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{"id":2297,"date":"2016-10-15T09:42:15","date_gmt":"2016-10-15T09:42:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/?p=2297"},"modified":"2019-05-10T10:39:13","modified_gmt":"2019-05-10T10:39:13","slug":"meditative-space-made-possible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mccreerys.com\/blog\/2016\/10\/15\/meditative-space-made-possible\/","title":{"rendered":"Meditative Space Made Possible"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"attachment_2425\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" ><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-2425\" src=\"http:\/\/mccreerys.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/23\/2016\/10\/BLOG-10.-Hooker-Furniture-Dining-Room-Sorella-Pedestal-Dining-Table-with-1.20in-leaf-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Hooker Furniture Dining Room Sorella Pedestal Dining Table with 1.20in leaf\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><p class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hooker Furniture Dining Room Sorella Pedestal Dining Table with 1.20in leaf<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Peace is one of the most-planned concepts in many homes yet it is also one of the least achieved. This is lacking in many homes because of several aspects \u2013 physical, emotional, even spiritual. Peaceful and meditative homes are not always quiet. A peaceful atmosphere can be established by a few disciplinary and interior design concepts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Follow Flexible Routines <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It is crucial to have a daily or weekly routine. This established routine is the key to keeping your nerves in check. A schedule will also tell you when to accomplish certain tasks. It is important to begin with a flexible routine or you would end up destroying an otherwise peaceful interior design.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Plan Ahead <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No goal is achieved without proper planning. If you don\u2019t want to make those cramming, last minute decisions, then you have to write down the elements that will make a room more peaceful.<\/p>\n<p>A huge part of planning also requires house rules. Expectations have to be written down and posted where everyone could see them. The entire family could work together to keep a room more peaceful if they know what are expected of them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Create Meditative Rooms <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve planned and set a few rules and established a routine, it\u2019s time to walk into your home and recognize which room (or rooms) would soon get a heavier door, one that would absorb sound. Create an inspiring atmosphere in the room.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Peace Is Zero Clutter <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Clutter is equal to chaos. Clutter leaves you looking for lost stuff and having things that you don\u2019t actually need in your home. Decluttering should be a huge part of your plan, too. You don\u2019t want to end up with bulging closets or piles of papers that you no longer need inside filing cabinets.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to take the mop, broom and other cleaning aids and tackle the tasks. You would soon discover that clutter had a lot to do with your stressful living.<\/p>\n<p>Decluttering could also mean removing any bad memories from your home. That picture frame hanging on the wall might be your ex\u2019s gift to you. This and other such stuff will only remind you of the pain that could lead to unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n<p>The removal of these bad reminders will bring you a step closer to setting up a meditative space.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choose Colors Wisely <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Colors affect people\u2019s psyche in ways that are difficult to explain. Studies have proven that colors even have the power to alter body temperature as well as appetite. Colors can also affect moods or people\u2019s energy levels.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you know these, find the colors that could help you meditate such as green or pale blue.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Appreciate Nature <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Humans have a natural tendency to like and appreciate the beauty of nature. You can, therefore, use natural elements such as potted green plants or a view of the garden outside make your meditative room more relaxing. Apart from greeneries, you can also bring in a wooden bowl as well as a water element fixture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Positive Atmosphere Only <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>As you become more aware about the elements that could help you achieve a relaxing space, it is also vital that you learn to control the vibes in that room. You can bring the good vibes in by hanging photos of your family vacations on the wall.<\/p>\n<p>You may also create a slogan that could distinguish that spot from the rest of the rooms in your home. This also means saying no to gadgets and other technological stuff in that room. 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