Feng Shui — the combination of ancient Chinese wisdom and practical common sense.

How can you use this centuries-old wisdom to improve your work?

Start by arranging your environment in such a way that everything harmonizes and stimulates positive energy. Feng Shui is all about the flow of energy.

Clutter stops the flow of energy. Make sure your pathways are clear with an easy flow around any furniture in the room.

The Feng Shui color wheel shows each direction’s color, element, and area of life. (Easily accessed on Google).

NorthElement is waterThe colors are blue and black (blue is for clarity and inspiration, and black/grey is for calming)Affects careerNorth EastElement is earthcolors are brown, yellow, and pink (brown is for grounding, yellow is for abundance and prosperity)Affects educationEastElement is woodColor is green (green is for knowledge and growth)Affects familySouth EastElement is woodColor is greenAffects wealthSouthElement is fireColor is redAffects your name (personal standing) and fameSouth WestElement is earthColors are brown, yellow, and pinkAffects romance and relationshipsWestElement is metalColors are white, gold, and silver (white is for mental focus)Affects creativity and childrenNorth WestElement is metalColors are white, gold, and silverAffects travel and helpful people

If you have a home office, it should be as far from your bedroom as possible. Add a standing screen to separate it from the rest of the house or room if needed.

Desk placement is very important.

Your desk is best to face the door. This is the power position. Be sure to place it as far away from the door as possible.

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If you have to sit with your back to the door, place a mirror in front of you.

The ideal desk is solid wood and has a rectangular shape.

Place your computer on the right side of the desk, with something higher on the left, such as a lamp. Have something solid behind you.

It’s also auspicious to have inspiring images or messages on the walls. Something that symbolizes abundance, success, prosperity — what you want to accomplish.

As much as possible, avoid sharp corners on office furniture. Position sharp edges away from you. Rounded corners are ideal.

If you don’t have a natural, inspiring view to look at, create one with appropriate artwork or images that appeal to you.

If you do have an office window, but the view from it is less than inspiring, mask it with a translucent curtain.

When it comes to items on your desk, be sure to choose pieces that inspire you. Reflecting on your personality in your surroundings inspires personal growth.

The sound of running water helps reduce stress. This can be accomplished through a small fountain planter or even background music.

Plants are a must. They activate positive energy and help get rid of negative energy. Have a plant in front of windows and on the southeast corner of your desk.

I have three money plants on my desk.

Money plants:JadePilea Peperomioides, also known as the coin plantPachira aquatica — money treeGolden pothosSwiss Cheese plantSilver SatinSilver Dollar vineBambooAnother helpful item is aromatherapy.Basil, grapefruit, or rosemary for mental alertness.Sandalwood to help calm and ground youOrage for emotional balancePatchouli to relieve tension

Do you have bookshelves in your office? If so, make sure they’re tidy and neat. Overcrowded bookshelves can make you feel overwhelmed and block positive energy.

Sitting at your desk — the farthest corner on your left-hand side is your wealth area. The farthest right corner is love. The section that is in the center, closest to you (most likely where your keyboard is), is your career center.

FINAL CHECKLESTHave a comfortable chairNatural lightEngaging, inspiring environmentPlenty of workable surface areaAmple storageSupplies within reachA best friendPhoto was taken by the author

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