Set Up a Place to Relax in Your Home
There are some moments in our lives when we just want to relax in some corner of a room and be alone without any disturbances. Those moments can be very stressful and we need some place where we can just sit, be alone and let that moment pass. Even when there are no signs of stress, you may just want to relax for a bit without someone around, a little me time. Creating a separate space is ideal for such a purpose.
According to psychologists, there are some moments when no one can help you get over the situation. It’s up to you to take out time from the regular busy life to unwind. There is no better way to do that except in the comforts of your home. Experts emphasize that by setting up a place in your home where you can relax a bit, will give you the time you need during stressful moments. Choose a space where you would normally not do work or be in a stress-bearing activity. Somewhere you naturally feel at peace. It could have a positive impact on your mood and mind.
Benefits of a Separate Place
There are many different benefits of setting up a place in your home for relaxation.
Some of them are:
Finding Peace
In tough and stressful times, all you need is a little comfort. There will be times when there is no one with you at the moment, but rest assure you can feel comfort from within. You can sit in silence and be in the presence of the universe, God, the creator or just in your own space, ask and feel to peace flowing towards you. This can sometimes be an amazing release of stress and if tears start to flow, just let it happen.
Take Out Frustration
When you are feeling mental stress, you may need to take your frustration out. There is a number of ways to do this. In your area you may want a few pillows; to squeeze, hold, punch, cry on or scream into. A notebook and pen work wonders, as you write out your woes releasing your tension. You can listen to music, soft or load and just sing your heart out.
Setting Up that Special Space
Calming Color Scheme
While setting up space, you should try to choose calming colors that are pleasant, soothing and creates a sense of well-being. By choosing these colors you’re setting yourself up for success to find peace and comfort each time you use this space. The space you use and the colors will create a trigger for you to become calm, relaxed and at peace each time you step into that space.
The Space
For some, finding a spot in the house is very limited, as others, may have entire rooms available. Whatever your situation, space doesn’t need to be large. You could use a bath towel, yoga mat, lounge chair, etc. to create your space. You can pick it up and put it away, but make sure you put it back in the same location. Remember this is your space to get away from it all, if you move it around to different locations in the house, it’ll become just another space in the house. You can make it as simple or fancy as you like, be creative and make your special space fun.
Sights, Sounds, and Smells
Do you have a room with a view? Do you have space with a babbling brook or fountain? Do you enjoy the scents of essential oils or incense? Do you enjoy sitting in the yard smelling and listening to nature?Including these heartfelt extras into your space will tantalize your senses and create a wonderful place just for you to let go and release that stress.
By including some of these suggestions into your special space it will promote a peaceful environment in your life that you’ll want to come back to again and again.