A Guide to Creating Spaces That Truly Nourish You
"I will surround myself with beautiful things. I will have flowers in my house, and I will play music, and I will eat good food..." — Maya Angelou
Beauty Isn’t About Perfection—It’s About Intention
When I first moved out on my own, I didn’t have the budget for designer furniture or luxury finishes. But I had something better: a deep belief that beauty isn’t about money; it’s about meaning.
Over the years, as a real estate agent, entrepreneur, and mom, I’ve learned that the spaces we create shape how we feel, work, and dream. And "beautiful things" aren’t just decor—they’re the little details that make a house a home, a workspace a sanctuary, and a life more joyful.
Here’s why I intentionally surround myself with beauty—and how you can, too.
What "Beautiful Things" Really Means
1. Functional Beauty
That chipped mug you drink coffee from every morning because it fits perfectly in your hands. The worn-in chair by the window where you read. Beauty isn't just visual, it's how something feels to use.
Try this: Walk through your home and notice what you love using. Keep those things front and center.
2. Memory Keepers
The quilt your grandma made. The painting your kid brought home from school. The seashell from your favorite beach trip. These aren't just objects, they're stories.
Try this: If you're decluttering, ask: Does this bring me joy or a memory? If not, let it go.
3. Sensory Joy
The smell of fresh herbs on the windowsill
The sound of wind chimes on the porch
The way sunlight hits your favorite corner at 4 PM
Beauty isn't just seen, it's felt.
Try this: Add one sensory pleasure to your daily routine (light a candle, play your favorite album, open the windows).
4. Empty Space
Not every shelf needs to be full. Not every wall needs art. Beauty thrives in breathing room.
Try this: Clear one surface completely. See how it changes the energy of the room.
For Homeowners & Sellers: Beauty That Works
If You're Making a Home:
Stop chasing trends. Fill your space with what you love, not what Instagram says you should.
Edit often. Beauty evolves—let your home grow with you.
If You're Selling:
"Stage" for emotion. Buyers fall in love with feeling, not furniture.
Focus on light, scent, and flow. A vase of fresh flowers or a bowl of citrus can make a space feel more inviting than expensive decor.
For My Fellow Entrepreneurs: Beauty in the Hustle
Your workspace matters more than you think. Here's how I keep mine inspiring:
A small vase of fresh flowers (even grocery-store daisies!)
A notebook I love writing in (no sad, scrappy notepads)
Music that matches my mood (upbeat for admin, instrumental for deep work)
When your environment feels good, your work does, too.
This Week's Challenge: Find Your Beautiful Things
Notice one object in your home that makes you smile without thinking.
Identify one space that drains your energy. What's missing?
Make one tiny change—move a chair into the light, add a plant, play your favorite song on repeat.
Final Thought: Beauty Is a Choice
You don't need a big budget or a perfect house. You just need to choose what feels beautiful to you—and let go of the rest.
So tell me: What's one "beautiful thing" in your space that makes it feel like home? Share in the comments below—I'd love to hear what brings you joy in your everyday surroundings!
