The Spiritual Sanctuary of Homeownership

Last Updated on September 3, 2024 by Avia

Owning your home offers far more than financial freedom. There is a spiritual sanctuary of homeownership that provides a sense of peace, comfort, and security. To be sure, becoming a homeowner can support your spiritual growth by giving you a stable sanctuary from the world and all its stressors. 

Closing on a new home and leaving the rental market behind can help you destress, too. In the UK, data shows that just 22% of homeowners report high stress, while 42% of renters report heightened stress. 

Purchasing your own property also gives you greater freedom when modifying your home. No one can stop you from converting a spare bedroom into a yoga sanctuary, and you can fill your living room with houseplants without fearing that a landlord will take them all away. 

House Pride 

Closing on a house and getting the keys represents a major life milestone. The sense of freedom that coincides with becoming a homeowner is hard to beat and signals the start of the next chapter in your life. Additional emotional benefits of homeownership include: 

• Stability for your family; 
• Connection with the wider community; 
• Increase your ability to make the space your own; 
• A sense of accomplishment when you make the space your own. 

Creating a space that supports your needs and aligns with your interests is the perfect way to support your spiritual journey. However, if you’re new to home ownership (or the spiritual sanctuary of homeownership), you may struggle to find a design style that suits you. If this is the case, consider adopting interior design to suit your horoscope. For example

• Aries: Adopt a bold, minimalist design that helps you focus on your inner growth. Lean on reds and warm oranges, push the boundaries of avant-garde style, and keep a candle-lit through the seasons. 
• Gemini: Breezy, quirky designs will resonate with your needs and help you create a space that suits your interests. Bring fun objects into your space and invest in a few modern conveniences when your budget allows. 
• Virgo: Wood flooring and earthy tones are the way to go. Embrace symmetry in every room and buy sleek, tasteful decor. 
• Pisces: Embrace your inner child and create a space that helps you daydream. Keep your countertops and shelves clutter-free, and utilize water throughout your yard to create a tranquil, spiritually resonant space. 

These design tips will help you turn your house into a sanctuary. These modifications needn’t cost more than a few hundred dollars either. Repairing the walls in tones that align with your star sign and bringing in items that reflect your interests will transform your space quickly. Once you’ve rebuilt your savings, consider taking on large tasks like landscaping the yard. 

Yard Space and Spirituality

Your backyard is the perfect place to relax and unwind after a busy day at work. Maintaining an eco-friendly garden is also a great way to support the local environment. Small mammals and birds are far more likely to stop by if you provide some water, and pollinators are sure to appreciate your wildflowers and potted plants. 

If you’ve bought a home with a large lawn, consider ditching the heavy-duty pesticides in favor of eco-friendly lawn maintenance practices. Doing so supports native wildlife and ensures beneficial bugs have plenty of room to thrive. You can embrace eco-friendly lawn care today by: 

• Using companion planting instead of harsh chemicals to deter unwanted pests like slugs
• Choosing native plants that will thrive in your soil and won’t require too much watering
• Embracing alternative lawns like moss gardens, clover cover, or xeriscaping
• Sprinkle wildflower seed and allow your lawn to grow during the summer months

Rather than buying harmful peat-enriched soil from a store, try your hand at composting at home. Composting can greatly improve the quality of your soil and is fulfilling on a spiritual level. You get to see the process of death, decay, and new life occur across your yard and can support the wider ecosystem without spending a dime on expensive feeders. 

If your yard doesn’t quite feel “right,” consider adding a water feature to your outdoor space. For example, if you have a large yard, consider installing a pond at the base of your garden. A pond supports many local animals and can be the perfect place to sit in quiet contemplation. 

When working with a smaller yard space, consider installing a Tsukubai. Sometimes called stone wash basins, they are an essential feature of Japanese gardens and give you a chance to cleanse yourself when outside and create a calming atmosphere. 

Bringing plant life inside your house can boost the vibrations within your home, too. When searching for indoor plants, consider choosing a houseplant according to your astrology sign. Houseplants like bromeliad, spider plants, and orchids can boost your energy, clean the air in your house, and help you create a spiritual sanctuary at home. 

Stability at Home

Owning your home should come with a sense of stability and certainty. This peace is spiritually powerful for you and your family — particularly if you’ve been on the move frequently in recent years. So what does it take to gain spiritual sanctuary of homeownership? 

You can get started on the right foot in your new home by creating a house-cleaning ritual that cleanses and protects your space. Cleaning your home with natural agents and a little elbow grease can help you slip into a more mindful way of life and will help you fall in love with your new house. Get the kids involved, too, by giving them age-appropriate chores like: 

• Cleaning their beds;
• Putting away clean clothes;
• Vacuuming around the house;
• Cutting the grass. 

These chores instill a sense of pride and stability in your children. They’ll learn to care for their environment when they’re responsible for chores like vacuuming and will become grounded in the home after a few weeks of cutting the grass or tidying up from dinner. This can bring good vibes into your home and ensures that your whole family feels more stable in their new space. 

Conclusion 

Owning a home should bring a sense of calmness and stability to your life, and that’s why the spiritual sanctuary of homeownership is such a big deal. You can finally create a space that suits your needs and should take great pride in closing a sale on a space you love. Get started on the right foot by opting for interior design styles that align with your horoscope and embrace an eco-friendly approach to gardening. This will help you connect with your new space and aid your efforts to lead a sustainable, spiritually balanced lifestyle.

About the author: Katie Brenneman is a passionate writer specializing in lifestyle, mental health, education, and fitness-related content. When she isn’t writing, you can find her nose buried in a book or hiking with her dog, Charlie. To connect with Katie, you can follow her on Twitter.