Understanding the basic principles of feng shui is vitally important if you want to use it in your home. You have to learn the various methods for getting the proper flow of chi around your property. Feng shui is based on the principle that the proper physical arrangement of the furniture in your home can bring you good luck and prosperity. When done according to the rules of feng shui you can expect to have harmony, peace and loads of good luck while bad placement could bring you just the opposite.
Feng Shui comes from a set of ancient Chinese beliefs. Its core principle is to optimize the flow of chi by properly positioning objects inside and outside the home. It’s said that a good flow of chi will bring good luck, happiness and better health to everyone inside the home. On the other hand, blocked or dead chi is often related to misfortune and illnesses.
It is impossible to become a feng shui expert overnight, especially since incorporating these principles into your home demands a careful study into the geography and orientation of the property itself. You also have to determine several different aspects such as the Chinese zodiac sign and the lucky number of each household member. There’s a plethora of factors you have to take into consideration in order to achieve the ‘perfect’ or ideal feng shui setup at home.
But even without all the study and theory, you can still use the principles in your home with a few basic rules. These include the proper positioning of doors and windows: remember that chi cannot exit the same way it entered, so a back door and a window in every room is crucial. Mirrors are also important elements in feng shui because they can be used to alter the path of chi. Chairs and tables also should never be placed under beams.
Trusting your instincts while rearranging furniture will more or less help you determine if the room feels right or not for you. With a good feng shui book and a little trial and error, you should soon find the perfect combination that brings harmony to your home.
Even small trinkets and decorative items can have big effects on the feng shui of your house. Animal figurines such as horses and mandarin ducks are usually a safe option; horses signify success in your career, while mandarin ducks symbolize loyalty.
Color is also a major factor: red, for example, is often a lucky color in feng shui. Try a large red area rug in the living room or main bedrooms. If the color clashes with the current decor, try using bamboo rugs. These are considered safe choices as they also add to the calm and serene ambiance to your home. Besides, its neutral color and texture will be sure to match with any type of interior design theme.
While there’s nothing wrong with following the rules of feng shui for your home, always keep in mind that it is only a guide to enhancing good luck and positive vibes. Whether its success in your career or in redecorating your house, it is only hard work and patience that will guarantee success.
