A large reason we end up living in survival mode is feeling like we don’t belong, both in terms of our social connection and the environment or spaces we occupy. When we feel comfortable where we live, work, or play, we turn down our alarms—not just because of the people who inhabit those spaces but because of the spaces themselves. If our workspace feels like home and reflects who we are, we’ll be more productive. If we can decorate our home, or if we feel like the tools or instruments we utilize every day reflect who we are, we are healthier, happier, more resilient people.
