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How to Bring More Positive Energy into Your Home

Story Highlights
  • Declutter your space
  • What makes you happy?
  • Create a more natural environment
  • Repaint the walls
  • The next step
  • Create a calm atmosphere

The arrangement of your home will inevitably affect your daily mood.

If you want your house to be a central source of positive energy for yourself and your family, you have to rearrange your living space to match.

A clean house is a good start, but there’s a lot more you can do. There are some other ways to upgrade your living space and help yourself get rid of negative energy.

Here are some notable examples:

Declutter your space

If you’re feeling stuck and in need to change something in your house, chances are you should start by cleaning any clutter you have.

Perhaps your home is clean, but some things in your house don’t serve any purpose, and it’s time to throw them away. It might be an old sweater at the bottom of your drawer or a random gift you don’t know where to seat. 

Either way, it’s time to put them in a bag and maybe even donate it to someone who’ll find a way to make it useful. One thing’s for sure- decluttering your home has a calming effect. It doesn’t take much time, and you’ll feel better afterwards. 

What makes you happy?

Have you ever entered one of the rooms in your house and felt like something was missing? If so, maybe what your place lacks is a touch of personalization

Place some old photos on the wall and let the happy memories flood you. Buy a canvas and paint and compose a picture you’ll want to look at every day. If you’re fond of embroidery, place it somewhere on the shelves and you’re guaranteed to be greeted with a good view every day.

Small changes can go a long way, so utilize them well.

Create a more natural environment

There’s nothing quite like some nice houseplants to bring a feeling of freshness to your home.

They’re trendy, elegant, and most importantly, they radiate positive energy. Place a few flower pots next to your windows for an instant improvement in the atmosphere.  

If you’re worried about plants being too demanding, keep in mind that watering them once a week will usually suffice for most species. Create a reminder on your phone, and you’ll always know when is the time to take care of your plants. 

Repaint the walls

Walls are the largest surface in your house, and if their colour is too dull, it can affect your mood without you even being able to notice.

Think of your favourite colour and search for a perfect shade or two to implement. 

If repainting a whole room is too much work, change the appearance of one side of the wall instead. Bright colours can bring about positive emotions, and there’s always a way to fit the new look with the previous set up in your room. 

The next step

The source of negative energy doesn’t necessarily need to be around you. Maybe discomfort lies directly below your feet. Pay attention to how you feel when you’re walking barefoot around the house. 

If your floor is too cold or aesthetically displeasing, it’s time for a renovation. Consider a comfortable laminate flooring installation for your living room. Having a cozy surface that keeps you feeling warm will definitely make you feel better when walking around your living room.

Plus, it’s much less expensive than alternatives like hardwood, and it’s highly durable and scratch-resistant. 

Create a calm atmosphere

After a long day at work, you probably don’t want to spend the rest of your time in a room with all the lights on. A dimmed atmosphere will contribute to a feeling of calm and relaxation. You can achieve this by switching from regular lights to candle lights. 

Lighting a few candles will make a big difference in your home’s atmosphere and aesthetic.

It’s also pretty good according to Feng Shui design. You can always purchase a Himalayan salt lamp and enjoy some health benefits. They’re good for calming allergies and boosting blood flow.

Some believe they raise energy levels, but there’s not much in the way of proof for this. One thing is certain, they’re very useful for relaxation. 

Conclusion

Changing different aspects of your life can be overwhelming. Keep in mind that changes in your home are the easiest ones to make, yet they’re of great importance.

If you change the regular set up of your surroundings, everything else will slowly fall into place. You’ll enjoy the fresh look and feel of your home and get motivated to resolve other issues that might appear in your personal life. 

About the author: Maggie Holmes is a passionate blogger who writes on renovation, fashion, design and business. Her hobby is to surf the net to find amazing articles that can inspire her with some fresh ideas for article writing. She loathes being a common person who wastes her time. Follow her on Twitter.

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