Archive for May, 2009
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.
Anybody can apply Feng Shui in their homes. Of course, complex ones are out of the question. Feng Shui is like any other form of discipline. Years of study and practice are necessary to be able to practice Feng Shui accurately. But simple principles can be applied.
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.
Other examples of Feng Shui include: the home location should not be at the dead end of the road; ceilings should be high and bright; decorating with live plants and flowers help the flow of chi in a room.
Red is a lucky color and yellow is not just a happy hue but is also a sign of good health and happiness. Incorporating these colors is favorable for positive energy to flow into your home. Area rugs for example in the positive colors don’t only look appealing but also bring in a favorable ambiance.
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.