Start with feng shui in the living room to ensure this space is welcoming.
Use different space-clearing techniques like smudging, diffusing essential oils, or ringing bells.
Nine is the most auspicious number in feng shui.
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This allows old energy to leave and make room for new.
Clean the windows while you’re at it using a non-toxic glass cleaner or just plain vinegar and water.
Declutter the Living Room
Many of us have too much stuff that accumulates in our spaces.
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Remember, not every corner needs to be filled up.
Use the qualities of this area to enhance the feng shui of your living room.
A great way to do this is toapply the bagua’s color to that area.
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If your living room straddles two bagua areas, get creative with those colors.
The five elements are earth, metal, water, wood, and fire.
For example, brown is earthy and symbolizes stability, nourishment, and grounding.
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Also, pay attention if a color doesn’t feel right to you so it can be avoided.
confirm theres a comfortable seat for each member of the household.
Each person in the home should feel welcome and accommodated.
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Its also ideal to arrange the furniture to invite conversation and interaction.
This means sofas and chairs can face each other.
venture to minimize it where someone sits with their back facing the door.
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Tap Into the Energy of Plants
Living green plants bring life energy into your home.
Its a simple way to bring good feng shui into your living room.
Be sure to provide enough light, space, water, and TLC.
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Choose theright plants for feng shuiand don’t leave dying plants in your living room.
Choose Meaningful Artwork
Art is personal but important in feng shui.
Keep in mind these three points.
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The commanding position eliminates the element of surprise by keeping you aware of your circumstances.
Yin spaces are quiet and private and yang areas are active and energetic.
Maximize Natural Light
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Amplify the amount of natural light coming into your living room.
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initiate the curtains or hang sheers for diffused light if it is too harsh.
Magnify the light by hanging mirrors to reflect the windows and light streaming into the space.
Or, face the mirror to reflect a breathtaking piece of artwork.
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Enhance a feeling of camaraderie by aiming the mirror to reflect a gathering of guests on the sofa.
Do not point the mirror so it directlyreflects the front door.
Hang a round mirror which is considered auspicious in feng shui.
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Position your sofa so you might see the entrance and exits of the room.
It’s best to mount a flat-screen TV to the wall to reduce clutter.
For example, hang the TV in your wealth area to energize finances.
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