Vastu Shastra: 7 Tips to Improve Energy Flow in the Bedroom
An expert on the Indian architectural philosophy of vastu shastra explains how you can maximise positive energy
Amit Lamba
5 June 2018
The Indian architectural philosophy of Vastu Shastra teaches people how to achieve health and prosperity by optimising the flow of cosmic energy, or prana, within a space. This millennia-old collection of architectural thought is still commonly applied to architecture and design in India today. Here are seven tips for how you can apply the principles of vastu shastra to make your bedroom a healthy and prosperous place.
1. In Vastu Shastra, the door that opens into the bedroom is considered to be the gateway to opportunity. So, the door should be installed in such a way that it opens fully or at least to ninety degrees, so that positivity can flow freely into the room. A door that cannot open fully brings barriers and hurdles in life.
2. Upon entering the bedroom, the first thing that should be in your line of sight is something that gives you the feeling of peace and serenity. This could be a family photograph, a favourite quote, painting, sculpture or even flowers that enhance positive emotions.
3. Removing clutter from your bedroom is essential in vastu. Clutter, especially under your bed, weighs you down and brings stress to your life. Clear or organise areas that have accumulated papers, magazines and books to help you create a sense of order and extra space in your room.
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4. Positive energy flows from the north and the blood in our bodies contains iron, making our bodies magnetic and positive too, according to vastu. When you sleep with your head towards the north, these two positive polarities repel each other, disrupting the flow of blood and affecting your sleep and health. Therefore, it is advised that you sleep with your head towards the south.
5. A mirror on the wall opposite the foot of your bed can disturb your sleep. You release stress during your sleep and a mirror tends to hold that stress and reflect it back, affecting you when you wake up. Move the mirror to the side of the bed or cover it at night for a more restful and refreshing sleep.
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6. Exposed beams or slanted ceilings are oppressive, as they partially interrupt energy flow. Beams also radiate negative energy downwards. If your bed is directly underneath an exposed beam or under a slanted roof, it will be difficult to have peaceful rest. Cover these beams, for example with a false ceiling.
7. Try not to sleep in direct alignment with sharp corners (tables, chairs, stools). These act as energy spears and create stress in the nervous system. There is no serenity in a room that has objects or furniture with sharp edges. One solution is to place plants near them to reduce their negative impact: plants act as a barrier between you and the sharp corner, and also radiate positive energy themselves.
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@fiona YES . Vastu in an Indian is an Ancient Indian study of Environmental and Energy . The word 'Vastu' means 'dwelling', and ' Shastra" Means ' Science' . Thus Vastu Shastra in Totality means the Science of Living in Harmony with Nature.
I do not believe in Vastu shastra (VS) for multiple reasons. First, every "vastu consultant" i have worked with so far have failed to give a logical explanation for the rules of VS, neither they have been able to provide a valid answer to any of my questions where belief comes into play. Secondly, every vastu believer has something contradictory to each other. So it's purely a matter of belief! Thirdly, i have seen people make huge architectural errors just to comply their homes/offices as per vastu! (Some of them are huge, seriously). However, as an architect i always advice my clients to be logical and i do respect their beliefs and design according to vastu to those who believe in it.