Auspicious shapes have different messages.
Something blocked in your life? Perhaps your home or work space doesn’t feel right anymore?
Perhaps, luck is already THERE and you just haven’t seen it!
For many, solutions for problem areas can be found in simple things, such as shapes and colours.
Common Shapes for Decorating
When supporting an area within the Bagua, shapes are often the easiest to manipulate.
SQUARES: If the life area you choose to enhance needs to be stable and grounded, then squares would be the shape. You can choose one item, or you could arrange several items into a square shape. In addition, you can arrange several ’square-type’ pictures into one larger square shape. It is rather easy to find squares and rectangles as they are rather common in a home: cupboards, windows, appliances, picture frames, chairs posters and more.
TRIANGLES: Triangles are trickier; they bring attention and drama into a space. Many people default in this area and just use the colour red. (A fire makes a red flame = triangle.) To attract more intensity in your space, use regular candles, a fireplace, or lights to represent actual fire. Arranging three vases in a triangle shape or planting three plants in a triangle will also form a unique shape. Many birds have a pointed crest, sailboats have a pointed sail and many trees/bushes have sharp leaves. See what images you can find in your home to make triangles.
CIRCLES: Circles or ovals can open creativity. They can be found in picture frames and mirrors, plant pots, flower petals and glassware. Curves, archways and circles can be found in paintings or images printed on fabrics or upholstery. Soften a sharp stairwell landing with smaller items shaped into a curve. Outside, you can plant bulbs or plants in curved or circular patterns.
ARCHES: A archway represents a gateway into a new space. Whether it be into a garden, a cupboard or doorway. The arch can appear to be spiritual; representing the moon, or even, heaven-sent blessings. An umbrella (full arch), when shared, can certainly cozy-up a relationship. When used as a headboard, or over a head board, this can represent unity, connection and support in a relationship. This can cultivate closeness and a private space bubble; just enough room for two!
If your room feels a bit off-balance, try using a variety of textures and shapes in the same space. The variety of shapes can give you well-rounded energy and support for many areas in your life!
Get creative with what you already own, and get these shapes working for you!
You too, can have a Feng Shui Day!
~Kathryn
