3 Ways Your Home Affects Your Mood

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If our environment is one of the largest influences on both our sense of well-being and even sense of self, it’s only natural that, in this day and age, the way we design our living spaces is an integral part of self-care. And while we all can’t necessarily spring for a mega-renovation or a ton of furniture upgrades, there are still some simple tweaks that you can apply to your own space that should make a mega mood difference.

Here are a few ideas:

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1: The view from your window

According to psychological opinion, greenery and nature are good for you. Bringing the outdoors indoors is a relatively affordable and simple way to enhance your mood while improving the air you breathe. A living wall or a few snake plants indoors can make a noticeable difference with little effort.

However don’t forget about the nature right outside your window as well! If you have a garden, lucky you! Not only is it the perfect excuse to get outside and get some fresh air, but every time you look out the window, you have the perfect opportunity to take a moment for mental restoration.

Aside from weeding, another great way to brighten up your own private outdoor setting is to consider the aid of a professional pressure washing service. Clean lines and tidy outdoor spaces can turn even the wildest of gardens into a peaceful sanctuary.

And even if you only have a window and no garden, a few potted plants and a bird feeder outside your window will bring the nature right to you.

2. The tidiness of your home

A tidy home is a tidy mind, or so the saying goes. Which is why staying organized is considered a major essential in our book. And while we will always jump at the chance to Marie Kondo our way through any clutter, we also understand the value of good, solid storage. Minimalist looking storage can give you the appearance of a minimalist home - but with maximalist secrets behind the doors. Another idea is to create more storage outside of your home so that you can prioritize the items around you by importance without having to let go of bulkier, more sentimental items. Our tip: Try reducing clutter in just one room to start to take note of how it increases your feelings of wellness.

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3. The colors in your home

According to color psychology, different colors in your home can provoke a range of emotional responses within you. Bright yellows can instill feelings of happiness, for example, and orange can evoke excitement. The color green possesses a calming effect, and blue can do much to relax your senses as well.

Of course, not every color is right for every room. Bright orange in your bedroom might not be conducive to a good night's sleep, for example, so when planning your home's design, you might want to consider the way you use each room (we love this article on room color and emotion, by the way). Just make sure that whatever color you choose, you won’t get sick of it in a year or two down the road.