{"id":4867,"date":"2022-08-19T15:34:52","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T15:34:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.quinessence.com\/blog\/?p=4867"},"modified":"2022-08-19T15:34:52","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T15:34:52","slug":"de-stress-bring-outdoors-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.quinessence.com\/blog\/de-stress-bring-outdoors-in","title":{"rendered":"De-Stress By Bringing The Outdoors In"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4869\" src=\"https:\/\/www.quinessence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/1035286846-2.jpg\" alt=\"Relieve your stress by bringing the outside in your home\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/>This year you might have goals like ramping up your workout routine, increasing your self-care regimen or finding time to de-stress.<\/p>\n<p>The EPA reports we spend 90 percent of our time indoors, but most people feel that spending time in nature has a positive effect on their mental well-being and stress level, according to a recent YouGov study commissioned by <a href=\"https:\/\/whyskylights.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Velux<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>So, if your goal is to de-stress, here are some healthy behaviors and design tips to help you bring nature\u2019s sanctuary indoors.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1) Fill your home with photos of nature<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Surrounding yourself with images of nature can have a positive effect on wellness. Try framing some photos of special memories in nature like a hike with your family, beach sunset or mountain view.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2) Let in more fresh air and natural light<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Today\u2019s homes are built tighter and more sealed, which means they can trap toxins from daily living \u2014 such as cooking, cleaning, pets and more \u2014 inside. Adding skylights that can open is a simple home renovation project to improve fresh air flow, helping rid indoor air of pollutants. Additionally, studies show that exposure to natural light helps to sync your circadian rhythm, allowing for better sleep at night.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3) Fill your home with natural scents<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Up your chef game by using fresh herbs in your cooking that will fill your kitchen with natural fragrance. Making an indoor herb garden ensures you\u2019ll always have some on hand. You can also incorporate fresh herbs into bouquets or wreaths for a natural air freshener throughout your home.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4) Meditate or do yoga in the morning<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Waking up with stretching or meditating is a great way to prepare yourself for a successful day. Open the blinds or curtains on your windows and skylights to let in early morning light and help you feel invigorated and refreshed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5) Go green with your d\u00e9cor<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reap the benefits of nature by bringing it inside, adding greenery or even fruit into your d\u00e9cor. The possibilities are endless \u2014 use a bowl of fresh fruit as a centerpiece or mix different sizes of pots to create a succulent gallery. Little touches of green in each room will go a long way.<\/p>\n<p><strong>6) Use natural cleaning products<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Many common cleaning products have harsh chemicals that can be inhaled or absorbed into your skin. Combat the dangers of these toxins by switching to natural cleaning products. You\u2019ll feel safer and more relaxed when your home is chemical-free.<\/p>\n<p>From boosting your home\u2019s natural light to going green and adding plant life, it\u2019s easy to turn your home into a natural oasis with these simple steps. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/whyskylights.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">whyskylights.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Article Copyright \u00a9 BPT 2019<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finding natural ways to de-stress can be tricky, so here are some really simple things anyone can do to help without even leaving your home<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":9,"featured_media":4869,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[513],"tags":[808,807,499],"class_list":["post-4867","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-healthy-living","tag-de-stress","tag-outdoors","tag-stress","Healthy Living"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the 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