A Feng Shui Home: How To Get Yours
Feng Shui is described as the Chinese belief in the connection of all things. Feng Shui actually translates into the words “wind and water” which is appropriate because Feng Shui is all about motion; not the motion that we think of every day but instead, it’s the motion of energy, or chi.
Some factors that strengthen or weaken chi include location in relation to the sun and its directional positioning.
Chi flow in every room is probably one of the most important aspects of Feng Shui. Areas of clutter, disorganization, or ill furniture placement are all ways chi can get caught in an area, which disrupts the peaceful balance in a room. Look around the room right now. See the flow of energy? See areas where the energy is stuck? Remove the clutter or other obstruction and feel the difference– better chi.
The five main elements of Feng Shui include metal, earth, water, fire, and wood. To create balance in your room and your life, you should seek a balance between these five elements.
Earth is often symbolized by plants and the color red, candles, and lights usually represent fire. Too much of any one element and your life is out of whack but lack another and the problem is the same. The home is also a crucial consideration when placing the elements in your life.
The Bagua.
Heard of it?
Well, the Bagua is a square that has nine segments. Each area is representative of a separate part of your life. In order for it to work properly, the square is positioned over your house’s floor plan, based on cardinal directions.
Colors and Feng Shui are another two things which just go hand in hand. Each color brings in a certain type of energy flow. Now all of this information about Feng Shui may sound complex, and it is… so let’s just stick to the basics.
Some easy fixes in your home, combined with the positive chi, can greatly improve your life. Adding wind chimes is an easy way to break up stuck chi. These wind chimes need to have five divided rods and be made of metal. Hard corners are a recipe for disaster in the Feng Shui world.
In any area where there are sharp corners, try softening them a little by adding throws across furniture and plants in rough corners. In rooms meant for seating, the chairs and other furniture should never face a wall. Also, if there is a window take advantage of it. If you need privacy, simply block the windows with a simple window treatment or screen.
Fresh flowers are a great way to spark the inner-romantic and help improve everyday relationships. The flowers should be presented in a west-facing window. For rooms that lack any energy at all, consider hanging a crystal which is known to bring more chi into the room.
A front walkway and porch should always be kept clear and clean because clutter just represents clutter in your life and in your mind.
This additional stress obviously keeps the mind from working at its utmost potential.
If your room needs other ways of increased chi, try putting in a couple mirrors. Heed the warning though; you should always be careful to see what is reflected in the mirror.
Good chi is wasted if it is simply reflected right out the door. Also, be sure that each room serves a purpose and its purpose is accomplished.
For example, eating should only take place in the dining room.
Feng Shui may seem complex but the difference it makes in your life is one in a million. The reduced stress improves relationships with others and the way you feel about yourself.
It’s good for your family and Feng Shui is good for you too.