OCTOBER 2018

Destiny Copeland: Love the Space You Live

Everyone should love where they live. Your home is a break away from the stress and chaos of

the outside world. You should be able to relax and have a good time. If that's not the case for

you, here are a few ways to love the space you live.

1. Get To Know Your Roommates

Right now, I share an apartment with four other people. Two of which are

international students so there's a slight language barrier. In the past, I never got along

with my roommates and I think it was because I stopped getting to know them. I'm a

person who likes to come home to silence and solace. But getting to laugh and catch

up with my roommates makes me a little more excited to be there.

2. Keep The Space Clean

Imagine coming home after a long day to dirty dishes, a messy room, and

overflowing trash can. Just thinking about it stresses me out. Taking 20min a day to

clean up and do chores will make your life a lot easier and your home more

enjoyable.

3. Find a Signature Scent

I absolutely love when things smell good. All my lotions, hair care products, and

cleaning supplies have smells I like and it makes me excited to use them. You can do

this with your home too. Figure out your favorite scent and buy it a candle or plug-in

air freshener so your place can feel like home. Also, try essential oils. I like mixing

lavender and lemon oil, it makes me really calm and relaxed.

4. Décor. Décor. Décor!

Just like I love smells, I love having pretty things to look at. And with decorating you

can always find inexpensive items that liven up a room. For example, I love flowers

and I try to have fresh flowers on my table as often as possible. And for an

inexpensive alternative, you could find fake flowers almost anywhere. Some other

options would be lamps, mirrors, string lights, or art pieces. TJMaxx and Marshalls

always has nice décor for those on a budget.

5. Invite Over Friends

This is more about creating good associations and memories in your home. If you are

having friends over will make your home, feel more welcoming and will become

associated with laughter and warmth. Friends don't have to come over very often

either. I strongly value my alone time, but my friends are always welcome for special occasions.