{"id":4176,"date":"2021-03-11T10:00:57","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T18:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/?p=4176"},"modified":"2023-04-30T01:45:04","modified_gmt":"2023-04-30T08:45:04","slug":"light-your-way-to-a-happier-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerhillhomes.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/11\/light-your-way-to-a-happier-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Light Your Way to a Happier Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Did you know the lighting in your home can affect your\nemotional wellbeing? There aren\u2019t many factors that can affect your mood,\nhealth, and comfort in your home. There\u2019s a reason why \u2018mood lighting\u2019 was\ncreated! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A well-lit home is a happy home! Instead of focusing on\nfinding the perfect sofa or other furniture piece for your home, consider\ntaking time to find the right lighting options to improve your overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rely on natural light<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s nothing better than natural light! Humans need\nnatural light to thrive. It\u2019s vital to keeping our bodies and mind healthy. Sunlight\ncan increase the amount of serotonin, a mood-lifting chemical, our brain\nproduces, which makes us feel happier. Natural light also helps our bodies\nadjust to our natural circadian rhythms so we can stay alert during the day and\nsleep at night. Effectively harness the natural light from your home by keeping\nyour windows clean and using window treatments that lets the right amount of\nlight in. Lighter-weight fabrics, like cotton or linen, are great options for\nfiltering the light without making the room appear too cold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incorporate dimmer functions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While bright light can help you focus, incorporating\ndimmable lights is a smart way to cue your body for relaxation. Want to sleep\nbetter at night? Install dimmer switches in your living room and bedroom.\nDimmer switches allow you to soften the harsh and bright lights that can\ninterrupt your sleep. The pineal gland in your brain secretes melatonin when\nit\u2019s dark to encourage sleep and regulate your body\u2019s sleep-wake cycle.\nLowering the lights can create a more calming mood and prime your brain and\nbody to wind down and relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complement with task lighting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Task lighting focuses light to improve the contrast between\nthe surrounding environment and the object you\u2019re looking at. Task lighting\nhelps you see what you\u2019re doing while preventing eye strain and headaches. Add\na small lamp, preferably one that swivels or has an arm, in areas where you\nneed a little extra light. Some good spots to place task lighting include\ndesktops, reading areas, vanity, work spaces, bedside tables, and even food\npreparation surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Layer with full-spectrum lights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Artificial light isn\u2019t totally bad. Instead of using\nfluorescent lights or long exposures to LED lights, opt for full-spectrum\nlighting. Full-spectrum light closely resembles sunlight, making it a great\nalternative to natural light. Some benefits of using full-spectrum lights are\nsimilar to natural light: improved color perception, visual clarity, mood,\nproductivity, and mental awareness. Layering full-spectrum lighting with\nnatural and task lighting creates a healthy environment in your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reduce blue light<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever had trouble falling asleep at night after\nturning off your phone? It\u2019s not you; its your phone! The blue light that\nshines from digital screens like laptops, tablets, phones, and television\nscreens can interfere with your sleep. This blue light normally makes people\nfeel more energetic. This is fine during the day but can be an issue at night.\nThe best way to reduce blue light\u2019s effects is to either keep these screens out\nof your bedroom or at least stop using them at least a half hour before\nbedtime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The power of light is underappreciated. With the right\nlighting, you can boost your productivity and even improve your sleep. Taking\nthe time to create a lighting plan that works in your home is well worth the\neffort!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know the lighting in your home can affect your emotional wellbeing? There aren\u2019t many factors that can affect your mood, health, and comfort in your home. There\u2019s a reason why \u2018mood lighting\u2019 was created! A well-lit home is a happy home! 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