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routines to become a little flat.

This is normal, given that in times of stress we tend to focus on just the next task at hand, often forgetting about the ways that beauty, fun, and connection are still available to us.

As you plan for your day, how can you add in elements that delight your senses and create a multilayered experience? Refer back to your desires and needs, and notice where you can enhance your experience so it’s more interesting, nourishing, or supportive of your goals. If you’re working on the computer, can you also light a candle, diffuse some essential oils, or put on some music? Can you make yourself a delicious beverage to enjoy while you attend a virtual meeting? How might you refresh your own physical space to bring in some new energy and inspiration? If you’re feeling isolated, who might you reach out to for support?

Remember the importance of contrast, as well. For every hour when you’re focused on a specific task, build in some space for doing something completely different. Use this time to move your body, get fresh air, play, or simply do nothing. Scheduling spaciousness into your day not only supports your emotional and physical wellbeing, but it can do wonders for your creative process, as well. Every element of your day is connected, so the richer your experience, the more depth you’re able to bring to your work and your clients.

Don’t force it

Living your life is a creative process. You get to design and redesign it as you wish. There is no one right (or wrong!) way to make it through this time, so be gentle with yourself. If you try something and it’s not working, or if you feel stuck in a rut of ennui or overwhelm, take a break and try something new. Change up your routine, and have fun with it along the way. You may have a vision for how you want your days to look and feel, and it will likely take some experimentation in order to for it to take shape.

Remember that this is all temporary. The circumstances will change, as will your capacity, and the systems you choose to support yourself. Revisit your desires, needs, and intentions often so that you can clear what’s no longer serving you and invite in what is most nourishing to you in each new moment.

ASID New England has launched a variety of new programs in 2021, and we hope you’ll join us virtually, for now, and in-person when we can gather once again.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

We will host a variety of professional development and CEU programs to help you be at your best, advance the profession of interior design, and help you maintain your credentials.

FIRST FRIDAY SERIES: TRENDS, PRODUCT, AND SHOWROOM SPOTLIGHTS

Join us for live virtual tours of showrooms, products, and resources newly available/coming soon for use in your designs from the Boston Design Center and beyond.

INDUSTRY INTEL: INSPIRATION, EMERGING TRENDS, AND LOOKING AHEAD

Seasonally, and when possible, join us for live virtual tours and recaps of key industry Trade Shows and seasonal Showhouses. What tradeshows do you find most valuable, or which do you most want to attend in 2021? Email our office at administrator@ne.asid.org to share your ideas. Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 12:00 PM Next Level with NCIDQ

Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 10:00 AM A Conversation with Today’s Design Leaders - Part of Boston Design Week

May 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM First Friday: Tour the New Christopher Peacock Boston

June 4, 2021 at 10:00 AM First Friday: Complements Art Gallery