It’s Not How Big the House Is

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It’s not how big the house is; it’s how happy the home is that matters most.

Contrary to popular assumption, big is not always better. A big house is harder to maintain, not to mention expensive – which equals stress. Big houses may be visually impressive but what counts the most is the quality of life a home helps us achieve. Love is more important than designer decor. Harmony within the family is more important than luxurious furnishings.

A harmonious family is the true foundation of a happy home. German writer and statesman Johann Wolfgang von Goethe remarked, “He is happiest, be he king or peasant, who finds peace in his home.”

This note by Goethe highlights the idea that true happiness comes not from the material possessions we have, but from the sense of peace and harmony we feel within our home. A big house may be impressive, but it is the feeling of love, warmth and security that truly makes a home.

A family that is united and supportive is able to overcome any obstacle and provide the emotional support necessary to face the challenges of everyday life. A home that is filled with love, laughter and understanding is a sanctuary that can provide a sense of peace and security.

Additionally, the physical arrangement of our home affects us more than we think that’s why it’s crucial to make a sanctuary out of it and not a space of clutter and stress.

A home that is filled with stress and clutter can have a negative impact on our well-being. Clutter can cause feelings of anxiety and overwhelm, while stress can lead to feelings of tension and fatigue. A cluttered and stressful home can also affect our ability to focus and can lead to feelings of depression.

Therefore, it’s crucial to create a sanctuary out of our home. A sanctuary is a space that is designed to provide a sense of peace and tranquility. It’s a place where we can relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with ourselves. This can be achieved by decluttering and organizing the space, incorporating plants and natural elements, and creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

In addition, incorporating elements of nature and natural light can have a positive impact on our well-being. Natural light can help to improve our mood and boost our energy levels, while plants can help to improve air quality and reduce stress levels.

A home that is designed to provide a sense of peace and tranquility, decluttered, organized and filled with natural light can have a positive impact on our well-being.

According to the psychology of a happier home, color, arrangement, and the presence of plants contribute to the wellness of the dwellers. But most importantly, a home should be a place of refuge, a place where everyone is treated with love and respect. To quote Buddha, “A family is a place where minds come in contact with one another. If these minds love one another the home will be as beautiful as a flower garden.”

Having quality family time is necessary to strengthen the familial bond and interpersonal skills-contributing factors to raising happy and well-adjusted children. The Child Development Institute maintains that the home is where a child feels important and loved. This simple yet crucial aspect significantly reduces the incidence of emotional and behavioural problems in children.