The Mindset Shift That Changed How I See My House
This subtle change in how I think about my home changed everything.
I think the biggest mistake a lot of people make when they’re trying to make progress in their home is they think about where they want their home to be. They gather inspiration, look at gorgeous finished homes, and scroll Instagram dreaming of all the “perfect” homes out there.
We have so many ideas for our home, but we’re not actually doing anything.
And sure, inspiration is a very important part of creating a home you love. You need to know where you’re heading in order to actually make progress!
But, a while back I discovered that a really simple mindset shift makes all the difference for me when it comes to not only making progress in my home, but also learning to love it in the messy middle.
Start Where You Are
Instead of looking ahead to the dream home that feels almost unattainable, take a step back and look at the home you have right now.
It might sound counterintuitive, but I’d argue that learning how to make progress in your home starts with learning how to love your home exactly how it is.
Take note of that patch of sunlight that hits the kitchen every morning and warms your toes.
Appreciate the feeling of sinking into your bed after a long day.
Pause to soak up the laughter that fills the halls when your kids are playing.
When you note all of the things you love about your home, you can slowly amplify those things and quiet all the stuff you don’t love as much. One small step at a time.
I think we’re so inundated with before-and-after shows, big renovations, and sweeping makeovers that it’s hard to remember that the little things matter too. And sometimes, they matter even more!
What Does This Actually Look Like?
This sounds lovely in theory, I know, but you might be wondering how to actually put it into practice. Let me give you some examples.
Spend some time in one room of your house and make a list of all the things you love in it. Then, next to each item write down a few ways you can translate that feeling/vibe/favorite thing into another space in your home.
For one week, try to jot down 2-3 things you love about your home every single day.
The next time you’re itching to redecorate your entire living room, try doing some shopping for one item. Be thoughtful and intentional. Pick out one new serving dish, or a vase, or even just some fresh flowers. Take your time with it and find something you love. Notice what a difference that one small item makes in your home.
Spend half an hour re-styling a shelf or a table using things you already have in your home.
Rearrange a room, or bring a small piece of furniture or a lamp to a new spot.
The more time you spend tweaking and zhuzhing and loving your home, the more you’ll find that you actually already love your home.
And it’s a bit of a chain effect - when you love your home, you’ll naturally want to pour some effort into it. And when you start making small changes, one at a time, you’ll soon realize that real progress is being made.
Try it this week and let me know how it goes! ❤️
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