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Feng Shui For Bedroom
Feng Shui is the ancient art of arranging one's environment to channel
the natural forces in the most positive way possible. The subject sits
on that fine line between common sense and mysticism.
There's enough feng shui wisdom around to fill this entire site!
Since neither you nor I have time for that, here are a few introductory tips and ideas on
how to enhance your bedroom through both choice of furniture and its layout.
Many feng shui experts agree on the information below, but as always these points are
generalisations and my interpretations.
What works for one person might not work for another. The only way you'll know is to try
a tip and see how effective it is - as always, do whatever is best for you.
Ideas and Advice
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- Clear Out the Clutter
Many
people keep their living areas spotless but allow their bedroom to become a jungle
of discarded clothes, bedding and luggage! Clutter represents blocked chi. Even
if we don't think we notice it, the mess will nag at our minds and disturb us.
If you really can't get rid of all the junk and don't have bedroom storage then you might
at least want to buy a screen to partition off a storage area.
- Look at the Decor
If you're having trouble sleeping, stop for a second and look at the decor. Is the
bedroom decorated in bright colours with loud designs? Do the walls seem to be shouting
at you? If so then perhaps that's contributing to your insomnia.
Of course, there are times when you want your bedroom to be an exciting, active
place. You might consider decorating the room in a quiet, pastel motif then having
loud, stimulating hangings and accessories that can be easily erected as necessary.
- Beware the Dragons
Dragons are a particular example of decor and many people have dragon symbols in their bedroom. Dragons are a powerful Yang
force. Whilst they have their uses, they are not conducive to a good night's sleep.
If you want
dragons in the bedroom then you might like to buy pictures or wall hangings that can be
put up when desired and removed when not in use.
- Position Your Bed Carefully
The arrangement of the bed is an important part of bedroom feng shui - after all, it's
where you spend the night. Your bed should be positioned against a sturdy wall. Avoid aligning it directly with a door. Apart
from the feng shui problems this causes, you could be in for a draft!
If you must align the bed with a door, consider some sort of ceiling hanging to break
the line.
Above all, do not sleep with your feet facing the door - this is known in Feng Shui
as the "coffin position".
- Mirrors
There's nothing intrinsically wrong with mirrors in a bedroom, however they should be
carefully arranged. The basic advice is to avoid positioning them where you can see your
own face whilst in bed. If you have a wall mounted one that you can't move, considering covering it
when it isn't in use.
- Move Your Gym
Many people seem to use their bedrooms as a home gym. They have all sorts of
exercise equipment laying around. Consider for a minute your rowing machine
or exercise bike. What does it make you think of? Relaxation and peace? Or hard work
and activity?
Exactly. So if you want to sleep better, consider moving your home
gym to a different room - or at least finding some way to screen the equipment from the bed.
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