Feng shui is the ancient Chinese art of arranging living spaces and environments. Its goal is to maximise the flow of qi or chi, also known as the energy of life force in one’s natural environment to create balance, peace and harmony. This art helps to influence and impact people at a subtle yet significant level. It has been said that feng shui may also improve mental health or a more positive result on the mind. Its practice attempts to balance two complimentary life forces yin and yang by arranging furniture and decorations in a certain way. Feng shui allows you to strategically do this to achieve specific life improvements by positioning or designing your surroundings in harmony with principles of natural energy flow. Conveying the idea of living in harmony and balance with everything in your environment. Read on to find out how it can be used to limit stress, elevate mental and physical health and enhance your overall creativity and create abundance and wellbeing into every area of your life. Fill your life with positive energy.
When people act on making their homes and workspaces feel and look better to them, they have a sense of feeling stronger, happier and healthier. Here are some theories and observations on why feng shui works. The practice of Feng Shui includes guidance on room planning for those creating a home by furniture placement, colour choices, sounds, inclusion of plants and other natural elements. Its goal is to optimise those energy flows and harmony between your home, family and guests.
Stress – creating an environmental sanctuary for the body to rest, relax and restore allows the limbic system to reset and become balanced. Stress can cause the body to produce an excess amount of adrenaline which then causes a weakening of the immune system. The benefits of feeling safe with a positive mindset about your environment may lower chronic stress, which can lead to a stronger immune system, lower depression and anxiety. The human mind is a powerful healing tool and can help stimulate recovery. As people implement feng shui into their home it can provide a positive direction for the body to stimulate healing and improve a sense of wellbeing. Theres a positive link between creating beautiful spaces and positive energy spaces.
Another benefit is better mental health, some potential advantages are improved mood, many factors can affect mood including lack of sleep. Feng shui in the bedroom has been shown to improve the quality of sleep. It also helps reduce feelings of stress and overwhelm which results in better wellbeing.
Take time to declutter, clutter is more than a distracting mess. It can block the flow of qi and prevent your life from moving forward. Minimalistic is best, get rid of anything which you no longer use. Only put up decorations that serve you to feel happy and calm. Everything else serves as clutter which can potentially bring you down.
Show gratitude, one of the core beliefs of feng shui is that everything has life. This includes your home and everything in it. Show your home gratitude for providing a healthy environment.
Be artful about artwork, any images you hang should be inspiring, uplifting or relaxing. Being thoughtful about how you arrange and use your home may help support a better outlook and a more balanced life.
Feng shui consists of the five elements each of which is said to have a different impact psychologically, affecting feelings of wellness. These are wood for creativity, earth for stability, fire for boldness, metal for focus and water for wisdom. Some people believe a home must have each of these elements in order for its occupiers to be happy. Start inviting abundance and positivity into your life today!
Zen Online Mindful Art Workshops
We are happy to be launching a new online workshop. Each half an hour session includes a meditation drawing practice which can be used to easily calm your mind. No artistic talent is required. Learn to practice relaxation exercises and art for self-care. The session includes 30 minutes of guided mindfulness, simple art projects that can be done at home with a pencil, black pen and acrylics. An opportunity to chat while creating art and taking time to relax.
The aim of these art workshops is to improve mental health, social connections and teach new skills. The process slows down the breathing, calms the mind and helps you to focus on the present moment. It’s a therapeutic way of drawing that offers peace of mind and is accessible for all.
What’s included in this course:
- Guidance on the elements and colours for inspiration.
- Meditation drawing practice to help calm your mind.
- 2 to 3 simple art projects in 30 minutes (you might decide to continue with your projects in your own time.)
- Quick qi-enhancing activities to allow the flow of creativity with meditation and mindful breathing.
- Option to join the private Facebook group to share your artwork in.
Please note booking is essential and places are limited. You can either sign up for the course or enjoy them as individual sessions. These are suitable for anybody who would like to bring positive energy into their life and improve their overall wellbeing.
Click on the link below for more information.
Zen’s Mindful Art Workshops | Zen Pamper
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