These easy strategies from feng shui (the ancient Chinese art of placement) will help you feel much more relaxed in your home.
Laurey W. Glenn
Feeling Drained?
Your bedroom’s furnishings and layout can greatly affect your sleep and energy, says Jayme Barrett, author of Feng Shui Your Life. Here are her suggestions for a more peaceful space.
Tria Giovan
Pamper Your Senses
A truly restorative bedroom makes all of your senses feel good. Try adding an incredibly plush rug or a chenille throw. A
calming scent can help, too.
Mali Azima
Pair Up
"Items in twos create harmony in a room," Barrett says. That serenity can help you sleep better. Try matching tables, pictures,
or lamps.
Mali Azima
Make A Strategic Move
Move your bed against a solid wall and facing the door so no one can surprise you. Also, choose bed linens you love; a circular
design can be soothing.
So Long, Plasma
Studies show that electromagnetic fields from televisions, computers, and even exercise machines can interfere with brain
and nervous system signals, disrupting slumber. So, remove or hide them.
Tria Giovan
Cut the Clutter
“A messy area symbolizes unfinished business and keeps your mind in an anxious state,” Barrett says. Keep books neatly stacked
and odds and ends out of sight in covered boxes or baskets.
Ted Tucker
Bring In Nature
Studies show that just looking at nature can lower blood pressure. Flowers and plants signal new growth to your subconscious
-- and a positive outlook brings peace.
