The art of Feng Shui is all about harmony in our environment and helps to create optimism and inspiration.
In our current times, it’s easy to get depressed and anxious. Mental health statistics show suicide as the second-leading cause of death for teens and young adults, ages 10-34 with 13.6% of adults 18-25 having serious thoughts of suicide in the past year. Social media can fuel fears and affect our mental health.
It is important to create a space that makes you feel good and sets you up for success. Check in with yourself by asking, “How is my emotional well-being today?” It is important to talk with friends and family. Everyone deserves Mental health support when they need it so allow the topic to not be taboo in your life. As important as it is to check in with your space and the flow of energy, it’s just as important to do a mental check.
Feng Shui tips for a positive mindset:
- Surround yourself with positive messages and motivational quotes. Create an inspiring Vision Board you can see everyday.
- Stay in the present moment (don’t focus on the past or the future which has not occurred yet)
- Stay creative! Begin a new hobby like painting pictures or re-purposing old items.
- Journal your thoughts and fears so you are aware of your thoughts. It helps to release them.
- Write positive affirmations daily or for the week. Place them where you can see them.
- Here are some examples:
- ” I am balanced in body, mind, and spirit.”
- “I feel safe, protected, and loved at all times.”
- “The Universe always has my back.”
- Here are some examples:
- Be grateful and practice gratitude each day
- Begin a meditation, centering, or prayer practice. Join a group if you feel isolated. Start one in your home.
- Get in touch with Mother Earth daily by putting your bare feet on the ground. If you are at the beach, put your feet in the water. The sound of water and the feel of earth’s energies coming up from the soil or sand is transformational.
- Get rid of clutter in your space. Clutter is a big energy drain and can cause depression.
- Add plenty of light to your space, avoiding florescent bulbs. You can even add a salt lamp to each room as this improves air quality and mood.
- Add mood-lifting scents to your home like eucalyptus, mint, bergamot, lemon, orange, and Ylang-ylang.
- Add drops of oil to a diffuser to scent a room or just place some in your hand and inhale.
- Quick tip: Carry essential oil roll-on bottles for on-the-go relaxation. It’s an easy way to stay grounded, calm and peaceful.
- Create an altar in your home. This can be a table or shelf with some of your favorite things that make you happy.
- In feng shui, an altar consists of 5 elements. Fire, water, wood, metal, and earth. Place something symbolic of each element.
- Add a picture of your family, friends, ancestors, mentors or other spiritual guides to this area.
- Place intentions in a red envelope for good luck and prosperity.
How to incorporate the five elements into your home:
- Fire – a warm candle
- Water – bowl of water
- Wood – a plant or wood item (including wooden furniture)
- Metal – wind chimes, bells and coins
- Earth – rocks, dirt, ceramics, bricks, tiles or crystals
If you are having challenges in your life, don’t be afraid to seek professional help. This includes the 988 Lifeline that is recommended by the CDC which is available over call, text or chat. Talking to someone neutral and unbiased can help process your feelings. There are many wonderful tools and resources you might not be aware of.
Feel free to set up a Zoom session with me so we can create an uplifting environment for you today.
Sending you positive chi,
Belinda
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