The Psychology of Comfort

We talk a lot about how comfortable our products are, and with the softest, temperature-regulating fabrics, why wouldn't we? But why is being comfortable so important, and how can we add more comfort to our lives?

What Does "Comfort" Really Mean

Dictionary.com offers 11 definitions of comfort as a noun, but the most relevant meaning of comfort to this conversation is, "a state of ease and satisfaction of bodily wants, with freedom from pain and anxiety." Many of us take comfort for granted until something takes us out of that feeling. Often, the disruptions to our state of comfort are from external sources like stress from work or troublesome news from friends. There are different aspects of comfort to consider, too. Aesthetic comfort comes from visually appealing materials like fabrics, paint colors, and artwork. Thermoregulation comfort happens when your body is in a state of balance with the temperature and humidity of the environment. Tactile comfort comes from the feel of the items you surround yourself with like soft bedding, plush towels, and relaxed clothing – our specialties!

The Benefits of Comfort

One thing we've learned is that by creating a comfortable home environment, you can make handling those things that cause emotional discomfort a bit easier. Some of the psychological benefits of being in a state of comfort:

• Increased feelings of contentment, self-worth, and optimism
  
  
• Additional resilience to everyday stressors
  
  
• Reduced anxiety
  
  
• An improved ability to be present in each moment
  
  
• Better sleep

How to Create a More Comfortable Home

At Cozy Earth, we have plenty of ways to add comfort to your home. From bedding that keeps you comfortable while you sleep to luxurious loungewear, you'll want to wear 24/7, creating high-quality, comfortable products is our thing! We're so passionate about it that we spend much of our time thinking of making your home a sanctuary. Here are some of our favorite ideas:

• Choose relaxing colors for your bathroom to make it feel more like a spa.
  
  
• Create a cozy atmosphere in your bedroom.
  
  
• Choose bedding that regulates your body temperature while you sleep.
  
  
• Add art that inspires relaxation.
  
  
• Keep everything as clean and clutter-free as possible.

Putting comfort first is a form of self-care, so take this opportunity to look around your home and think of other ways you can add comfort to it. After all, you deserve it!