Self-care with Charlotte - creating a sanctuary

Creating Your Own Sanctuary: A Space for Peace and Calm

Recently, the concept of creating a sanctuary has brought me so much joy and peace. A sanctuary is a personal space that can be either physical or imagined—a place where you can find comfort, stillness, and calm. It’s about intentionally slowing down and allowing yourself to just be.

A sanctuary can be as simple as a quiet corner where you can kick up your feet, listen to birdsong, read a book, or meditate. It’s a space to escape the endless to-do list and get out of your busy head, even if just for a little while.

Sanctuaries come in many forms, and there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Here are a few ideas for creating your own sanctuary:

A cozy corner of your bedroom or a comfy chair

A dedicated, serene space in your home

A well-placed seat in your garden where you can soak in nature

A peaceful spot by a river or in the forest where you can sit on a log and listen to the water

Your entire home could be your sanctuary if it’s filled with love and peace

The presence of loved ones could be a sanctuary of comfort and connection

Or, perhaps your sanctuary is a visualisation—a beautiful, imaginary place that brings you instant calm whenever you picture it.

The beauty of a sanctuary is that it’s deeply personal and flexible. It can be as simple or creative as you want it to be. The key is that it feels like a safe, comforting space just for you.

What would sanctuary mean for you? Take a moment to reflect and consider how you can create or embrace that sacred space in your life.

About Charlotte: I specialise in helping ambitious rural women create sustainable lifestyles by learning to put themselves first so they can leave the overwhelm and fatigue behind and create an empowered and fulfilling life to call their own, alongside family and farm.

www.charlotteheald.com