains, enhancing the overall peacefulness of your home.
Learn How to Balance
Love your glass coffee table? Pair it with something cozy, like a plush sofa.
According to Sugita, softer elements in the room bring comfort, while harder elements provide stability. Achieving a balance between these elements can help create a harmonious and calming atmosphere in your home.
By incorporating these simple feng shui tips, you can transform your home into a soothing sanctuary, where you can unwind and find peace amidst life's chaos.
