6 secrets from people with peaceful homes
Does your home feel at times a bit chaotic? Try these top tips to re-instil serenity into your life at home.
1. Add plants – Plants will bring a necessary life to your room while maintaining the peaceful environment.
2. Use water colours – Light shades of certain colours can have a calming effect, including blues and greens. Try to avoid the use of any very bright shades, as these can stimulate the mind.
3. Decrease clutter – If your room is in disarray, your mind will be too. Get rid of excess clutter, i.e. anything that you haven’t used in the last 6 months (unless it’s seasonal) to make your room visually calmer.
4. Get some fish – Aquariums are a great way to add both life and serenity to a room. The sound of running water has a tranquil effect on the environment while the fish themselves are incredibly relaxing to watch as they swim about.
5. Add cosy elements – Add soft fabrics and textures such as a cashmere throw to your couch or bed for a look and feel that’s comfortable.
6. Assess the windows – If you live in a quiet area, open the windows to let in a pleasant breeze and remove any distracting odours while bringing in peaceful sunlight. If you live in a busy city environment, give the windows a close while leaving the curtains open to re-instil serenity to your environment.
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