Can’t Relax? How to Make Your Home Relax-Ready
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In this week’s episode was unexpectedly inspired by the kids’ TV show—Bluey—watching this episode with my daughter sparked a reflection on the mental load many of us carry, particularly mothers and caregivers, and how our homes can either add to that load… or ease it.
Inside, I dive into the emotional impact of our home environments and explore how design—both big and small—can actively support relaxation, calm, and our wellbeing. From clutter and storage to sensory cues and micro-zones, this episode offers practical and thoughtful ways to make your home a place where you can actually exhale.
If, like me, you’ve ever felt like you should be relaxing but just can’t switch off… this one’s for you.
What we’ll cover:
Why your home isn’t a neutral backdrop—and how it can impact your stress levels
How visual clutter affects your brain and your ability to relax
Big and small ways to reduce stress through design
How to create intentional "micro-zones" for calm
The importance of mini systems, and why they’re not just for productivity
Simple sensory shifts that make a big impact on wellbeing
Mentioned in this episode:
Bluey – S3 E40 “Relax” (yes, it's brilliant—even for grown-ups)
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