Did you know that your home can impact your Mental Wellbeing?
Did you know that your home can impact your Mental Wellbeing??
Being a family run and owned business, we have the luxury of being able to put the mental?well-being of our staff at the top of our priorities.?
But, did you know that the colour of your walls, the sounds you hear and your choice of decor can all have an impact on your own mental wellbeing??
Back in the 1950s an American doctor was one of the first to observe how spaces can influence your emotions. Whilst spending some time in Italy, he realised that he became more creatively inspired whenever he visited the Basilica of St Francis of Assisi. Today, studies in neuroarchitecture aid architects to design buildings based on emotions, creating spaces that make people happy and, as a result, improve their well-being.
While for many people?“Mrs Hinch style” Organisation might be a little?excessive, having control in our homes is crucial. It is a place where we can decide how our furniture is arranged, add items that give us comfort, and personalise to our own tastes. Yet with this control there needs to be order, as homes which are filled with clutter or mess can make us feel overwhelmed and release the hormone cortisol, which makes us stressed. You may know yourself that when your home is in a state of disorganisation, it can make you a little anxious, and yet when it is all organised and looking beautiful there is an ultimate sense of pride.
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With many of us working from home now, knowing how natural?light can impact us, is really important.
Exposure to sunlight during the day is critical for helping to maintain our body’s natural circadian rhythm and regulates our sleep and wakefulness. Daylight is more powerful than artificial light, as this causes changes to our circadian rhythm and as a result can lead to sleep disorders and, notably, depression. Therefore, how you make the most of your home’s natural light in these darker months is essential for your own personal well-being. Where possible, move furniture around so you make the most of the morning sunlight through your windows, and if you work from home make sure your desk is close enough to a window so you can take a moment or two during the day to enjoy the view and also take in some sun.