Feng Shui is
built on simple, common-sense techniques of energy enhancement that not only
make your home vibrant but also organise the energy for positive healthy
living. The way this energy interacts with your home also defines the
connection you have with it. This in turn affects your mood and well-being. Feng Shui is not
about artificial things; rather about bringing the natural world into your
indoor areas in a way that creates harmony between you and your surroundings by
utilising only the positive energy
forces. We asked a renowned Kolkata-based Feng Shui expert to clarify some of
the laws of this ancient Chinese practise, and she gave us these simple,
concrete ideas on how to use Feng Shui
to help in guiding and inspiring your house
design.
Feng Shui Tips for Positive Vibes in Your Home
The five
natural elements—earth, wood, fire, water, and metal—are best present naturally
in the required sectors. In their absence, they may be balanced physically or
metaphorically within the limitations of modern homes.
Fire
represents fame, reputation, romance and
courage. To increase the fire element use a fireplace (real or faux) or a burning candle or a red lamp or simply
warm tones of orange and red.
Wood
represents growth, health and stability. Plants, flowers and shrubs function
well in apartments with no outdoor spaces and in urban living areas since we
all need to feel connected to nature. They enhance the wood element for growth
and inspiration. Homes that have spacious yards or gardens where kids run and
play add a naturally positive yang energy to make you feel uplifted and
cheerful.
Sunlight is
the natural charger of the environment. A dark and dingy home without natural
light can affect health and mood negatively. A bright sunny home, it goes
without saying, brings in a productive energy and happiness like no other. When you want to extend a space and bring in
additional light, mirrors are a quick fix. When hanging a mirror, make sure it
reflects more light, a peaceful scene or
a positive area of the room. Basically what you want to reflect or multiply in
your life. Therefore, no mirrors opposite the couple’s bed she says, as that
might add an extra person to the twosome. An evocative natural scenery on the
outside of a garden or mountains is an added bonus to activate the energy
circulation in the property. It’s like a phone or device on full charge always!
When it
comes to paintings and sculptures used for home décor, stay away from images
that convey aggressiveness, despair or loneliness, as well as dull, scary,
harsh, or ugly imagery, says the well-known Feng Shui consultant in Kolkata.
At a basic
level, make sure that your living space is clutter-free, airy, smells good and
receives plenty of natural air and light.Pet animals like dogs and fish etc
bring in happy energy with their movement. A quiet fountain or bird feeder
achieves the same.
Water represents wisdom, knowledge and helpful
people. People opt for fountains and swimming pools in wrong areas where water
is not required or keep it dirty or never change the water. A clean and clear
water body can refresh our thought process with positive energy or deflect bad
thoughts or even dissolve bad energy
from our environment, thereby also
deflecting potential problems that may arise from time to time or at least
diminish them. According to the famous Feng Shui expert in Kolkata, pets and plants should be well-cared for-when they
are healthy and happy they add living energy to the home.
Metal represents our decision making, action and discipline. It can be corrected by adding a metal showpiece or vase. A lack of metal element in the right sector can weaken decision making and discipline but excessive makes one cold and robotic in their routine.
Conclusion
The goal is
to achieve a harmonious yin-yang balance between all of the elements. However,
this is to be done cautiously or with professional help, especially with fire
and water elements which one should not have in excess. Usually people are
drawn to elements that they already have in excess of in their surroundings or
do not require any more of or are a major source of discord in their life.
People who struggle with aggression should avoid incorporating too many fire
components into their decor. In contrast, personality types who are low in motivation
and courage should increase the amount of fire in their houses to help them
feel more energised. Similarly, excessive water element is not advised for it
can cause depression to the already stressed. Your quality of life is greatly
influenced by where you live and how it makes you feel. You can seek help from
the Feng Shui consultant near you to
assist you in making your living environment more balanced and positively
stimulated.
