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Connecting to your highest self feels good, it also has other benefits. Meditation and mindfulness for example can boost your business. Those who have integrated spirituality into their daily routines often practice at homes in spaces they have established for this purpose.
Design ultimately takes on a greater meaning beyond aesthetics in these rooms. I spoke with several spiritual entrepreneurs and influencers about where they practice in their homes. While all of these spacesare totally different, their commonality is that every object is highly intentional.
Amber-Lee Lyons Influencer and host of Chakra Girl Radio , Amber-Lee Lyons connects to her highest self in an unconventional place. "I do a morning discount ritual in my bath. I set the tone with meditation music and it's the perfect space to slow down, journal, use crystals, visualize and meditate." Lyons loves to start her day in the bath because, as she explained.
"The water supports me to tap into my feminine energy and I find my journaling, my thoughts and my day seem to flow effortlessly!" For those who are trying to establish a similar routine, she suggests putting elite shungite and selenite in your bath water to cleanse the energy and raise the vibration. Naha Armady Naha Armady who is a teacheras well as the author of Everyday CrystalRituals , uses the space shown above in her Los Angeles home to get in touch with her guides and engage in a variety of practices. One of the most important objects in the room isthe altar, which Armady acquired from her grandfather.
"He was a collector of art and objects from the far east. He purchased this 1800's Tibetan Buddhist altar back in 1977 from the estate sale of Sandra West, [who was] a Hollywood socialite and wife of an oil tycoon. [She] died at 38 from a drug overdose and was then famously buried in her blue Ferrari.
Who knows how many owners the altar had before her? But it's interesting to think of all of the different homes it has resided in." According to Armady, altars should be placed in the east, because when you sit or stand before them, you are facing the direction that the sun rises. "This is symbolic of light overcoming darkness, rebirth and renewal, and the dawning of new cycles.
This is such an important thing to remember—that all things have their ebb and flow, all of nature is cyclical, and all endings open space for new beginnings." Sydney Holland Sydney Holland, who is the co-founder of The Urban + The Mystic usesthis space not only to meditate and practice Kundalini yoga, but also as an office and guest room. "I use the room to decompress and disconnect from the outside world.
The space has been working beautifully for my family, and the fact that my company, The Urban + The Mystic, is based on healing crystals has really helped blend discount the line between an office and meditation space." Holland usesseveral crystals to create different energies. "The amethysts on my desk not only serve as protection, but bring about joy as well.
The table next to the sleeper couch is filled with celestite, oneof my favorite crystals. Also, on the coffee table is signature styling of clear quartz that my company executes for our crystal concierge clients. For my office, I knew I wanted a feminine, blissful space which is why I add the pink Himalayan Quartz, the queen of divine feminine energy.
I feel that these energies help me feel nurtured, inspired and free to create." The modern neon sign, which was designed by LA-based artist Beau Dunn, serves as a vision board of sorts to help Holland manifest even more of her dreams. "Over the past decade, I've been bitten by the house flipping bug.
It's another creative outlet for me.
We also outfit every house I sell with crystals to protect the home and fill it with love and happiness." Heather Askinosie Heather Askinosie, who is a crystal expert as well as the co-founder of Energy Muse has multiple spiritual spaces in her home including an altar around her fireplace. "In the space by my fireplace, I have a quartz manifestor crystal to bring in a vibrant, positive energy, as well as amethyst stones to bring a sense of relaxation.
The roses and orchids that I keep on this mantle represent blooming life, as well as a spiritual offering. I have Buddha in this space to remind me to be mindful. The Tibetan discount singing bowls are for cleansing the space with the healing vibrations of sound.
They also help me to deepen my meditation." Askinosie believes any space can be spiritual "I don't define a spiritual space as having to be some ornate altar. Your space can be small, and still have a major impact on your spirit.
Create a spiritual space by making room on a shelf or counter for items that bring you positive energy. This space is a visual reminder to take time to pause and engage your spirit." For those who feel inspired by her approach, Askinosie suggests choosing a slightly secluded spot.
"I would also try not to have it in your bedroom, since that's a space you ideally want to dedicate to the energy of sleep. But if you're door limited to your bedroom, that's okay too. Just make sure that your sacred space isn't at the foot of your bed, or in the direction that your feet are pointing during sleep.
If you have a Ganesh or Buddha in your sacred space, this would be seen as disrespectful to them." Jenna Phillips Ballard Founder of Ascension Leadership Academy and Unicorn University, Jenna Phillips Ballard has several spiritual spaces in her home, but she says that most people feel drawn to her living room. Ballard uses her fireplace to displaypieces from her crystal collection including clear quartz, smoky quartz and amethyst.
The Love letters set the energy of the space and also serve to help with manifestation. In addition to this, she has many spiritual objects stationed throughout her home including soul portraits, energy wands, succulent gardens, and Himalayan salt lamps. "The whole house is an energy vortex!" she says.
Alorah Inanna Alorah Inanna lives in a home she believes was divinely assigned to her. From the roof down, she says every room is a "spiritual feminine space," with both silk floors and ceilings. She explained, "Most spiritual spaces come from an Eastern Zen model.
Most things are square and full of icons of India. That's masculine. That doesn't soften your energy. Silk is a spiritual fabric and cloud ceilings soften the sounds and vibration of the room." Dr. Stephen Dansiger Dr. Stephen Dansiger is a psychologist, author of three books including Mindfulness For Anger Management , as well as a Dharma and mindfulness teacher.
In his home, he has an door office set up to double as a Zen temple. "There is an altar with all the aspects of a Zen altar, and a zafu and zabuton cushion set as well. When I am not sitting at my desk or doing therapy with a client, the room feels completely transformed into a spiritual space, as it is dedicated to direct spiritual practice.
The collateral benefit is that when I am working, writing or reading it feels like I am engaged in spiritual practice as well." Because heis often away from home, Dr. Dansiger brings "a little Buddha" wherever he goes. He explained, "I have not found this item again since I bought it from the Zen Mountain Monastery store almost 30 years ago.
It is a small Buddha that lives inside a little altar. When you open it, out pops Buddha and the other half has an incense holder and a space to hold very small sticks of incense." While it is impossible to find a replica of Dr.
Dansiger's sacred object, DharmaCrafts has a travel shrine that can serve the same function. 125 Greenwich Street 125 Greenwich Street is a condo building in New York with spiritual amenities including wellness spaces such as massage and relaxation rooms. Designers James White and Elliot March of March & White explained, "Traditionally amenity spaces are at lower levels however the demand for mindfulness and wellness spaces allowed us to flip this model on its head, and create above ground spaces with amazing views.
We designed a massage and treatment room, which is the epitome of mindfulness and a space solely for contemplation. It was designed to feel like a retreat from the chaos of the city, and the lighting played a very important role in achieving this. Ambient lighting provided a soft, warm glow and almost instantly helps to relax and bring a calm state of mind.
" It was important for them to frame the view of the skyline and water. "Large chairs upholstered with a soft muted fabric, accompanied by matching footstools were picked for the clients comfort in mind. With low-level reading light integrated within the wall paneling, we envisioned this room would be used by individuals taking a quiet personal moment away from the hustle of the city.
" Elements to take away from the space are the soft, light drapery and a subdued but warm color palette. The key is to keep things simple with clean lines, integrated
Design ultimately takes on a greater meaning beyond aesthetics in these rooms. I spoke with several spiritual entrepreneurs and influencers about where they practice in their homes. While all of these spacesare totally different, their commonality is that every object is highly intentional.
Amber-Lee Lyons Influencer and host of Chakra Girl Radio , Amber-Lee Lyons connects to her highest self in an unconventional place. "I do a morning discount ritual in my bath. I set the tone with meditation music and it's the perfect space to slow down, journal, use crystals, visualize and meditate." Lyons loves to start her day in the bath because, as she explained.
"The water supports me to tap into my feminine energy and I find my journaling, my thoughts and my day seem to flow effortlessly!" For those who are trying to establish a similar routine, she suggests putting elite shungite and selenite in your bath water to cleanse the energy and raise the vibration. Naha Armady Naha Armady who is a teacheras well as the author of Everyday CrystalRituals , uses the space shown above in her Los Angeles home to get in touch with her guides and engage in a variety of practices. One of the most important objects in the room isthe altar, which Armady acquired from her grandfather.
"He was a collector of art and objects from the far east. He purchased this 1800's Tibetan Buddhist altar back in 1977 from the estate sale of Sandra West, [who was] a Hollywood socialite and wife of an oil tycoon. [She] died at 38 from a drug overdose and was then famously buried in her blue Ferrari.
Who knows how many owners the altar had before her? But it's interesting to think of all of the different homes it has resided in." According to Armady, altars should be placed in the east, because when you sit or stand before them, you are facing the direction that the sun rises. "This is symbolic of light overcoming darkness, rebirth and renewal, and the dawning of new cycles.
This is such an important thing to remember—that all things have their ebb and flow, all of nature is cyclical, and all endings open space for new beginnings." Sydney Holland Sydney Holland, who is the co-founder of The Urban + The Mystic usesthis space not only to meditate and practice Kundalini yoga, but also as an office and guest room. "I use the room to decompress and disconnect from the outside world.
The space has been working beautifully for my family, and the fact that my company, The Urban + The Mystic, is based on healing crystals has really helped blend discount the line between an office and meditation space." Holland usesseveral crystals to create different energies. "The amethysts on my desk not only serve as protection, but bring about joy as well.
The table next to the sleeper couch is filled with celestite, oneof my favorite crystals. Also, on the coffee table is signature styling of clear quartz that my company executes for our crystal concierge clients. For my office, I knew I wanted a feminine, blissful space which is why I add the pink Himalayan Quartz, the queen of divine feminine energy.
I feel that these energies help me feel nurtured, inspired and free to create." The modern neon sign, which was designed by LA-based artist Beau Dunn, serves as a vision board of sorts to help Holland manifest even more of her dreams. "Over the past decade, I've been bitten by the house flipping bug.
It's another creative outlet for me.
We also outfit every house I sell with crystals to protect the home and fill it with love and happiness." Heather Askinosie Heather Askinosie, who is a crystal expert as well as the co-founder of Energy Muse has multiple spiritual spaces in her home including an altar around her fireplace. "In the space by my fireplace, I have a quartz manifestor crystal to bring in a vibrant, positive energy, as well as amethyst stones to bring a sense of relaxation.
The roses and orchids that I keep on this mantle represent blooming life, as well as a spiritual offering. I have Buddha in this space to remind me to be mindful. The Tibetan discount singing bowls are for cleansing the space with the healing vibrations of sound.
They also help me to deepen my meditation." Askinosie believes any space can be spiritual "I don't define a spiritual space as having to be some ornate altar. Your space can be small, and still have a major impact on your spirit.
Create a spiritual space by making room on a shelf or counter for items that bring you positive energy. This space is a visual reminder to take time to pause and engage your spirit." For those who feel inspired by her approach, Askinosie suggests choosing a slightly secluded spot.
"I would also try not to have it in your bedroom, since that's a space you ideally want to dedicate to the energy of sleep. But if you're door limited to your bedroom, that's okay too. Just make sure that your sacred space isn't at the foot of your bed, or in the direction that your feet are pointing during sleep.
If you have a Ganesh or Buddha in your sacred space, this would be seen as disrespectful to them." Jenna Phillips Ballard Founder of Ascension Leadership Academy and Unicorn University, Jenna Phillips Ballard has several spiritual spaces in her home, but she says that most people feel drawn to her living room. Ballard uses her fireplace to displaypieces from her crystal collection including clear quartz, smoky quartz and amethyst.
The Love letters set the energy of the space and also serve to help with manifestation. In addition to this, she has many spiritual objects stationed throughout her home including soul portraits, energy wands, succulent gardens, and Himalayan salt lamps. "The whole house is an energy vortex!" she says.
Alorah Inanna Alorah Inanna lives in a home she believes was divinely assigned to her. From the roof down, she says every room is a "spiritual feminine space," with both silk floors and ceilings. She explained, "Most spiritual spaces come from an Eastern Zen model.
Most things are square and full of icons of India. That's masculine. That doesn't soften your energy. Silk is a spiritual fabric and cloud ceilings soften the sounds and vibration of the room." Dr. Stephen Dansiger Dr. Stephen Dansiger is a psychologist, author of three books including Mindfulness For Anger Management , as well as a Dharma and mindfulness teacher.
In his home, he has an door office set up to double as a Zen temple. "There is an altar with all the aspects of a Zen altar, and a zafu and zabuton cushion set as well. When I am not sitting at my desk or doing therapy with a client, the room feels completely transformed into a spiritual space, as it is dedicated to direct spiritual practice.
The collateral benefit is that when I am working, writing or reading it feels like I am engaged in spiritual practice as well." Because heis often away from home, Dr. Dansiger brings "a little Buddha" wherever he goes. He explained, "I have not found this item again since I bought it from the Zen Mountain Monastery store almost 30 years ago.
It is a small Buddha that lives inside a little altar. When you open it, out pops Buddha and the other half has an incense holder and a space to hold very small sticks of incense." While it is impossible to find a replica of Dr.
Dansiger's sacred object, DharmaCrafts has a travel shrine that can serve the same function. 125 Greenwich Street 125 Greenwich Street is a condo building in New York with spiritual amenities including wellness spaces such as massage and relaxation rooms. Designers James White and Elliot March of March & White explained, "Traditionally amenity spaces are at lower levels however the demand for mindfulness and wellness spaces allowed us to flip this model on its head, and create above ground spaces with amazing views.
We designed a massage and treatment room, which is the epitome of mindfulness and a space solely for contemplation. It was designed to feel like a retreat from the chaos of the city, and the lighting played a very important role in achieving this. Ambient lighting provided a soft, warm glow and almost instantly helps to relax and bring a calm state of mind.
" It was important for them to frame the view of the skyline and water. "Large chairs upholstered with a soft muted fabric, accompanied by matching footstools were picked for the clients comfort in mind. With low-level reading light integrated within the wall paneling, we envisioned this room would be used by individuals taking a quiet personal moment away from the hustle of the city.
" Elements to take away from the space are the soft, light drapery and a subdued but warm color palette. The key is to keep things simple with clean lines, integrated
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