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Feng shui, according to the web site "Absolutely Feng Shui," is an "ancient Chinese metaphysical discipline" that studies "how mankind is affected...by the environment." Though thousands of years old, the principles of feng shui are still very much in use today. Like a lot of disciplines, mastery requires tremendous dedication. For those who just want to understand the basics, though, the word "placement" sums up feng shui nicely. People who practice feng shui believe an object's location has a very real effect on their state of mind and attitude. This has to do with a person's "chi." Chi is a type of invisible energy that
surrounds people (sort of like "the force" in Star Wars). In an ideal world, objects would be placed so they're always in harmony with chi. OK, but how do you turn an esoteric idea into something practical? Try starting with a "bagua" (a kind of feng shui "road map"). Once complete, the bagua will "help you figure out which parts of your home correspond to each of the nine areas of your life." iVillage explains the process in short and simple terms. And if you're still not convinced, this quiz will give you an idea of how to improve the energy surrounding your home and office.
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