Mother's Day is on the way, and what better way to honor Mom than with some feng shui improvements? With a few adjustments, you can give her gifts she will truly appreciate: rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. By creating an environment that nurtures Mom, she'll be able to care or give of herself freely, generously and happily. It's a win-win!
Beautify the Bathroom -- The bathroom represents your ability to self-nurture. Mothers often care for others at the expense of their own needs. Reverse the trend by creating a bathroom that is geared toward her pleasure. Fluffy towels, a plush bath mat, scented soaps, lotions and bath salts will remind Mom to slow down and relax. Painting the bathroom a warm, earthy color like cocoa, rose or honey will increase its soothing energy. Last but not least, be sure to install soft light bulbs that create lighting that is flattering and easy on the eyes.
Make the Boudoir a Sanctuary -- The bedroom should be a place to sleep, dream and luxuriate. Therefore, it's important to create a space where Mom's daily distractions are kept to a minimum. Banish computers, televisions and exercise equipment from this space. Move photos of the kids to a more public domain, like the kitchen or living room. Replace these images with paintings of romantic couples or photos of exotic lands she'd like to visit. Splurge on quality bed linens, a firm mattress and plump pillows.
Add Water and Stir -- Nothing wards off burnout like water. Installing a pleasant-sounding fountain will prevent Mom from feeling overwhelmed by childcare and chores. There are three optimal places for this fountain: the center portion of the front wall, the center portion of the left side and the far left corner of your home can all benefit from freely flowing water. This fountain will also give Mom a stronger sense of self, allowing her to champion her own wants, needs and desires.
Make a Joy Magnet -- Mothers often get so caught up in providing for others that they forget to seek joy for themselves. This problem can be remedied with a few feng shui adjustments to the center portion of the right side of your home, the area which governs joy. This space can benefit from bright colors, round shapes, faceted prisms, toys, games and hobby-related objects. Anything that symbolizes fun for Mom should be placed here. Open containers can also be powerful remedies for this spot, as they will assist Mom in becoming more open to fun.
Beautify the Bathroom -- The bathroom represents your ability to self-nurture. Mothers often care for others at the expense of their own needs. Reverse the trend by creating a bathroom that is geared toward her pleasure. Fluffy towels, a plush bath mat, scented soaps, lotions and bath salts will remind Mom to slow down and relax. Painting the bathroom a warm, earthy color like cocoa, rose or honey will increase its soothing energy. Last but not least, be sure to install soft light bulbs that create lighting that is flattering and easy on the eyes.
Make the Boudoir a Sanctuary -- The bedroom should be a place to sleep, dream and luxuriate. Therefore, it's important to create a space where Mom's daily distractions are kept to a minimum. Banish computers, televisions and exercise equipment from this space. Move photos of the kids to a more public domain, like the kitchen or living room. Replace these images with paintings of romantic couples or photos of exotic lands she'd like to visit. Splurge on quality bed linens, a firm mattress and plump pillows.
Add Water and Stir -- Nothing wards off burnout like water. Installing a pleasant-sounding fountain will prevent Mom from feeling overwhelmed by childcare and chores. There are three optimal places for this fountain: the center portion of the front wall, the center portion of the left side and the far left corner of your home can all benefit from freely flowing water. This fountain will also give Mom a stronger sense of self, allowing her to champion her own wants, needs and desires.
Make a Joy Magnet -- Mothers often get so caught up in providing for others that they forget to seek joy for themselves. This problem can be remedied with a few feng shui adjustments to the center portion of the right side of your home, the area which governs joy. This space can benefit from bright colors, round shapes, faceted prisms, toys, games and hobby-related objects. Anything that symbolizes fun for Mom should be placed here. Open containers can also be powerful remedies for this spot, as they will assist Mom in becoming more open to fun.
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Stand Up and Be Counted -- Once motherhood sets in, women are often overlooked for their other sterling qualities. To fix the problem, pay attention to the fame gua, which is located in the center portion of the back wall of the home. By decorating this space in a way that communicates Mom's desired image, she will feel more respected and gratified. A mother who is seeking recognition in her career can place a thriving plant in this spot. A mom who wants to be acknowledged for her beauty and style can place a glamorous photo of herself here. Women who are proud of their intellectual accomplishments can place their favorite books in this spot. And if Mom wants to be appreciated for her mothering skills, she can put a big, comfortable chair here, along with pictures of her kids.
Find Support -- Mothers used to raise children in large, extended communities, which helped ease some of the pressures of childrearing. Unfortunately, modern life doesn't afford the same kind of support. Address the problem by making adjustments to your family gua, which is located in the center portion of the left side of your home. A black telephone, flourishing plants, and photos of beloved friends and relatives can bring Mom the much-needed financial, emotional and spiritual support she needs to thrive.
Conserve Your Resources -- Raising children requires a tremendous amount of energy. Knowing how to establish and maintain personal boundaries can help Mom cope with all the demands that are constantly heaped on her shoulders. A good way to cultivate this wisdom is by making adjustments to the near left corner of the home. A picture of a majestic mountain will give Mom staying power during times of trial. Closed containers can help her conserve her emotional and financial resources. Rocks and crystals will lend a sense of permanence and stillness to Mom's life, helping to offset its hectic pace.
Cultivate Abundance -- Mothers are expected to give and give unreservedly. Naturally, this can't happen unless Mom has abundance from which to draw. Placing a tall plant in the far left corner of the home will help Mom feel as though she's constantly growing and thriving. If a plant can't grow in this corner, you can try placing a floor lamp that casts light up toward the ceiling here, or a tall bookcase filled with her favorite books. Any decorative element that draws the eye upward will help Mom feel like she has an endless reserve of emotional energy.
Attract Helpful People -- The more help mom gets in doing her job, the happier she'll be. If finding reliable teachers, tutors and babysitters has been difficult, focus on the near right corner of the home, which governs Helpful People. This corner can be activated by a metal trash can, which can help Mom let go of some responsibilities and hand them over to others. The colors white, black and gray can also clarify the kinds of people you need to get certain jobs done. Pictures of past mentors and teachers can also help here.
Receiving Grace -- Last but not least, mothers need to become more receptive to pampering if they're going to thrive. Letting others care for Mom will cultivate contentment and ward off resentment. The best way to do this is to add enhancements to the far right corner of the room. Comfortable seating like a low, comfortable love seat works well in this space, as does built-in furniture like bookshelves, window seats or cabinetry. Earthy materials like ceramic, tile and stone can also make Mom feel more secure about yielding her role to other caretakers while she rests and relaxes.
About the Author
Stephanie Dempsey is an accomplished author, feng shui practitioner and astrologer. She has contributed to several New Age titles, including 'Your Birthday Sign Through Time: A Chronicle of the Forces That Shape Your Destiny' and the upcoming 'Love Signs and You: The Ultimate Astrological Guide to Love, Sex, and Relationships.' She holds a degree in feng shui from the Mountain Institute of Tribeca in New York City.
Find Support -- Mothers used to raise children in large, extended communities, which helped ease some of the pressures of childrearing. Unfortunately, modern life doesn't afford the same kind of support. Address the problem by making adjustments to your family gua, which is located in the center portion of the left side of your home. A black telephone, flourishing plants, and photos of beloved friends and relatives can bring Mom the much-needed financial, emotional and spiritual support she needs to thrive.
Conserve Your Resources -- Raising children requires a tremendous amount of energy. Knowing how to establish and maintain personal boundaries can help Mom cope with all the demands that are constantly heaped on her shoulders. A good way to cultivate this wisdom is by making adjustments to the near left corner of the home. A picture of a majestic mountain will give Mom staying power during times of trial. Closed containers can help her conserve her emotional and financial resources. Rocks and crystals will lend a sense of permanence and stillness to Mom's life, helping to offset its hectic pace.
Cultivate Abundance -- Mothers are expected to give and give unreservedly. Naturally, this can't happen unless Mom has abundance from which to draw. Placing a tall plant in the far left corner of the home will help Mom feel as though she's constantly growing and thriving. If a plant can't grow in this corner, you can try placing a floor lamp that casts light up toward the ceiling here, or a tall bookcase filled with her favorite books. Any decorative element that draws the eye upward will help Mom feel like she has an endless reserve of emotional energy.
Attract Helpful People -- The more help mom gets in doing her job, the happier she'll be. If finding reliable teachers, tutors and babysitters has been difficult, focus on the near right corner of the home, which governs Helpful People. This corner can be activated by a metal trash can, which can help Mom let go of some responsibilities and hand them over to others. The colors white, black and gray can also clarify the kinds of people you need to get certain jobs done. Pictures of past mentors and teachers can also help here.
Receiving Grace -- Last but not least, mothers need to become more receptive to pampering if they're going to thrive. Letting others care for Mom will cultivate contentment and ward off resentment. The best way to do this is to add enhancements to the far right corner of the room. Comfortable seating like a low, comfortable love seat works well in this space, as does built-in furniture like bookshelves, window seats or cabinetry. Earthy materials like ceramic, tile and stone can also make Mom feel more secure about yielding her role to other caretakers while she rests and relaxes.
About the Author
Stephanie Dempsey is an accomplished author, feng shui practitioner and astrologer. She has contributed to several New Age titles, including 'Your Birthday Sign Through Time: A Chronicle of the Forces That Shape Your Destiny' and the upcoming 'Love Signs and You: The Ultimate Astrological Guide to Love, Sex, and Relationships.' She holds a degree in feng shui from the Mountain Institute of Tribeca in New York City.
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