Going through a breakup? The worst. Going through a divorce? Life-altering. Changing your environment and surroundings is one of the best ways to heal your heart and soul – as celebrity designer Orlando Soria would say, it’s time to ‘Unspouse your House’. The whole process of reshuffling and revamping your home and giving it a new look can be really relaxing, giving you a liberating outlet for your emotions, and helping you get your thoughts in order.
No matter how hard the post-divorce period might be, it’s a chance for you to get in touch with yourself and discover who you truly are, and your home should be a reflection of who you are. To help you move on with your life, we have listed down the best ways to reclaim your home.
#1 Declutter And Toss Anything That Is Triggering
Decluttering your home after a divorce will be therapeutic because you’ll be able to clear out your space and get rid of all the items that might remind you of your ex-partner. Ask yourself—is the attachment you have with a certain item worth the pain it brings with it? If you’re not ready to just throw away everything, stow it away and look at it again when you are ready to reassess.
#2 Update Your Bedroom
Your bedroom should feel brand new, and personal to you. Treat yourself to a beautiful new bed or bedding. Rearrange your cupboard, add picture frames, add in curtains and wall art of your choice—this will give you the feeling of a clean slate.
#3 Make a Design Decision That You Always Loved and Your Ex Would’ve Hated
Remember that paint colour that your partner thought was too loud or the curtain design that was too ‘floral’ for their liking, well now is the time to really go for it. This is the perfect opportunity to play around with your design aesthetic.
#4 Rearrange Your Stuff
It isn’t always about new home decor or furnishings, but a feeling of belongingness in a space that suddenly looks alien to you. Move the sofa towards the window to get better reading light; maybe you don’t want the television in the bedroom; rearrange the bookshelf, your music, your watch list, and everything else according to your perspective and liking.
#5 Bring New Life Into Your Home
We are talking plants! Nature can give you a sense of comfort while also embellishing your home. Decorating with plants will make your home more open and peaceful. If you are a beginner we would suggest you start with low maintenance house plants or succulents.