My family celebrates Hanukkah, Christmas, The Winter Solstice, New Year’s, and Chinese New Year, – because feng shui is all about moving and celebrating all kinds of energy.
Since the energy in your home affects your health and well-being, here are nine things you can do to help with your holiday chi:
- Clear out unused toys and items. Before the tree and new gifts are given, take time to go through each room and clear out old, broken, and unused items.
- Put the Christmas tree up early. Research has shown that people who put up their trees earlier are happier, and the twinkling lights of the tree naturally put us in a better mood.
- Placement is important. Select a spot where the tree isn’t blocking your path and access to things like cabinets you might need.
- Buy a live tree. Consider buying a tree with roots so you can plant it outside after the holidays, which adds to your karma points. Many communities have an “adopt a tree” program where you return your tree in January so it can be planted outside with other trees, then you can decide if you want it back next year.
- Use gold ornaments. The color gold represents wealth and opportunity.
- Everyone decorates. Have everyone in the family place at least one decoration on the tree. This will help to contribute to better family connections.
- Presents. Never let your tree stand without presents; it’s like having a wallet with no cash. Both are bad symbolism.
- Place lots of heartfelt gifts under the tree. This year more than ever is the perfect time to forgo extravagant expensive gifts in exchange for thoughtful ones. Write a meaningful letter to each member of your family and tell them how grateful you are for them and why. Put the letter in a big box symbolizing all your gratitude. Go to the Dollar Store and buy playing cards and games so that after you open your gifts; your family can continue to enjoy each other. Baked goods under the tree are always welcome in our home.
- Keep the lights on throughout the night. Lights are the most powerful way of activating the fire element, which will bring happiness and good fortune. So, if it is safe to do so, leave the lights on, symbolizing that you are lighting the way for opportunities next year.
However you celebrate, warmest wishes, and may your days be merry and bright!
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