How to have a home that makes you happy: 12 tough truths when it comes to how you feel about your home

There are a lot of opinions on what your house “should” be, but being happy with it is really what matters most. So we’re unpacking twelve things that might be holding you back from loving your house. These are things I find that everyone struggles with the most and how to think about them a little bit differently. I hope there is at least one in here that resonates with you so you can take charge of your home and shift your perspective.
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about cara newhart
Cara Newhart is the host of the MAKE SPACE Podcast as well as a DIY Queen, Author, and non-traditional interior Designer. After losing her dad to cancer and without his contractor expertise to guide her in customizing her first home, she decided to dive in without fear and tackle epic DIY projects.
Amassing over 850k followers on social media she shares the transformation of her spaces. Originally by teaching herself to use the power tools and finding the confidence to bring her designs ideas to life. Now, Cara is on a mission to empower everyday women to take charge of their homes and design spaces they are obsessed with – on their terms.
She helps women dive deeper than pin-worthy rooms to uncover home design strategies, learn to kackle power tool projects without intimidation and unlock the confidence to transfer their spaces.
Cara has been featured in The New York Times, Apartment Therapy, House Beautiful, People’s Style Watch and more. She collaborates with brands like home depot, Amazon, Wayfair and many more.