Making a Cozy Home

I just read an old article on the Care2 website that talked about making a cozy home by pleasing all of the senses.  It talked about the reduction of chemicals, adding natural elements, bringing in soft fabrics, cooking something tasty in the kitchen, and even positively altering the mood of the people in the home.  All of the elements made perfect sense in the way they promote comfort, wellbeing, and relaxation.  After all, your home is where you should feel your most secure and at ease.

The article got me thinking about how doing just one minor thing each week to improve your living environment can make a huge impact to your wellbeing.  If you light a couple candles when you come home from work one night, it may help calm you down after a stressful day.  Baking a batch of cookies on the weekend can fill your home with comforting smells that bring back memories and put a smile on your face.  Adding a wind chime to your patio brings peaceful sounds into your home.  Any of these little things can be incredibly meditative and comforting if you open yourself and your home up to the possibilities.  Try it by adding one of these elements into your home each week and feel how good it can be to have your own little hideaway.