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Applying objects in peers, inside couples bedroom is one of the most used Feng Shui advice, so in this space these wonderful chairs make the perfect balance.
Here is a little story about this unique 1950’s armchairs.
About 10 years ago, my husband bought an apartment in our neighborhood for us to do some remodeling and then rent it.
The house belonged to an 90 year old lady that happily lived there since she got married but, due to her age, she had to move to a nursing home and so decided to sell the house.
Her family took some personal items but left pretty much all the furniture and these two pieces immediately catched my eyes. They were in a green velvety fabric and still in a good condition, so we took them to one special upholsterer that made his magic and here is the result of this 70 years old armchairs.

Fireplaces, representing Fire element in Feng Shui.
Usually they stand as a focal point inside home and we can also use it as an exhibition piece that holds other objects that we like to show.
This vital and strong energy is most active in cold seasons, so in summer and spring its fire energy is off.
When looking at different elements at home, remember that even being a fireplace when it’s off it may no longer represent fire element so light a candle above it for example in order to keep its fire energy going, even though not as strong as when it’s turned on.
However, the first thing we should know is that when placed properly it can bring a great addition to your home and in a way that helps your life or, at least, doesn’t do any damage that range from serious problems or accident.
Generally, the best directions to place it would be south, east and southeast, but other factors should be taken into account and only a professional can provide this assistance.
Always consider having a Feng Shui study about your home with professionals, this will certainly help with all the doubts that can occur and even plan from the start ( before construction) the best place to build it.

Luo Pan is the compass used exclusively by Feng Shui consultants and masters.
This compass is one of the oldest in the world and like a conventional compass, a Luo Pan is a location finder used for measuring houses and buildings.
However, it assumes more obvious differences, like the Feng Shui formulas engraved on up to 40 concentric rings on its surface.
This instrument is essential for carrying out Feng Shui studies and consists of a metal or wooden plate known as the sky display that generally rests on a wooden base also known as the earth plate. A thread, usually red, runs through the compass plate, and the sky dial at 90 degree angles, this line is used to find the direction and position on the rings.

One of the aspects that I was most fascinated with, when starting to study about this metaphysical milenar art, was definitely knowing about the influences of the different directions in our lives and achieving this knowledge was a real blessing for me. “If you don’t know what direction to take, you haven’t acknowledged where you are”…

According to Feng Shui, why shouldn’t we have cacti indoors?
Pots of thorny plants, may emit a repulsive and defensive energy, which can also harm us if we touch them, and mostly our children and animals.

As soon as we look at them we sense this feeling of attack, and in reality touching any cactus is dangerous and can even cause infections or allergies.

Avoid cacti that have pointed and sharp leaves inside home because they also have a destructive character and may enable positive energy to flow in harmony.

This polemic theme causes a lot of controversy, specially now that so many people are using plants inside homes and this species are the ones we have to care less, very few watering and some light is enough for them to survive.

Still, inside cacti family we have others that don’t have this sharp points like needles, the succulents and round leafs are great to use inside homes and are just as resistant.
In some cultures the word cactus means “guardian of the house”, as they are plants that symbolize protection and security, in this way outside our house is where they should be placed so that they can protect us without representing danger.

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Clutter is one of the most commented out themes in Feng Shui.
This happens because we cannot have a good environment at home if the house is full of objects and furniture, blocking the energy flow.
Realizing this doesn’t mean we must have a very minimal and sterile decor, on the contrary our personalities and tastes should be mirrored at our homes.
Decluttering is a really important task, pay attention to the objects around you, if they have a purpose, bring happiness or a good feeling stick with them, otherwise you need to let go.
Also take a good look to hallways, corners, pantries, garages and storage rooms ( clutter grows in this spaces mostly),if they are full of stuff that you don’t really need, the energy is stagnant and not flowing so you might feel the same in life.
Clear your rooms and make some space for new things to come, once you get it done I’m sure you will feel great about it.