Most often, we put all the weight of creating a great space on the "visual." We work tirelessly to put together rooms that are functional and fabulous with furniture, window treatments, lamps & just the right amount of do-da's but somehow, something's missing. Of course, if we find something visually appealing, it creates a sense of happiness, but that's only the surface!
Consider all of our five senses - sight, hearing, taste, touch and smell
Let's suppose you've nailed the visual. While it "looks" nice, does it sound nice, smell nice, taste nice? I know, the last one is a little weird, but hang with me!
Hearing - Fill your space with sounds of the season, your favorite music or nature sounds.
Touch - Use accessories like throw pillows and blankets that are made of your favorite material to bring tactile happiness into your space.
Smell - DUH!!! Everyone, I think, knows the old trick of making chocolate chip cookies before showing a house because it evokes a feeling of home. Well, the same goes for creating our happy space! Burn your favorite fragrance or use diffusers to add happiness! They call it "Aroma-Therapy" for a reason!
Taste - Keep your favorite treat in a bowl somewhere in your room. It could be anything that makes you happy like a bowl of fruit, nuts or chocolate!!
You get the idea!!! I hope I've inspired you to think about your other four senses while creating the space that makes YOU happy!!
Find the Fabulous!!
Tracy :-)
