How to Feng Shui Your Bedroom
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Your bedroom is one of the most important parts of your home to look at when it comes to feng shui. In fact, I often recommend starting there, especially if you are a beginner.
If you feel like your bedroom could use a little feng shui love, here are a few simple tips:
Double up your objects.
Notice if you have a lot of single items in your bedroom. Do you only have one nightstand? Artwork that features a single person? If you’re looking for a relationship, or if you want to cultivate more balance and harmony in your current relationship, make sure you have pairs of objects: two nightstands, two lamps, and photos of couples or things in pairs.
Include a headboard for stability.
In feng shui, it’s important to have a headboard that is securely fastened to the bed. Headboards represent stability as well as connection between romantic partners. Look for one that can be attached to the bed, rather than leaned up against the wall, and one that is a solid shape without bars or holes.
Clean below the bed.
What’s under the bed affects you while you are sleeping. Ideally, it’s best to have nothing under the bed so that qi can circulate freely. If you need to utilize this area for storage, stick to soft, bed-related objects like extra pillows or blankets.
Notice art in the bedroom.
Make sure any artwork in the bedroom is relaxing and tranquil to encourage deep rest, especially if you tend to have trouble sleeping. Choose colors and imagery that feel calming. Also consider what art will be more conducive to connecting with your partner. In most cases, I recommend staying away from family photos in the bedroom, since this doesn’t usually contribute to a very romantic atmosphere!
I hope these tips help you create a nourishing, relaxing bedroom space! If you want to learn more feng shui tips for your bedroom, be sure to check out the Holistic Spaces Podcast episodes on Designing a Bedroom with Feng Shui!
If you’d like to learn more about feng shui, check out Mindful Design Feng Shui School at: www.mindfuldesignschool.com