How to Create a Luxurious Retreat Spot in Your House
The last time that you had a moment to yourself to rest, dream, plan, meditate, pray or just be with yourself was ages ago. Do you have a place to do all these things? Your own time and space may sound like luxuries but they actually are not because everyone needs solitude. Solitude allows us to settle into ourselves in order for us to find our own voice, vibe and rhythm. The big payoff of this is that our relationships with our loved ones become more intimate and fulfilling.
There’s nothing fancy about a space of your own. For this, simplicity is the key. You can even set up a portion of your laundry room as your retreat spot. Spend time in your spot as often as you can.
Time is essential. Don’t listen to that inner voice shouting that you’re far too busy. Time and space are crucial to your inner self.
For your retreat spot, details matter. Bring in thing that you love like books and journals, your favorite chair. It will make your retreat spot more personalized, sacred and magical to be sorrounded by things that you love and make you warm and cozy.
Pick a potential place in your house and take the next step – move a chair, bring in a lamp, take away some clutter, and you’re all set.
Here are some things that you can add to your retreat spot to make it more cozy, warm and more conducive for relaxation:
- Candles: This can be scented or not will help you to slow down and focus your mind. make a ritual of lighting one when entering your space.
- Earth treasures: Collect and display souvenirs from hikes in the woods and beaches like rocks, seashells and pinecones. Natural beauty reminds us of our own inner beauty.
- Tea for one: There is nothing soothing than a cup of tea or coffee for this matter.
- Soft comforts: Use pillows to curl up with for a nap, meditate with added back support or stabilize a yoga position. The trick is to have them right there, always ready and close at hand because going to the next room to get some will ruin the mood.
- Water works: Focus on the sound of water to keep your mind tuned in to something else other than the the loud inner chatter. A mini recirculating fountain will do the trick or a CD of ocean waves or babbling brook. If you need more water, then the bathroom will suffice – surround the tub with candles.
- A single bloom: You deserve the beauty, grace and the romance of flowers. Be it a single bloom or a luscious bouquet, go for it.
