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LIFESTYLE
By Khyati Gautam
9 January, 2019
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So, you have made up your mind to set up a home yoga studio. The essential thing would be to choose a space. It could be your living room, your backyard, basement, or a makeshift room. Clean up the area by removing any unnecessary furniture or any other item. Convert it into a blank slate to craft it your way!
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An altar is a central place for you to reconnect and process your spiritual healing in the right way. It could be anywhere - bookshelf, at the corner of your room, nightstand, etc. Adorning it with natural vegetation, fragrance or beautiful wall paintings would be a fantastic idea for you to get inspiration and motivation.
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Adding small plants and flowers to your yoga sanctuary would provide a clean breathing space. Plants are therapeutic and bringing them indoors can aid you in having a calm environment, especially when you have a dearth of greenery in the urban setting.
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It is super amazing to go around decorating your yoga space with some cool handcrafted stuff. It would save you from burning a hole in your pockets. The handmade items could range from shelves, wall hangings, mat, etc. Additionally, a makeshift yoga space can work wonders with the yoga-inspired home decor.
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Light is scientifically proven to influence one's mood and hence, must be carefully chosen. To have those Zen vibes impregnating your niche, choose warm incandescent bulbs. Brass accents hanging from the ceiling can give a luxurious touch and make up for a beautiful backdrop.
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Without proper furniture, yoga session might not turn fruitful for you. Go ahead decorating your space with yoga room pieces of furniture like zen cushions, foam blocks, pretty and smooth yoga mats or the comfy meditation chairs. Light coloured curtains along with smooth wooden flooring can extend an amazing effect to the whole yoga setting. A meditation room divider can also enhance the beauty of your space.
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Implement a classic and solid mix of soft textures like velvet to add to the charm of your yoga room. Convert a drab room into a visually appealing and soothing yoga sanctuary. Experiment with different fabrics and exploit a vast range of shades. This way, cosying up in your personal space will be healing and relaxing.
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The colours are effective in building up the right frame of mind effusing positivity. Coat the walls of your room with some subtle and sober colours to pep up your consciousness and calm down!
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Try diffusing mild and soothing fragrance into your yoga space. Placing mollifying incense or candles can have an instantaneous palliative effect on your senses. You can also integrate your niche with essential oils which are said to enhance emotional and mental wellness.
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Setting the right music in your yoga space is crucial for an effective yoga practice. A gentle tune is said to calm down your senses. It is easier to connect and concentrate with soft music donning your yoga sanctuary.
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Unwind and open those windows to allow fresh air in your yoga space. Have that natural sunlight and fresh breeze fall hug you. Sink in the depth of your mind and heal!
Now that you are equipped with certain ideas to set the right tone for your home yoga studio, go ahead experimenting and experiencing. Buy the essential things from IKEA for your home gym. IKEA has launched its new store in Hyderabad, India. Incorporate your creativity into your home yoga space and take a deep breath. Unfurl your soul and embrace the positive!
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