Four factors in a small apartment stress the homeowner

The room lacks natural light; lack of storage space; work place and relax in the same place… are things that can be stressful for homeowners.
According to Stephanie Rojas, a therapist, media consultant for a depression research organization in New York, USA, living in a small space with too much furniture is the most common stress factor.

“Over time, you often feel restless and agitated,” she said. This interferes with your ability to enjoy the apartment and prevents you from spending time at home. ” Here are the things to avoid when arranging and building a living space: 1. Room lacks natural light “Tight spaces, especially without windows, can create anxiety and trigger panic attacks,” says Cecille Ahrens, another therapist. People in confined spaces are more susceptible to stress, feeling overwhelmed, and difficulty concentrating, Ahrens added. If you live in a windowless space, therapists recommend going outdoors to improve your mood. “I always recommend that people take a little time each day, even if it’s only for a few minutes, in sunlight to reduce stress.” Tiara Christian – a person living in a 400m2 apartment, also used mirrors to amplify natural light, to help the living space not feel cramped. Tiara Christian’s indoor mirrors reflect natural light. 2. Lack of room dividers Although a cramped space can be stressful, if the room is too large you will have less privacy, according to therapist Rojas and therapist Weena Cullins. “The room’s ventilation can lead to constant distraction and loneliness,” says Rojas. “Many people need room and separation to make video calls to work or school,” she said. To improve this, Anju Abraham – an apartment tenant in Washington, USA, has used room dividers to create a private space when visitors arrive. If you do not want to build a partition, you should use a screen to separate it. Anju Abraham uses room dividers to create privacy. 3. Lack of storage space To maintain order in a small space, figuring out how to store items is not easy. Experts recommend investing in furniture with a variety of functions, such as seats, beds, and bottom storage. Another tip is to clean up your belongings regularly. The bed serves as a storage space. 4. Work and relax in the same space Therapists advise against working and relaxing in the same space. Therapist Ariel Sank said: “During the past year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, many people working from home made it difficult for them to separate work from their personal lives. When working right next to your bed, it can be difficult to concentrate. When it comes time to rest, you are also not comfortable because you are distracted by computers, work books right next to you. “By creating a separate area, where work and relax, you not only create physical separation, but also mental separation,” Ariel Sank said. Ngoc Trang (According to Insider)