PANDIT GOPAL SHARMA

Releasing the Blocks

The first rule of Feng Shui is something we should be doing always. It involves creating a clean and clutter-free environment. Positive energy can’t flow through your home and life with all kinds of obstacles in its way. This doesn’t mean a quick straightening up. De-cluttering involves getting into every closet, drawer, and shelf in your home. You want to eliminate anything you no longer need or use, and get rid of any item that is broken or cannot be repaired. Don’t forget about the garage or basement either. You will be surprised to learn how much more at peace you feel with a clean home and environment.

Once you have created a clean, clutterfree environment, you want to eliminate any negative energy that may still be in your home. Using melodious sound is one of the most efficient ways to do this. You could choose a bell or chimes. Carry them with you throughout the house and ring them to discourage negative energy. Pay special attention to areas that don’t get any or enough natural sunlight. This includes closets, area under the beds, and dark corners.

Create a Soothing Environment

Another way to discourage the presence of negative chi in your home is with the use of incense. This is an important step in using Feng Shui to create inner peace. Using incense in ceremonial rites is something almost every religion in the world is familiar with. It is a great idea to focus on electrical outlets and appliances. In order to take full advantage of this practice, use incense when things go wrong, or you when you feel that events and situations in your life are out of sync.

In the quest for more peace in life, the Feng Shui practice borrowed a custom that is popular in India. The use of fresh sea salt is an amazingly effective way to restore balance and harmony. Use a small measure of sea salt in your water and soap combination while cleaning the floors. If once a day is beyond what you can do, aim for at least once a week. It is also helpful to clean the home in this manner after a death, a negative experience, or an angry encounter with a loved one. You can also place bowls of sea salt in areas that aren’t necessarily cleaned on a daily basis. Under beds, on top of shelves or dressers, and inaccessible spaces are places to look out for. Change the salt as often as possible for best results.