A feng shui bedroom is a peaceful and balanced environment that promotes a better night’s rest.
But contrary to popular belief,feng shuiis not a Chinese interior design concept.
Nor is it related to any belief system.
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The words literally translate to “wind water.”
“Whether you believe it or not, they are already affecting your daily life.”
Feng shui isn’t something you do; it is something that’s already everywhere.
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It affects you in ways you may not even realize.
From an artistic perspective, decorating and furniture can be used to create positive flow.
Every building has an unseen section grid, like a tic-tac-toe game.
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“Thefeng shuiblueprint grid divides the interior width and depth by three,” Odle says.
Beams in general are a no-no for feng shui experts.
If there is one key to a proper bedroom layout, it’s to avoid bedrooms with exposed beams.
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If your bedroom already has them, double-check that frequently occupied furniture is away from them.
Keeping your bedroom clutter-free is also essential to good feng shui.
So commit to keeping a neat and tidy space.
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Your headboard should fit flat against your wall.
The bed you choose is also important.
A solid wood frame or a solidly upholstered headboard is best for feng shui.
Avoid headboards with multiple panels, open bars, or beds with built-in shelving or storage.
However, some feng shui guidance dictates that the best direction for your bed to face is south.
Avoiding primary colorsparticularly reds, purples, blues, and blackis a good rule of thumb.
“They can trigger major problems depending on the feng shui energies of the space,” she explains.
So if you’re redecorating, look for furniture, bedding, and accessories that are neutral in color.
If you’re free to only change one element of the room, switch up your bedding.
Odle says this can affect your relationships, preventing them from progressing and resulting in you sleeping alone.
Odle says that it is never about having all five of the elements represented in each room.
Which one should take precedence?
“The mathematical calculations reveal which element is required to optimize the existing unseen energy combination.”
