Mental health is an important aspect of our health, affecting how we think, feel and act. It also affects our ability to cope with stress, overcome challenges, build relationships and achieve goals. However, many factors can negatively impact our mental health, such as personal problems, work pressure, environmental stress and lifestyle habits. We asked Vastu Acharya Manoj Shrivastava if there are some simple and effective ways to improve our mental health and enhance our quality of life. He said that the sole purpose of Vastu is harmony flow energy around us to create a positive and balanced environment at home that supports our mental health and well-being.
Here are some Vastu tips that you can apply to your home to boost mental health:
1. Meditation is a powerful practice that can calm your mind, reduce stress, increase focus, and promote happiness. According to Vastu Shastra, the best direction for your meditation room is east or northeast, as these directions are associated with positive energy, enlightenment and wisdom. Facing east when meditating will also help you face the rising sun and its healing rays.
2. You can decorate your meditation room with soothing colors like white, beige, light yellow or green, and use candles, incense or aroma diffusers to create a pleasant atmosphere. You can also place a sacred altar with your favorite deities, symbols or objects to inspire you.
3. Your main entrance should be designed and maintained in a way that attracts positive energy and repels negative energy. Vastu Acharya Manoj Shrivastava suggests that the main door should not only be the largest room in the house but should also open clockwise and towards the house.
4. The main door must not make a creaking noise when opening or closing. It should not face the bathroom, shoe rack, trash can, or any other source of clutter. It should be decorated with bright colors.5. The bedroom is where you spend most of your time relaxing, sleeping and rejuvenating. It’s also where you share intimate moments with your partner and strengthen your relationship. Therefore, it is essential to make your bedroom a comfortable, cozy and harmonious space that supports your mental health and relationships. The bed should be placed so that your head faces South or East when sleeping.6. Beds should not be placed under rafters, windows or ceiling fans as these can cause stress, anxiety or health problems.7. Avoid using beds with storage springs or box springs as they can trap negative energy.8. The bedroom should have gentle colors such as blue, green, pink or purple to create a relaxing mood. Avoid using bright colors like red, orange or yellow that can stimulate the nervous system and disturb your sleep.9. The bedroom should have minimal furniture and accessories, free of clutter and electronic devices. This will help you create a spacious and peaceful environment that will help you get a good night’s sleep.10. A cluttered space can lead to negative energy and can affect your mental health. Declutter your living or working environment by removing unnecessary items and organizing your space. This will help create a positive and peaceful environment that promotes mental health.11. Colors have a significant impact on our emotions and mood. According to Vastu, certain colors are more beneficial for mental health than others. For example, shades of blue and green provide a calming and soothing feeling, while warm colors like red and orange can increase energy levels and excitement. Author: Vastu Acharya Manoj Shrivastava
