• By Kashish Rai
  • Sat, 25 Nov 2023 01:45 PM (IST)
  • Source:JND

Feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice of arranging buildings, items, and spaces to achieve harmony and balance in an environment. Feng shui literally translates to "the way of wind and water." Feng shui is based on the Taoist concept of chi, or the life force that pervades everything. Chi is composed of both yin and yang elements. These are competing but complementary forces that are inextricably linked. Taoists thought that by harmonising yin and yang elements, humans might increase the flow of positive chi and keep bad chi at bay. Feng shui is a method of balancing yin and yang and optimising the flow of chi by strategically arranging furniture, decor, and buildings. Let us check out 5 must-have feng shui items that you can place in your living room to attract wealth and positivity to your home. 

Organising the living room according to feng shui principles can enhance the positivity flow in the house. (Image Source: Canva)

5 Must-Have Feng Shui Items For Living Room 

1. Broad Mirrors - Mirrors enlarge, brighten, and introduce the element of water into a room. For this reason alone, they look fantastic in living rooms. Find a mirror if you can to reflect light from a window or to make the room appear larger than it is.

2. Fresh Flowers - According to feng shui philosophy, flowers can provide happiness and improve the flow of a room. Flowers infuse a space with colour, charm, and vitality. However, once they get dried, they should be discarded. 

3. Square Rug - The living room is grounded by an area rug. A flat, square-shaped rug invokes the earth element, which is associated with solidity and well-being. 

4. Good Lighting - Try to capture as much natural light as you can in the living area during the day. Since clean windows allow in more light, make sure they are clean. When designing your living area or updating your decor, make sure to include lots of lighting through fixtures and lamps. 

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5. Green House Plants - Wood is one of the five elements in feng shui. Wood evokes compassion, gentleness, and adaptability. The wood element is introduced into the living area, where we interact with one another, through the placement of healthy live green plants. Furthermore, plants introduce nature and essential life force energy.



(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert from the relevant field.)