{"id":68459,"date":"2020-04-02T16:02:23","date_gmt":"2020-04-02T23:02:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=68459"},"modified":"2020-12-22T10:24:10","modified_gmt":"2020-12-22T18:24:10","slug":"ways-to-create-a-self-care-sanctuary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/ways-to-create-a-self-care-sanctuary\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to Create a Self-Care Sanctuary in Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

With each week that goes by, things are drastically changing as we try to flatten the curve of the coronavirus. Most people are working from home, businesses are creating new ways to provide for their customers, and most states are issuing stay-at-home orders. So whether you\u2019re <\/span>living in Dallas<\/span><\/a> or you\u2019re <\/span>living in Miami<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll likely be spending most of your time at home for the next few weeks, if not longer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As you\u2019re hunkered down in your home, practicing self-care is a great way to manage stress and avoid cabin fever during these uncertain times. Whatever your go-to form of self-care is, you can create a self-care sanctuary within your home that helps you reduce anxiety, foster creativity, or build connections. Whether that\u2019s creating a nook for at-home workouts or setting aside time to learn some new cooking skills in your kitchen, having an escape at home can help you adjust to a new normal. Check out these tips to help you create and make the most out of your self-care sanctuary.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Create a dedicated workout space<\/span><\/h2>\n

Stay motivated and keep your exercise routine going<\/span><\/h4>\n

Exercising is a great way to relieve stress and a common form of self-care for many. Having a dedicated self-care sanctuary in your home for physical activity can make it easier and more motivating to get your body moving. Luckily, you can still order most, if not all, of the equipment you\u2019ll need to make your home gym your own self-care sanctuary.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips to keep in mind when working out at home:\u00a0\u00a0<\/b>
\nIt\u2019s important to maintain your fitness and stay healthy during this time, <\/span>which is why you need to create structure and balance. <\/span>Gym time is still gym time – adapt to the change in your environment, but not your routine. – Ashley Mutch,<\/span> Mutch Fitness\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Even though we aren\u2019t getting up and going to work, I still set my alarm for 5 a.m. and exercise before the day starts. – Jennifer Stawarz,<\/span> A Healthy Hot Mess<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Light to moderate exercise at least three times a week helps boost your immune system. Try a great home workout called \u201cTabata This\u201d — pick 3 body movements (such as sit-ups, push-ups, and air squats) and do 20 seconds of work with 10 seconds of rest, 8 times per movement. Kathy Loewenberg, <\/span>Crossfit Science Park<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t have an extra room? Repurpose under-utilized space in your home\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Try re-purposing a spare room into <\/span>a home gym <\/span><\/a>or converting your garage to your dedicated workout space. If you live in a smaller home, you may have to get creative and turn one of your larger areas into a multi-purpose room.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nOne of the most important steps in keeping active at home is to set up your workout space. If you can\u2019t have a dedicated space, then find a flex space that you can quickly set up, is easily accessible, and you enjoy being in (think speakers, posters, mirrors, or plants). – Akshay Ahooja,<\/span> Trainiac\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Once you have your space, optimize it for an effective workout<\/span><\/h4>\n

There\u2019s now plenty of workout classes that can be done from the comfort of your own home with live-streamed classes, app workouts, and virtual training sessions. Set up a TV or a computer screen in a central part of the room so you can easily stream classes or follow along with an app workout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nWorking out has always been my go-to for stress relief so I make sure to get a workout in. When the gyms closed I wasn\u2019t concerned because I can do any of our apps or do our live workout, 365 — recently, I\u2019ve been doing HIIT app workouts in my apartment. – Amanda Murdock, <\/span>Daily Burn<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

It’s so easy to do a workout at home now, and with a good instructor and a few square feet, you can easily get an effective workout. At a minimum, you should understand (1) the target areas and muscles are being used, (2) what you should and shouldn’t feel, and (3) what are the actual benefits of the exercise. – Dean Pohlman, <\/span>Man Flow Yoga<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Yoga is unique in that you can do it whenever and wherever is convenient, and by incorporating on-demand or live stream classes, you can maintain consistency with a practice that generates positivity and is truly within your control. – Elizabeth, <\/span>Bayou Yoga<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Get creative with household items to adapt your workout\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Of course, one downfall to gyms being closed is the lack of equipment most people have in their homes. But this shouldn\u2019t have to stop you from having an effective workout at home — look around and see what household items you can use as a substitute for weights.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nUse everyday items around your home to help keep your muscles active. For example, a client wanted more of a challenge doing her workout at home so she incorporated a cast-iron skillet during air squats and water-filled milk jugs for bicep curls. – Jacob, <\/span>FitSW<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Yoga is one of the best ways to reduce stress and anxiety because it specifically works on the autonomic nervous system to bring us back from the state of fight\/flight\/freeze. Because we know most people don’t have a hammock in their house, we\u2019ve started a series of videos in which we use a regular bed, instead of an aerial hammock, to drape over. – <\/span>Michelle Dortignac, Founder, <\/span>Unnata Aerial Yoga<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Use your kitchen as a therapeutic escape\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Getting crafty in the kitchen can be a fun and calming form of self-care\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Cooking and baking are fun ways to help relieve stress. What better time than now to try out all of those recipes you\u2019ve been saving on Pinterest, or to finally break out the mixer sitting in the back of your pantry?<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nSo many people are taking the time to bake right now, which is a go-to stress reliever for me and many others.<\/span> I encourage you to steer clear of unrefined sugars and flours as they turn into sugar in the body. Instead, try substituting white sugar with coconut palm sugar, and white flours with spelt and whole wheat pastry flours. – <\/span>Marisa Wolfson, <\/span>Get Vegucated<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Keep it clutter-free and decorate with things that make you happy<\/span><\/h4>\n

To create a calming, self-care sanctuary within your kitchen, it\u2019s important to keep it clean and free of clutter. Incorporate house plants, scented candles, and other decor that you love to create a peaceful atmosphere that keeps you inspired.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Take advantage of this time to create wholesome meals<\/span><\/h4>\n

It\u2019s easy to throw out your good eating habits, but try to use this as an opportunity to fine-tune your cooking skills. Instead of opting for quick and easy meals, you can now dedicate time to cooking wholesome meals.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nSince accessing fresh veggies can be hard right now, we’ve been freezing giant bags of greens like kale and spinach, and using them to make green smoothies in the morning. Add your favorite protein powder and you won’t even know you’re eating veggies! – Lindsey Hyland, <\/span>The Little Pine<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Food sources of vitamin C are more effective at strengthening your immunity and overall health than supplements. Fruits and vegetables, like strawberries, also offer much more than just vitamin C; all of their micro-nutrients work together to help prevent and fight disease. – Sheri Goodman Graham,<\/span> Plant-Based RD and Lifestyle Coach<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Social distancing offers a very unique opportunity to move into a “metabolic winter” mode. Using this time to rest more, eat less, and opt for simple staple whole plant foods (such as legumes, starchy vegetables, and whole grains) is a great way to optimize and refresh your health. – <\/span>Julieanna Hever, MS RD CPT, <\/span>Plant-Based Dietician<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re new to cooking, this is a great time to immerse yourself\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

As you\u2019re spending more time cooking rather than eating out, this is the perfect time to start experimenting in the kitchen. Cooking nutritious meals can actually be quite simple.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nNever has it been more important to support your immune system with a plant-based diet full of leafy greens and vegetables, so eat your vegetables! Keep meals simple if you aren\u2019t used to cooking for yourself by starting with the foundation of beans, greens, and grains. – Diana Morgan, <\/span>Plenty Vegan<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Be sure to have color at every meal — fresh, frozen, and canned are all perfect forms to add in color. At your next meal try to have at least 2 -3 colors on your plate (you can even turn this into a fun game for the whole family). – Adrien Paczosa,<\/span> iLiveWell Nutrition<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Cooking can be a fun way to spend time with your family\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

If you\u2019ve been looking for ways to entertain the whole family, use this time to dive into cooking together.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nFind fun cooking videos for kids online, dust off cookbooks in your house that have been pushed aside when you are too busy to cook meals and turn on some upbeat cooking music. Even better, try to eat mindfully at your kitchen table away from all the screens. – Andrea Holwegner, Registered Dietitian & CEO<\/span>, <\/span>Health Stand Nutrition Consulting<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Create a space for relaxation and reflection<\/span><\/h2>\n

Use this opportunity to slow down, rest, and focus on yourself<\/span><\/h4>\n

In the midst of the coronavirus, take this time to focus on yourself and your well-being. Spend time doing more of the things you love and find a balance between work and rest.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nPractice putting less pressure on yourself during this time. It\u2019s okay to relax and slow down; this is, after all, an opportunity to let go. – Josh Seiler, <\/span>Final Move Fitness<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

While we keep our distance from others physically, now is the perfect time for self-care, introspection, reflection, meditation, and doing the projects we’ve been too busy to get to. <\/span>–<\/span> Lydia\u2019s Kind Foods<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Find an area that\u2019s quiet and cozy in your home<\/span><\/h4>\n

Try finding an area in your home that\u2019s secluded so you can find peace and quiet. This is, after all, your space for \u201cyou time.\u201d One simple way to make your self-care sanctuary feel relaxing is by adding plenty of pillows, blankets, and scented candles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adapt the space to support your favorite form of relaxation and self-care<\/span><\/h4>\n

Whether your idea of self-care is getting cozy and watching a show, meditating, reading a book, or something else — design your self-care sanctuary to best suit your needs. If you plan to create a reading nook, opt for a space that\u2019s well-lit. If you\u2019re going to use your space for meditation, try finding a clutter-free area and keep your essential oils nearby.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nAs I work from home, I do mini-meditations throughout the day: breathe deeply, think of people I love, things that inspire me, or something I\u2019m grateful for. This elevates my spirits and keeps fear at bay. – Jean Denney, <\/span>Mother Earth Living<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Find a self-care sanctuary within your backyard\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Make use out of your patio\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

This is a great time to spruce up your outdoor space into a relaxing oasis. Just a few simple changes can make all the difference, such as adding a few pieces of furniture, stringing outdoor lights, or creating a <\/span>backyard fire pit<\/span><\/a>. You can even repurpose this space as an outdoor workout area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Plant a garden\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

Gardening can be very therapeutic and calming, and it\u2019s a great way to get outdoors. Better yet, you don\u2019t need a large space to<\/span> start a garden<\/span><\/a>, and can even do so without leaving your house. There\u2019s plenty of ways to order everything you need online, or you can call your local garden and plant shop to see how you can support their business during this time. Some garden shops have even incorporated the \u2018take out\u2019 method restaurants are currently doing.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nYou could use this time to get outdoors and plant a garden with your family — try to include greens like lettuce, kale, parsley, and chard. There\u2019s plenty of videos on YouTube that can guide you step-by-step. – <\/span>Jesse Schwartz, <\/span>Living Tree Community Foods<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

5. Create a digital ecosystem in your home to stay connected\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Even though we\u2019re hunkered down in our homes, continue to connect with others and spend quality time with those you\u2019re sheltering with. Remember, social distancing doesn\u2019t have to mean social isolation. And thanks to technology, there\u2019s plenty of ways to feel connected even as you\u2019re keeping your distance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Pro tips and tricks:\u00a0<\/b>
\nWe may all be physically distant from each other, but we’ve been handed a rare opportunity to connect with friends and family in new and creative ways. Reach out through technology, listen, ask questions, play games via Facetime, have happy hour with friends, or take an online fitness class to meet new faces. – <\/span>Lindsay Bergeron, <\/span>AMP Fitness<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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