Feng Shui - Does it work?

Feng Shui has been practiced for centuries, rooted in ancient Chinese philosophy about harmonizing people with their surrounding environment. Simple tips often recommended include placing your bed in the “command position” so you face the door without being directly in line with it, keeping toilet lids closed to avoid draining energy, and clearing dirty dishes at night to prevent stagnation. But does it really work? At its core, the energy of Feng Shui is to allow abundance to flow into the home while making sure negative or stagnant energy is cleared out.

Research shows Feng Shui overlaps with environmental psychology: organized, intentional spaces reduce stress, improve focus, and even support sleep quality [1][2]. The practice encourages decluttering, which is associated with reduced cortisol (the stress hormone) and improved mental clarity [3]. Studies on the psychology of space also suggest that design and spatial arrangement influence mood, productivity, and even social interaction [4]. Beyond research, many practitioners find that Feng Shui rituals help them live with more mindfulness and presence, creating an intentional home environment that mirrors the life they want to attract.

Personally, I practice Feng Shui every day and I would say it has cleared a lot of fog in my brain and in my life. I can see clearly, and I feel the abundant effects it has brought into my daily rhythm. Additional Feng Shui principles include balancing the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, and water) to create harmony, maximizing natural light, and ensuring that entrances are free of clutter so energy and opportunity can enter freely. Some people also use Feng Shui to improve specific areas of life, such as placing plants in the wealth corner, mirrors to expand energy, or crystals to uplift certain vibrations.

Would you give Feng Shui a try? Whether you view it as an ancient spiritual practice or a mindful approach to home design, the result is the same: an environment that supports clarity, balance, and abundance.

[1] Mak, M.Y., & Ng, S.T., The art and science of Feng Shui — a systematic literature review (review of Feng Shui and its influence on architecture/design).
[2] Chiang, Y.C., Feng Shui practice in interior design: Environmental psychology perspective (connections between Feng Shui and psychology of space).
[3] Saxbe, D.E., & Repetti, R.L., No Place Like Home: Home tours correlate with daily patterns of mood and cortisol (clutter linked to stress).
[4] Kaplan, R., & Kaplan, S., The Experience of Nature: A Psychological Perspective (how design/space influences well-being).