Feng shui practices is an age old philosophical practice which
inculcates some basic and simple habits to enhance
life in more ways than one. A good flow of energy and a properly organized
environment can really alter the mood of a person and thus act as a catalyst to
creativity and work productivity. It should come as no surprise because a good
mood and a relaxed mind both are crucial to maintaining harmony and
productivity in life. Feng Shui finds its place in most houses as well as
workplaces owing to its simple philosophical practices which
motivate you to maintain a look and feel of the place which other than being
appealing is also beneficial.
Here are eight
simple Feng Shui practices which you can incorporate in your daily life to make
the best out of it.
- Entrance
The entrance to
your house is also called the mouth of chi which in other words is where
opportunities come knocking. It is also the first things visitors notice and so
do you when entering your house. Keeping the entrance area clean and appealing
is a good way to start. Keep the paint-work appealing, replace anything broken
or unnecessary, keep the entrance way well-lit etc.
- De-clutter
If there are rooms
or corners around your house and workplace which are extremely cluttered and
look like a storm just passed by, this should be your next Feng Shui stop. Cluttering
is said to stagnate the chi or energy. Piling up dirty dishes and clothes,
disorganized closets and cupboards etc. are a good place to start. To ensure a
good flow of energy, it is essential to set up a proper stage for good Feng
Shui and that starts with clearing clutter and ensuring your house is speck
clean.
- Furniture
setup
Setting up
furniture properly is the next step to ensure good Feng Shui. Do not let any
furniture big or small to block the natural walking path in between the rooms.
Remove or replace furniture which has sharp edges or which can accidentally
hurt you while walking around. Also, take a note not to crowd too many
furniture in each or any room. Leave enough breathing space for the energy to
move around.
- Work
Desk
If you have a work
desk, it should have rounded edges and should be set up facing the doorway and
not away from it. It should be preferably backed by a wall and allow your clear
view of the doors and the windows in the room. This is also called the power
position. It is said to enhance creativity and productivity.
- Doors
and Drawers
Squeaky doors and
drawers or the ones that get jammed and are difficult to open should be
immediately replaced or fixed. Our house is said to reflect us and Feng Shui
focuses on fixing these subtle changes brought about due to our ignorance.
- Repair
Leaky pipelines,
faucets, broken furniture etc. should be repaired immediately. Particularly the
plumbing of your house should not have any problems and if there are should be
immediately fixed. It is said to bring an outflow of finances otherwise.
- Lighting
Proper lighting is
another crucial aspect of good Feng Shui. If there are areas or rooms in your
house which have dimmed or insufficient lights, change them. Proper and bright
lighting ensures a good chi.
- Charms
and cures
There are numerous
charms and Feng Shui cures available which on proper placement in the proper
corners of your house and workplace is said to bring about a noticeable change
in various sectors of life.
