Fish Tank Heaven

We have mentioned the restorative, de-stressing, etc., power of fish tanks lots in earlier issues, but now, it seems, they’re officially “in” (see reference to the NY Times article below).  Fish tanks are finally getting at least some of the attention they deserve—maybe for not all the right reasons, but at least they’re being talked about.

Psychologists love fish tanks and you will too if you add one to your home.  Regardless of how much the fish in it cost, looking at them swim around will lead you to feel less stressed and more relaxed, be in a better mood, and feel mentally refreshed. All that will up your ability to solve problems, think creatively, and get along with other people. Just hearing the air circulation system in the tank, if it sounds like a burbling brook, will have the same effects.

If you add a fish tank remember that water weights a lot.  A fish tank that breaks apart the table it’s standing on or the floor under it is likely to have a sustained negative effect on your wellbeing.

References:

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/12/realestate/high-end-home-aquariums.html

On October 12, Candace Jackson (“High-End Design Comes to the Fish Tank,” https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/12/realestate/high-end-home-aquariums.html) reported that “Luxury home aquariums now can rival installations at public aquariums in size and scale, and they come with hefty price tags.”