I purchased this book for myself and, after reading it, ordered four more copies to give to friends. Some of the author’s quotes are going to stay with me forever, i.e. “Clutter, even when out of sight, takes up space in our brains and makes us feel stressed.” Have a hard time, like me, letting go of items with sentimental attachment? Can’t get rid of things gifted that make your home unhappy? My new mantra from this wonderful book: “Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards.” What I particularly like is that this book does not preach about how you should decorate, rather acts as a guide to use your own strong internal compass as to what you truly love about your home, and how, with focus and intention (and on your budget), you can make it an even happier home. I’ve looked at many magazines, books, and YouTube videos on decorating and their rooms tend to look so very elegant, tasteful, and forgettably generic. As a design psychology coach, Rebecca helps you create your very own tasteful yet unique nest –your home. But careful, you might be so inspired by Rebecca that you start redesigning your LIFE!
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Discover the geographical cure
A so-called “geographical cure” puts you in a space that changes the cues you’ve been getting that support your negative habit. What if a simple thing like changing your kitchen paint color could wake up your subconscious and override any thoughtless habits you have formed?
Say yes to a happy home
The colours we choose, the objects and books we place on our shelves, the pictures and posters we put on the walls—we select them because of what they add to our lives and homes, both functionally and aesthetically. What messages are we letting our home send us every morning when we wake up and every evening as we go to sleep?
The value of a good night’s sleep
Of course, it’s important to have a relaxing home, but we do literally need regular, restful, complete nights of sleep. Insomnia is a miserable condition, and while sometimes you may need the intervention of western medicine to reset the chemistry of your body, the design of your bedroom can impact your ability to sleep well.
Set the scene for success
There are times in life when you have to make a big, bold move in your education or career. Sometimes it’s a life transition, like a divorce, that demands you take on a new role. Regardless of what compels the shift, when it’s time to learn something new, your home can be a big help in the process, or it can really get in your way.
Make room for love
Once you’ve created a space that reflects your preferences, desires, and dreams, it’s time to make emotional and physical space for another person. Don’t worry, that doesn’t mean you have to destroy all the work you just did to make the place your own. You’re not decorating for someone else; you are simply creating a little room in your home (and heart) for another person.
The power of play
Laughter is the best medicine, so no matter what other values you hold dear, try to make room for play. It’s essential for our survival and identity. Have you created safe space in your home for play and discovery, or is everything serious, a place where you must be careful and the rules are strictly laid out?
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- michelle simsReviewed in Canada on May 6, 2024
a must read for the home design and self care enthusiasts
- Alex GraceReviewed in the United Kingdom on September 26, 2021
Buy this book before you redecorate!
