Everyone's idea of relaxation is different and what one person finds relaxing, another person may find irritating. But in general, there are some ideas that you can find here that will enable you to explore your ideal relaxation at home. It doesn't all have to be about candles and bubble bath (although that is a great idea), but there are reasons why people find these ideas relaxing. And as humans just having a nice place to spend our spare time is invaluable.
Reading
Reading is one of the top recommendations for relaxation, the genre of book is obviously going to change person-to-person, but if you love escapism in the form of the written word, then picking up a good book and curling up on the sofa, with a cup of tea couldn't be more perfect. Of course, we don't love it when the weather isn't nice and sunny, but when the rain beats on the window and the soft lighting is on, the addition of a book is the cherry on the cake. If you've never been a fan of reading before, then start small by reading a page at a time, until you improve your concentration times. The great thing about books is that there is something for everyone. Exploring a bookshop is some people's idea of relaxation before even buying the book. Purely because of all of the options available, so why not dive into a new novel, and see how you feel?
Light
Having some natural light flowing into your home will undoubtedly help your sleep patterns, which in turn helps you relax. If you had Residential Architects working on the design of your building, this would've been something they considered at the time. Having windows that face the sun can make a massive difference to the overall feel of the building. Bright light shining in during the day time will help set your body clock, and during clock changes, this can make a difference. Overall getting enough rest and sunlight can make a vast difference to your mood overall.
Time together
Spending quality time with your family is one of, if not the single most important parts of relaxation in your home. Sitting together to have a meal at dinnertime, or just reading alongside each other on the sofa can really improve your bonds, mental health, and state of relaxation. Don't underestimate the power of grabbing some popcorn and watching a film together. On a Sunday, many families enjoy a roast together and then a long walk, these families tend to be well connected, happy and relaxed. Ensuring that your home facilitates this, and helps you in every aspect of your family life, is essential to get right from the beginning.
To write a list of your favourite relaxation activities, and make sure you choose one every single day.
You'll thank yourself at the end of every week when you've managed to add some relaxation into your chaotic life.
