#1 | Bring Sunshine Indoors

If your day consists of being inside a windowless office instead of basking in the sunshine, bring the “sun” into your space. One way to do this is by choosing lamps that simulate natural daylight. Lamps that simulate natural daylight are said to decrease tiredness and eyestrain, as well as help with symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder.  One lamp that will do exactly that is the Kenley Natural Daylight Floor Lamp. This lamp is advertised to have “a color temperature of 6400K, which is as close to daylight as electric light gets”. 

If you’re looking for something that can fit right on top of your desk, one option is the TaoTronics Light Therapy Lamp. This task lamp emulates sunlight with “light temperatures of 5500 K (white) or 9000 K (blue) to stimulate the body’s natural response.” Not only are these lamps stylish, easy-to-carry, and affordable- but the simulated daylight may help boost your mood and productivity.

#2 | Decorate with the Right Colors

If you are searching for ways to make your office space feel lighter and cheerier, try looking into Color Psychology, or the study of how different colors affect a person’s mood. Colors that are bright may not necessarily be right (for you). For example, a pop of yellow in a room can seem fun and exciting, but some studies suggest that too much yellow can cause feelings of frustration or anxiety. On the other hand, the color blue is said to raise productivity and create feelings of calmness and white is believed to evoke feelings of quietness and concentration. Try adding some artwork with blue tones to your walls or some white desk decorations to your workspace in order to create an environment that elevates your mood.

#3 | Add Some Greenery

Speaking of colors, Green is a color that reminds us of being in nature- relaxed, peaceful, and stress-free. Bring that feeling of being outdoors into your workspace by decorating with plants. If your workspace doesn’t have windows, try adding plants that don’t require a lot of sunlight such as a Parlor Palm, a Philodendron, or a Snake Plant.