Feng Shui in the bedroom: orientation to the cardinal points, diagrams and images.

Feng Shui Rules

According to ancient science, the energy flows of Shen Qi constantly circulate in space. Nothing should interfere with these flows, since negative energy Sha accumulates in stagnant places, affecting well-being, family relationships and financial well-being. The task of Feng Shui is to direct positive energy in the right direction with the help of competent organization of the surrounding space

Let’s consider several key points that will help you better understand ancient Chinese philosophy:

• Feng Shui is not a set of recommendations on how to properly place furniture in the “wealth”, “love” and “health” zones. The science is based on the search for beauty and harmony.
• First of all, according to Feng Shui, the bedroom should be clean. Lamps and shelves free of dust, windows and mirrors without streaks, washed floors are the key to peace and harmony.
• Amulets and talismans have nothing to do with the classical teachings of Feng Shui, so it is not recommended to clutter up living space with crystals, coins and figurines.
• Ready-made Feng Shui schemes may not be suitable if they are used without taking into account the features of the house and the character of its inhabitants. Qi energy has a positive effect on a person if he or she is determined to change for the better.

Choosing a Color

The color scheme in the bedroom according to Feng Shui is chosen taking into account the taste and well-being of its owner. A person who does not have problems with sleep should give preference to warm light colors: beige, cream, pink. The main design of the bedroom – the color of the wallpaper or paint – should remain neutral. Bright accents of Yang energy are also acceptable in minimal quantities: yellow, orange and rich green. These can be pillows, a carpet and bed linen.

If a married couple needs to bring back romance and passion, Feng Shui experts recommend using a bedspread and curtains in red or burgundy.

The photo shows a bedroom in pastel colors for a person who is not prone to insomnia and wakes up cheerful and rested.

The color of the bedroom, decorated according to Feng Shui, affects people differently. Those who sleep restlessly, often wake up and see emotional dreams, are recommended to maintain the interior in cold tones of Yin energy: gray-violet, lilac, dark green. Blue and even black are also acceptable – it is believed that it absorbs bad luck and protects the house, but a dark interior is not suitable for anxious and melancholic people.

For those who want to improve their health, Feng Shui masters advise decorating the bedroom in shades of metal – white, gray, gold.

Furniture Arrangement

The central place in any bedroom is occupied by a bed:

• It is best if it is made of natural material.
• According to Feng Shui, the space under it should be left open so that positive energy can circulate freely.
• If two people share a room, the passage to the sleeping place should not be obstructed for both.
• To feel safe, it is recommended to place the headboard of the bed close to the wall. There should not be massive chandeliers, cabinets or shelves above it.
• If the sleeper’s head is directed towards the window, the negative impact of the open space should be reduced and thick curtains should be hung.

It is desirable that the furniture (bed, chest of drawers, dressing table) have as few sharp corners as possible. Feng Shui adherents place bedside tables on both sides of the bed, since according to the tradition of the ancient teaching, paired items attract good luck. In modern interiors, there are many bedrooms decorated according to the principle of symmetry.

The photo shows a bedroom decorated according to the rules of Feng Shui: flat ceiling, rounded corners, neutral colors.

It is not recommended to place large wardrobes and shelves in small rooms. It is not necessary to have a spacious room to arrange a bedroom according to Feng Shui: it is enough to reduce the number of objects and furniture. This way, the room will have more space, which means its energy will improve.

A large aquarium should not be placed in the bedroom according to Feng Shui – the activation of the Water element can manifest itself too strongly. The proximity to an aquarium has a negative effect on sleep and well-being: the noise of the filter, the constant movement of fish and bubbles do not contribute to relaxation and sound sleep. But ultimately, it is the owner of the bedroom who decides – for some people, a compact closed aquarium has a calming effect.

The photo shows a room in warm colors. Despite the presence of a work place, the interior looks airy and light: natural shades, unobtrusive shapes and a minimum of furniture make the bedroom cozy and calm.

Bedroom location according to the cardinal directions

When building a house or choosing an apartment, Feng Shui experts advise paying attention to the cardinal directions, but the energy of the bedroom should be calculated individually for each individual person.

It is believed that the location of the bedroom in the north sets you up for deep reflection and sound sleep, but if the owner of the room lives alone, the feeling of loneliness in the northern room can be exacerbated. If the bedroom is in the northeast, active Qi energy can lead to sleep disturbances or insomnia. The northwest is suitable for stable and self-confident people, as well as spouses who have been married for many years. The East promotes entrepreneurship, creativity and helps to build a career.

The south-east bedroom gives energy to creative people who want to increase their knowledge. The south is suitable for passionate natures, as well as young lovers who want to strengthen their relationships. The energy on the west side is good for those who seek pleasure in life, so it is better not to choose this sector for climbing the career ladder. A room located in the southwest is unfavorable for many people: it deprives them of health and contributes to anxiety.

The photo shows a bedroom according to Feng Shui in the northwest sector for a respectable married couple.

Layout features

It is best to place the bedroom at the far end of the apartment – the room next to the front door is exposed to negative energy. If possible, it is worth arranging a place to rest away from the bathroom and kitchen – then extraneous sounds will not disturb you during sleep.

It is ideal if the shape of the room is square or rectangular. If the room has an irregular shape, it is worth smoothing out the corners with furniture or curtains.

Unused space (niches, long narrow passages) do not create positive energy. In addition, a walk-through room with two doors is not suitable for a bedroom according to Feng Shui – such an arrangement contributes to frequent conflicts. But when the owners of the apartment do not have the opportunity to freely choose a place to sleep, this issue is easily resolved without redevelopment: you just need to drape the passage with fabric.

The photo shows a spacious bedroom in a country house, located on the second floor and decorated according to Feng Shui. Panoramic windows are decorated with blackout curtains, which smooth out the influence of negative energy at night.

In one-room apartments, it is advisable to separate the living room area from the bedroom with a screen or light partitions, but massive wardrobes in the middle of the room are not welcomed by Feng Shui.

Ideally, if the ceiling level and does not have bulky structures – according to Feng Shui experts, beams in the attic and multi-level structures prevent energy from circulating freely, which leads to financial problems. If there is no way to solve this problem radically, you can protect the bed with a canopy. Soft material will smooth out the negative impact of sharp corners.

How to decorate a bedroom: decor and lighting?

Feng Shui affects not only the layout and color scheme of the bedroom: it is believed that various accessories also affect the energy of the room.

One of the main elements of decor, around which there is a lot of controversy, is the mirror. Many Feng Shui experts believe that this item is inappropriate in a rest room, since it increases the amount of light, and therefore reflects and activates energy. But for most people, a full-length mirror in the bedroom is a necessary element. If you can’t do without it, you should choose a round product without corners. It is believed that placing a mirror opposite the bed or on the ceiling is unacceptable: sleeping people should not be reflected in it, so as not to lose vitality at night.

There is no place for a TV or a computer in the bedroom. It is best if upon waking up a person sees a beautiful painting hanging on the wall: flowers, landscapes without rivers and lakes (as we have already mentioned, proximity to the water element in the bedroom can be dangerous). The images should carry only positive emotions, so it is better to refuse paintings with natural disasters, an erupting volcano or lightning. Feng Shui also does not recommend using photographs of deceased relatives as decoration.

The photo shows a bedroom with a large mirror that does not reflect the sleepers. Its frame is decorated with rounded elements that soften the shape of the product. The bed is close to the window, but has a high headboard so that a person feels safe.

According to Feng Shui, the bedroom is a place where it is forbidden to use decor associated with the animal world: deer antlers, feathers and skins will look better in the living room. Clocks are also not welcome in the bedroom: despite the fact that this item is highly respected by Feng Shui masters, they do not recommend placing large mechanical clocks in the bedroom. The maximum is a compact alarm clock that can be hidden. But in a child’s bedroom, a clock with a large dial is quite appropriate – with their help, children learn to handle time carefully.

Houseplants also affect the interior according to Feng Shui. It is believed that the rest room should not be overloaded with flowers: two or three flowerpots or pots are enough. Experts believe that each plant carries its own energy. For example, dracaena and ficus symbolize prosperity, which means they bring a stable cash flow. Violet is responsible for love, so it is placed in the bedroom to strengthen the romantic relationship between spouses, as well as to improve personal life. Feng Shui does not favor artificial flowers, herbariums, and ikebana, since “dead” plants bring negativity into the house.

We should talk about lighting separately. Natural light is considered the best option, but if there is not enough sun in the room, you can use lamps. It is worth buying simple chandeliers and sconces with rounded lampshades. It is also necessary to take into account the color temperature: lamps with a value of up to 3500 Kelvin give a warm, cozy light, but Feng Shui does not welcome bright LEDs in the house. In addition, dust and insects should not be allowed to appear inside the lamps: they carry bad energy.

The photo shows a bedroom for a young woman. Two paired lamps with warm light stand on both sides of the bed. The soft headboard is located close to the wall and gives a feeling of security.

The arrangement of the bedroom according to the precepts of ancient Chinese teachings is in many ways similar to the principles of ergonomics and safety. Many recommendations take into account human psychology, and therefore are not devoid of common sense. In addition, rearranging and updating the interior, as well as keeping the house clean, has a beneficial effect on a person, and whether to follow the rules of Feng Shui or not is a purely individual choice.