Looking to bring positive energy into your new living space? The environment we surround ourselves with can deeply impact us, but there are steps we can take to attract good luck and create a harmonious atmosphere at home. By implementing a few simple changes, you have the ability to add harmony and order to your surroundings. Follow these expert tips to enhance positivity and invite good luck into your home, with the support of Crosscountry Mortgage.
Embrace the Power of Colors
Colors have a profound influence on our moods, behaviors, and overall well-being, making them an essential element in creating a cohesive living space. When it comes to color choices, consider the following:
Living Room: Opt for light, soothing colors such as yellow, white, or light green to promote a peaceful energy that uplifts your mood and brightens the room. Experts also recommend soft gray, as it offers an airy, welcoming ambiance with soothing and positive energy.
Bedroom: Your bedroom is a personal sanctuary. Choose light shades of green and blue, as they evoke calmness and are associated with nature, health, and generosity. For the kitchen, maintain a balance of warmth and coolness by incorporating green and yellow, which bring a harmonious blend of calm and playfulness. Red is also beneficial for the kitchen, as it stimulates energy and is said to enhance appetite.
Study Room or Home Office: If you have a home office or a designated study area, yellow is an ideal color choice as it enhances self-esteem, memory, and concentration. Additionally, green aids in improving concentration abilities. For children's spaces, avoid using dark colors like gray, black, and dark blue, and instead, opt for vibrant hues that encourage creativity.
Front Door: According to feng shui principles, painting your front door with specific colors can attract good luck. If your front door faces south, painting it red is recommended. For south-facing doors, red or orange is favored; for north-facing doors, blue or black; for west-facing doors, gray or white; and for east-facing doors, brown or green.
Clearing Clutter for Positive Energy
When contemplating how to infuse positive energy into your new home, decluttering plays a crucial role. A cluttered space diminishes positive energy and can negatively impact your mental state. Conversely, a clutter-free environment, adorned with objects you regularly use, allows positive energy to flow freely, benefiting your overall well-being. Experts suggest clearing clutter during major life changes, such as starting a new job, embarking on a new relationship, or moving into a new home. Additionally, wearing red clothing can aid in letting go of unnecessary belongings, as red symbolizes taking action and moving forward, according to clutter clearing expert Karen Kingston.
Objects that Attract Good Luck
Certain objects are believed to bring good luck and positive energy to your home. Consider incorporating the following:
Fruit: Citrus fruits, such as lemons, are thought to attract prosperity and positive energy due to their high acidic values. Many homeowners choose to display a bowl of lemons in their living spaces.
Elephants: Elephants symbolize good fortune and wisdom in numerous cultures. Place elephant figurines, pillows, or paintings near your home's main entrance or front door, facing north to attract positive energies.
Fresh Flowers: Plants contribute to channeling the natural flow of positive energy while purifying the environment by absorbing carbon dioxide. They are also said to attract abundance and improve relationships.
Horseshoes: A horseshoe above the door is believed to invite good luck into the home. However, there is a point of contention—should it face upwards to prevent luck from running out, or downwards to allow fortune to "fall" upon those who enter?
Incense: Burning incense with a warm scent can invite harmony and luck into your living space, clearing negativity and creating a more positive atmosphere.
White String Lights: Hang white string lights in your entryway or porch to attract opportunities and help you recognize good fortune.
Creating a Haven of Positivity
First impressions are powerful, even when it comes to making a new space feel like home. Some believe it's essential to pay attention to the moving date, while others associate specific tones with different days of the week. Similarly, rain on a moving day is thought to bring long-term bad luck. Nonetheless, there are numerous ways to invite prosperity into your space:
Boiling a Pot of Milk and Rice: Boil milk and rice together to create an aromatic mixture that brings positive energy and warmth to your new home.
Bread and Salt: Consider making bread and salt the first items you bring into your home, symbolizing sustenance and a fresh start.
Additional suggestions for bringing positive energy into your new home include adding light to dark areas, painting your porch ceiling, and purchasing a new broom to symbolize a clean and auspicious beginning.
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