Your home is your safe haven. No matter how busy you get or how long you’re away, home is always a comforting place to be. It’s where you unwind, recharge, make memories and live out the details of your personal life.
It’s so much more than just a roof over your head — it’s the place your dreams grow. So shouldn’t it be a place that inspires you?
After all, when it comes to pursuing your dreams, it’s all about your mindset. And the look and feel of your environment plays a big role in how you approach each day. If you’ve ever looked around your home or apartment and felt less than pleased with it, it may be time to make some changes.
No matter what your space or budget is, there are small ways to sprinkle inspiration throughout your home and make it a space you love and can thrive in. Here’s where to start:
VO: Ready for a space that sends your dreams soaring? Here are 6 simple ways to inspire your place for dreaming from American Family Insurance.
VO: Your home is where you spend a lot of your time. Especially if you work at home, it should inspire you from the moment you wake up and all throughout the day.
VO: Here are 6 simple ways to upgrade your space.
VO: First thing’s first: waking up.
VO: You want to enter work-mode with a smile already on your face. Try placing a picture of a loved one on your nightstand or moving your bed so the morning sun shines on you when you open your eyes.
VO: Next, post a reminder of your goals.
VO: We can easily forget why we spend hours in front of laptop screens. Reminding ourselves of our goals can inspire us to achieve them.
VO: Try writing your goal on a colorful post-it note or use an image of your goal as your desktop background.
VO: Third tip: Display your milestones.
VO: You’ll be surprised at how your past accomplishments can motivate you when dreaming for the future.
VO: Hang those accomplishments up, showcase them – even if only to yourself – and take pride in what you’ve already completed.
VO: Fourth, decorate with intent.
VO: Upgrading the look of your working space can make you happier. Painting your wall with an accent color or getting a new plant are little additions that can put you in a positive mindset.
VO: Moreover, an efficient use of your space can help you get your work done. If your outlet is too far, move your desk a bit. If you’re often on video calls, sit in front of a window. The natural light will give you better lighting and won’t blind your screen.
VO: Next, light up the inspiration.
VO: Natural light isn’t just good for on-camera meetings, it’s also great for your mood. Try to work in a room that has plenty of it.
VO: And when the sun goes down, work by soft lights and candles that can keep you motivated yet calm.
VO: Finally, designate a special space for dreaming.
VO: Even when your home is your office, you can maintain a healthy work/life balance by keeping them separated.
VO: Your work area, whether it’s a desk or just a chair, is where you pursue your dreams. Your life area is where you can relax with a good book, a binge-worthy show, or even where you make your grocery list.
VO: Remember, your space can inspire you to dream bigger and invigorate you as you work to achieve your dreams!
VO: And American Family Insurance is here to support each of those dreams. Learn more about how we can help inspire, protect and restore your dreams at AmFam.com.
Wake up happy. Start with the bedroom — especially if you’ve got limited time or resources. Waking up each day with a smile on your face can really help you stay motivated and inspired all day long. Kick-start happiness by placing a memento that brings you joy on your nightstand or arranging your bed so the first thing you see each morning is the sun peeking through your window.
Post a reminder of your goals. Whether you write it on a Post-it and stick it on your bathroom mirror or hang a representative picture on your fridge, it’s always good to remind yourself of what you’re working towards! Putting it right in front of your face will help keep your priorities straight and make sure you don’t sweep your dreams under the rug.
Display your milestones. A good way to keep moving toward your dream is by reminding yourself of how far you’ve already come. Dream of going back to school? Hang your latest diploma to emphasize that you’ve done it before; you can do it again! Want to travel more? Display pictures of your past adventures to re-spark the feeling of purpose they gave you.
Decorate with intent. Motivational sayings may not be your decorating style, but there are subtle ways to surround yourself with décor that inspires you. Does a certain color make you happy? Pull it in to your space with curtains or throw pillows. Are there certain aspects of your personality that make you proud to be you? Make sure they’re represented! If you identify with your space, it’ll feel natural to focus in on what you want and how you can achieve it.
Light up the inspiration. Lighting has a funny way of influencing our mood. So make sure you optimize it in your home! Get the most out of natural lighting by hanging sheer curtains and arranging furniture to face the windows. At night, use lamps with soft lighting and set out candles to help fuel your inspiration — the aromatherapy is an added bonus!
Designate a space for dreaming. This can be as simple as setting up a reading corner with a comfy chair or claiming an entire room as your office or craft space — whatever makes sense for your specific goals! Sometimes you just need to escape the stresses of your everyday and focus in on how you can accomplish your biggest dreams.
Whatever you do, remember you deserve a living space that sparks happiness and inspiration. Take time now to make these little changes and see the difference it can make over time. Not only will your home be a place for your dreams to grow, it’ll be a place for them to thrive.
You’ll want to protect those thriving dreams, and we can help! Your American Family Insurance agent (Opens in a new tab) is happy to go over your home coverage options. Connect with them today and get the peace of mind you need to keep on dreaming fearlessly.
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