The direction your office desk faces, the location of your computer, and even the pictures and posters on the wall in your home office may have an effect on your productivity and well-being. Here are some important Feng Shui tips to keep in mind when you’re decorating or redecorating your home office:
FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #1: Set up the home office near the front of your home. Feng Shui principles state that energy enters your home through the front door, so you can improve the energy flow by doing business near the front of your house, rather than the back.
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FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #2: Use bright colors that mimic sunlight. If you’re working in a home office without windows, surround yourself with light-colored paint (preferably from the yellow family), pictures of the outdoors, and bright lights. Yellow stimulates clarity of thought and increases creativity.
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FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #3: Place your desk so that you have your back against the wall. This creates a sense of security and strength, and may help you concentrate better. Just make sure your back isn’t against any type of door.
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FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #4: Don’t put your desk against the window or a bare wall. Putting your desk up against a window can be distracting, making it very difficult to concentrate. You need to be facing an open, tranquil space with a relatively wide field of vision. If you have no choice but to put the desk against a wall, cover the wall with vibrant images, inspirational quotes or artwork that makes you feel peaceful and calm.
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FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #5: Place a red object in the upper left corner of your desk. A vase of red flowers, an assortment of red candles or any other type of bright red collectible placed in the top left-hand corner of your desk can bring financial success.
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FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #6: Section away your office space with a room divider. If you don’t have a separate room to work from and end up working from the bedroom, use a room divider or shoji screen to create a separation between the work and rest areas. This can make it easier to concentrate, and will help you mentally separate from your work when it’s time to get some much-needed rest.
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FENG SHUI HOME OFFICE TIP #7: Steer clear of clutter. Clutter can drain your energy and make it very difficult to stay focused. Be mindful about what you are putting into your office and take the time to clear up after a day of work so you’re always starting the day with a fresh start. Clutter can creep up on you, so make a point about throwing away non-essential items the first time they pass through your hands.
Many Feng Shui principles can give you more energy, increase productivity and make it easier to concentrate in your home office. Put any and all of these seven principles to work so that you can create a better work environment in your home.
