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“The poor long for riches, the rich long for heaven, but the wise long for a state of tranquility.” Creating and maintaining a feeling of calm and composure in our homes where we’re now entrenched 24/7 will go far in helping us get through these turbulent times.
To get us started, the experts at Sleepletics®, the online retailer of Celliant® Performance Sheets and Comforters – bed linens that guarantee a healthy and restful night’s sleep – put their heads together and assembled a group of easy, free and inexpensive ideas to incorporate into your home, large or small, city or country. And, they remind us, any of them would add to a thoughtful and joyful Mother’s Day celebration.
A Serene Decor
Your home should be the most welcoming, comfortable place to be, a shelter from the outside world. While you might think it’s as serene as you can make it, take a look around. There might be a few spots that could be enhanced. Consider the following:
- Is there an accent wall or ceiling that could be painted a subtle shade of softest blue or green? Not only do these two colors go well with many decors, but they also have a calming effect on inhabitants.
- Does the sofa or armchairs look a bit stiff? Toss on a mohair or baby alpaca shawl to wrap up in while reading or enjoying after-dinner coffee. While you’re at it, get one in Mom’s favorite color for her bedroom or favorite nook to cuddle up in.
- Could your home use more gentle-to-the-touch textiles? Try a manmade fiber, high-pile area rug in the living room, or shaggy woven wool flokati beside the bed; which can also be a great gift for Mom. Purchase or re-cover decorative pillows in mohair, brushed bouclé, or bubble knit.
- Wherever possible, open the windows and let in the fresh air and sunshine. This not only feels good, but it is also healthy for you.
Unplug from Time to Time
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you,” is a modern truism. Yet we usually ignore the benefits of turning electronics off. It’s widely reported that powering-down can help remove unhealthy feelings of loneliness, jealousy and envy and that very common plight, “FOMO” (fear of missing out)
Spa-ify the Bath
One favorite place to unwind is the bathroom. But that’s not easy when it’s littered with rubber ducks and shampoo bottles, offers tired-looking, mismatched towels and your robe is never where it should be. Turn it into a soothing spa with a few, simple fixes.
- Whatever the style, simplify, a calming first step. Declutter surfaces, especially the tub and sink rims, and put duplicates, makeup, beauty tools, and such in a cabinet. Store the kids’ toys in a bucket under the sink. Stow cleaning equipment away, out of sight, yet handy.
- Check the towels. They’re at their fluffiest, most absorbent best when made of 100% cotton, and look prettiest when synchronized with the room’s color palette.
- If you don’t have a rain shower head, get one. They can be had for as little as $30.00 and provide a feeling of luxury as nothing else can.
- For personal spa time, treat yourself to a cozy terry robe. Mom would probably enjoy one too, especially one with her initials. Add some pillar candles and a small vase of flowers or a lush green plant to really create an enchanting place to relax.
Sleep Well
It’s easy to get all churned up watching the news and listening to friends’ opinions. You can temper this by ensuring your bedroom is tailored for sleeping, dark, quiet, with all electronic devices off and bedding that is not only comfortable, but good for you.
Consider Celliant Performance Sheets and Comforters. Determined by the FDA to be general-wellness products, They are made with a blend of premium, long-staple cotton and super-charged with patented Celliant mineral-infused polyester yarns, a new infrared textile technology that reflects the body’s heat back to the sleeper as therapeutic infrared light in a natural and safe way. This increases blood flow to muscles and improves local circulation, aiding in better sleep and faster recovery from physical activity.
Silky smooth and wrinkle-resistant, everything about them nurtures your sleep, tranquil shades of Chalk, Blue, Tan and Light Grey, available in California King, King, Queen, Full and Twin, and made with two different pocket sizes, 12″ or 15″, to ensure the best mattress fit. The matching diamond-quilted comforters are medium weight and ideal for any season. Best of all, they’re packed with Celliant-infused minerals in both the outer fabric and the fill. They make a practical and thoughtful Mother’s Day gift.
Take Care
Now that your environment is as soothing as it can be, carve out some “Me Time” every day. Lay on your bed or sit in a comfy chair. Close your eyes. Tune out the world. Remind yourself that we will enjoy more normal times again. In the meantime, delight in your home and stay safe.
**For more information and to purchase Celliant Performance Sheets and Comforters, visit: www.sleepletics.com. Sheets start at $114.99 and comforters at $199.99, but there are special promotions now.
More about Celliant: Celliant is the industry’s most established and clinically tested infrared textile technology. Over the past 15 years, Celliant has been evaluated in nine clinical trials conducted by the University of California, Irvine, the University of Calgary and other prominent institutions.
In June 2017, the FDA determined that Celliant products are medical devices as defined in section 201(h) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and are general wellness products.
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