10 ways to bring positive energy to into the home

What’s the best way to breathe life into your home? Our homes should be a place we love and look forward to coming back to. There are many easy steps that you can take to bring positive energy into your home. Below are some ways you can create a happy and welcoming home environment.

1. Declutter

Something as simple as decluttering can make your space pleasant, calmer, and more open. Clutter causes stress and can often be unpleasant to live with. What’s more, decluttering also serves the purpose of getting rid of things that are no longer needed. Even decluttering a drawer in the kitchen or your bedroom can have a significant impact on adding positivity to the room. Focus on keeping kitchen counters, coffee tables, nightstands and kitchen tables clear of clutter.

2. Focus on natural lighting

Natural lighting plays an important role in stimulating the production of vitamin D which makes people feel happier and elevates mood almost instantly. Keep curtains undrawn and open blinds to let natural light into the room. Cleaning the windows can also help make the room feel brighter and add positive energy.

3. Add house plants and flowers

Plants are an effortless way to improve air quality and beautify a space. Opt for easy-care plants, for example, ferns and succulents. Arrange them in the house near sunny windows. If you want to make your space more esthetic, go for plants like orchids and lilies. There is nothing quite like a beautiful bloom to bring positive energy to your home.

4. Leave windows open

Studies have shown that spending time outdoors can aid in lowering blood pressure and reduce anxiety. Although it is not quite the same as being outdoors, opening windows can have a huge impact in adding positivity to a space.

5. Spruce up the room with paint

Something as simple as painting a room your favorite color can have a profound effect on the positivity in a room. It will also cover up all blemishes on the walls, giving your home new life.

6. Invite positive energy with artwork

Hang your favorite artwork in high-visibility areas. Artwork on the walls goes a long way in inviting positive energy into your home. You can also consider placing cards and artwork done by friends, children, or grandchildren on the refrigerator, living room and bedroom. Artwork can immediately make a room feel more positive. 

7. Add a pop of color

Adding a pop of color to your room can make it feel brighter and livelier. It is one of the easiest ways to bring positive energy to your home. Throw a few bright pillows on the couch and drape a colorful quilt over your bed for an instant boost in mood.

8. Use scent

Several studies have shown that scent can actually contribute to make people feel happier. It invites positive energy into any space. Pick upbeat scents, for example, tangerine, rosemary and lavender to make a room smell fresh.

9. Focus on lighting

A poorly lit room can feel depressing. Even if there is not much natural sunlight in the room, make sure it is well lit. turning on lamps and overhead lights can make a room feel livelier and more positive.

10. Play your favorite music

Playing your favorite music can uplift your mood, calm frayed nerves, and bring positive energy to your home. Studies have also shown that playing gentle music at a soothing volume can regulate emotion and positive mood.