Feng Shui for Moving into a New House
Moving into a new home often means a new beginning. We all want a fresh start and happy beginnings, even though most of the time, we tend to resist letting go of the old. The ancient practice of feng shui can help in releasing the old energy and inviting the new. Here are some rituals and customs to observe when moving into your new home.
1. Choose a suitable date.
One the most important decisions to make when moving to a new house is selecting a suitable auspicious date and time that is according to The Chinese Almanac. Birth dates of the family members may need to be taken into consideration, with priority given to the birth data of the head of the family.
2. Carry auspicious items when you step in.
It is customary for the Chinese to carry auspicious items when they first step into the new house. To attract wealth, all household occupants are recommended to bring feng shui coins, rice, and/or fresh fruits such as pineapples, oranges, apples, and peaches. These symbolize good fortune, prosperity, safety, and good health.
3. Get the bedroom in order./Feng-shui-bedroom-door-GettyImages-494358237-58d167323df78c3c4ff164be.jpg)
To invite positive energy into your new home, it is important to set up the beds correctly. The bedroom is often associated with fortune and happiness; consider the bedroom layout well.
The key is to get the order right: sheet linens, quilt, then pillows. The bedding has to be made with haste. It is said that the sooner you can achieve order in your bed setting, the better your prospects.
4. Open all doors and windows
When you first step into your new house, it is recommended to open all doors and windows to let the air flow through. The purpose of this is to let the positive energy (qi) renew itself and flow throughout the house.
5. Turn on taps and stove
It is also a custom to light up and turn on water pipes, gas, and electrical appliances to declare the preparedness and perfect function of your new home. Leave them running for about three minutes – this is said to ensure that the various sectors in your home are activated and have energy flowing through them.
It is also common to bring a kettle with you so that you can boil water on your stove. It is believed that this practice will ensure that your home is filled with warmth and also give you a leg up in your career.
