What if I told you that the way your home is arranged could have a direct impact on your health, energy, and even your success?

Welcome to Vastu Shastra — often called the Ayurvedic version of Feng Shui. While many people are familiar with Feng Shui from Chinese culture, Vastu actually predates it and is said to be one of its original influences, alongside the early foundations of Chinese Medicine and acupuncture (more on that fascinating history another time!).

What Is Vastu?
Vastu Shastra literally means “the science of architecture”, but it’s much more than just building design. It’s about how energy flows through physical spaces based on the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, space) and the subtle influences of Jyotish (Vedic astrology).

Just like Ayurveda teaches that we are a microcosm of the macrocosm, Vastu reminds us that our living spaces are part of nature too. The arrangement of our homes can either support or block the natural flow of prana (life energy), affecting everything from sleep to stress to creativity.

✨ Simple Vastu Tips You Can Try Today:

  • πŸ› Sleep with your head facing south (or east) for more restful sleep and mental clarity.

  • πŸšͺ Keep your home tidy and uncluttered, especially near entryways — clutter blocks the flow of energy.

  • πŸͺ΄ Add plants, flowing water features, or crystals to stagnant corners to invite more life force into the space.

  • πŸ•― Balance elements in each room — for example, too much fire element (bright reds, too much electronics) in a bedroom can disrupt calm energy.

And while some things in our homes might be fixed or hard to change structurally, Vastu works with what you have — there are always ways to improve the energetic flow with intention and small adjustments.

Did You Know?
There’s a town in the U.S. entirely designed using Vastu principles — Fairfield, Iowa! It’s home to Maharishi International University, a community dedicated to living in harmony through Vastu, meditation, and Jyotish. I have been there!

Even large corporations like Microsoft, NASA, and Amazon have incorporated Vastu principles into their buildings — their success may be more aligned than accidental. πŸ˜‰

Final Thought:
Vastu Shastra isn’t about perfection — it’s about alignment. When your external environment flows in harmony, it naturally supports your inner balance, too.

Curious about how your home’s energy might be affecting you? Let’s talk! I’d love to help you explore simple ways to bring more balance into your space and your life.