Today’s post is all
about creating a living space (this includes your home, office and even your
car) where you are surrounding by things that automatically triggers feelings
of contentment and well being. This can be as simple as making your bed so that
each time you enter your bedroom it looks like a relaxing oasis. Nice sheets, special pillows and other bedroom accessories can add
to this feeling.
Start by thinking
about where you spend the most time. What do you have there to serve as
triggers? If you spend a lot of time on the computer, what’s sitting next to
your keyboard? Do you have a mouse pad that makes you smile? Do you register
for e-mails for posts that will bring a lift to your day? If you spend a lot of
time in an office, what do you look at most during the day? Is it a trigger to
happy and positive feelings?
Memory/Positive Association
• Pictures of family, friends, wonderful
vacations. You can create a “wall” of such photos, and/or scattering such
pictures throughout the house. Frames can add a lot to these photographs so
think about that the next time you are “frame” shopping.
• Items you associate with very positive
events, such as: a painting you purchased on the best vacation ever; stones
from your favorite beach
• Compile small mementos from a favorite place
or experience and make an album. Keep it handy, such as on a night stand or
coffee table
• Make
the background on your phone and/or computer a picture of something or someone
you love. Use a favorite song as a ring tone.
• Bookmark
favorite music for quick access.
Anticipation: These are items that you see that remind you
of doing something that you find engaging and enjoy.
- • Leave your guitar out of its case ready to
play; sheet music on the piano
- • Creating
a space so it’s easy to engage in activities that you enjoy such as a craft
area; tool shop; music room; meditation space; prayer corner
- • If you like to cook, leave equipment, such as
standing mixers, food processors etc. out on the counters.
• Use your refrigerator as an “anticipation
reminder.” Post reviews of new restaurants that you’d like to try, along with invitations
to upcoming events, recipes you want to try, and even pictures of friends and
family you’d like to visit.
Smells trigger feelings. It’s why women wear perfume and it’s why so
many products come with scents. If this is something you enjoy, pick up some
essential oils and use in your cleaning products. Candles are soothing and they
can also burn with a lovely smell. Do some checking though to make sure that
the candles are safe and use essential oils. Some waxes, such as bayberry, are
naturally scented. If you associate a cologne with a wonderful period in your
life, use it periodically.
Clothing: The “power suit” has basically become a cliché, however, the idea that
clothes can make you feel a certain way is true. Pick out underwear, including
socks that are comfortable and create instant happiness. Wear jewelry that you
enjoy. I particularly like a pair of earrings that have a slight jingle to them
when I turn my head. It’s my mindfulness reminder.
Not interested in today’s activity? Check out the Take a Break Pinterest for lots of
Take a Break ideas.
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