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Good morning!
April is such an exciting month. The days have more and more sunlight, and it starts to look and feel like Spring. Whatever you’re up to in the next few weeks, I hope you prioritize spending some time outside, taking in all of the beauty that comes with the season.
Personally, I’m working through some Spring Cleaning to keep my physical space in a state that supports my headspace. An excerpt from my blog at Mindful Therapy Collective is below…
Creating a Physical Space to Support Your Headspace
Scenery from a walk through Baltimore earlier this week.
Our environment and everyday surroundings can have a big impact on our mental health. We often don’t realize how something like a cluttered home or fluorescent lighting can affect our mood and well-being. When we are in a physical space that looks or feels stressful, it is most likely going to lead us to feel this way in our headspace. Here are some strategies if you’re looking to create an environment to support your mental health:
Increase natural light in your space by opening blinds or windows during the day. You can also add more mirrors to reflect light and add brightness to a room. Another technique you can try is swapping overhead lighting with warmly lit lamps to create a more relaxed feel.
Use aromatherapy or candles to make the environment smell good and promote a calm feeling. Some relaxing scents that are great to use are lavender, eucalyptus, and peppermint.
Color can really impact our mood and make a difference. Painting can be something to consider if you are able to do that in your space. When looking at colors, try choosing a light, bright color. Soft shades of white can also help reflect light in a room.
All the best,
Mandy
The Benefits of Box Breathing
Breathe in for four counts, hold for four counts, exhale for four counts, hold for four counts.
Learn more from Kayti’s post on The Good Trade.
Listen
In this “Ten Percent Happier” podcast episode, Dan Harris explores if mindfulness actually makes us happier (or better) at work. Listen here.
Daily Affirmation
I am grateful for the new opportunities that are coming.
If you're in Maryland and looking to discuss therapy options, you can find me at Mindful Therapy Collective.