Slow Living Guide: Create a Calm, Spacious Home


Life can be busy and hectic in this day and age. We often find ourselves caught up in the hustle of work deadlines, errands, and other obligations. But it's important to pause from our busy lives and enjoy some moments of calmness and ease. One way to do this is by embracing slow living in your home environment. Here are some tips on how to foster calm, spaciousness, and ease within your own home.


Declutter & Clean Regularly

One of the most effective ways to create a feeling of space and relaxation in your home is by decluttering. Start by getting rid of items that you no longer need or use. For example, if you have clothes that haven’t been worn for over a year, consider donating them or giving them away to friends or family members who may need them more than you do. After you’ve cleared out these items, make sure to keep on top of regular cleaning so that your home remains tidy and organized at all times. This will help ensure that your living space stays clutter-free and calming for years to come!

Introduce Natural Elements Into Your Home

Bringing nature into your home can be really helpful when it comes to creating a calm atmosphere. Adding houseplants throughout the space can instantly add an element of life to any room without taking up too much space or energy. Not only do plants look great aesthetically but they also help purify the air around us naturally! Other natural elements such as wood accents, stone decor pieces, wicker furniture pieces, etc., can also help create a relaxing atmosphere in your home as well.


Create Space for Relaxation & Solitude

It’s important for us all to take time for ourselves during our busy days—and having a dedicated space for relaxation is key! Consider setting aside a corner where you can relax with some soothing music playing in the background or light some candles while sipping on tea or reading a book—all activities which will help promote peace and tranquillity within your home environment! Additionally, if you have outdoor space available (such as a balcony or patio), take full advantage of it by setting up chairs or benches outside where you can sit back and enjoy the beauty of nature even more!

Living slowly doesn’t have to mean sacrificing productivity—it just means being intentional about carving out time each day for yourself so that you can feel relaxed and restored before continuing with the rest of your day’s tasks. By decluttering regularly, introducing natural elements into your home, setting aside an area specifically for relaxation purposes, and taking advantage of any outdoor spaces available at home—you can begin fostering calmness within yourself as well as inside your living environment! Embracing slow living will not only bring more peace into your life but it will also lead to greater productivity overall! So don't hesitate—to take action today towards creating an oasis-like atmosphere right inside the comfort of your own home!

Juliette Schraauwers

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