Module five, go to your happy workspace. No matter what steps we take towards happiness if our workspace is uninspiring or depressing, it can bring us down. There are many simple steps you can take to create a workspace that promotes happiness. Well, you must keep in mind your workplaces rules about workspaces, as well as take into account any colleagues with whom you share space. You can personalize your space and make it part of your happiness plan. Create a workspace that makes you happy.
Does your workspace your office cubicle or desk make you happy? Why or why not? What steps Could you take to improve it? Once you know what rules are in place about decorating or changing workspaces, think about what changes you could make to create a happy space for yourself. every person's needs are different, so don't be afraid to think about what makes you happy. revisit your smile list for module three for inspiration.
Clear the clutter. One of the easiest things you can do to create a happy workspaces clear the clutter. clutter is any unnecessary or distracting items in your space. A clutter free space doesn't have to be bare. Things just have to have a place and unnecessary or unloved and unused items should be removed. An item is cluttered if it distracts you or you have to constantly move it to get to things you do need.
Every person has a different level of preference for clear spaces. Some work best with a totally clear desk while others find the empty space depressing. Spend time looking around your office or workspace for clutter, then remove it or make a plan to remove it if the items are big, cheap, inspirational items and items that make you smile, as well as those things you use every day. You can organize clutter, get rid of it, then find ways to organize what you have left. Bring in personal touches. When you've removed the clutter from your workspace, bring in some personal touches.
Bring in only things that make you smile or otherwise evoke pleasant feelings. This might include pictures of your family, a favorite coffee mug awards that you've ever seen. Received or a piece of art that you enjoy. If your workplace allows, you might even be able to wallpaper with cloth and liquid starch to bring in some color. But ask first, even if you can't make large scale changes to your workspace, taking time to personalize it will make it a happier place to be. You can also bring in personal touches that are functional.
The type of pen that you prefer or notepads in a soft pastel shade works just as well as less personal options. Given the amount of time you spend in your workspace, taking the time to make it reflect you and your personality is an investment in your overall happiness. A personalized workspace also helps your colleagues connect with you. Add some green. Studies show that green is the color that promotes happiness. One of the easiest things you can do to promote happiness in your workspace is to bring in some green, green plants literally bring life to a space in Fung Shui their thoughts to bring positive energy into a room where they're placed.
If your workplace allows in your workspace has enough light bring in a potted plant or two bathrooms and IVs are good luck. Maintenance plants as our cacti. Having a live plant in your workspace gives you something to care for as well, which can promote happiness, and green plants create oxygen which contributes to your overall health. If you can't bring in a life plan even so plants add a touch of life in green to your workspace.