If ever we needed a sense of sanctuary from our home, it’s now. In the blink of an eye our humble abode has either become our entire world or, if you’re still working outside of it, the port we return to at the end of a stormy day. Our home environment will play a huge role in how we experience these coming weeks and months but, I believe, the most important thing to strive for is balance. Week 1 of this lockdown lark saw me enthusiastically switching up my decor for spring. I was ON IT! Packing away winter cushions and throws, changing out my accessories for a lighter, brighter look, home was a hive of activity! Week 2 and I moved outside. A woman wielding secateurs, on a mission to whip that garden into shape. Week 3 and I’d completely run out of steam. My motivation was zapped but I felt restless and uneasy - a very peculiar state I now realise is not uncommon for many of us as we try to navigate this bizarre situation. I desperately 18 | www.konect.scot
looked for hope, for inspiration, even checking in with Marie Kondo on Netflix for a fix of her magic touch. That descended into a binge watch of all the ‘Harry Potter’ films where I decided that what I really needed was a magic wand. Oh for a magic wand. I could lazily transform the place from the couch while polishing off the last of the Easter chocolate. My husband (a mostly wise soul) keeps reminding me that this is a marathon, not a sprint. I realise now that we need to pace ourselves if we’re to get through all of this with our wellbeing intact. If you have some time on your hands AND the energy for a little home improvement project, you’ve hit the jackpot - go for it! However, if you simply want to put your feet up, breathe and take a moment to be thankful for your own four walls then that’s exactly what you should do. @KonectMagazines
