How to achieve a more spiritual home with Feng Shui as a guide

According to Feng Shui, a spiritual home comes from creating an environment that follows the dictates of the ancient Chinese tradition and its rules, through which it is possible to rebalance the energies of the house to infuse positivity into the spirit and mind of those who live there. Here are your tips and practices for a positive, harmonious, and relaxing home.

Spiritual home: Where to start

It is essential that the environment in which we live conveys serenity and positivity. To make the house a domestic temple, it is helpful to find one’s own signs, one’s own symbols, in daily rituals that can transform small or large elements into subjects capable of receiving our intentions, capable of leading us to self-realization. Anything we feel attached to can be useful in this process, as long as we give it a precise meaning.

One of the first things to consider in bringing sacredness and positive energies to the home is how to let natural light fill the space. The language of light is the bearer of universal harmony, the revealer of the energy of life, and the inspiration for the future. The path that leads from light to darkness is also important because it is the path that will guide us from reality to dream, from earth to sky.

One of the first steps of Feng Shui philosophy is the reconnection of man with himself and with nature. The arrangement and orientation of objects are fundamental for the organization of rooms, as well as the shape and color of furniture and objects that are in harmony with the 5 elements. The space, for there to be harmony between man and nature, must be composed of natural elements such as wood, hemp, clay, straw, cork, and natural pigments.

There are also everyday elements and objects that are of great help in immersing oneself in different spiritual practices, among them we can find candles, which make our eyes connect with the vibrant energy of fire; incense, whose aroma intoxicates us stimulating our senses; crystals, which restore the energies of the body and mind, and musical instruments, their sound activates our vitality. For those who wish to rediscover beauty, silence, and inner growth, attention to nature and plants is a necessity. They not only provide us with oxygen but also make us live in green, which is the color of renewal and regeneration. Excellent for restoring physical and mental balance, it is no coincidence that it is often used in places dedicated to health.

The colors

Here are the notions to keep in mind when talking about Feng Shui and colors: first of all, black represents deep water and universal emptiness, it brings depth and strength to a room. Blue, whatever room it is used in, conveys a sense of concentration and serenity. White indicates purity and innocence. White is also the color that contains all other colors, and that is why we are all fascinated by a pure white space. Pink, like red, is often associated with love and has calming properties, as long as it is not too bright. Orange and yellow represent light, which means power and stimulates health.

Space

Also according to the principles of Feng Shui, for a house to be well built, it must be square or rectangular, without corners or missing pieces. According to the medical science of Ayurveda, when the five primordial elements of the body, earth, air, fire, water, and space, are in balance, a person is in a healthy state. Therefore, the five elements must also be in the right place to have a healthy home.

Each direction has a relationship with an aspect of life. The north is the area of career and financial well-being. It is the part of the house where you spend most of your time. In this direction, it is the element of water that brings positive vibrations, so placing an aquarium or a fountain in this corner will certainly bring good energy.

• The south is the area of flames and is positively influenced by the element of fire. It is important that this area of the house is well lit to concentrate all the positive energy and favor activities, especially work. To increase energy, it is recommended to place a very bright lamp or many candles.
• The east side of the house is related to health and reflects the harmony and well-being of you or your family. It is a very important corner and to obtain the greatest benefits it is advisable to place plants, a symbol of vitality.
• The west corner of the house is related to creativity and the lake is the natural element. To increase positive energy and boost creativity, it is helpful to place stones and crystals in this part of the house.
• The northeast corner is the part of the house related to knowledge and the reference element is earth. This corner is a must in the house of a student or someone who enjoys reading and being informed.
• The northwest part is the part related to friendship. The element that can influence this corner of the house is metal. Activating the metal element is possible, for example, by hanging a brass bar or a small bell in this corner, which brings good luck.
• The southeast corner of the house can positively influence everything related to wealth. The carrier of energy is the wind, which, according to Feng Shui principles, has the ability to bring new and good news. The peak of good fortune is achieved if a window is placed in this corner.
• The southwest is the corner of love and marriage. To strengthen this corner so that it infuses energy, it is necessary to fill it with positive vibrations that only fire and light can offer. It will also be very positive to place all symbols of love there.
• The center of the house, or of a room, also has its own characteristics, and when organizing furniture or the internal distribution of the rooms in a house, it should be left as empty as possible. The center is like the pivot of a wheel and, for it to move, producing energy, it must not be blocked or obstructed.