Have you been feeling under the weather lately for no particular reason? Seems like nothing is going as planned? Or ever felt like something is really off? Whatever it is that has got you feeling this way may only need a bit of moving around some pieces in your home.

You might have heard about feng shui. Nope, not the horror movie. Feng shui, as in the art of object placement dating back to ancient China. It is believed that when objects are placed in the right places, this will not disrupt the flow of energy (known as ch’i) in the household. This will, in turn, influence your relationship with your surroundings that will help you attain certain life improvements.

Feng shui has it covered from the location of the lot or space you’re purchasing down to the decors you’re throwing around the place. And that is overwhelmingly A LOT to take in.

To make it easy for you, here are a few minor things you could start with to create that harmonious abode:

Free your entryway and keep it bright

The entryway is the first space once you open the door to your home. Freeing it from anything that may block the flow of energy is thought to open doors and doors of opportunities for you. Make the space bright and inviting to attract positive vibes in your household.

Your bed should not be directly facing the door

While being able to see the door is a good thing, directly facing it is not so. Positioning your bed farther from the door is said to give you more control of the space and allows you to prepare for whatever comes through. This is commonly attributed to an old Chinese tradition in which the dead were taken feet first out of the door, thus leading people to believe that this position also calls for death.

A round dining table is better than a rectangular one

Feng shui is aiming for the balance of energy in your living environment. Using a round dining table secures that there is no “head” and that everyone is likely seated equally compared to a four-sided table. If buying a new table is not an option now, one way to achieve the balance is to place an even number of chairs around the table.

Couches should face a window or doorway

This actually goes for all your sitting furniture. Guests (or even yourself) are believed to feel more comfortable and safer when facing the main door in your living space. If it can’t be helped, place a mirror that will reflect the front door to have a view of it. Making you and your guests comfortable means easier and fruitful conversations all day long.

Toilet lids down and drains closed

Basic etiquette. But really, the bathroom is a place where waste is disposed of. That means not a lot of good energy is in there, don’t you think? Closing your drains and keeping the lids down helps to keep the energy of your home from literally going down the drain.

Keep the kitchen free of dirt and clutter

If you’re the type to pile up dishes in the sink or keep food in the fridge until they are barely consumable, this has to change. Clean as you go and throw out what is needed to be thrown out. A dirty stove is also said to make you feel really tired so you better clean that up. They say that the kitchen is the heart of the home and keeping it in shape might just bring you good luck in life and love.

Whether you’re looking for a way to make your home feel more comfortable, bring some good luck, or a reason to change things up a bit, you could go give these principles a try. Who knows? Maybe a bit of revamping is the key to good energy flow and great opportunities for you and your home.

^REFERENCES:

• ^{Bartlett, S. (2018). Feng Shui Plain & Simple: The Only Book You’ll Ever Need. Hampton Roads Publishing Company.}
• ^{Kennedy, G. D. D., & Yun, G. L. (2010). Feng Shui For Dummies. Wiley.}