Hello, book lovers! A cosy, soulful reading nook is a special place that, when done right, feels immediately inviting and comforting. So, how can Feng Shui strengthen the energy of that space?
Reading is about escapism—it’s about you and an imaginary world. Is there an area in your home that beckons you, or are you constantly juggling family life to find some “me time”?
Finding Your Ideal Spot with Feng Shui
Feng Shui can help. If you find a naturally inviting place that you are drawn to, this could be the perfect spot. But let’s explore further.
You are born with set compass directions that are unique to you, influenced by planetary alignments at your time and date of birth. These correlate to the Feng Shui Bagua Map and your Bazi Chart. You can plot your Bazi Chart at www.joeyyap.com/bazi
Your Bazi Chart provides your favorable directions, including your Gui direction (birth direction) in the top right corner. Choose any of these directions for your reading nook. If you want more detailed interpretation, contact me for a consultation.
Your birth date and location give you an accurate overview of your astrological history, which is very powerful to know. However, as a beginner, don’t overanalyze this information—you instinctively know it.
The Bagua Map below gives you the elements for each direction and their purposes. For example, the Southeast is for spiritual growth and uses the Earth element.
Creating Your Cosy, Soulful Nook
Creating Your Cosy, Soulful NookYou can overlay the Bagua Map using general directions, which are not personal to you. This is a good starting point to understand location.
Now, let’s focus on creating that cosy, soulful nook. If possible, claim a space that’s just yours for reading, thinking, and planning. Treat it like your altar—make it precious and nurturing.
While sitting in your nook, take a compass direction and reference the Bagua Map. You will see the direction and element that relate to this space. Position yourself to an appropriate direction, such as West for creativity.
Introduce the Metal element into this space, perhaps with a metal candle holder or art piece. Building your connection to this space may take time. You can experiment with other elements, such as Earth, which produces Metal, and Metal, which produces Water.
Add cosy, personal favorite colors and textures in your decor, cushions, and throws to reinforce and strengthen the introduced elemental notes.
Final Touches for Your Energized Space
You have just created an energized space. Remember to reinforce mental alertness with Metal elements for focus. Keep this space clutter-free and truly yours.
Happy reading!
