A modern person can hardly imagine life without a watch. Using them, everyone schedules their working day, checks traffic schedules, makes appointments, and even measures speeds. For a business person, time is also money, which means every minute counts. People who want to succeed do not waste a single moment because they know that it is very difficult to make up for lost time.
According to Feng Shui, a clock is not just a mechanism that tells time, it is an object that is responsible for the energy flow in an office or living space. To attract the beneficial energy of Qi into the house and improve personal energy space, ancient Taoist practice recommends carefully studying the rules for placing interior clocks in a house, apartment or office.
Favorable and undesirable places for wall clocks
Clocks in a home or office always attract the attention of adults or children: some with their ticking, others with their striking, and others with their design. This confirms the theory of the Chinese philosophical teaching that chronometers have their own energy and are capable of combining or randomly distributing those energy flows that arise or are constantly present in the room.
It is believed that a stopped clock can change the atmosphere in the house: there is more negativity, a lack of energy is felt, life becomes boring or seems to stand still. Favorable times will come immediately after the broken mechanism is repaired. If repair is impossible, then such watches must be disposed of (even if they are antique or very expensive, or valuable as a memory).
But sometimes working clocks have a negative effect if the room for them in an apartment or house is chosen incorrectly. There should be a clock in the hallway, but a place for it must be chosen so that it does not end up opposite the front door. Otherwise, they, like mirrors, will impede new financial flows or lead to loss of money and conflicts.
Kitchen, children's room, living room, study - in these rooms Yang energy dominates, here a person is active, meets guests, works. And these rooms are considered optimal for placing clocks according to Feng Shui, and in the bedroom the atmosphere should be calming, conducive to rest and relaxation (Yin energy), so it is not advisable to even have an alarm clock here. If biological rhythms do not allow you to wake up on time, then you can use a mobile phone.
Kinds
Based on the principle of operation, there are several types.
- Mechanical - despite the fact that they have the highest error, they are considered the most expensive. The price directly depends on the accuracy: the finer they are tuned, the more expensive they are. The main structural element is a spring (or in some devices a weight), which triggers the mechanism. The main disadvantage is that they need to be manually wound regularly, and if you forget to do this on time, they will simply stop running. Nevertheless, this type is still quite popular today, since expensive models emphasize the status of the owners.
- Quartz - visually similar to mechanical ones, but more accurate and require winding 1-2 times a year. They operate on batteries, and they are consumed quite economically. The basis of the design is a quartz crystal.
- Electronic ones are the most modern type; they do not have a dial. Instead, the time is displayed in numbers on the screen. They operate on batteries, like quartz ones, or are connected to an outlet.
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Clock rules based on cardinal directions
According to the rules of ancient teaching, there are a few more points to consider before hanging your watch. To determine the flows that need to be strengthened, it is important to take into account the shape, color and material from which the interior items are made, as well as the cardinal directions, because each has its own natural element. The location in accordance with Taoist teachings will contribute to increased material wealth, health, as well as the conception and upbringing of children.
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Feng Shui experts do not have a clear opinion that it is forbidden to hang a clock above the door. If the chronometer fits into the overall interior and meets all other requirements, then flows of favorable energy can spread to neighboring spaces. Strict rules apply only to places where there are broken or stopped clocks: they should be repaired or thrown away in order to renew the emotional charge and get rid of negativity.
A conflict of elements should not be allowed indoors, i.e. You should not place metal objects in the eastern zone, and wooden ones in the northern zone.
East and southeast
Interior items made of wood are placed on the east and southeast sides. They can be round in shape or have wavy lines. Suitable colors: blue, black, green, purple. The east is responsible for strengthening family relationships, and the southeast is responsible for wealth.
Moreover, chronometers located in these zones will not only help strengthen the family and enhance mutual understanding, they will stimulate the influx of finances from the most unexpected sources (this could be winning the lottery or an offer of a high-paying job). In the northeast - they will contribute to the acquisition of new knowledge.
South
This is a zone of fame and recognition. Wall clocks placed in the southern part of the house should be made of wood (preferably handmade). Red or green, triangular or rectangular are acceptable.
Southwest and Northeast
For these zones, items that can most likely be classified as interior decoration are suitable: made of ceramics or porcelain, in pink, orange, yellow, square or triangular in shape.
The southwest is a love zone, the northeast will help those who want to gain wisdom and new knowledge.
West and northwest
These zones are considered the best for placing any chronometers (wall-mounted, floor-mounted, with a pendulum, with a striker, etc.). Round, oval or square, made of metal and silver color are preferred.
The West is a zone that helps the development of creative abilities in children, the North-West is responsible for attracting reliable partners and helps travelers realize their plans.
North
This area helps build a career and is an excellent choice for placing a watch. Here you can place round metal objects in suitable colors: black, blue, metallic.
Choose the right size
You need to decide what size clock will be proportional to the area of your room. If the room is not too large, you should not place too large and bulky clocks in it, as this can cause you psychological tension and even provoke health problems.
Just imagine that you live in a small apartment. And in any of the rooms you can hear the ticking of a bulky grandfather clock.
This will definitely cause discomfort to the occupants of the home. Case in point: Do you feel pressure just looking at the image above?
Hourglass according to feng shui
In addition to chronometers that regularly perform their work every second, Feng Shui strongly recommends having an hourglass at home (on your work or student desk) as a talisman or amulet. Even the smallest ones will do.
They will not replace mechanical or electronic ones in functionality, but they should not be perceived as toys either. According to Chinese philosophy, the main purpose of the hourglass is to attract Qi energy. Moreover, it is believed that “living” sand, in perpetual motion, has a greater impact on the surrounding space than the endless movement of arrows. Life energy is always positive and active at the location of the hourglass. It’s good if they are decorated with wood, which has a beneficial effect on the atmosphere in the room and the mood of people.
Can I set an alarm?
Almost every one of us wakes up for work by an alarm clock. However, Chinese practice advises getting up without it. This is an excellent form of self-control that will help regulate the biological clock, which not everyone can do.
If you cannot do without an alarm clock, it is better to choose a small device that can be easily hidden in your nightstand. On weekends, it is preferable to put it away in a dresser drawer or closet. This will help you not to think about the upcoming work week. And, most importantly, not a single arrow in the house should stand still, otherwise life will stop along with time.
Can it be used as a gift?
You must purchase the watch yourself, and not receive it as a gift. This postulate is still indisputable for the inhabitants of the Celestial Empire. Any chronometer is considered a humiliating gift for the Chinese, especially for the older generation.
The sign of “giving a wristwatch” is considered bad by many other nations, but modern Europeans are less picky about gifts, so the coveted wrist, wall or floor watches received as a gift are not regarded as some kind of warning. Superstitious people can “buy off” evil fate by giving a small coin for a gift.
Shape matters
It is good, from a feng shui point of view, to use a square or rectangular dial for the living areas of the house. According to ancient Chinese teachings, this shape symbolizes completeness and balance. Therefore, the watch will create positive “qi” and harmony in the family. A round or oval dial also stabilizes positive energy. But try to avoid irregular shapes and broken lines.
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Mirror
Glossy and reflective surfaces visually expand the space, making the room cozy. But mirrors located near the bed have an adverse effect on a person.
They take away the vital energy in the bedroom, which causes sleepless nights and restless sleep.
A person, waking up in the dark, may be frightened by his reflection and then lose peace forever. If you cannot do without a mirror in the bedroom, it is better to place it on the dressing table or along the wall.
Why family photos in the bedroom are bad feng shui
So many people like to put pictures of their family, friends and children in their bedroom. In feng shui this is considered a big mistake.
A bedroom is for two things, and both begin with the letter “S.” Treat your bedroom as a personal oasis and retreat that should inspire intimacy, romance and connection, a place to rejuvenate, relax, reflect and recharge.
Photographs, paintings and images of lonely people in the bedroom symbolize loneliness. Even if you are married, this can trigger feelings of anxiety and abandonment. To fix this, hang a photo of a happy couple in love here or place a couple of objects - symbols of love and fidelity. This could be a pair of mandarin ducks, rose quartz hearts or doves.
Some feng shui experts say that photographs of relatives and children in the bedroom cause a feeling of discomfort because they seem to be constantly looking at the owners, and this provokes additional worry, anxiety and inability to concentrate. Other experts believe that such photographs make you think about other people, while you should be thinking about yourself, your partner and a wonderful vacation.
Hang a photo of a happy couple in love in your bedroom.
One client turned to a Feng Shui master. In this man's bedroom, directly opposite the bed, hung about fifty photographs of his family members. Energetically, it created a sensation as if the body was enveloped in static electricity, as if an inflated electrified balloon were touching the arm. Of all the photographs, one stood out, radiating strong energy.
Then the Feng Shui master asked the owner who was depicted in the photograph and why it radiates such strong energy. To this he received an answer that this was a photograph of relatives who strongly disliked all the other family members.
If the thought of removing family photos from your bedroom seems terrible to you, try putting them away for at least a week and observe how you feel when you go to bed. In addition, you can place photographs of yourself and your loved one in your bedroom. If you are not currently dating anyone, place a couple of beautiful objects or fresh flowers in this room.
