As we hurtle through Mental Health Awareness Week, I wanted to get you thinking what ‘Home’ means to you? It should be your Mental Health Wellness place.
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, amidst the chaos and the noise, there exists a sanctuary—a place that transcends its physical boundaries and becomes an embodiment of comfort, security, and belonging. This sacred space is none other than home. If designed correctly this space can become your mental health sanctuary too. As we travel through mental health awareness week I wanted to draw your attention to the importance of your home and having how essential it is that is it designed in a way that makes you feel calm, relaxed and welcomed as you spend time in your home.
Home is more than just a structure crafted from bricks and mortar; it is a reflection of one’s soul, a haven where memories are woven into the very fabric of its walls. It’s the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in the morning, the laughter echoing through the corridors, and the warmth of shared meals around the dinner table.
For me, home is a tapestry of familiarity and nostalgia. It’s the creaking of the wooden floors underfoot, the sunlight streaming through the curtains, and the comforting embrace of a well-worn armchair. It’s the shelves adorned with books that whisper tales of distant lands and bygone eras, and the photographs adorning the walls, capturing fleeting moments frozen in time.
But home is not just a physical space—it’s a feeling, an emotion that transcends the tangible. It’s the sense of security that washes over you as you step through the threshold, knowing that within these walls, you are safe and loved. It’s the familiarity of every nook and cranny, the reassuring presence of family and loved ones, and the sense of belonging that envelops you like a warm embrace. It’s a place that feeds my mental wellness.
Home is where we find solace in the midst of life’s storms, work stresses and where we can let down our guard and be our true selves without fear of judgment or scrutiny. It’s where we celebrate triumphs and weather failures, where we find the strength to face the challenges that life throws our way. It is a place where I spend to work on my mental health in a positive way. It’s a place for me that I wouldn’t ever leave if I didn’t have too. It provides safety, happiness and mental health contentment.
What does home mean to you?
For those of us who struggle with mental health wellness, home takes on an even deeper significance. It becomes a vital sanctuary, a refuge where we can find solace and support amidst the challenges we face. Research has shown that our physical environment can have a profound impact on our mental well-being, and home is where we have the power to create a space that nurtures and uplifts us.
Ultimately, home is not just a place where we reside—it’s a sanctuary for our minds, bodies, and spirits. By nurturing our home environments and prioritising our mental health wellness within them, we can create spaces that support us in our journey towards healing and wholeness. So let us cherish and cultivate our homes, for they have the power to nurture our souls and uplift our spirits, making our lives richer, fuller, and more meaningful.
I would love to help you achieve all these things for your home. Sandra Carmichael Interiors is a trusted Interior Design Studio that operates throughout Mid-Sussex and London. #ukinteriordesigner, Haywards Heath and beyond.