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Faiza Saqib

I Had a "Feng Shui Color Reading" — Here's What It Taught Me About How I Should Decorate My Home

A green door.

Who would have known that color could have such an impact within the home? Color has a way of creating flow and rhythm in a space — and well, for many, Feng Shui does the same. The practice helps people find peace and draw good energy into everyday things, whether that's home decor, plant styling or clothing. For writers and holistic experts, Anjie Cho and Laura Morris, Feng Shui is a form of guidance to a more restful life.

In their book, Mindful living: A Guide to the Everyday Magic of Feng Shui — released this year — the consultants offer meditative reflections on how to work this traditional practice in a modern way. The book explores how colors can affect your energy and emotions, as well as how it should be used throughout your home. When I heard the authors were available to do a color reading, I jumped at the opportunity. I had no idea what a color reading entailed, but it piqued my curiosity. So, how can certain colors be used to decorate my home? And do Feng Shui colors really make an impact?

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