Happy Work Space = Happy Life

So I've been doing a lot of redecorating around the apartment with my roommate but I noticed that one space that definitely needed a make-over was my work space. Last year when I first decorated my room, I designated an area in my room with a nice desk, utensils at hand, cork boards full of pictures I loved and my book case. However as time went on, I was stacking mail everywhere and not feeling inspired at all to get work done there. Needless to say my space felt less feng shui and more messy Marvin than I'd like it to be.

So, I decided to look at what essentials I needed on my desk and respective area to keep me feeling: organized, inspired, and cozy.

Those essentials included -

• A labeled area for bills / outgoing mail
• Many pictures of dear family, friends, and of my travels
• Inspirational quotes and people I admire
• My beloved books
• Lastly, cute sticky notes for my endless list making

Lovely monogrammed and teacher themed mug from Anthropologie for my pens

I absolutely love my updated cork boards! Friends and family try to find yourself!

I love owls! Hoot!

 

Everyone likes their work space organized differently to help them stay focused. However, I think it's important for any person who is establishing their career or trying to stay motivated in their job to surround themselves with things that when the clock hits 8p.m. and you're still working on that project, you can take a second, look around your space, and automatically feel inspired to push through long days.

What are some things that you keep around your work space to feel organized, inspired, and cozy?