✨Hello, Beautiful Soul,

Even saying the "refuge" brings me a sense of calm and an exhale.

The word comes from the French meaning “retreat”—a place we can step away from the noise and return to ourselves. A refuge is often described as a safe shelter, a sanctuary, or a stronghold that offers protection and renewal. It's a place of healing, comfort, and sacred restoration—a space where we feel held, safe, and gently reminded of our own inner peace.

I like to think of my home as a retreat, a place of rest and renewal. In addition to my lovely garden, my home is the center of my life here.

I’ve created my home intentionally this way, to feel strengthened and safe, where I spend so much time.

Every item here means something to me, has a story of why I have it in my home. In other words, they are extensions of me. Their stories support and nourish me. Collectively, all of these things purposefully placed in a heartfelt and feng shui manner, have created my personal sanctuary of a home.

I have some items from loved ones, from ancestors, some from wonderful trips in my past, some celebratory gifts I bought myself. My love of nature is celebrated with my rocks and plant collection.

As soon as I walk in the door, I am greeted with the energy of this place. It’s like a warm hug. My home!

Nothing in my home is here because of guilt or obligation, or just to fill space - only things I choose to have in my life are here.

Just like in my life life! :)

I’m sharing all of this to nudge you to think about creating your own sanctuary. Your own place of peace and renewal. Of safety.

Because it’s important. With all that’s going on in the world, it’s important to stay grounded and peaceful and strong.

Sending you unlimited blessings of peace and joy,

Juliana

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