When I reflect on COVID-19 days, trapped inside my home and how I use to talk to my home, back then ChatGPT was not available to talk to.
So, I crafted a few short actionable prompts to help you see your home as a reflection of your inner world. These ideas can help you understand your feelings better.
- The “Front Door Welcome” Prompt
“Imagine your front door could speak. What would it say about the first impression it gives to someone entering your life or home, and what does that reflect about how you welcome new experiences?”
Use this when you want to see how open or closed you are to new things. - The “Kitchen’s Secret” Prompt
“Your kitchen is the heart of your home. If it could tell a secret about your energy levels, what would it reveal about how you nourish yourself and others?”
Use this to check in on your self-care and giving. - The “Bedroom Whisper” Prompt
“Your bedroom is a private space. What stories does it whisper about your deepest desires, your rest, and your unmet needs for peace or excitement?”
Use this to understand your personal sanctuary and its role in your well-being. - The “Living Room Life” Prompt
“Your living room hosts social life. What does it say about your desire for connection, comfort, or the way you present yourself to the world?”
Use this to reflect on your social interactions and public persona. - The “Clutter Corner” Prompt
“Find the most cluttered spot in your home. What specific emotion or unresolved task does this area represent in your mind right now?”
Use this to identify areas of mental or emotional overwhelm. - The “Empty Space” Prompt
“Identify an empty or underutilized space in your home. What opportunity or unexpressed potential within you does this void represent?”
Use this to discover hidden desires or areas for growth. - The “Forgotten Item” Prompt
“Pick one item you’ve forgotten about or rarely use. What neglected skill, hobby, or aspect of yourself does this item symbolize?”
Use this to reconnect with forgotten parts of yourself. - The “Repair Request” Prompt
“What part of your home needs repair? What aspect of your inner self or current situation needs mending or attention?”
Use this to pinpoint areas needing healing or improvement. - The “Light Source” Prompt
“How much natural light enters your home? What does this say about how much clarity, optimism, or external influence you allow into your life?”
Use this to assess your openness to new perspectives and positivity. - The “Color Palette” Prompt
“Look at the dominant colors in your home. What emotions or energies do these colors evoke, and how do they reflect your current emotional landscape?”
Use this to understand your emotional baseline. - The “Soundscape” Prompt
“Listen to the typical sounds of your home (or lack thereof). What does this auditory environment reflect about your need for quiet, stimulation, or peace?”
Use this to understand your need for internal calm or external activity. - The “Personal Touch” Prompt
“Identify an object that is uniquely ‘you.’ What does this object reveal about your authentic self, your values, or your true identity?”
Use this to reaffirm your core identity and values. - The “Future Room” Prompt
“If you could add one new room to your house, what kind of room would it be and what need or desire within you would it fulfill?”
Use this to envision your future aspirations and growth. - The “Exiting Thoughts” Prompt
“When you leave your home, what is the prevailing feeling or thought? What does this reflect about your relationship with the outside world versus your inner sanctuary?”
Use this to understand your transitions between internal and external worlds. - The “Guest Perspective” Prompt
“Imagine a wise, kind friend visiting your home for the first time. What insightful observation would they make about your space that reveals something important about you?”
Use this to gain an external perspective on your inner state.
Try one of these prompts now and see what insights your home has for you!