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Why Feng Shui
In the early days, the Chinese used Feng Shui concept and philosophy to promote harmony in their surroundings. They believed that there are correct configurations concerning the flow of energy, which one can use to promote prosperity and to improve one’s well-being.
Today, Feng Shui has become a part of people’s lifestyle, in building their homes, in decorating a room, in choosing furniture, even in redecorating simple spaces. In the concept of Feng Shui, the world is made of energy and that there is that invisible energy called chi, which is in every corner surrounding us.
However, not all chi energy is positive. Negative chis also exist, and it is the goal of any person through Feng Shui to decrease the presence of depressing elements. Feng Shui deals with decorating colors, shapes, and sounds as well as the lighting of spaces. People who refer to Feng Shui for decorating tips have admitted its significance in encouraging prosperity and wellness. Likewise, it has strengthened their relationships with family and business partners.
However, though it contributes a lot to your well-being, Feng shui is not the only way to success. It is a tool that people can use to change life, but must go with hard work and determination for it to work.
2009 Feng Shui Tips for a Prosperous Life
1. Windows are the eyes of your home, so keep them clean and clear, make sure they open and close freely. Fix broken panes, and make sure that clutters do not spoil views both ways.
2. Make your home vibrant and blooming. A healthy and wealthy life does not thrive in a thrift shop. Think about the messages your belongings are sending out.
3. Look closely at your artworks at home. Are they the exact opposites of positives? An easy cure for this is to put pairs of things around your home - candlesticks, flowers, artwork of couples, coins in jars.
4. Hanging bells on your front door is good Feng Shui. They alert you, increasing your feeling of security and good feeling.
5. Clear all clutters. Things you do not use are clutters in the eyes of good energy. Gather and give them to people who, you think, need them. In addition, dust every nook and cranny to get trapped energy out of your home.
6. Good energy thrives when plants are happy. Get rid of dead or sickly ones plants including dried arrangements. Take care of your plants very well. As much as possible, avoid plastic arrangement. However, if you do not have a green thumb, but you would like to brighten a dark corner or windowless space, you can cheer up your area with beautiful silk flowers instead.
7. The bedroom, especially the bed, is something very important in Feng Shui. Do not store anything under the bed except neatly folded sheets and blankets. Avoid clutters like laundry, shoes and other personal things including anything made of metal, even unpleasant looking images and photos that hold sad memories. Have your plants in the house except the bedroom.
8. Replace broken lights. Light brings energy to any space. Feng Shui is energy, harmony, and balance. Repair broken appliances or electronics. Otherwise, it is best to throw them away.
9. If you have difficulty moving out jammed energies, then shake up the Ch'i by simply lifting up and setting down 27 things. Move them the tiniest bit will bring you in-tune with the universe. However, do not be shocked if some of these things end up getting moved in a big way!
Feng Shui is the energy in our lives. It identifies the imbalances that exist and "cures" them. In the end, when you live and work in a balance space, life gets better. Thus, Feng Shui is about enhancing your life by enhancing your space.
