I’m finally letting go of summer and embracing the fall, it’s about frickin time. Goodbye end of summer blues, hello October. And as the weather gets colder and we’re spending more time indoors, it’s so important to clear out the clutter in our environment (and our minds). It’s an ever evolving process. Now more than ever we need to simplify our lives and prepare ourselves to be open to whatever these last few months of 2020 has in store for us.

One positive aspect that has come out of this pandemic is that we’ve been forced to re-evaluate our lives and live with less. We’ve learned to appreciate the important things and get rid of the non-essentials. I also believe our home environment can effect our mood and psychological well being. A clutter free home is a clutter free mind. As an interior designer my goal is to create space that brings joy, calm and a sense of peace. A home that nourishes the soul can make you feel happy and safe. So the question is, can your environment change the way you feel inside? I think so.

I gathered some mood boosting links from around the internet that might help with simplifying our lives and easing anxiety. Hope you enjoy!

• How less stuff leads to bigger life by Joshua Becker

• 7 best mood boosting home activities

• A beautiful illustrated journal that will help you ease everyday anxieties

• Missing your worldly adventures? check out Accidentally Wes Anderson new coffee table book

• 50 quotes on simplicity that will inspire you

• My Octopus Teacher