Making Your Home a Haven

Ways to Reduce Stress at Home

According to the American Psychological Association, the United States is experiencing a mental health crisis. In their annual Stress in America(TM) survey, they found that “2 in 3 adults (67%) say they have experienced increased stress over the course of the pandemic.” This added stress can take a toll on your mind, body, and relationships. Since most people spend more than 85% of their time indoors, one way to decrease your stress is to intentionally make your home more relaxing. Check out our ideas below!

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Plant More

Not only does the presence of plants in your house make it more relaxing, but working with plants can be a destresser. A study published in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology found that transplanting an indoor plant promoted “comfortable, soothed, and natural feelings.”

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Tone Down Your Colors

Bright colors are energizing, so consider using toned-down hues in areas where you want to decompress. Earth tones, as well as cool blues and greens, make better choices for relaxation.

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Clear out the Clutter

Cluttered spaces heighten anxiety, so resolve to declutter your home. If the task sounds overwhelming, choose one small area to work on at a time. When you are done, stop and reward yourself!

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Invite in the Sun

Getting plenty of natural light during the day can help your body regulate its melatonin production. The pineal gland is the part of the brain that produces melatonin, is inactive during the day—when it has access to light—and works at night. So, open your curtains during the day to avoid feeling sleepy, and turn down the lights at night so that you can get a good night’s rest and wake feeling rested and rejuvenated.

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Welcome Yourself Home

What is the first thing you see when you walk in the door of your home? Intentionally make that space inviting so that your brain automatically associates being home with feeling less stressed.

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