When I was younger and single and living in my own apartment, I would rearrange my furniture every six months or so. There was never a specific reason to do it; the change of indoor scenery just made me feel good. Renewed, uplifted, happy.

I realize now that those good vibes may have resulted from the redistribution of energy within and through my living space. According to the ancient Chinese art and science of Feng Shui (pronounced “fung shway”), making energy changes and corrections to your environment can improve your health, your outlook, your productivity—even your prosperity.

Feng Shui is largely about the flow of chi (“chee”), which is often translated as “life force” or energy flow. Carol M. Olmstead, a Feng Shui Master Practitioner and a nationally recognized consultant, says the goal is to keep chi flowing gently throughout your environment rather than running straight through it or getting blocked by the placement of objects.

A Few Practical Basics

Feng Shui is a complex subject with many different interpretations. One could spend a lifetime studying its fine points, but here are three Feng Shui basics that could very well bring you balance, harmony, and joy:

• De-clutter your environment. Chi has a hard time flowing around clutter. You’ll be doing yourself a favor by clearing away those 10-inch piles of newspapers, documents, and old mail that’s accumulated on your desk or coffee table.
• Improve the quality of your air. Open the windows to bring in the breeze—or if that’s not practical, try using an air purifier or products containing essential oils to help clear the air. Live plants can also purify indoor air by converting carbon dioxide to oxygen, and by absorbing many common pollutants.
• Keep things organized. Kitchen and bathroom cabinets as well as closets throughout your home should be neat and orderly, creating a sense of peace and calm. When your mother used to say “A place for everything, and everything in its place,” she was unknowingly channeling her inner Feng Shui guru.

 - Paula Detwiller, All Vitamins Plus contributor

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