If there was any area in the home that needed a boost it’s the bedroom. Ask any couple after a hard day at work and they’ll most likely agree. The principles of element and energy are used in feng shui to bring positive energy to your home and your life. One way this energy flows through your home is dependent on the position of your furniture.

Here are some Feng Shui Tips for the bedroom that will turn your most private area into a sanctuary or a love nest if you choose.

1.     Remove everything from your room that doesn’t inspire what you want from your bedroom.

We clutter our bedroom space with treadmills (they double as clothes hangers), televisions, radios and the like. All of these things dampen the energy that should flow freely. You have televisions in other rooms so let that be where you watch it.

2.     Choose a color that brings balance to your bedroom.

According to feng shui, flesh tones are good for adding sensuality to your bedroom. Deep browns are significant with the wood element which brings life and vitality. As you sleep, your body is repairing itself and renewing your energy for the next day.

3.      Leave space below your bed for energy to flow all around it.

Beds with drawers underneath block the energy in your bedroom from surrounding you. If your sexual energy is running a little low, it is important to have the most positive energy possible in the bedroom.

4.      Add artwork.

We place artwork in the living room for family and friends to see but in the bedroom, it’s for you. If you want your bedroom to be a sanctuary use photos of tropical places, flowers, and other soothing images that reflect how you want to feel there. To “get in the mood” choose images that bring out the sensual side of you.

5.      Adjust the lighting.

Different levels of light change the look of the colors in your room. Use candles, soft lighting or dimmer switches to let more light in or keep light out. Natural light nourishes your body and it is no different in your home.

6.      Choose a good quality bed and bedding.

We’ve talked about the look of the bedroom but not the main item in the room. A bed with a comfortable, well made mattress is essential for adequate rest. A bed with a headboard and a footboard that’s sturdy can be expensive but it’s worth it in the long run. Don’t forget the sheets either. High thread count bedding is soft to the touch and welcoming after a long, hard day.

So, how does your bedroom stack up? If the energy in your room is waning a little, use the above advice to get it moving strong again.

A well-decorated front door attracts a high amount of energy, which will in turn provide nourishment, good relationships, success and a healthier life to its inhabitants. Conversely, bad Feng Shui in your front entrance can block successes and happiness in your life.

To ensure the mouth of your home’s Chi is as welcoming as possible, follow the tips below.

1.  Make sure the front entrance is visible and appealing.  Make sure that no overgrown bushes or trees are obscuring the view of the door.  You want to make sure the walkway and front entrance are visible and easy to find.

2. Make sure the front door and the path leading to the front door remain free from physical blockage. Energy should be able to flow freely to your front door without hitting any objects in the way, such as garbage can or garden gnomes.

3. Paint your door a color that welcomes in the chi.  Use a bright color such as red or purple, one that is appealing and will coordinate with the rest of your house.  A bright color will be inviting and attract the energy into your home.

4. The front door needs to open easily. Just as the Chi’s energy should not be obstructed on the path to your front door, you do not want to obstruct the Chi’s path by blocking the door’s path as it opens into your home.

5. Keep the front entrance well-maintained. Do not allow rust to build up or lighting fixtures to remain broken. A door that squeaks should be fixed, in order to maintain good Feng Shui.

By following the above Feng Shui Tips you will attract positive energy into your home and into your life.

The kitchen is considered to be the heart of the home and in Feng Shui it represents wealth and prosperity for the family.

Stove Placement

In Feng Shui the stove symbolizes wealth and its placement is of great importance. The ideal placement is in an island in the center of the kitchen, enabling the cook to see all around.   Most kitchen layouts have the stove against a wall where the cook’s back is often to the door, placing the cook in a vulnerable position.   This is considered bad  Feng Shui, because a startled cook can spoil the food or become injured.

To remedy this you can place a mirror or reflective tile at the back of the stove so you can see behind you.   This also has the added benefit of visually doubling the number of burners on the stove, and therefore increases the potential for wealth.

In Feng Shui because the stove represents the fire element and the sink represents the water element,  it is recommended that you do not place them side-by-side or opposite one another.   (Water controls or puts out fire).

Stove Condition

The stove must also be kept clean and in good working condition. Make a point of using all the burners regularly, so as to not miss out on any potential source of  wealth.

Clear Clutter

Keep the kitchen free from clutter.  Remove all unnecessary and broken items. Keep knives in a drawer or block rather than on a rack, as exposed sharp items are bad Feng Shui.

Living Energy

Add beauty and life-force energy to your space by placing a vase of  beautiful flowers or a bowl of fresh fruit on your table.   Beautiful flowers will uplift you and your space!

By following these simple Feng Shui Tips For The Kitchen you will create a space that is welcoming where family and friends will enjoy for a long time to come.

Feng Shui, which literally translates to “wind” and “water”, was developed and practiced in China thousands of years ago.  it is a system used to understand the relationship between people and the spaces they live or work in.   It is about living harmoniously with nature and “chi”, the life force energy that exists in all living things.

A good flow of energy is considered to bring good health, abundance, good relationships and happiness.  It is a method of organization and design that brings harmony and peace to your home or work space.

Learn and use Feng Shui strategies in your home or workplace to:

• Enhance Your Relationships

• Support Good Health

• Increase Wealth and Prosperity

• Improve Career

• Create New Opportunities

While there are different schools of Feng Shui the basic principles are the same.   The practice of Feng Shui involves looking at your goals, aspirations as well as challenges or obstacles that you may be facing.  Your space is then analyzed for Chi Flow, Balance of Yin and Yang, Balance of the 5 Elements.  In addition a tool called a BaGua (map) is used to adjust and enhance the areas of  your space that correspond to various aspects of  your life.

Adjustments or enhancements may include the rearrangement of furniture, adding color, or the placement of artwork and/or objects that have symbolic meaning and are in alignment with your goals and aspirations.

As you practice Feng Shui you will soon see your environment reflect back to your life and vice versa.

Feng Shui is a fascinating and powerful way to create a nurturing and supportive space within your  home or workplace and when aligned with your intention will help you manifest the life you desire.