My good friend, you are aware that there is no one quite like you, right? You are the only one with your unique perception, knowledge, spirit, and trials and tribulations. No one, truly, no one has lived a life like yours! It’s time you embrace your authenticity and show it in your home!
At House of Dulce, I am a firm believer that every individual has the power to create a home that embraces their authenticity, and that, when done right, you will truly feel fully safe, and comfortable in your space. I’ve crafted a self-led process to empower you to create a living space that resonates with your unique personality and aligns with your aspirations.
Oh! Also, I want to add that as a realtor myself, I know all about the “keep the home neutral so that it sells quicker” propaganda.
Listen to me: if you plan to live in your house and make it your home. Do. You.
If the goal is to sell quickly, then, still do you but maybe not in a very permanent way. 🙂
This Post is All About Embracing Your Authenticity at Home
Table of Contents
- This Post is All About Embracing Your Authenticity at Home
- Step 1: Think about who you are
- Step 2: Define Your Design Style
- Step 3: Create Your Mood Board
- Step 4: Mindful Space Planning
- Step 5: Authenticity through Personal Touches and Sentimental Decor
- Step 6: Authenticity through Meaningful Decor Choices
- Step 7: Regular Mindfulness Practice
- Step 8: Celebrate Your Unique Journey
- Step 9: Embrace the Transformation
- Embrace Your Authenticity
Step 1: Think about who you are
Take some time to really sit with yourself. Think about your passions, interests, values, and aspirations.
What brings you joy, what inspires you, and what makes your heart sing?
This self-awareness will lay the foundation for infusing your home with that little bit of who you truly are!
Step 2: Define Your Design Style
We are at the aha! moment.
This is where you’ll typically identify your design style or mix of styles that truly speaks to you.
I am a lover of industrial design, modern farmhouse, and minimalist design, and I LOVE to look at well-done maximalist design (the maximalist life is not for me though, sadly. I am not put together well enough to keep it cohesive).
So how do you do it?
Seek inspiration from interior design magazines, websites, and social media platforms (um can you say Pinterest?).
Even if you don’t know what design style you gravitate towards exactly, once you gather enough inspiration you can usually start to see reoccurring themes. From there it can be easier to pinpoint colors, patterns, textures, and decor elements that resonate with your soul and align with your aesthetic preferences. Because guess what,
You just discovered what those are baby!
Step 3: Create Your Mood Board
At this point, you should be proficient in Pinterest or even Canva! It makes it so easy to gather images, colors, and symbols that embody your dream home vision.
You don’t have to stick to Pinterest though.
You can create a digital or physical mood board that captures the essence of what you wish to manifest in your actual home! This collage will serve as your inspiration throughout the design process!
Step 4: Mindful Space Planning
Mindfully assess your current living space or any potential new home. Consider the flow, natural light, and functional needs of each area. Rearrange furniture and experiment with different layouts to optimize the space for your lifestyle and intentions.
I love the app Room Planner to work on the layout of my home, and I especially loved it when I was working on the remodel of my house! This app allows you to see how the space could potentially flow, and it allows you to incorporate different items into the house. There are multiple apps out there that will do the job, but this one is the one I personally use and recommend!
Step 5: Authenticity through Personal Touches and Sentimental Decor
Add personal touches and sentimental decor to your home. Display cherished mementos, family heirlooms, and meaningful artwork that tell your unique story. These elements will add depth and authenticity to your space.
When I was young(er) I lived in an amazing studio loft. One specific wall, I filled with pictures of moments that were near and dear to me. It was a wild collage of friends, family, and fashion that whenever I and others saw it, it sparked conversation, and curiosity, and it was just fun!
Step 6: Authenticity through Meaningful Decor Choices
I created a whole article on incorporating meaningful decor into your home! Go check that out when you’re done here, OK?
The gist of it all is to explore decor pieces that hold personal significance to you. Look for art, cultural influences, and symbols that evoke positive emotions and align with your values.
If you’re a movie junkie, perhaps a poster wall, or maybe you’re an art aficionado and you want to have a statement piece on display that you got at your local art exhibit. This is your time to let your personality shine and allow your decor choices to contribute to a harmonious and purposeful environment.
Step 7: Regular Mindfulness Practice
Integrate mindfulness practices into your daily routine. And honey if you’re like “What the heck are you talking about Dulce, I don’t have anywhere in my home to do this”, don’t worry, you can dive into this article to gain some insight into how to integrate a space to just be.
When you have a space that allows you to take moments of stillness, meditate, or engage in mindful activities, you are then able to connect with your authentic self, your intuition, and higher guidance, and mmmm, it is just so much easier to get to know yourself better. These practices foster clarity, focus, and intention throughout the design process, and overall!
Step 8: Celebrate Your Unique Journey
My favorite manifestation coach, Kathrin Zenkina, has been saying for a good while now
“if it is desired by you, it’s destined for you”
Ooof! Does that not make your heart full of joy? And what does that even have to do with step 8, Dulce?
Well, it has to do with embracing your home, your journey, and your desires and celebrating how they come together and evolve and define your uniqueness.
Allow your home to evolve as you do, reflecting your growth and ever-changing aspirations. If you truly love something, and then one day you decide you no longer do, that is okay, and you can let go!
Remember that your authentic self is the heart of this process, and maybe you splurged on a beautiful piece that you really wanted, but you’ve outgrown it.
That’s OK! It is no longer who you are. It is safe to let go, and embrace your new desires and dreams! For yourself, and for your home.
Step 9: Embrace the Transformation
Isn’t it exciting? With each step you take, you’re transforming your living space into an authentic reflection of your soul, your beautiful you! Embrace the process, and know that your dream home will be a sanctuary of positive energy and manifestation. Don’t get hung up on timelines, and dates. When you build a curated home, it’s a story unfolding. This means that it continues each and every day, and it transforms and transmutes, each and every day.
Embrace Your Authenticity
You know House of Dulce is here to support and inspire you on this journey of finding your authentic design style. You don’t have to stick to a one-and-done approach! When you embrace who you authentically are in every detail, your home becomes a testament to your individuality and a space where your soul can truly thrive.
Let me know how you go about implementing these steps, and share with me any epic moments in the process! I love to know the impact of these simple steps!
To your success!
