- Open the windows. Let the bad vibes out and let some fresh, cleansing air in.
- Play some music. Make it happy with a beat you can dance to, soothing or vibrant. Your call.
- Put a funny movie on. You don't even have to watch it, but the laughs coming out of your TV as you go about your business will keep you cheerful company.
- Bake something that smells delicious. Cinnamon rolls, apple pie; you don't even have to make it from scratch. Cookie dough from the supermarket will have the same effect. It's the warming, welcoming aroma you are after, not the taste. (Although that will be great too).
- Print some of those happy memories out of your phone or hard disk, and put them in a pretty frame to remind you of the good times in your life. No frames? Maybe a heart shaped collage on the wall or fridge.
- Install a pot plant or a bunch of flowers in your living room, it's nurturing greenness will not only please your eyes but also clean the air.
- Have a quick clean - nothing major, just 5 minutes of dusting will make for a happier home.
- Light a scented candle.
- Declutter for 10 minutes. Walk around with a laundry basket and fill it with stuff that is harshing your good vibes - it might not be your job to put the stuff away, but clearing those socks out from under the coffee table will improve your view.
- Update the couch with some bright cushions and a throw to lift your spirits.
- Print out or make some colourful or inspirational artwork and put it where you can see it every day.
- Change your sheets! Not my favourite job but everyone loves clean sheet day, yes?
- Give the windows and mirrors a quick going over with a damp microfibre. Removing grime and smudges will improve your outlook considerably. (literally and figuratively)
- Plan something fun, like a short holiday or even a day out. Having an adventure to look forward to is fantastic for the soul.
- Have some friends over for an impromptu get together and fill your home with love and laughter. Let these good memories soak into the walls and into you.
xx