Feng Shui has several simple guidelines that can affect the flow of energies within your residence

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Feng Shui has several simple guidelines that can affect the flow of energies within your residence

There are certain sciences that require you to believe in them completely before experiencing any benefits. Others have two levels, basic and advanced, which can be followed depending on the extent of one’s faith in it. Feng Shui, belongs to the latter category. While the advanced levels do require in-depth knowledge and a substantial amount of faith as well, some of the simple things recommended are pretty much on the lines of common sense. For instance, as per the guidelines by ‘A Circle of Light’ it is advised to make the first impression upon entering your home a warm and welcoming one. Add flowering plants in groups of three's along the walkway to your front door. If possible, light the walkway to your door at night. Get rid of any dried flowers in your space. Clear away any clutter and trim over grown plants in all yard areas. Move your furniture around; it's fun to create something new and exciting to come home to. You will also change the flow of energy, which is good to do every so often. Clean out your closets and drawers. Play calming music like ocean waves, forest sounds or rain. The minimalist approach to furniture placement also seems to have its origins in Feng Shui principles. Feng Shui is supposed to impact your personal life in many ways. For instance, according to Kishore Dharmani, those who are unsuccessful in finding a life partner should paint their bedroom in any shade of pink or peach. When it comes to choosing the right furniture in a Feng Shui space, Josh Thompson advises opting for colours according to the energy you need. One tip is to choose a neutral sofa and then add one or two accent pieces representing your favourite elements. Think fire for passion and energy, metal materials for clarity, and wood for vitality. A harmonious Feng Shui water element will bring a refreshing calm to the area, while a strong earth element in your home can help create a sense of stability. By splurging on the furniture that’s most important to the room as a whole, you will feel good about both the quality and tranquillity of the new additions. If you want something that is going to stand out, choose furniture with texture instead of color. In many cases, you can find a couch with fabric that has tone on tone patterns, allowing it to appear neutral, having the ability to blend with the rest of your room. While a solid coloured piece of furniture may seem plain, look for one with textures, such as raised lines much like corduroy, which will complement the rest of your living space. Every room needs balancing by adding varying textures. Consider using throw pillows, decorative rugs, drapery. In order to have a balanced and comfortable room, combining different textures, shapes and colours is the key. Generally, natural materials like cotton, silk and wool attract better energy than synthetics. Find what textures work for you, and follow your natural instinct from there. There are some pieces of furniture with silver legs, and your room may be accented with gold. Be sure to look at this aspect of your furniture, because although it may not seem to stand out in the showroom, once you add it to your living space, it could become an unexpected eyesore. Feng Shui accents should include good quality, smooth edges and proper placement. No detail is too small to affect the energy flow in a room. Difficulties can often be cured by placing and rearranging objects within the space. Get a second opinion; consider the thoughts of your friends and family. Sometimes seeing something through the eyes of another can help establish a clear view.