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Feng Shui Bathroom

Can the placement of a mirror really make a difference in the mood and energy of a living space? Followers of the ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui believe so.   Developed thousands of years ago, Feng Shui is the art of creating a personal environment that promotes health, and good fortune, and positive energy, called ‘qi’.   Feng Shui can be very complex and require training but even for a novice, there are small changes that can be made to make a home ‘Feng Shui’ friendly.

Before any changes can be made that enhance the qi in your home, clutter must be cleared as it is the biggest blocker of positive energy flow.  Start by eliminating the things you don’t need, and you will quickly feel a change in the mood and qi in the room.

Once clutter is out of the way, consider these room-by-room suggestions to achieve a positive environment throughout your home.

Bedroom: The purpose of the bedroom should be sleep and relaxation.  Desks, TVs and electronics should be removed as they are a sleep distraction.  The same goes for exercise equipment because it promotes restlessness. The best location for the bed is facing the door, but not in line with it.  Also, the headboard should be against the wall, with easy access to both sides of the bed.  Lighting should be dim or even replaced by candles. Anything that can be placed in pairs, such as nightstands, will help promote romance.

Kitchen: In Feng Shui, the kitchen symbolizes wealth, so it should have good qi surrounding it to attract prosperity into the home.  Feng Shui teaches that the burners on a stove are what generate the wealth, so the placement of the stove is crucial. It should not be in line with the door, placed in the corner or under a window (otherwise, the wealth will escape). Microwaves that sit above the stove do not promote positive qi.

Feng Shui Kitchen

Living Room: A living room is the place where family and friends gather, so it is important it reflects togetherness.   The sofa should not be sitting under an exposed beam or be pushed against a door or window,  but instead be against a wall.  If the living room has more than one seat, they should be arranged in a semi-circle, not facing each other, to encourage conversations. The room should have artwork, family photos and live plants.  If there is a fireplace, it should be the focus of the room.  If there isn’t a fireplace, a TV can be the centerpiece, but only in a cabinet that can be closed when not in use.

Bathroom: The key to having a Feng Shui friendly bathroom depends on its location in your house, which can be challenging in an already established home.  If the bathroom location can’t be preplanned, the easiest way to adhere to the principals of Feng Shui  is to simply keep the doors, toilet seat and shower closed.  Mirrors are encouraged since they speed up and circulate energy, but they should not be placed in front of the toilet.

Like a religion, Feng Shui has a deep rooted history with many methods and theories.  You can learn more by visiting sites such as Feng Shui Room Design, Mind Body Green and Feng Shui World Magazine.

About Alejandra

About Alejandra

Since 2008, organizing expert & certified life coach, Alejandra Costello has taught thousands of students in 132 countries how to get organized through her video-based training programs. Her YouTube videos have been viewed 100+ million times. Named 1 of the 5 most organized people in America by HGTV and “The Decluttering Queen” by Good Morning America, Alejandra’s expertise has been featured in The New York Times, Oprah.com, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Good Housekeeping, Family Circle, Woman’s Day, Parents Magazine, and CBS. 

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