Do you think of yourself as creative? Creativity is more than being a painter, sculptor, writer, or musician. We are the creators of our homes along with our families.
A woman’s home is a reflection of her life
When I first heard this many years ago, I didn’t believe it. I didn’t see any reflection of myself in my home. All I saw were the kid’s toys, laundry piles, and my husband’s things scattered around the house. Then it dawned on me, just as I was invisible in my home, I had become invisible in my own life. I had put everyone’s needs above my own. That was a wake up call for me.
Today, you can see my imprint all around my home. Right now on my coffee table, amid the baseball gloves and harmonicas, you can find my latest read, magazines I love, a great scented candle, and some work papers. You can look at the household décor, the walls and shelves of my home and find things that bring me joy—pictures and keepsakes that remind me of great vacations and all the people that I love. I’m even in a few of those pictures myself!
How to create an authentic home that supports everyone to be the best they can be
The first step is to evaluate where you are and then cast your vision. Your assignment for this week is to answer the following questions:
Describe the home that you have currently co-created with your family? Think in terms of the following areas:
- Physical Aspects (décor, organization)
- Emotional Aspects (what emotions do you feel in your home–happy, sad, relaxed, stressed)
- Relational Aspects (how do people treat each other in your home)
- Other Aspects
What is your ideal vision for you home? Think in terms of the following areas:
- Physical Aspects (décor, organization)
- Emotional Aspects (how would you like your home “feel” to you)
- Relational Aspects (how do would you like people treat each other in your home)
- Other Aspects
Next time, I’ll share some easy practical steps to begin creating an atmosphere of support in your home.
Happy Creating!
