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ENHANCE RELAXATION AND TRANQUILITY IN THE HOME BY CREATING HEALING SPACES THAT ELEVATE OVERALL WELLNESS .
BY ASHLEY RYAN
Adding greenery ( above ) and water features ( below ) can enhance the tranquility of both indoor and outdoor spaces .
Whether you ’ ve put in a long day at the office or were simply out running errands , there ’ s something magical about coming home to unwind in a space that ’ s all your own . But that sentiment rings true tenfold when each room offers a sense of peace and tranquility .
As people seek out new ways to calm the mind , body and spirit , wellness activities are on the rise . But few things are more impactful than designing a healing home — one where you can rest and recharge in a setting that provides safety and comfort .
“ The home should be a place of relaxation , peace and a place to recuperate ,” says Dawn Sumerford , founder of Feng Shui by Dawn .
Finding peace at home is pivotal to living a healthy lifestyle . Dora Brigham , who owns Dora Brigham Interiors and earned a degree in psychology , says that there can be psychological benefits as well . “ Relaxation and decompression are usually supported by a release of pressures from our mind and body ,” she explains . “ That release allows our mind to evaluate those pressures and decide
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