We are now approaching the last week of February, which means… my last topic on feng shui. For the past weeks, I touched on the home fortune forecast for the different animal signs, tips and features to look out for before buying a home and also on harmful energies and their cures. I am saving the best for last, which is feng shui for the bedroom. This is something EVERYONE can relate to, whether they live in a huge house or a small apartment.
The bedroom is an important part of the home, obviously. This is where we replenish our bodies and minds after a long day at work or errands. This is also an important space for couples and the foundation of a happy marriage. I researched on some basic feng shui tips we can all apply to this intimate space for some great and positive energies.
1. Have back up. In order to have quality sleep, it is essential that the bed has to have backing. Do not leave it in the middle of the room. If it is not placed against the wall, the occupant will not be able to feel rested even after long hours of sleep. A window is not considered as backing. The cure is to place horizontal venetian blinds on the window with the slats or louvers faced upwards.
2. Sometimes, we design homes with exposed beams for character. However, be careful where you place the beams in the bedroom. Try not to have it above th=e head. This can cause migraines or that feeling of heaviness. Cabinets above the head will result in the same experience. Also avoid placing it where it cuts through the middle of the bed from above. It can cause the couple to move away from the center due to pressure created by the presence of the beam, creating distance between them.
3. Avoid placing the bedroom above the garage. This is something my clients and I make sure to note when we do our space planning. This tip is pretty practical since unwanted gases from the revving up of the cars may find its way to the bedrooms which is unhealthy to the occupants.
4. To create a more spacious feel, we use mirrors as a trick for small spaces. However, we should be careful where we place the mirrors in the bedrooms. Instead of making things better, we may be inviting more harmful effects. When I attended a seminar out of town, I remember there was a mirror in front of my bed. For some reason, I was very restless throughout the night and could not sleep well. Even my father told me it is not advisable to sleep directly in front of one. According to feng shui, it depletes our personal energies instead of replenishing our bodies at night. If the mirror is free standing, it is easy to move it around and find a new place for the accessory. If your mirrors come with the closet doors facing you, you can cover them with fabric or if you own the space, it may be wise to remove all those mirrors. My mirror during that seminar was on top of a vanity table and I just covered it with an extra blanket. I was able to sleep well afterwards. If the mirror is fixed, be creative and cover it up with a stack of books or a huge arrangement of flowers or a piece of art to cover it. This does not mean you cannot have mirrors in your bedroom. Just be mindful of their location.
5. If your bedroom is near the kitchen area, avoid placing the bed against the wall behind the stove. We may end up feeling “hot-headed” due to the fire “chi” created by the appliance. How do we avoid feeling temperamental? Easy – just move the location of the bed.
Hope these five basic tips will help create a more restful and positive energy in your bedrooms!
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