Practical Tips for a Happier Home

Here are some practical solutions to make your home a happier place for the New Year.

1. De-Clutter

Clutter is one of the biggest deterrents to creating good energy in your home. Clutter stops the flow of energy and causes a feeling of chaos and disorganization. Keeping your home and workplace clean and organized promotes happiness, efficiency and peace of mind, and is an important step to accomplishing new goals.

2. Make room for the new

Old, unused and broken items in your home keep stale energy in and new energy out. Take some time to get rid of old, unneeded and unwanted items in your home and make room for new ideas and opportunities. If your bookcase is overloaded with worn, old books, replace them with new, stimulating and fresh works that can inspire and educate you for future goals. If your closet is filled with old clothes that you no longer like or wear, put them aside for yard sales or donations for someone else to enjoy. Get in the habit of always making room for new energy to flow in. 

3. Increase sunlight in your home

Adding sunlight to your environment lifts your spirit and expands your vision. Sunlight also provides Vitamin D which is essential for the immune system and overall physical and mental health. If your home is dark, it inhibits life force and can be depressing. Open up the blinds, curtains and the windows. Let plenty of light in for yourself and your family, as light is synonymous with birth, creativity and productivity.

4. Bring nature indoors

Studies have proven that plants produce oxygen and remove carbon dioxide, helping people feel better. Add some plants to your home decor. Gentle sound of water fountain or fish tank can help to ease your mind, blocking out unhappy thoughts and anxieties.

5. Use various colors to influence the mind

Warm tones like red and orange tend to stimulate and invigorate you; cool tones like blue, green and lavender calm and relax you. 

6. Avoid working in the bedroom

The bedroom is a place for rest, relaxation and connection. Make an effort to remove all work-related items such as computer and bills so you can leave the stressful day behind and concentrate on relaxation, quiet contemplation and intimacy with your partner.

7. Use happy and vibrant pictures

Displaying pictures of you and your loved ones looking happy, healthy and confident will bring a smile to your face.  Being surrounded by such positive daily reminders can make you feel more hopeful and happy and everyone in your home will feel the positive energy emanating from the photos.

(Source: Feng Shui Your Life)