VASTU SHASTRA – A Tool to Harmonious Life
Scenario 1:
Do you ever notice that sometimes we purchase an artifact or showpiece and display it in a corner of our living room or bedroom, and then we start experiencing either positive or negative events? We might even attribute these events to the object, believing it to be lucky or unlucky, and develop superstitions. In reality, there could be some truth to it. Placing an object in the right zone can potentially yield positive outcomes, while placing it in the wrong zone may result in adverse effects.
Scenario 2:
Have you come across people who express concerns such as:
“I am struggling to find the right opportunity.”
“I am unable to recover my money.”
“Despite having good quality products, they are not selling.”
“There are relationship issues among family members or between spouses.”
These statements could be indicative of an imbalance of energies in certain directions as per Vastu principles. A skilled Vastu consultant can identify the zone responsible for these issues and provide simple remedies to resolve them.
What exactly is Vastu?
Vastu is based on the concept of scientifically combining the five basic elements of nature: – Water, Air, Fire, Earth, and Space.
Every structure is made up of the energies of the five elements. In order to have a harmonious living environment and achieve success in our endeavors, it is important for these energies to be in balance. When this balance is disrupted, problems may arise.
Zones as per Vastu and Their Attributes
In traditional Vastu, specific directions are assigned for various activities, such as the South-West (SW) zone being designated for the Master Bedroom, the ideal placement of the kitchen in the South-East (SE) zone, and so on. However, with the prevalent trend of apartment living and well-designed residential complexes, achieving these traditional Vastu guidelines can be challenging. Thankfully, modern Vastu experts have developed numerous simple remedies to address Vastu Doshas (imbalances) without the need for demolition. The Vastu Chakra is a crucial tool used to identify such imbalances and guide appropriate remedies.
| Element | Zones | Attribute | Most favourable Colour | Shapes Suitable |
| Water | NNW, North, NNE, NE | Spirituality& Healing | Blue/Black | Wavy Patterns |
| Air | ENE, East, ESE | Joy & Happiness | Green | Verticals bars/Rectangles |
| Fire | SE, SSE, South | Power & Fame | Red | Triangle |
| Earth | SSW, SW | Stability, Peace & Harmony | Yellow | Square |
| Space | WSW, West, WNW, NW | Expansions and Enhancements | Grey/White | Circular |
A Few Fundamental Principals as per Vastu
There are a few fundamental rules that should be followed by everyone
- The most important rule is to keep your space clutter-free. Keep discarding useless, broken, and non-working items.
- There should be no cuts or extensions in the plot.
- Houses next to temples, hospitals, or graveyards should be avoided because these places emit negative energies.
- Colors and patterns should be chosen as per the directions. We should totally avoid enemy colors e.g., the blue color represents water and we should totally avoid it in the Fire zone represented as water destroys fire.
- One should not sleep or sit under a beam of iron. Beams can cause severe stress, shoulder pain, headaches, and joint problems. If the beam lies between husband and wife, it can cause marital discord.
- Mandir or puja room should be in the northeast as one should face east to make prayers effective.
- Kitchen and Toilet in NE and SW should be totally avoided.
The significance of Vastu Shastra lies in its potential to have a positive impact on various aspects of life, leading to overall improvement. It can contribute to good health, prosperity, peace, harmonious relationships, happiness, and contentment. When material concerns are alleviated, it can also enable a higher spiritual pursuit. By applying Vastu principles in life, one can experience physical, mental, and spiritual upliftment.
Author Sakshi Khurana is a certified Astro-Vastu Consultant with three years of experience. Her journey began with exploring Vastu for her own house, and she has since delved deeper into the subject, successfully resolving issues for clients, family, and friends with simple yet effective remedies.
