Anti-stress for the home: 10 tips for total peace of mind

Maximum natural light

Like all living things, people need sunlight: it directly affects our condition. In good weather, a person is filled with energy, and in rainy weather he often wants to sleep. The more sun enters the room during the day, the stronger the immune system. Therefore, it is so important to think over the design of the window opening to the smallest detail: the curtains should make it possible to penetrate the light from the street exactly when it is required. In the warm season, it is advisable that the windows open as wide as possible - the sun's rays are a source of vitamin D, which directly affects a person's mood, and also disinfects the room.

A little about artificial lighting. Warm light soothes and relaxes, soft diffused light promotes relaxation, cold light increases productivity, and pulsating light causes fatigue and discomfort.

Situation control

To reduce anxiety, a person must be able to control the environment. The apartment must be equipped so that the amount of light and fresh air, temperature and volume of sounds are under control. Blackout curtains will help, which will reduce the negative impacts from the street: a lantern shining through the window, curious glances from neighbors, the sun, which rises out of bed ahead of time. A heater or air conditioner is suitable for adjusting the temperature. If a large family lives in an apartment, it is important to have a personal "island of peace" where everything will be subject to its own rules, even if it is just a workplace behind the curtain.

If you don't like the view from the window, there are several ways to fix it: stained glass paint or film, hanging pots with plants, vases with fresh flowers or branches, framed posters on the windowsill, garlands, textile roll curtains, blinds.

Happy chic

The famous American decorator Jonathan Adler (author of the best-selling interior design books) has developed his own principle, which he adheres to in his work. He believes that a luxurious home is not a richly furnished mansion or an apartment with fashionable furniture, but one that expresses the passion of its owner and is filled with warmth and comfort. J. Adler is sure that the most powerful antidepressants are lemon, orange, pink and other bright colors, but beige, on the contrary, drives you into melancholy. The decorator advises to experiment and break the canons, not being afraid of color and, accordingly, life itself.

Things to switch attention

So that the atmosphere in the room does not depress, the rooms should have such elements to which it is pleasant to switch your attention, especially if you have to engage in monotonous activities for a long time. Psychologists advise you to hang pictures with landscapes and other works of art, your own successful photographs and pictures of your loved ones on the wall. An aquarium or a fountain, a yoga or exercise mat (if you like sports), and a TV with a game console are perfect.

The magic of order

Marie Kondo, author of Life-Changing Tidying Magic: The Japanese Art of Getting Rid of Unwanted Things and Organizing Space, has changed the lives of thousands of people who have managed to get rid of unnecessary things, thereby redefining their outlook on life. Marie urges to keep at home only those items that cause joy. This trains a meaningful approach to consumption, and also reduces the level of stress, because the things that you don't like stop flickering in front of your eyes. Many are afraid to get rid of the unnecessary, regretting the money spent, and also keep useless gifts from loved ones. To get rid of the feeling of guilt during "decluttering", things must be "thanked for the service" and passed on to those in need.

Family values

Any evidence of family history gives a sense of belonging to something greater, as well as a sense of support in the cycle of life. You should not get rid of valuable relics - let a couple of objects remain in the house, reminiscent of grandparents. Today, even old Soviet furniture can easily fit into a modern interior: renovated or artificially aged. Vintage products - kerosene lamps, a retro ZIL refrigerator, a Soviet radio - will make the interior truly original. Even if none of the family things have survived, you can find a suitable item at the flea market: let the story begin with it.

Handmade

There is always a place for a hobby in a happy home: the charm of working with your hands can hardly be overestimated! A hobby relieves stress and distracts from bad thoughts. In needlework, not only the process is useful, but also the result. Many items can be made on their own using improvised means and unnecessary things - clothes, paper, wooden blocks - and get a product that will become an interior decoration. Even a quick glance at it can awaken pleasant memories.

Mini garden

Another way to reduce your anxiety is to acquire houseplants. Fresh flowers make the home environment even cozier and purify the air. To get rid of toxic substances in the air and carbon monoxide in the kitchen, you should purchase chlorophytum. Dracaena kills pathogenic bacteria, and monstera reduces the concentration of heavy metal salts. Many plants are edible and can be grown in pots right on the windowsill: dill, parsley, basil, mint and lemon balm.

Minimum visual noise

If you get tired as soon as you are in the room, it may be due to the visual noise. This is not only about the disorder and a large number of things, but also about various patterns and ornaments. The presence of patterns on wallpaper, curtains and furniture upholstery can lead to irritation and absent-mindedness. You should not get carried away with bright stripes, dots, small prints and motley checks: let them make up no more than 20% of the entire interior.

Simple cleaning

A person who loves order may experience stress in an uncleaned house. Cleaning is fun for some, but if the process becomes a daily routine, it can be difficult to control yourself. To make your life easier, you should choose finishes and furniture that do not require special care. Cleaning becomes more difficult if the apartment:

• Many glossy and reflective surfaces (mirrors, kitchen fronts).
• Apron made of small tiles, mosaics.
• An abundance of things on open shelves.
• Lots of textiles (carpets, curtains, pillows).
• An ill-conceived storage system, because of which things are out of place.

By putting a few of our tips into practice, you will feel how stress has decreased and the perception of your own home has changed. Such transformations will certainly benefit and change the microclimate in the family.