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Vastu Tips: 25+ ways to boost positive energy in 5 areas

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Vastu expert Ashna Ddhannak enlists ways to ensure your home radiates good
vibes

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PUBLISHED: APR 02, 2018 | 21:17:32 IST

Vastu Shastra is the ancient Indian science of architecture and acts as a guideline to designing your home in
the way that enhances positive energy
Vastu for a Positive Home

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For a house to become a home, it needs to radiate the right kind of energy. According to a
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number of traditional beliefs, each home comes with its own energy type. A person dwelling
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in a house comes under the influence of a specific energy field, which in turn influences him
in one way or the other. Therefore it’s very crucial to understand the link between the healing
art of Vastu and our homes in honing positivity and good vibes. Keeping in mind the ‘ready-
to-move-in’ houses (where architectural changes are not possible), Vastu expert Ashna
Ddhannak, founder and owner of Enlightening Lifestyle, enlists ways you can bring balance to
your home.

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Vastu Shastra is an ancient guide for a positive home, right from the entrance of a house to
the bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, outdoors, and courtyard.

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1. Vastu for the Main Entrance: Doorway

According to Vastu Shastra, the main entrance to a home is not only the entry point for the
family, but also for energy.

The main door should face the north, east or in the north-east direction

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As per Vastu, the main door should be constructed in a way to ensure that when you step
out, you face the north, east or north-east direction

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1. Considered as the “archway to victory and progress in life”, the main door should face north,
east or in the north-east direction. It must be constructed in a way to ensure that when you
step out, you face the north, east or north-east direction.
2. The main door to your home should be constructed with superior quality wood. It should tower
above the other doors in your house, and look the most appealing.
3. Avoid placing a fountain, or any other decorative water-centric element, outside the main door.
4. Avoid placing a shoe rack or dustbin outside the main door.
5. There shouldn’t be a bathroom near the main door.
6. Ensure the main entrance is well lit.
7. Avoid painting the main door black.
8. Decorate your door with beautiful nameplates and auspicious torans.
9. Avoid placing animal statues or gurines near the main door.
10. Ensure your main door opens in a clockwise manner.

2. Vastu for the Meditation Room: Spirituality

Designating a room in the house for meditation and prayers will ensure spiritual growth. It is
always important for an individual to introspect and connect to a higher power, says
Ddhannak.
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White, beige, or a light yellow or green are great colour options for the meditation
room

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An option for a meditation room in a Vastu compliant home

Here is how you can go about designating a meditation/spiritual room:

1. The east or north-east part of your home is perfect for meditation, yoga and other spiritual
pursuits.
2. Facing east when you meditate will increase positivity
3. Create a sacred altar and decorate it with candles or incense sticks
4. White, beige, light yellow or green are great colour options for the room

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Vastu for the Living Room: Social

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In a home, the living room is where most of the activity is centred. It creates a favourable (or
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unfavourable) first impression when guests enter for social gatherings. Therefore, ensure the
living room is clutter-free.

The living room should face east, north or north-east. Alternatively, a north-west-facing living room is also favourable
Here are some other thumb rules to follow to make the living room Vastu-compliant:

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A living room in a Vastu compliant home

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1. The living room should face east, north or north-east. Alternatively, a north-west-facing living
room is also favourable.
2. Heavy furniture should be kept in the west or south-west direction of the living room.
3. All electronics and appliances should be installed in the south-east section of the living room
4. If there is a mirror in the room, ensure it is placed on the north wall

4. Vastu for the Courtyard: Cosmic Centre of the Home

Brahmasthan is a unique feature of ancient Indian architecture based on Vastu Shastra. It is
the centre of your abode and is considered to be the holiest and most powerful zone of the
house.

In a traditional home in Kerala, the courtyard is always at the centre of the house, since that is
the Brahmasthan according to Vastu
Here are a few tips to ensure the Brahmasthan radiates limitless energy:

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1. This part of your home should be spotless and clutter-free. A circumference of 1 to 1.5 metres
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2. The placement of the kitchen, bathroom or a pillar/beam attracts negative energy. This could
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have an adverse effect on the health of your family members.

5. Vastu for the bedroom: Balance

Sometimes, the smallest things can turn your fortunes around. Vastu Shastra shows you how
tweaking your bedroom can enhance positive energy and even improve relations between
couples.

As per Vastu, paint your bedroom walls in neutral or earthy shades as it radiates positive energy. Avoid painting your
walls black
Here are 5 tips to transform the energy ratios in your bedroom to help positively influence
your sleep:
1. Ideally, the bedroom in a south-west direction brings good health and prosperity. Avoid a
bedroom in the north-east or south-east zone of the house as the former may cause health
issues, while a bedroom placed in the latter direction may cause quarrels among couples.The
bed should be placed in the southwest corner of the bedroom, with your head facing west.
2. Avoid placing a mirror or television in front of the bed. Your re ection must not be seen in a
mirror when in bed as it causes ghts and other domestic disruptions.
3. Paint your bedroom walls in neutral or earthy shades as it radiates positive energy. Avoid
painting your walls black.
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4. Avoid having a temple, paintings depicting water or a fountain in the bedroom as it could cause
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5. Use mood lighting and burn aromatic oils to create an oasis of calm. SUBSCRIBE

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