{"id":108761,"date":"2020-06-01T12:57:57","date_gmt":"2020-06-01T16:57:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/?p=108761"},"modified":"2022-10-04T10:25:35","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T14:25:35","slug":"creating-a-calm-work-environment-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bhgre.com\/bhgrelife\/creating-a-calm-work-environment-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Creating a Calm Work Environment at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our surroundings can have\u00a0<\/span><\/span>a huge impact<\/span><\/span>\u00a0on how we feel. From<\/span><\/span> what we see and smell <\/span><\/span><\/span>t<\/span><\/span><\/span>o<\/span><\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span>lighti<\/span><\/span>ng and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>color<\/span><\/span>s<\/span><\/span>,\u00a0<\/span><\/span>numer<\/span><\/span>o<\/span><\/span>us<\/span><\/span>\u00a0factors influence our moods. Below are a variety of scents, sounds, and things you can inco<\/span><\/span>rporate int<\/span><\/span>o yo<\/span><\/span>ur ho<\/span><\/span>m<\/span><\/span>e\u00a0<\/span><\/span>in\u00a0<\/span><\/span>order<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>to<\/span><\/span>\u00a0create a calmer and happier environment.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Lavender<\/span><\/b>:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Lavender\u00a0<\/span>is a go-to scent for relaxation. The scent can<\/span>\u00a0help calm not only the mind but your body as well.\u00a0<\/span>The fragrance<\/span>\u00a0is also used to help treat insomnia and ease sleep issues.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Eucalyptus:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>Eucalyptus<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>can help\u00a0<\/span>you\u00a0<\/span>destress, clear t<\/span>he\u00a0<\/span>mind, and even\u00a0<\/span>help\u00a0<\/span>with\u00a0<\/span>breath<\/span>ing<\/span>. Try keeping a piece<\/span>\u00a0of\u00a0<\/span>Eucalyptus<\/span>\u00a0in your shower so you can inhale it and relax.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Lemon:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0The smell of lemon can improve concentration.\u00a0<\/span>Citrus smells can also make you feel more alert.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Jasmine:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Jasmine is known to alleviate stress and reduce anxiety.\u00a0<\/span>It can also help the bod<\/span>y unwind.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Peppermint:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Peppermint\u00a0<\/span>may<\/span>\u00a0boost concentration and\u00a0<\/span>can also\u00a0<\/span>serve as a mental stimulator.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Vanilla:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>The smell of vanilla, or vanilla bean, can elevate your mood\u00a0and also\u00a0make\u00a0<\/span>you\u00a0<\/span>feel relaxed. It<\/span>\u2019s<\/span>\u00a0known to\u00a0<\/span>evoke<\/span>\u00a0feelings of happiness.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Sounds:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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    • Nature:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Nature sounds are associated with a decrease in the body\u2019s sympathetic response, which is what causes the \u201cfight-or-flight\u201d feeling. They can also help the body relax, reduce stress, and promote feelings of positivity.\u00a0<\/span>N<\/span>ature sounds can\u00a0<\/span>even\u00a0<\/span>help improve your attention. Not\u00a0<\/span>everyone has<\/span>\u00a0a babbling brook to sit next to<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0but there are\u00a0<\/span>many\u00a0<\/span>nature<\/span>\u00a0sounds available on streaming services, YouTube, or sound machines.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Classical Music:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0Classical music can improve cognition, lower blood pressure, enhance memory, and even help reduce pain levels. If you\u2019re feeling stressed listening to classical music can help calm you down and improve your quality of sleep.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Meditation:\u00a0<\/span><\/b>Meditation music and sounds are great for reducing stress.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Meditation sounds are also known to improve one<\/span>\u2019<\/span>s concentration.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Surroundings:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n
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      • Plants:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>Surrounding yourself with plants has numerous positive side\u00a0<\/span>effects<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Plants can improve your concentration, make you happier, and even lower your blood pressure. Start placing them around your home or workspace in order to boost productivity and reduce your stress levels.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Colors:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>Colors have been proven to dramatically affect moods, feelings, and emotions. Keep in mind different shades of each color can have different effects. Warmer colors such as red, orange, and yellow are generally more stimulating. Use red and orange to\u00a0<\/span>stimulate the body and mind, or to increase energy levels. Lighter shades of yellow are often associated with happiness, but bright yellow can sometimes activate the feeling of anxiety. Cooler colors such as blue and purple are known to be more calming. Blue is believed to have a calming effect, but it can also help treat pain and inspire feelings of security and serenity. An easy and\u00a0<\/span>affordable\u00a0<\/span>way to incorporate blue is with paintings, pillows, or even lights. Purple is known to make people feel calm and creative.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Lights:<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span>Research has shown that receiving an adequate amount of light is key during the day. It not only improves your mood and energy levels but can also affect concentration. However, if the lights in a room are too bright it can intensify certain feelings, so try incorporating warm lights at home and avoid intense lighting. Light bulbs that simulate natural lighting are a great choice, especially while many of us are spending a large amount of time indoors. It can help ease depression, make people feel happier, and even help you sleep better at night.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"