Rethink Your Workspace

So I’ve been talking about being more aware.  One thing that I am aware of is how I am very much affected by my surroundings.  I am a visual person so this doesn’t surprise me.  My environment plays a significant role in my energy and efficiency.  Plus my desk is an expression of me so it’s also very important for me to personalize my space.  Remember the old saying…a cluttered desk is a cluttered mind?  For me this is very true, which is why I can’t have clutter.  We now have abundant research that tells us that a workspace can improve productivity and overall well-being.  Some people can work in any space as is and they feel just fine.  Good for them!  But if you aren’t one of those people there’s nothing wrong with putting together a workspace that you feel good about.  I was feeling a little blah about my work and desk space lately, so I decided to give it a mini make-over. 

I already had things like a water fountain that sounds very soothing and lamp that give off a nice warm glow.  But I knew I could take it to the next level.  I wanted to smile every time I opened my drawers (especially one of the critical drawers…the snack drawer!).  I ordered a new lamp shade and lined my drawers with happy paper and inspiring quotes.  And yes I even have one that says “hello gorgeous!”.  It also gave me the opportunity to do a spring cleaning and major purging.  That felt great!  You can also get very creative with things and sometimes you don’t even have to spend a dime.  I took a look around my house to see if there were some things there that I could bring in and sure enough there were.  However, I did treat myself to things like a nice pair of fancy scissors, gold ruler, retro tape dispenser etc.  I use a glass vase to hold my new matching pencils.  I found these great drawer organizers that have gold mirrors as the base.  I also made sure I had a cute way to display my daughter’s art work.  I personally think something green and living is a must in an office space.  I love plants, but if you are not good with them consider an air plant.  They are super easy and you can display them in very cool ways.  I will tell you that this mini makeover did the trick.  Not only is this sort of creative project fun for me, but I feel so much better about my space.  I feel more put together, renewed and inspired!  That’s exactly what I needed.