FENG SHUI TIPS TO REVITALISE YOUR HOME UR home is much more than O:: a habitat where we live and sleep. tisa sanctuary and refuge after along days work and also a place torestand eluvenate. Itisbelieved everything contains some sort of energy. Feng Shulisthe study of the positioning of objects so that harmony with the environment can be achieved ‘Another aspect of Feng Shuiis the balancing of the five key elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood. Some ofthese elements go well with each other while some clash with each other, Forthis reason, itis important to know the nature ofthe elements to avoid clashes and to reap benefits from it. Good feng shui in the home attracts good health, prosperity, and happiness. Here are some Feng Shuitips to revitalise your home. Position your bed as far away from ‘the dooras possible, and out of direct line of the door. Also avoid placing itundera window which lacks symbolic ‘support and is distracting with energy flowing in and out. Invest in a wooden headboard to support to your head. It isidealto choose your bedroom in the oom furthest away from the front doo. Ona subliminal level this gives you the extra feeling of protection, stability and security. 2 To create a cosy and welcoming atmosphere paint your bedroom in neutral colours such as terracotta, cream or peach; light blue, green or lavender create a tranquil vibe and invite healing energy. you are looking to spice up your lovelfe and increase romance then stick to pinks and reds, Make sure your feet don’t point ‘out the door while in bed. In traditional Chinese culture, this is called the “Death Position” because the deceased are carried out feet first. Practitioners believe sleeping this way can drain your life force. Leave enough room around the bed for eneray to flow freely. Always. use curves not ‘comers, as sharp comers on furniture act as‘poison arrows’ directing positive energy away, and create an uneasy environment. 4 De-clutter! Clutter prevents the free- flowing of Chi. Also don't solve the problem by putting everything under the bed as this will block energy and lead to stagnation in life. Remove any work related items and any objects that hold past memories are best forgotten, suchas teddy bears froma past relationship. Placea plant in the comer of your room to prevent energy stagnation. Have a few books placed on your nightstand to encourage Zen as well as apicture you love, and a plant or fresh flowers, However having shelves loaded with books calling out tobe read can be distracting, Remove TVs, exercise equipment, ‘and computers, as they take up energy and distract you from rest and romance. If you must, keep your television set in a cupboard to shutit out. 7 fyou are single and wish to be partnered up, then decorate your roomasif you already are; place side tables and lamps on both sides ofthe bed. Accessorise in pairs and ensure everything is symmetrical. For those already in a relationship consider the bed your love shrine, place loving items on the bedside tables such as a photograph of you and your partner, pair of candles and a rounded leafed plant. Some pink or red accent in and around the bed also encourage romance. 8 Place pictures, at oritems around ‘the room that represent what you would like to see in your own life = such as inner peace, love, or success. A carefully chosen piece of art can have an impact on your personal achievements, Donotto placea mirror opposite, next to, or over the bed. Ths will bounce energy around the room t0allow for good rest, and magnify problems and worries. tis said mirors in the bedroom can invite third party to interfere with your relationship. The only cure to sucha dilemma is to hang decorative material or curtains in front of the mirror cover them up, orif possible turn the mirror away from the bed. TO Ustinaisanineotant factor, Encourage natural light nto your room by using blinds that can easily be openedin the moming, encouraging lightand shutat night blocking out the dark, Balance light from a ceiling light with several low lying lamps to cast a softer glow across your room with a calming effect.