The Chinese New Year is one of the greatest festivals in Chinese culture and is celebrated in Hong Kong according to ancient traditions. Each new year is marked by a different Chinese zodiac and its associated Feng Shui element. This determines the quality of the energy in the new year. 2021 is the year of the Ox starting on February 12th. For loyal Feng Shui practitioners and enthusiasts, now is the time to realign their lives and environments using traditional techniques and traditions. Turn your home into a Feng Shui-compatible oasis of well-being – with these eight practical tips from a Chinese Feng Shui master.
1. Choose a style that suits you Whether bohemian chic, opulent baroque or minimalism - the style of your home is very important, because your environment reflects your personality. Listen to who you are and take an example from nature, which instinctively knows what it is.
2. Harness the power of bright colors A sun-kissed yellow, an optimistic orange or a vibrant green:colorful accents lift the mood. Make sure you choose the right colors.
3. Attract a decorative favorite
Post a photo or artwork that evokes positive emotions – an inspiring painting or photo with loved ones, perhaps a childhood hug – whatever makes you smile.
4. Consider the five elements (wood, metal, earth, fire, water)
Man is part of nature. Live plants keep you company and counteract stagnant Qi (the life-stimulating properties of plants have been proven to reduce stress). Metals minimize disease (copper, bronze, gold and silver are known to have antimicrobial properties). Bring in the earth element with marble or crystals. Burning candles evoke inspiration and creativity in rooms. Aquariums or fountains flow through the abundance.
5. Prevent blocking of qi
Imagine a river flowing through your house. Arrange the furniture so that it can flow smoothly in all rooms, so that the qi can move freely and flow in the right directions of your life.
6.Clean &tidy
We accumulate emotional baggage and it is difficult to evolve when we are trapped with all the stagnant qi. Therefore, throw away old, unused articles and clothing. Make room for something new. For the Chinese New Year, all efforts are fundamentally focused on creating a clean and harmonious energy to welcome and anchor the blessings of the New Year. This is best done the day before the New Year celebrations so that the energy can come in. In Chinese culture, cleaning on the first days of the new year is considered bad luck, so the house should be cleaned beforehand.
7. Search for mood lighting
Invest in high-quality lighting that reaches every dark corner. Have a good balance between yin and yang – not too light or too dark, not too hot or too cold. Take advantage of the versatile possibilities of colored candles and curtains. They let in a lot of light during the day, can weaken the sun in the afternoon and provide atmospheric evenings.
8. A beautiful home keeps you present Whether you expect a deep refreshment, soothing relaxation or a quick restart of the redesign of your living space, your environment should always allow you to effortlessly connect with your soul. Setting a personal goal helps you design and set it up. Always keep this goal in mind and be careful – this will give you the energy you need to revitalize immediately.
