With the holidays behind us and the warm days of spring/summer still many months away, it’s easy to start to feel sluggish and moody as we suffer from cabin fever – aka the winter blues. Willingly or unwillingly, you’ll be spending a lot more time indoors until the chill subsides – so why not put some cheer into your indoor décor to warm things up?
Let the Sun In: Besides increasing Vitamin D production in the body and providing Vitamin C, natural sunlight also helps to regulate hormones like melatonin and serotonin which affect mood. Low levels of serotonin can lead to depression. Therefore, take advantage of sunny winter days by opening all of your blinds to let that natural light into your home. Replace dim indoor light fixtures with brighter ones for days when the sun isn’t shining so brightly.
Choose Bright Colors: Studies show that certain colors affect our mood in different ways. If you have too many dark colors in your living room, for example, the room might become dreary and evoke feelings of sadness or hostility. Add in a bright color, like a yellow or orange, to boost excitement and enthusiasm. Yellow communicates happiness, while orange stimulates energy.
Bring Nature Indoors: Plants and flowers not only look beautiful, they also work to combat air pollution and boost creativity. Volatile Organic Compounds, or VOC’s, are found in everything from paints to common household cleaning products, and have been linked to a range of health problems, from headaches to nervous system damage. Indoor plants work to remove these pollutants by cleansing the air. Plants and flowers also promote feelings of tranquility and relaxation, and their vibrant colors can provide beauty in unexpected places.
For more information about ways to fight the winter blues through interior decoration, contact Decorating Den Carson City at 775-832-8012.