As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better time to refresh and revitalize your home to welcome guests—and this doesn’t only mean surface cleaning. From a feng shui perspective, each area of your household's energy represents different aspects of your life.
As I often tell my clients, spending time in rooms or spaces you might usually avoid can offer incredible insights. By experiencing these areas as a guest, you’ll notice what feels out of place, what might be cluttered or neglected, and what adjustments could help the energy flow harmoniously.
Here’s how to approach your home from this fresh perspective.
1. Start Where Your Guests Start: The Entryway
In Feng Shui, the entryway is considered the “mouth of chi,” or the main entrance where energy flows into your home. Stand at your front door, take a deep breath, and walk in as though you’re entering someone else’s home. What do you see? Does the space feel inviting, or is it cluttered with shoes, bags, or other items that block energy flow?
To create a welcoming and efficient entryway:
Add Storage Solutions: Consider a cabinet, bench, or even baskets for shoes and outerwear. A dedicated spot keeps the entryway clear and gives guests (and energy!) a seamless way to enter.
Designated Drop Zone: Surface clutter can accumulate quickly here. Use trays or baskets for keys and small items, creating a contained “drop zone” for easy organization and clear energy flow.
2. Become a Guest in Your Guest Room and Bathroom
Take a night to sleep in your guest room and use the guest bathroom. This allows you to experience these spaces just as your guests will. You might be surprised by what you notice!
Declutter the Medicine Cabinet: Guest bathrooms often accumulate expired toiletries and extra items we don’t want to deal with. Clear out unnecessary or outdated items, leaving only the essentials to create a clean, fresh, and welcoming space for guests.
Clear Surfaces: Give guests space to set down their belongings. Clear off any surfaces and make the room more neutral so that it feels open and welcoming.
Look Under Beds and Behind Doors: Feng Shui teaches us that hidden clutter impacts energy flow just as much as visible clutter. Check under beds and behind doors, both of which are commonly overlooked areas. Ensure these spaces are clear or offer useful storage for guests.
3. Tidy Up Communal Spaces and Cupboards
Common areas like the kitchen, living room, and shared cupboards can often become cluttered with unused or unloved items. As the holidays approach, make a habit of tidying one shelf, drawer, or cupboard a day. Clear out expired food, unused kitchen gadgets, or old linens to create an inviting environment for everyone in the home.
To make communal areas more guest-friendly:
Organize Breakfast Items: Keep essentials like coffee, tea, and breakfast ingredients easy to find and reach.
Set Out Entertainment Options: Arrange books, games, or movies so they’re readily accessible. It adds a touch of thoughtfulness that guests appreciate, helping them feel more comfortable and engaged.
4. Clear Out Forgotten Spaces
When we rarely use an area in our home, it can become stagnant and filled with unnoticed clutter. Spending time in these spaces can bring awareness to what needs attention. Take time to visit and clear areas you don’t often frequent, such as storage rooms, basement corners, or even less-used closets. Decluttering these places can have a powerful impact on overall chi and leave your entire home feeling lighter and more balanced.
5. Tackle One Small Area Each Day
A Feng Shui-friendly approach to preparing your home is to declutter one designated area at a time. This gradual process will keep you from feeling overwhelmed while ensuring that every part of your home receives attention.
This could mean one drawer, one closet shelf, or even a single countertop. Each small act of decluttering and reorganization shifts the energy positively and builds momentum for a harmonious holiday atmosphere.
Your Home, Your Sanctuary
By viewing your space from a guest’s perspective, you’ll not only create a warm and inviting atmosphere for visitors but also align your home’s energy with your own. Every decluttered corner and intentional adjustment opens the door for positive chi to flow, making your home a sanctuary for the holidays—and beyond.
This season, let your home be a reflection of joy, balance, and connection. Welcome the holidays with open arms and an open heart, ready to create unforgettable memories in every thoughtfully curated space.
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