One of the most powerful lessons I’ve learned over the years, from motherhood, to healing after my heart attack, to my travels, to my ministry work rescuing young girls in India, is this: Your home should heal you, not drain you.
Your home environment affects:
- your skin
- your mood
- your hormones
- your immune system
- your sleep
- your energy
- your peace
And the truth is, most women are living with unnecessary chemical stressors in their home without even realizing it.
But here’s the beauty: You don’t need a complete overhaul to create a sanctuary. You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t need a huge budget. You just need simple, gentle steps, one at a time.
Let’s walk through them together.
- Switch to Natural Laundry Products First
Most women don’t realize that laundry is one of the biggest sources of chemical exposure in the home.
Detergents, softeners, and dryer sheets leave residues on:
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- your skin
- your clothes
- your bedding
- your towels
These residues can cause irritation, breakouts, rashes, and even hormone imbalance.
Start here:
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- switch to a clean detergent
- skip fabric softeners
- skip dryer sheets
- choose wool dryer balls with a drop of natural oil if you want scent
It’s a gentle step with a huge impact.
- Replace Fragrance With Freshness
Artificial fragrance affects:
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- hormones
- headaches
- sleep
- mood
- breathing
- skin irritation
Clean alternatives:
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- open windows
- simmer herbs or citrus
- essential oils (sparingly and safely)
- fresh eucalyptus
- soy or beeswax candles
- indoor plants
Real freshness is better than bottled fragrance.
- Keep Your Surfaces Simple and Safe
Many cleaning sprays contain chemicals that irritate the skin and lungs.
Choose:
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- natural cleaners
- vinegar-based solutions
- plant-based surfactants
- fragrance-free options
Your home is where you breathe the longest and make every breath count.
- Hydrate the Air, Hydrate the Skin
Dry air affects:
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- eczema
- fine lines
- sinus issues
- sleep
- mood
Use:
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- a humidifier
- bowls of water near heaters
- plants that release moisture
Your skin will feel calmer, and your spirit will too.
- Bring Nature into Your Home
Greenery:
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- purifies air
- reduces stress
- balances humidity
- increases oxygen
- makes your home feel alive
Start with easy plants:
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- pothos
- snake plant
- peace lily
- zz plant
Just one plant can change the emotional feel of a room.
- Create Soft Lighting in the Evenings
Bright, harsh lights disrupt your nervous system.
Use:
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- warm lamps
- soft bulbs
- candles
- dim switches
Evening lighting should whisper: “It’s time to rest.”
- Make Your Bedroom a Sacred Space
Your bedroom is where your body repairs, spiritually and physically.
Remove:
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- clutter
- electronics
- bright lights
- harsh scents
Add:
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- a soft throw
- gentle sheets
- a Bible on the nightstand
- a cup of herbal tea before bed
- soft light
- fresh air
Let your room become the sanctuary God intended.
- Choose Clean Beauty Products That Support Wellness
Your skincare, lotion, shampoo, and body wash all affect:
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- hormones
- inflammation
- breakouts
- emotional balance
- long-term health
This is why I use and recommend Atomy products in my practice, clean, gentle, effective, and affordable.
When your products are clean, your home becomes cleaner… Your skin becomes calmer… Your spirit feels lighter.
- Make Peace a Habit in Your Home
Small habits create a peaceful environment:
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- quiet music
- morning sunlight
- scriptures on the wall
- a gratitude journal
- slow, gentle mornings
- prayerful evenings
Peace is not accidental, it is cultivated.
From My Heart to Yours
My dear friend…
Your home doesn’t have to be perfect. It just needs to support you, calm you, and help you heal.
A peaceful home creates:
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- clearer skin
- deeper sleep
- calmer emotions
- healthier habits
- a brighter spirit
If you ever feel overwhelmed or don’t know where to begin, I would love to guide you, step by gentle step.
Your home can become your sanctuary, one clean choice, one peaceful decision, one soft step at a time.
With love and grace,
— Eydie Claassen
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