"I have a white Himalayan salt lamp on my bedside table. It's the perfect lighting for the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bedroom</a>: it's not harsh and has the perfect brightness (and vibe!) for reading a book, meditating, journalling or winding down at the end of a long day." – <em>Jen F., editor, Food Network Canada</em> (<a href="http://We Tried It: Zen Home Decor Items That'll Bring Tranquility and Stillness Into Your Life" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crystal White Salt Lamp</a>, Amazon, $30)

"For a long time, I'd convinced myself that I was cursed when it came to plant life — but that ended this year. A few months ago, I caved to Mother Nature and brought a little greenery into my home, and it's been a surprisingly soothing balm on stressful days. I've managed to keep not one, not two, but <em>three</em> (low-maintenance) <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/green-living/photos/luckiest-plants-for-your-home-1942064/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">plants</a> alive since early spring, and I've been filling every vase I can find with hydrangeas from my mother-in-law's garden." – <em>Sharon M., writer and freelance editor, HGTV Canada</em> (<a href="https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-9190882-13710638?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fgifts%2Fproduct%2F882709561279-item.html&cjsku=88270956127" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Terracotta Vases</a>, Chapters Indigo, $30)

"My girlfriend uses a Saje diffuser with essential oils, and at first the smell turned me off. I wasn’t a fan at all. However, after about a month or so I got use to the oils and now I find myself looking forward to it while I’m reading and trying to wind down before bed." – <em>Wylder R., social strategist, HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada</em> (<a href="https://www.saje.com/ca/product/aroma-om-blush-edition-703690.html" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Diffuser</a>, Saje, $92)

"Books always bring me a sense of peace, so I place the book I'm reading at the moment on my bedside table along with my journal and pen. They're the reminder I need to pause my day and indulge in some <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/home-library-designs-1939089/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">good reading</a> or to jot down my thoughts before they disappear." – <em>Tracey M., producer, Slice</em> (<a href="https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-9190882-13710638?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fgifts%2Fproduct%2F882709545644-item.html&cjsku=88270954564" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Journal</a>, Chapters Indigo, $14)

"I’ve been trying to make <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/inspiring-yoga-meditation-spaces-1934892/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">meditation</a> a regular part of my routine – just 10 minutes every night. Hot tip: don’t meditate in bed (you’ll fall asleep) or on the couch (you might end up watching TV instead). So I bought myself a meditation cushion and carved out a little corner in our <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/lifestyle/photos/global-pandemic-rethink-rooms-homes-1941794/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spare bedroom</a> to develop a better habit, distraction-free." – <em>Brittany D., digital strategist, HGTV Canada and Food Network Canada</em> (<a href="https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-9190882-13710638?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chapters.indigo.ca%2Fen-ca%2Fgifts%2Fproduct%2F842907095280-item.html&cjsku=84290709528" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Meditation Pillows</a>, Chapters Indigo, $60)

"I have a candelabra. Who doesn't? I bought it at a yard sale and have never looked back. The light it throws is incredible and the multiple flames enhance the mesmerizing and relaxing properties of fire." – <em>Frank P., producer, HGTV Canada </em> (<a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07NVG3371/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B07NVG3371&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=1d207461a4d4476c4b29320a52fba79b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Candelabra</a>, Amazon, $29)

"I have an old lava lamp I picked up a few years ago from a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/decorating/photos/thrifted-home-decor-second-hand-decorating-1936516/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">thrift shop</a>. I know it's super tacky, but I love watching the yellow 'lava' blobs float and drop slowly in the purple water. It's so soothing, and the purple light is calming and gives off a creative energy. I also love the nostalgic vibe it gives a room, throwing back to my childhood bedside lamp!" – <em>Alexa K., manager, social — lifestyle</em> (<a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B001MWSVP6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B001MWSVP6&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=219cfc13e1c33e3a61fae3cb0c268367" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Lava Lamp</a>, Amazon, $42)

"My bedroom has become a place of almost decadent respite, and my favourite splurge has been my satin pillowcase. It's been key for keeping cool in the mid-summer heat, and feels absolutely luxurious against my skin and hair." – <em>Akeena L., writer, HGTV Canada</em> (<a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B07HL5K4RM/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B07HL5K4RM&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=064a7ba913ba7fc28244969c882d617f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Satin Pillowcases</a>, Amazon, $11)

"We live in a condominium where our <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/kitchens/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">kitchen</a> table doubles as a <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/offices/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">home office</a> for my husband and I, and occasionally for our teenage son. While the traffic below adds to the sense of crowding and noise pollution, we did install a vertical <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/outdoors/photos/diy-balcony-herb-garden-balcony-gardening-ideas-1939618/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">herb wall</a> that has definitely served as my zen space. In addition to serving up fresh herbs for our meals, it adds a bit of greenery to what would otherwise be a drab, gray landscape." – <em>Dragana K., assistant editor, Slice, History and Shaw Connect</em> (<a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0733B8HD3/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=B0733B8HD3&linkCode=as2&tag=corusent07-20&linkId=074622222a9c09f1acd9445bfc078647" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Vertical Wall Planter</a>, Amazon, $22)

"I’m a toddler mom. Which means that bedtime is basically like going to the <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bathrooms/photos/bathroom-ideas-that-will-leave-you-in-a-state-of-total-bliss-1941925/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spa</a>. I can finally relax with my book (I’m exciting that way). To me, there is nothing – and I do mean nothing – that comes close to a good night’s sleep. And for that I splurge on good <a href="https://www.hgtv.ca/bedrooms/photos/dont-make-these-11-mistakes-when-buying-bedding-1929125/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bedding</a>. I love my 100 per cent organic Casper sateen bedding. Mine are a purple-grey that reminds me of the tones in an amethyst: eye candy and a restful night. You can’t beat that!" – <em>Iris B., writer, HGTV Canada</em> (<a href="https://casper.com/ca/en/bedding/sheets/sateen/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bedsheets</a>, Casper, $338)