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tions that flow through the universe to be properly channeled throughout the vastu space. A successful vastu home also encourages optimum vibrations to thrive and flow within the individual. The proper flow of these positive vibrations allows for the discovery or rediscovery of inner peace. Conversely, vastu blocks out the negative energies induced by negative forces. |
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In a vastu room, a deliberate decision to leave the center area empty of furniture creates an ''airiness." This center space symbolizes the realm of Brahma, the supreme Hindu god of creation, and His central zone collects spiritual energy that then radiates out in every direction. An open center in a bedroom is not always possible; but even in these rooms, the idea is to keep the decor uncluttered. |
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People who swear by the power of vastu make incredible claims. Once vastu is factored into their space, they say, a newly found inner peace improves their concentration and allows them to make thoughtful decisions within the personal realm or in the world of business. Stress and tension decrease. They function better, their health improvesand many even claim that they find financial success. Most everyone insists that vastu simply makes good sense. It is logical. It is related, not just to the five elements, but to the sun, the moon, everything in the universe. It is scientific and spiritual. |
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I heard variants of these phrases from everyone. But no one who practiced vastu was ever able to explain the intricate levels of the science to me. The information that I gathered was just the froth that skimmed the surface of a subject that I knew had to run extremely deep. |
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I confess that initially much of what I heard about vastu, especially the claims about health and wealth, brought out the cynic in me. I was even amused that converts traveled with a compass to make certain that a temporary home or office on the road could be adjusted as per Vastu in order to retain inner tranquility. Indeed, the compass was right up there with the passport, tickets, and credit cards on the "don't forget" list. Part of me even dismissed vastu as a form of superstition akin to touching wood in order to ward away bad lucka popular and instinctive gesture made by many of my friends. |
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