Feng Shui Wisdom

So many people love plants in the home! But, if you always water them and they aren’t in good health, there could be inauspicious energy happening in that location.

Plants should always look healthy and lush – a vibrant green.

Round leaves are best – avoid plants with spikes or thorns as they emit hostile energy.

The best locations for plants to thrive are the East and South East.

It’s time to saddle up! June in Chinese Astrology is represented by the Horse Zodiac sign.

With 2026 being year of the Horse, this month brings a powerful double dose of Horse energy, amplifying the pace and intensity around us.

The momentum is set to pick up speed. Projects can prosper, and growth prevails.

However, it is also a month whereby the wrong action can cause you consequences.

Ensure you don’t partake in any untoward behaviour. Don’t do anything that you know is the wrong thing to do, and this can be in any aspect of life. Ensure you think decisions through thoroughly.

While the Fire energy will be productive and exciting this month, it will also burn intensely. Remember to take time out for rest and recuperation.

THE EAST… This area is associated with health and well-being.

It encourages all aspects of health – physical, mental and emotional. It promotes vitality. It boosts energy levels and supports ongoing wellness.

To enhance the East, you can incorporate plants with round leaves, and decor in green hues.

The East significantly affects the eldest son of the family, as well as the Rabbit Zodiac sign.

This quote has stuck with me. I have heard a friend say this a few times in conversation, talking about work. “If it were easy, everybody would be doing it.”

Work can often become challenging, but what we each do for work is personal. We do what we do for our own reasons. And what you do for work, someone else may struggle to do, and vice versa.

I thought this quote was a good reminder to stay persistent and keep striving, even when things get tough. Life is always going to be full of ups and downs. This is how we grow and evolve.

In Feng Shui, the North represents your career and business endeavours. For work success, it is beneficial to decorate the North in blue and or black and add a water feature if possible.

THE NORTH EAST… The North East represents your knowledge, learning and education endeavours.

Activating this area supports personal and academic growth; it can foster clearer thinking, making it easier to absorb information and retain new knowledge.

It also encourages wise decision-making and strengthens your ability to apply what you've learned in everyday life.

To enhance this energy, incorporate décor in earthy tones, crystals, and a world globe ornament. An excellent symbol to aid in wisdom is an owl.

The North East greatly affects the youngest son of the family, as well as the Ox and Tiger Zodiacs.

If something has gone wrong or stagnated in life, perhaps it’s time to check the Feng Shui basics!

• Your front door: keep it clean and welcoming, as this is where all the energy enters

• Always declutter: as clutter blocks opportunities from entering life

• Check water outlets: ensure none are leaking, as leaking water means leaking finances.

From yin to yang! This is how…

If the energy in your home needs reviving, it is as easy as adding light, sound, and activity.

Turn on lights, play music, sing and dance!

Don’t forget to open the front door regularly, display fresh flowers, light incense and or candles.

All of these activities help restore dull energy.

THE NORTH… Enhancing this area helps boost your career and business endeavours.

It promotes professional opportunities, fosters growth in your chosen field, and attracts networking contacts.

Incorporating water elements, such as a water feature, images of rivers or oceans, or décor in blue and or black, can activate positive energy in supporting advancement and steady progress in your work life.

The middle son of the family, as well as the Rat Zodiac sign, is always greatly affected by what is happening in the North area of your home.

I chatted to quite a few people over the weekend who were all saying the same thing about the current energy… it’s fast… there’s a lot happening… mental fatigue is setting in…

This is what you need to know: The Fire energy of the 2026 Horse year is powerful!

While excitement may abound on ventures, fire burns; it is destructive, it brings turbulence, and it causes instability.

In a year of fast-paced momentum, looking after your mental and emotional health is a key factor for survival.

To help you get through this harsh energy, here are some TIPS…

• Unplug from technology – dedicate some screen-free time every day.

• Move your body – walk, run, cycle, swim, dance, do whatever suits you.

• Nourish your body with a well-balanced diet – eat wholesome foods and limit unhealthy fats.

• Incorporate calming activities into your routine – a bath, meditation or breathing exercises.

• Spend time outdoors and breathe in nature’s air – visit a park or the beach.

• Avoid harmful substances – no smoking and limit alcohol.

The way you position your furniture is a key factor in creating favourable Feng Shui.

Even if you’re unable to make major changes, there are plenty of simple steps you can take to enhance positive energy and see genuine results.

Avoid overcrowding your rooms with furniture to keep spaces feeling open and inviting.

Make sure there’s enough room to move comfortably around each piece, as this also allows energy to flow freely throughout your home.

Keep doorways clear of any obstructions so you can move easily from room to room.