We can think about feng shui as making the most of the environments around us. For example, think of a tree. The location of the tree makes a big difference. If it’s in a place where it can receive the most sunlight and it has the best conditions to receive water and rain, then the tree will flourish. If it’s placed where it can’t receive enough light or support, then it won’t do very well. Feng shui is simply a way of looking at how you can situate yourself so that you can flourish. Here are a few ways you can work with your home’s environment to create more prosperity, abundance, and good luck. One easy way to activate this area to bring in more wealth and good luck is to add living green plants. Plants represent the wood element, which is associated with this area of the Bagua, as well as growth and new beginnings. The wealth area is also related to the color purple, so you can activate this area by decorating it with purple accents. Amethyst crystal is a great way of bringing purple into the wealth area. Pilea peperomioides and jade plants are two of these varieties. Both have coin-like leaves, and the jade plant also resembles the precious jade stone. Pachira aquatica, also called a money tree, is often used as a feng shui adjustment to welcome abundance. Red is an auspicious color in feng shui, and it also offers protection and transformation of negative energy. A red door is very noticeable, so it can bring a lot of energy, attention, and opportunities your way. You can place citrine in your wealth area to activate it, or you can place citrine on your desk to invite more opportunities for wealth and abundance in your career. As a feng shui adjustment, the money frog is generally a small figurine made of metal, jade, or another type of stone. It’s best to place the money frog on a low surface, but not directly on the floor. If you do choose to place a money frog in your home, make sure you treat it with care. Set an intention for your money frog, and make sure to clean and dust it often. If you would like to use Chinese coins as an adjustment in your home, it’s best to find authentic antique copper coins. If you aren’t able to find these, choose the best quality replicas that you can find, often made of gold or jade. It’s also important to clean your fountain often and make sure it doesn’t run dry. A poorly maintained fountain will not have the same positive energetic effects as one that is well cared for.
