| When people think of creating a relaxing home or | | | | room. They're a great and hassle free way to get |
| garden environment, they often think of adding a | | | | long lasting scent. |
| water feature or doing some feng shui. But if those | | | | If you want to some music, consider a CD of |
| aren't possible or you're looking for other creative | | | | relaxation music. Whether you want something to |
| ways to make a statement, there are many other | | | | wake up with, meditate to, or got to sleep with, |
| ideas on how to integrate stress relief and relaxation | | | | there's guaranteed to be an album full of soothing |
| into your home. And you'll definitely be expressing | | | | music out there. The music can also provide simple |
| yourself while you do it. | | | | background music during a party or other get |
| Bean bags and hammocks are great, non-traditional | | | | together. With this on in the background, everyone is |
| seating. They offer comfort and affordability, and | | | | sure to benefit. Wind chimes also provide beautiful |
| inject some fun. Sized to fit one or two people, bean | | | | sounds. As they come in many different types of |
| bags can not only add some casual style to a room, | | | | construction, each one will have a unique sound. |
| but they can be purchased with foam or filler that will | | | | To add some character to your garden or other |
| conform to your body the longer you sit in it. This | | | | outdoor space, try some outdoor seating. A |
| provides excellent comfort and enhances your | | | | hammock works great, but a bench is another idea |
| relaxation. Hammocks are especially durable and can | | | | to consider. They can be placed on a patio or out in |
| be used both indoors and out. They're even better | | | | the garden, among your plants. Don't just look at |
| than a bed to sleep in, as they distribute your weight | | | | your garden, become a part of it too! |
| more evenly, reducing pressure points on your body. | | | | A bird bath adds a unique touch to your garden as |
| While you're relaxing in your hammock, why not try | | | | well. And your feathered friends will appreciate having |
| some aromatherapy as well? Aromatherapy is the | | | | it. It's an easy way to introduce a water feature if |
| use of essential plant oils to improve your mental and | | | | you're looking for something other than a water |
| physical well-being. Essential oils are the true essence | | | | fountain or water fall. |
| of the plant, so they're much more concentrated | | | | Other garden decor to consider are decorative |
| than and different from perfume oils. Used properly, | | | | plaques and gazing globes. Plaques can identify a |
| aromatherapy is very beneficial. Different oils can be | | | | space as yours and provide a welcoming touch to |
| used for different purposes, such as stress and | | | | your space. They're easily personalized and also make |
| anxiety relief, decongestion, and even beauty. | | | | great gifts. Gazing globes or balls are an interesting |
| If you're just looking to add some nice scents to | | | | touch. A bit of magic is sure to follow. |
| your home, scented candles and incense are a great | | | | These are just some ideas on decorating your home |
| way to go. They come in a wide variety of scents, | | | | and garden with relaxation in mind. Don't be |
| so you're guaranteed to find something to please | | | | intimidated by all your options. Explore what's out |
| even the most demanding of noses. Consider a reed | | | | there and find something you love that expresses |
| diffuser instead of a candle, too. Reed diffusers work | | | | your style. Remember, it's all about creating a space |
| by drawing concentrated oil up through them. Air | | | | that you're happy and comfortable in. |
| movement distributes the scent throughout the | | | | |