The Ultimate Guide to Feng Shui for Your Home Office

A home office is a great way to be productive when working a remote job, working from home or as a freelancer. It allows you to separate your home life from your work and enables you to engage more during the day. Many people are opting for home office installations and investing in their space for this reason. However, some home offices are lacklustre and don’t contribute to a productive work environment.

If you’re struggling to create a home office that works for you, follow our guide to feng shui your space.

Position your desk for success

Your desk will be the focal point of the room and likely take up most of the space. You’ll want to make sure it’s in a commanding position and that you can see the door to the room while you’re sitting at the desk. This helps you feel more in control of your life and career because you are able to see anything that is approaching. This will also work on a subconscious level, even if you aren’t expecting guests. If your home office is too small to make this possible, you place a mirror in front of your desk to help you view the door while you are sitting down.

Create good flow

The rules of feng shui are all about creating a space that feels good. In order to do this, you need to pay attention to the flow. Consider things like space and obstacles. Is there enough space around your desk? Are there things blocking your access? This could represent blocks that prevent you from growth. Your space needs to feel non-restrictive in order for you to achieve your best.

Add a desk blotter

You can use your desk blotter to bring in more earth element qualities. Pick a colour that you’re drawn to or an element that represents what you would like to focus on.

●     Water element: Black for intuition, wisdom, and social connections

●     Wood element: Green or blue for growth, new beginnings, and rejuvenation

●     Earth element: Yellow or brown for nourishment, boundaries, and support

●     Metal element: White for precision, organization, and beauty

●     Fire element: Red for inspiration, passion, and recognition

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