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Feng shui is deeply rooted in Chinese the history of China. Feng shui is a long-standing practice that began within an agricultural community. It was employed to aid families in thriving. The same principle is used that are used today to bring peace, happiness, and success to homes, business and even cities.

What exactly is Feng Shui?

Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese practice that promotes harmony and balance within a space can help you increase the flow of energy and enjoy a peaceful life. Feng Shui demands that you incorporate five elements that naturally exist in your home: water, metal fire, wood and earth. It is also important to strike a balance among them.

The bagua/pakua, which is the Feng Shui energy map, is among the most important tools. It helps you apply the principles to areas of your home which reflect your goals such as wealth, relationships with your career and health, as well as travel. Below is a map that shows the different areas in your home and the elements they represent.

If, for instance, you’ve always wanted to work on your career, you can incorporate elements of water in the entry area (north) of your home for example, an art piece of water, water fountain mirror, or a play of dark colours.

The objective is to find equilibrium – that is, the Yin and Yang

You can achieve harmonious energy within your home by balancing the Yin and Yang. Yin is the energy that is passive that promotes relaxation, and Yang is the active energy that supports productivity and socialisation. Though one can’t be separated from the other, it’s possible to attain equilibrium by using Yin and Yang in various rooms. Yin would be great for bedrooms and bathrooms, while Yang would be needed in the kitchen, in front of the door and dining room.

The interplay of all five forces and elements are what creates a well-balanced home, and creates an atmosphere that attracts positive energy. In Chinese tradition, positive energy is referred to as ‘qi’ and which is pronounced as “chee’.

Tips to create excellent Feng Shui at home

1. Keep the walkway to your front door tidy and clear.

Feng Shui considers the front door as the mouth for qi. This is where energy can flow and flow into. Positive energy flows into your home through clearing the pathway which leads to it. Take a look around your front porch to look for trees and other obstructions that could block the entrance of qi.

2. Learn how to control an area

The command position lets you manage your life and be prepared for what comes at you. If you place your furniture in a diagonal position away from your door, in an area where you are able to observe who and what is entering the door, you’re in a position of control. This is the case for your sofa, bed, and even your home office desk. The command position enables you to unwind and relax. You’re well-prepared whatever comes your way.

3. To let energy flow, remove any clutter in the room.

Feng Shui is all about keeping harmony between the elements of the home. Your home could be a source of qi blockage when it is filled with things that interfere with the flow of energy. Unorganized thoughts can cause clutter that can make you feel heavy down. Clearing your space lets the mind to wander freely. Home Feng Shui Brentwood allows you to maximize natural light by getting rid of things that get in its way.

4. Reduce the flow of energy.

Once all the clutter is removed, your next challenge is to stop the energy flow. Keep the positive energy within your house.

Start with your home’s pathways. Because there aren’t many straight lines in nature, an ideal setup is where the two doors aren’t directly in front of one another. This is particularly true for your front door as well as your back entrance. It’s not a good idea to allow the positive vibes to be left behind when they get there!

The placement of artwork, rugs, objects to look at to draw attention to the items before moving on may slow the flow of energy.

5. Choose your home placement wisely.

Placing your home near messy places is believed to bring negative qi. Avoid living in front of cemeteries, near rubbish dump sites , or power stations. Similarly, steer clear of living in the highest point or ‘end’ of a T-intersection as this could send an enormous amount of energy directly into your home.

Your home’s reflection of what you’re about and the type of energy you’d like to invite. You’ll be able to discern when things are going wrong once you have a sense of the things you like. You’ll know exactly which elements you should add or take away.