8 Wayfair Furniture and Decor Picks for Your Mental Health

You know the feeling: You walk into a space and immediately feel your shoulders tense up as you take in fluorescent lighting, noise, and clutter. Or maybe it’s the opposite: You step into a room, breathe in a soft and herbal scent, and your whole body relaxes. That shift is your nervous system reacting to the environment. 

Studies show that your physical surroundings can directly influence your mental and emotional well-being, from elevated stress levels in cluttered or noisy spaces to increased feelings of calm in environments designed with care. This is the idea behind interior decorator Michelle Dew’s business, Cultivate Your Space, which helps people decorate their home in a way that supports their mental health. She starts with simple upgrades that focus on the five senses. “What we want to think about in our homes or our spaces is—is my home giving big-box store, or is it giving day spa?” Dew said. 

To help bring that grounded, relaxed feeling home, Dew shared some of her favorite finds from Wayfair—including a soft rug, cozy reading chair, dimmable lights, and low-effort mood-setters like a candle warmer, with prices starting at $30. Keep reading for Dew’s dopamine-boosting picks, with savings up to 67% off. 

Interior Decorator-Approved Picks for Dopamine-Boosting Decor 

Latitude Run Endora Hand-Loomed Viscose Rug 

A plush rug instantly makes a room feel warmer and more inviting, says Dew. This handwoven option from Latitude Run “looks luxurious” and is made of viscose, which has a “soft, almost silky” feeling, Dew says. It also comes in six colors to match existing furniture and decor. For extra comfort, Dew recommends adding a rug pad underneath, like this option from Rug Pad USA.  

Latitude Run Candle Warmer Lamp with Timer

Scents change a mood after one sniff, for better or for worse, explains Dew. This is why she recommends infusing your space with calming scents by using a candle warmer. This one has a dimmable light and a timer, allowing you to keep it on without worrying about safety issues. Dew recommends placing it in the bathroom as a nightlight for an end-of-day nervous system wind-down while you’re in the bath or shower. 

Ebern Designs Janie Linen Blend Semi-Sheer Curtain, Set of Two  

Curtains help with the acoustics of a space and soften the sound, says Dew. This set of two is made with a wrinkle-free, sheer fabric that allows light to filter into the room while dampening noise. Dew recommends shopping for curtains that are “high and wide” over windows, and this set comes in several sizes to achieve that look. 

Orren Ellis Duvernay Light Chrome Lantern Pendant

Lighting makes all the difference in the feel of a space. The paper shade on this lantern “filters the light and softens it,” according to Dew, giving the room a more relaxed feeling. The minimalist design of the light provides an “elegant” look while still making the room feel comfortable and relaxing. It is also dimmable and comes in several sizes. 

Keep reading for more of Dew’s Wayfair picks to make your home both look and feel good with prices starting at $30. 

Latitude Run Skirted Swivel Arm Chair

Latitude Run Boynedale LED Flush Mounted Sconce, Set of Two

Becky Cameron Handmade Chunky Knit Throw Blanket

Rug Pad USA Classic Felt Supreme Cushioned Rug Pad