{"id":5660,"date":"2016-09-06T10:00:19","date_gmt":"2016-09-06T10:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.metroresidences.sg\/?p=5660"},"modified":"2018-01-31T14:49:23","modified_gmt":"2018-01-31T06:49:23","slug":"5-ways-to-create-a-relaxing-home-environment-after-a-hard-days-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/everyday-living\/5-ways-to-create-a-relaxing-home-environment-after-a-hard-days-work\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways to create a relaxing home environment after a hard day\u2019s work"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” overlay_strength=”0.3″ shape_divider_position=”bottom”][vc_column column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#fefeff” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”10px” top_margin=”-20%” width=”5\/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none”]
<\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=”5 Ways to create a relaxing home environment after a hard day\u2019s work” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes” css=”.vc_custom_1517379602736{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1517379632705{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]This is a guest contribution post by HipVan<\/em><\/p>\n

Most office workers work long hours and experience stressful situations every day, so rest and rejuvenation are vital for productivity. Not all of us can splurge on long holidays, extravagant shopping sprees or spa sessions, so here are some easy and affordable ways to create a relaxing home environment that will leave you feeling refreshed and ready for another day in the office.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”1. Run a hot bath.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1517379898809{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Make your bath or shower experience a bit more special by adding essential oils or bath salts (particularly Lavender or Rose oil, which have calming properties). A great way to set the mood is by dimming the lights, put on a relaxing playlist and lighting some scented candles.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”2. Good Scents.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]

\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1517379980852{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Invest in some\u00a0candles and diffusers<\/span><\/a>\u00a0to add some pleasant aromas to your home. Fragrances can help to freshen up your home and work wonders to after a hectic day in the office. There are hundreds of different home fragrances on the market, so hit the shops and keep trying until you find one that\u2019s calming and comforting to breathe in.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”3. Coffee Table Reads.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1517380017329{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]If your books or magazines from your \u201cto read\u201d list are piling up on your\u00a0coffee table<\/span><\/a>, there\u2019s no better time to read than now! Make a cup of tea, sit back on your sofa and indulge in a literary treat for an hour or two, the perfect way to get your mind off work.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”4. Bring Outdoor Elements Inside.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1517380064105{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Coming home to natural greenery promotes good mental, physical and emotional well-being, no matter what situation you\u2019ve faced at work. Whether it\u2019s freshly cut flowers in a vase or indoor pot plants, botanical elements add a splash of colour that will also purify the air. Choose some low maintenance plants, breathe in the fresh air and let nature work its magic![\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”5. Squeeze in a quick nap.” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”]
\"\"<\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1517380146329{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}”]Coming home to a cosy bedroom to relax and unwind is one of the keys to good health. Whenever work is relatively light, squeezing in occasional short naps will help you recharge your body and mind. If there\u2019s not enough time to take naps during the day, it\u2019s even more important to instil good sleeping habits, so invest in a well-designed, top quality bed frame,\u00a0mattress<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and bedding. Get at least 8 hours of sleep each night, wake up in a good mood and enjoy a far more productive day at work!<\/p>\n

Having a wind-down time at home is essential and really good for your mental health. If you feel tired or stressed out from work, it\u2019s time to try out some of these revitalizing tips!<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” width=”1\/6″ tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_widget_sidebar enable_sticky=”true” sidebar_id=”blog-sidebar”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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