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How to create a zen space in your home

Music is an important part of anyone's zen space.

Music is an important part of anyone's zen space.

Creating a space to recharge and unwind is essential when trying to maintain peace and balance in an increasingly busy world.

However, not many of us know where to start when it comes to creating the perfect zen space in any property.

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According to well-known holistic guru, Deepak Chopra, we experience healing through all of our senses – sight, smell, sound, taste and touch.

Use these sense to create your relaxing chill out room.

Sight

It’s important to create a visually beautiful space that helps to calm the senses and create an inviting atmosphere.

Start by removing all clutter – unnecessary clutter blocks energy flow creating a stagnant space.

Clearing your environment of unneeded items allows positive energy to synergise your senses.

Next, you want to place a few items in the room which you find visually peaceful.

This may be images of landscapes, flowers or symbols of peace and vitality such as the Ying/Yang.

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Indoor plants will inject life into your space.

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Having these images printed on paper or canvas is as simple as visiting your nearest photo printing store and pushing a few buttons.

It is easy, inexpensive and will turn your little space into an evergreen sanctuary of calm and relaxation.

Use colours such as green, white, brown, purple and orange – all colours with calm properties.

In addition, bamboo reeds or bonzi trees are often used to evoke a serene setting and can help you find inner-peace.

Smell

Smell can evoke emotion.

It is the heart of our senses, enabling us to centre ourselves and manifest a balanced spirit.

With so many scents to choose from you should consider something calming for the room, rather than invigorating.

Scents such as Ylang Ylang are well known for calming and balancing properties and work well in both a small or large indoor space.

Your scent can be dispersed with oil burners, candles, incense and fresh flowers.

Sound

Music, chimes, water fountains or silence are all options that appeal to your innate point of calm.

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Music is an important part of anyone’s zen space.

You can make your own relaxing playlist and use that as a makeshift timer.

Traditionally, songs of around 20 to 30 minute duration are most conducive to a peaceful state as they allow you to relax within the beat of the music for a set time without transition.

In order to not interrupt your visual space with an iPod dock and wires, place the player out of sight, such as behind a plant or imbed speakers into the ceiling or walls to surround yourself with sound.

Taste

Take the time to try a number of different teas that have healing or calming properties.

Your local Apothecary can create a special tea for you that can help you stay calm or aid any aliments you may have.

Chicory root is one ingredient known for its soothing qualities. Its earthy taste also can help people with digestive and inflammatory issues.

Having a small tea set either on the floor or on a small table can warm both the mind and body.

If you are not a tea drinker then why not try a homemade herbal elixir using cucumber, mint and lemon steeped in water for two hours for a refreshing and alkalising drink.

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Tea is great for calming the senses.

Touch

No zen space is complete without incorporating soft textures like pillows and throw rugs made of materials designed to sooth and hold the body.

You may also like to incorporate other textures like stone, moss, metals or water (such as a splash bowl) in the room.

That special touch can aid in relaxation and comfort.

The art of Feng Shui is also important here. Arrange your cushions, beanbags and couches in a way that creates a positive energy and an even flow throughout the room.

Once your space is complete you can use it for meditation, relaxation and stillness.

Just remember this is your space to enjoy, so make sure you use it.

This article was originally published on realestateVIEW.com.au. All images from Shutterstock.

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