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Objects
for Feng Shui Ambience
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USING
OBJECTS FOR FENG SHUI Using
objects for Feng Shui ambience
We use lights,
mirrors and bells etc. in house. Most of these are
defined as solid or fixed elements. They are more or
less permanent in nature. There are some objects
however, that are symbolically 'alive'. Though most of
them need lots of care and alertness in terms of
maintenance, they tend to be the best hosts for Chi.
Flowers are
always a cheerful sight and encourage Chi. Potted plants
and freshly cut flowers are best for apartment
residents. One has to be careful about dead flowers in
the sense that they create negative Chi. Once flowers
start fading they need to be disposed. Dried flowers as
strongly discouraged as their life (water element) is
drained out of them.
Artificial
flowers are a good alternative for busy people, provided
they are dusted and washed at regular intervals. Among
live flowers, most are good and brighter they are, the
better. There are five flowers that Feng Shui places
right on top and believes to be especially beneficial.
Chinese
roses - These represent love (red), wealth (yellow)
and honour (white).
Chrysanthemums
- It is a flower of happiness, laughter, comfort and
relaxation.
Magnolias -
They represent feminity and serenity.
Orchids -
These are known to spice up sensuality and initiative.
Lotus -
The sacred flower of the Buddhists, it represents
purity, peace and triumph.
All green
plants are known to create Chi and help to get in
harmony and balance in the home. The best locations are
east, southeast and the north as plants relate to wood
and water elements. Plants can also effectively
eliminate the undesirable Khi caused by sharp corners.
For instance, if you have a square pillar in your living
room, it helps a great deal to have a creeper running
around it to the top.
Healthy plants
at entrances and windows make an attractive display as
well as ward of all the Chi but not as much as
aquariums. Aquariums and small indoor fountains can
become a feature of a room, while at the same time
increasing the wealth of the occupants. Water symbolizes
wealth and abundance. Gently moving water also promotes
calmness and serenity.
Be it an
aquarium, a fountain or a miniature waterfall, you
should never place them in the south. North is the ideal
direction. A water presence in the north, west or
northwest will help you progress quickly in your career.
Placing them in the east or southeast gets peace in the
house and conflicts get resolved faster.
Stone, metal,
ceramic and glass animals are also used in Feng Shui.
Fierce animals like lions, tigers and birds of prey like
eagles and falcons are generally placed outdoors to
provide symbolic protection. In many cultures you have
feline mammals placed on each side of the main entrance
to a building.
More docile
animals such as elephants (representing power) tortoises
(representing longevity) and rabbits (representing
fertility) are to be placed indoors in relevant
locations. Thus elephants go well in a study or office,
tortoises in drawing rooms and rabbits in the bedroom.
Small animals can be fun to collect and provide symbolic
security to the house.
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