Feng Shui Tips If You Move To A New Home

If you want to make sure your new home has good energy and vibes, you'll want to keep these feng shui tips in mind.

A central principle of Feng Shui practice is harmony in the living space. The goal is to create positive energy flow, reinforcing the good energy that is already present. If this is done, the people living in those homes will thrive and enjoy a peaceful, healing environment that is good for their health and mind.

When we move into a new home, it can be difficult to achieve the perfect balance when the energies and flows are mixed. This is especially true for renters, who are limited in their ability to change the space as they wish. However, there are some basic steps that will improve the home without any structural intervention. They only involve interior decoration and reinforcing the role of some important elements in the home.

1. Entrance

The importance of the entrance to your home in feng shui is a topic that has been discussed many times. When you move into a new home, treating this space should be at the top of your to-do list and may require a complete makeover to achieve the ideal flow of energy. You’ll want to remove old paintings, worn or outdated furniture, and dark colors—a big no-no in any entry foyer space. Make these changes as soon as possible.

The goal is a well-lit, spacious, clean and uncluttered entryway. A space that feels harmonious because all the vibrations in your home will flow through this space. A plant, a long table and a lamp are enough to create a cozy, welcoming entryway.

2. Maintain the balance of the five elements

When you start decorating your new home, keep in mind the importance of ensuring that the five feng shui elements—wood, earth, fire, water, and metal—are balanced. To achieve this, consider the colors used on the walls, the materials and styles of the furniture, the amount of plants, the flooring, the lighting, and how you emphasize the purpose of each room.

All five elements of feng shui should be equally important. To start, you can consider the basics such as a reading nook, a gym, a home office. The balance of feng shui elements will vary slightly depending on the role of the particular space and will determine the materials and colors you use.

3. A clean and well-lit house

Cleanliness and tidiness are important pillars of good feng shui. In any new space, you will want to perform a cleansing of the old, bad energy. This can be done easily by burning some incense or by cleaning each room with salt water or a mixture of vinegar and water. This process will clear out the negative energy, re-energizing it to bring in new energy that is right for you.

It is important to pay attention to lighting, not only because of its impact on the energy in your home, but also because of its impact on your health. Choosing the wrong lighting can cause anxiety, insomnia, headaches, irritability, depression and other psychological and emotional disorders. Natural light is best, for artificial light, the intensity of the light needs to be adjusted to suit each space and the intended use. Pay special attention to the lighting at the entrance to the house and in the bedroom.

4. Customize to your personality

Once you have the foundations of your new home, it’s time to add your personal touches so the space starts to feel like your own. Accessories and decorations should reflect your personality, but also be in line with feng shui to achieve a sense of balance and harmony.

When choosing furniture for your home, in addition to choosing items that brighten up the atmosphere, you will want them to bring a sense of security and radiate good energy, such as plants, landscape paintings, and pictures that evoke happy moments. However, do not overdo it, by leaving some space empty, as it is a communication to the universe that you are open to abundance and good fortune.

Perhaps the most important thing when moving to a new place is to embrace that moment as a new beginning for yourself, an opportunity to start and use feng shui knowledge to create a peaceful and prosperous private space.

Source: Translated from Architectural Digest

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