3 Powerful Steps To A Holistic Healthy Home
Did you know that we spend an astonishing 90% of our lives indoors?
Yet, most of us rarely consider how our indoor environment affects our overall wellbeing.
The good news is, with just a few mindful adjustments, you can transform your home into a sanctuary that nurtures your mood, boosts your health and even enhances the quality of your closest relationships.
Keep reading to learn more ….
First, let’s address some of the challenges many of us are facing in our homes today, especially with the rise of working from home.
Working From Home Is A “Hot Topic” Right Now
Working from home is a hot topic, sparking debates on whether it’s the best innovation since the internet or a productivity killer.
While we’ve moved beyond the peak of the Coronavirus pandemic, the conversation about remote work continues to heat up.
For some, the reality of working from home includes the misconception that being in your home office means you’re not “really” working.
Add to that the interruptions from family members barging in or speaking loudly during your Zoom calls and the challenges become all too real!
Extended family and friends often assume that your “flexible” schedule means they can drop by or call you at any time, disrupting your workday.
Before you know it, you’ve become the default “household manager,” endlessly loading and unloading the dishwasher or answering the door for yet another delivery that isn’t even yours.
And if you’re someone who thrives on social interaction, the isolation of working from home can feel stifling, making you question whether the benefits are truly worth the loneliness.
Take A Moment – How Does Your Home Feel Right Now?
Is there clutter creeping into every corner, with belongings strewn about, instead of neatly tucked away?
Is your home office overwhelmed by disarray, making it hard to focus and find peace?
Or has your home been expertly “Marie Kondo-ed“?
“Marie Kondo-ed” – What does that mean?
If you’re not familiar with the term, let me introduce you to the world-famous organizing guru, Marie Kondo.
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve likely heard of her magical tidying methods that have taken the world by storm.
Enchanted with organizing since her childhood, Marie began her tidying consultant business as a 19-year-old university student in Tokyo.
Today, she’s a global phenomenon, transforming cluttered homes into serene, inspiring spaces through her signature approach: The KonMari Method™️.
This method isn’t just about tidying – it’s a life-changing philosophy.
Marie’s guiding principle is simple yet profound: keep only the items that spark joy and gracefully let go of the rest.
But before you part with anything, Marie encourages you to thank the item, acknowledging the role it played in your life before releasing it without guilt.
It’s a powerful way to honor your connection with your possessions.
Though it may sound unconventional, millions swear by her method, finding peace and clarity in spaces once overwhelmed by clutter.
Her meticulous folding techniques are practically an art form, turning even the most mundane drawers into masterpieces of organization.
And if you’re curious to see her in action, check out her wildly popular Netflix show, “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo.” Fair warning – it’s addictive!
I’ll also be recommending some of her books further down this article, so stay tuned ….
What’s The Hidden Cost Of Clutter On Your Health & Wellbeing?
Here’s some common ways clutter can silently sabotage your daily life and wellbeing:
- Clutter doesn’t just crowd your space – it weighs heavily on your wellbeing.
- It drains your energy and steals your time.
- How often do you find yourself wasting precious minutes each day searching for misplaced keys, glasses or your mobile phone?
- Sometimes, the very item you’re hunting for is right in front of you, but buried in the chaos, it’s nearly invisible.
- And, of course, you’ll inevitably lose something crucial just when you’re already running late and should have left the house 15 minutes ago!
Is Your Clutter Fueling Your Stress?
Some of the clearest signs that clutter has taken over and is taking it’s toll on your stress levels at home might be:
- Those piles of papers on the dining room table aren’t just an eyesore – they’re a source of anxiety.
- Bills disappear into the chaos, leading to missed payments and unnecessary headaches.
- The mere thought of inviting guests over fills you with dread, knowing it will take hours, if not days to tidy up the mess.
- Even something as simple as rolling out your yoga mat becomes a chore, as you spend 15 minutes just clearing a space, leaving you feeling defeated and tempted to skip your session altogether.
So, how can you reclaim your peace of mind?
1. Take Action Now And Conquer Your Clutter
- Dive into the world of “clutter clearer extraordinaire” Marie Kondo by watching her hit Netflix show “Tidying Up With Marie Kondo”. As Netflix’s #1 non-fiction release of 2019, this show garnered 7 award nominations, including 2 Emmys, 3 Critics Choice Awards, a Realscreen Award, and a TCA Award
- Marie’s wisdom is transformative – her tips will save you precious time and energy, helping you reclaim your space and your peace of mind.
- Don’t wait; invest in her bestselling books and start your journey to a clutter-free life ….
Interestingly, her most popular book “The Life-Changing Magic Of Tidying” has been translated into 44 languages and has sold millions of copies.
She has sold over 13 million books collectively and in 2015, she was also listed as one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people. – that’s a taster for what a legend she is – she has an almost “cult-like” following!
Her popular books :
That’s “clearing your clutter pretty much covered then.
Let’s move on now and give some thought to ….
2. What’s Lurking In Your Household Cleaning Products?
Have you looked at the products in your kitchen cabinets lately?
Dig your magnifying glass out and have a peer closely at the labels.
Do any of them say “hazardous to humans and domestic animals”?
Or “WARNING! Do not mix with other products. May release dangerous gases”?
So why would anyone want to use those? Maybe they don’t know any better.
They could be products that you spray, wipe and scrub with all over your home, in places where you and your family live and sleep everyday.
These potentially dangerous chemicals could be making their way into your body ….
Be it by you breathing them in, or via your hand-to-eye or hand-to-mouth contact.
This is especially true for young children who crawl and explore with their hands.
Unbelievably, some of the ingredients that aren’t listed on the label can be toxic, even when used according to the directions.
To address this problem, head straight over to my dedicated page “Eco-Friendly Non-Toxic Home” – Click the link below :
Eco-Friendly Non-Toxic Home
where I share with you how you can “treat your home like a temple” by using greener home cleaning products and where to buy them.
Also I share with you some handy tips about how we can make a difference and “do our bit for the planet” and so much more.
3. What Cost Is Your Home & Mobile Tech To Your Health?
There’s no escaping it ….
We’re all exposed to the invisible pollutants from mobile phone masts, pylons, satellites, geopathic stress and wifi.
But, at what cost to your health?
Head straight over to my dedicated page all about Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs) and the profound effects they have on our health and what steps you can take to remedy the situation.
Click the link below:
Electromagnetic Fields (EMF’s)
What About Indoor Air Quality – Does It Matter?
Whether you’re sleeping, bingeing on Netflix or working out at home, that time spent indoors exposes us to indoor air pollution from :
- furnishings
- carpet
- upholstery
- dry-cleaned clothing
- paint
Image courtesy of The Woolroom
- synthetic building materials
- cleaning products
- pesticides
- bacteria
- mold
- pollution brought in from outside
You wouldn’t think your coffee table could emit gasses, but if it’s made of particleboard, it does.
Volatile organic compounds (VOC’s) like formaldehyde can also be released from paint on your walls and your furniture upholstery.
Levels of VOC’s are typically two to five times higher than outside.
For people who are highly sensitive or when ventilation is not good, it can make them feel sick.
This is recognised as something called “sick building syndrome”.
That’s a whole other topic in itself!
Ready Now To Make Some Healthier Choices For Your Home?
To Recap
As you’ve read above, there’s lots to think about when you’re striving to create a healthy holistic home for yourself and your precious family.
We’ve only touched on a few topics here on this page.
We discussed :
- the fact that we spend a whopping 90% of our lives indoors!
- the challenges we might be experiencing “working from home”.
- conquering your clutter using Marie Kondo’s techniques.
- treating your home like a temple and switching to non-toxic cleaning products.
- being aware of the effect of dangerous EMF’s in your home environment & cost to your health.
- indoor pollution and “sick building syndrome” and the list of chemicals to watch out for.
So, as you can see, the secrets to a healthy holistic home encompasses so many different aspects – far too many to be covered here.
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