Art for the soul - how decorating your walls makes you feel good

Hanging art on your walls is not just a way to add aesthetic appeal to your home or workspace, but it can also provide emotional and mental benefits that enhance your overall well-being and make you feel good. 

There is lots of research showing that art can reduce stress and anxiety, and even inspire creativity and self-expression. So whether you're looking to create a more inviting and personalized space, or just want something beautiful to look at, hanging art on your wall can be a powerful tool for improving your mental health. Here are some of the ways it can help.

Art can reduce stress and anxiety by providing a calming visual distraction

No matter whether it's a soothing landscape painting or a minimalist sculpture, art can create a focal point for the mind to rest on, helping to ease tension and promote relaxation. When things get a little too overwhelming, getting lost in a photo or painting for a few moments can help to lift your mood and bring some calm back into your life.

Art can provide a sense of connection

One of the calming effects of art is that it can also provide a sense of being a part of something greater than yourself. We can be moved by the artist, the subject matter, the art itself, or a universal human experience, and all of this helps to ground us in the world.

Probably one the most fundamental connections that art provides is to the story of why you picked it in the first place. Look around at almost any of the pieces of decor in your space and recall the story behind how it came to be there. Your personal history can be powerful and inspiring. 

Art can inspire creativity and self-expression

Surrounding yourself with art can be a source of inspiration and motivation, encouraging you to explore new ideas and express yourself in new ways. Whether you create your own art inspired by the piece, add to your collection or learn more about the artist or events surrounding the piece, art can lead you down new roads you may not have thought to explore before.  

Art can spark memories and emotions, allowing for self-discovery and personal growth. It can make our spaces feel more personal and serve as a conversation starter to positively engage with others. Curating a collection of art that inspires you is a creative endeavor in itself, that can be just as satisfying as making art of your own.

So no matter if it's your home, your office or any other place where you spend time, the benefits of having art around us are undeniable and is a simple yet effective way to improve our daily lives.

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-The UTR Team