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FENG SHUI YOUR WAY TO BETTER STUDYING




Alyson Newby
Senior Content Strategy Lead
May 11, 2023
You’ve heard of feng shui, but what is it exactly and can you use it to your
benefit to improve your study sessions?

Like many things, the way we like to study is very personal. Some people love a
bustling coffee shop, while others favor a library-like environment. Covid
forced many of us to learn how to study and work from home.

Feng shui is one tool you can use to up your study game no matter where you are.
If you’re skeptical about feng shui – read on. It’s a lot more practical than
you may think.


ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ON FOCUS

Environment is often considered a major factor when it comes to mental health.
If we’re hot, cold, stressed, tired, or scared, our mental health takes a hit as
does our ability to function and focus.

The space you’re in when you’re picking a time to study is more important than
you may realize.

There have been studies that compare natural vs. artificial environments and how
that affects cognitive ability. Lighting is another major factor that has been
proven to affect our mental states in our work space.

Feng shui’s focus is to create balance and harmony within our environments.
Creating spaces that are conducive to work, sleep, play, and general living.

Imagine walking into someone’s home or office and immediately there’s harsh
angles, intense colors, furniture blocking pathways, lots of clutter, and no
natural light. This won’t feel good to most humans.

But imagine a bright, airy space with no clutter, comfortable furniture, good
air flow, natural textures, and open space. For most of us, this would feel like
an environment where we could focus and feel calm.

In which environment would you rather try to study?


WHAT IS FENG SHUI?

Feng shui is an ancient Chinese practice of arranging one’s environment in a
state of harmony and balance. Here are some fast facts:

 * feng shui means ‘the way of wind and water’
 * Rooted in early Taoism
 * Chi = life force present in everything
 * Chi is made up of yin and yang elements
 * Good feng shui = positive flow of Chi
 * Negative flow of Chi means Chi energy is blocked
 * All materials fall into one of the five elements (water, wood, earth, air,
   fire)

At its core, feng shui is about finding the balance between these five elements.
Those who practice feng shui will often orient their spaces and belongings
according to the bagua map which shows how these elements interact with each
other.


BAGUA MAPS

A Bagua map has nine different sectors that relate to a part of our lives, an
element, and a color. The idea is that by using this map as a guide, one will
find balance and harmony within these sections of their life.

There are typically two types of bagua maps that people see. Each correlates
with a type of feng shui.

 * Black Hat feng shui*

This method uses a square bagua map and entrances to align the home with the
different areas of the bagua. It’s generally easier for beginners and less
complicated to follow.

 * Traditional/Compass feng shui

This method uses the octagonal map and compass directions to align elements on
the bagua map.

*This article focuses on the Black Hat method

There are benefits to both types of feng shui. Natalie Scott is certified in
feng shui and has a helpful article explaining the differences on her website.

It's common to see bagua maps in both these shapes. The hexagonal map aligns
with compass directions and the square map aligns with the entry point.


HOW DOES FENG SHUI WORK?

Take a bagua map and overlay on the area you want to feng shui. This can be your
entire home, a room, or even the top of your desk. The bottom of the map lines
up with the entrance to that space – front door, door to the room, or your seat
at your desk.

Look at the areas on the bagua map and see how they line up with the elements
you currently have.

Most of the time, we can’t, or don’t want to align everything exactly to the
map. You might have a piece of furniture that only fits in one specific spot, or
maybe your home or room has an irregular shape. That’s okay.

There are several general feng shui ‘cures’ we can use to increase the balance
of Chi even when we can’t create a perfect space. The cures often involve adding
an element or balancing an opposite element with an item like a crystal or
colored object.


FENG SHUI GUIDELINES AND CURES

While you don’t need to follow every guideline perfectly, there are some
generally accepted concepts that apply to most spaces and help with positive
flow of chi.


DOORS

It’s ideal to not sit with your back to a door or put the head of your bed on
the same wall as a door. Desks and beds should be in the ‘commanding position’
which means you can always see the door from your bed or desk, ideally with the
widest view of the room.

Cure: strategically place a mirror to give you more visibility of your space 


CLUTTER

Clutter is typically seen as a chi blocker. It’s best to limit and remove
clutter at all times. This also applies to broken items. Start small and do one
area at a time. (Psst…we have a whole blog about how to de-clutter here.)

Cure: de-clutter a small area – bedrooms are a good place to start and create
more systems for organizing your items. If your bedroom is the most cluttered,
maybe it’s time for a closet cleanout or a new hanging system in your closet. 


MIRRORS 

Mirrors are typically connected to the water element and are used to amplify
certain energies. The shape of the mirror’s frame can also relate to an element.
A round mirror will channel metal and a square mirror channels Earth. Hanging
mirrors that reflect beautiful views or elements you’re proud of is a great
idea, but hanging a mirror right across from the front door will reflect all the
energy coming into the house.

Cure: Take note of where your mirrors are and what they reflect. Are they
showing positive things or directing energy away from places you need it. 


POISON ARROWS

No, it’s not a type of frog. Poison arrows come from sharp edges or corners that
point towards you, a door, or your home. The general idea is that poison arrows
are shooting negative energy straight at you.

Cure: Place a plant, wind chime, or long fabric over any sharp corners if
possible. 


COLOR & ELEMENT ACTIVATION 

Colors are a big part of balance in feng shui. That doesn’t mean you should run
around painting all the rooms in your house. Instead, think about incorporating
elements you already have like blankets, pillows or decor. Use whatever color is
associated with the bagua area to enhance chi in that spot.

Example: Your feeling stuck in your career or finding a job is difficult.
Activate chi in your career area by adding dark colors or some sort of water
feature (or even water imagery). 


FENG SHUI FIXES FOR YOUR STUDY ENVIRONMENT 


BEDROOM OR NON-OFFICE

If you study in your bedroom, it’s very difficult to create a separate space.
Ideally, you’d be able to delineate your study area from your sleep or
relaxation area. Don’t throw your clothes on your desk or your computer and
books on your bed. Maintain distinct separation between your work elements and
the rest of your room. When you’re finished with work or study, close your
computer and neatly arrange your workspace.


OUTSIDE THE HOME

If you’re studying outside of the home, opt for a desk or table where you’re in
the command position and without a bunch of sharp edges (poison arrows) facing
you. Pay attention to the mirrors in the space (if there are any) and what you
see in their reflection. Perhaps consider using black or blue pens (I’m a big
fan of fountain pens).


OFFICE

If you’re lucky and have a dedicated office or study space, here are some
suggestions:

 * Keep things as clutter free as possible on your worktop and in the room
 * Orient your desk so your back isn’t facing the door (or keep the door closed
   or use a mirror)
 * Add lamps that point light upward
 * Display awards, trophies, or diplomas (ideally in the Fame area)
 * Activate the Knowledge & Self Cultivation area:
   * Blue, black and green elements
   * Earth elements – plants, ceramics,
   * Books that symbolize your skills or areas of study
   * Small metal objects


GIVING FENG SHUI A TRY

If this sounds like silly nonsense to you, that’s perfectly okay. One of the
best things about feng shui is you can take or leave whichever elements of it
that work for you. It’s not a one size fits all, and it’s not an all-or-nothing
practice.

Often when you walk into a space that feels good, it’s already following a lot
of principles of feng shui – whether on purpose or not. Having good ‘flow’ in a
home or office generally appeals to most people. You don’t have to be a hardcore
believer in feng shui to benefit from many of its principles.

If this type of practice resonates with you then dive in. If you’re highly
skeptical, maybe give one small thing a try just to see if it’s helpful.
Experiment!

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