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The principles of Feng shui are
said to play a dominant role in the placement of the door of the house as it is
considered 'the mouth of the chi' or the route by which positive vibes enter
the house. Check out how you can enhance various aspects of your life by
correct placement of your desk and its layout. When applying Feng shui to your
home, don't give the short change to your bathroom. Find out how you can use
Feng shui crystals to best advantage.
Feng Shui Bathroom
The ideal feng shui bathroom would be the one that is located away from the front door, dining room, kitchen
and living room. Ensure to delineate the toilet area from the bath area. Good
ventilation coupled with plants can create a relaxed atmosphere. Use soft
colors instead of sharp ones.
Some essential of Feng shui bathrooms merely
adhere to common rules of good housekeeping. Avoid dripping taps and keep the
bathroom and toilet spotlessly clean. Do not place a mirror to reflect the
toilet. Keep bathroom doors closed.
Wrongly placed bathrooms may drain away Chi instead of
allowing it to pervade around the house. A centrally located bathroom is also
to be avoided. Do not locate bathrooms under the stairs or directly above the
kitchen or main door of the house. After all you begin your day in the bathroom
and it surely could do with good vibes.
Feng Shui Desk
Be it the desk at your office or the one in the
reading room, applying feng shui principles on the same activates the positive
energy sector of the place. The desk size, location, and style are critical.
Ideal location for the desk is southwest or south, the direction of positive
energy related to one's career. Remember, there should not be a wall or
partition in front of you when you sit on the desk.
Do not clutter your desk, as clutter is associated
with negative energy. Ensure that your desk is neatly organized with paper
holders, cabinets and is spacious enough to sit and work. Check out tips for a
Feng shui desk:
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Left side is your health area. Place the out-tray
here.
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Right side is ideal to place the in-tray in this
wealth enrichment area.
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Right-hand edge - Reference books can be kept in
this wisdom area.
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North side is ideal direction for coffee or tea
cup
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Northeast is suitable for crystal paperweight
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Northwest - Best place to keep Computer Terminal
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East - Keep some fresh flowers in this area
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South - Desk lamp or something red
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Southeast - A small green plant to add fortune
to your career.
Feng Shui Crystal
Feng shui crystal is a great energy conductor and is often used to balance the elements
and chi in a space. Adding crystals to your living space or an office will
encourage the free flow of energy, the absence of which might affect health,
thought and abundance of wealth. Usage of feng shui crystals is based on its
color and shape. For instance, a feng shui quartz crystal is used to amplify a
person's thoughts and feelings, while a rose quartz crystal is used to attract
love and romance. Listed below are few feng shui crystal and their
characteristics.
Feng Shui Crystal Balls: These faceted crystal balls are known for
their healing qualities and are used as different kinds of cure. When kept in a
sunlight area, these balls emanate rainbow colors which are believed to bring
vitality and balance in that given space. Apart from blessings and balance, Feng
Shuii Crystal balls are believed to protect the space from sha chi (negative
energy). The ideal way to keep these balls is to hang them from ceiling either
in the doorway or in windows. However, they can also be placed in sharp corners
or beneath a ceiling fan or in study area.
For best
results, ensure to hang the feng shui crystal balls with red string or ribbon. Size
of the crystal ball is very crucial. In general, a 40mm or larger crystal balls
are used for larger rooms while a 30mm is preferred for smaller rooms or under
ceiling fans or bed and desk. Use 20mm crystals for the interior of your cars.
Lead Crystal Sphere: These gorgeous crystals are believed to bring good luck and fortune to the space. They activate the chi and enhance the balances of the yang as well.
Hematite: Believed to have both protective and healing qualities, a hematite
usually brings balance and grounding effects to the space provided. It is best
to keep them in the children's room especially if your child gets over excited
easily.
Feng Shui Doors
By principles of feng shui, the main door is the
'mouth of chi' through which energy enters the building. Few characteristics
attributed to feng shui doors are solid, glass paneling with muslin or similar
clothes on it, inward opening of the front doors, larger front doors and
smaller back doors, and identical doors in case of 2 panel sections. Direction
of front door is of vital importance in feng shui since it indicates the type
of energy prevalent at home.
For instance, a north-facing front door indicates the
presence of ba gua in the home or building. In other words, a person with a
north-facing front door is bound to have career related issues and experience
difficulties in sustaining long-term relationship. The element and colors of
the door also play a crucial role in feng shui. Remember, the colors of your
door should reflect the compass direction it faces. In other words, the
alignment of the door should be in accordance with the five elements of feng
shui or should balance the elemental properties of the energies of the sector
where the door is placed. Listed below are few tips on feng shui doors, its
directions, and color.
| Directions |
Feng Shui Element |
Recommended Feng shuid door colors |
| South |
Fire |
Red, Pink, Burgandy |
| Southwest |
Earth |
Yellow, Brown |
| West |
Metal |
White, Silver, Copper or Gold |
| Northwest |
Metal |
White, Silver, Copper or Gold |
| North |
Water |
Black, Blue |
| Northeast |
Earth |
Yellow, Brown |
| East |
Wood |
Green |
| Southeast |
Wood |
Green |
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