I believe that our surroundings have a powerful influence on what we attract into our lives.
In Feng Shui, the direction of energy flow plays a crucial role in shaping our experiences and outcomes.
By aligning specific areas of a home or space with certain intentions, it’s possible to invite more of what we want—whether that’s wealth, love, opportunities, or harmony.
I will focus on two of the most effective directions for attracting positive energy: the Southeast and the Southwest.
These directions are closely tied to abundance and relationships, and when activated properly, they can support goals related to financial growth and meaningful connections.
Using simple but intentional Feng Shui methods, I’ll explain how to energize these areas and align them with your desires.
1. Southeast – The Direction of Wealth and Prosperity
In traditional Feng Shui, the Southeast sector of any space governs wealth, prosperity, and financial luck. This doesn’t just mean money—it also represents abundance in all areas, including opportunities, success, and personal growth. If you’re looking to boost your income, start a business, attract new clients, or just feel more secure in your financial life, this is the direction to focus on.
Step 1: Locate the Southeast Sector
First, determine where the Southeast area is in your home or office. The easiest way to do this is by using a compass or a compass app on your phone. Stand in the center of your home, hold the compass flat, and identify the Southeast direction. Note which room or area falls into this sector.
Step 2: Clear and Clean the Area
Feng Shui always starts with cleanliness and clarity. Energy cannot flow properly through clutter, dust, or broken items. In the Southeast sector, remove anything you don’t love, use, or need. This is especially important if this area contains items that symbolize financial loss, like unpaid bills, broken electronics, or dusty storage.
Step 3: Add Wood and Water Elements
The Southeast is governed by the Wood element, and it is nourished by the Water element. To enhance this area:
- Use green, brown, and blue colors in your decor.
- Incorporate healthy plants—especially those with round leaves like jade plants or money trees.
- Place a small water feature like a tabletop fountain or an image of flowing water (never stagnant or violent).
- Use artwork that symbolizes growth, like forests or bamboo.
- Add wooden furniture or decor made from natural materials.
Avoid Fire and Metal elements in this area as they weaken the Wood energy.
Step 4: Use Wealth Enhancers
Traditional Feng Shui symbols can be powerful when used correctly. Consider adding:
- A wealth bowl with coins, crystals, and symbols of prosperity.
- A Chinese lucky cat, wealth ship, or gold ingots.
- A mirror to reflect wealth-enhancing items, doubling the energy.
- Your business goals or financial affirmations written and placed here.
Step 5: Activate the Area
Energy responds to movement. Turn on the water fountain for a few hours a day, open the windows to let air circulate, or add lighting to make this sector feel more alive. This helps stimulate chi and encourages flow in your financial life.
2. Southwest – The Direction of Love and Relationships
The Southwest direction rules over love, relationships, and nurturing energy. It’s deeply connected to romantic partnerships, marriage, friendships, and even your relationship with yourself. If you want to attract a loving partner, deepen an existing relationship, or bring harmony to your connections, this is the direction to energize.
Step 1: Locate the Southwest Sector
As with the Southeast, find the center of your home and use a compass to identify the Southwest area. Take note of what room or zone falls under this direction.
Step 2: Clean and Create a Welcoming Vibe
Remove clutter and items that could block relationship energy, such as lonely or sad imagery, single chairs, or anything broken. Make sure the space feels open, cozy, and welcoming.
Step 3: Embrace Earth and Fire Elements
Southwest is ruled by the Earth element, which is supported by Fire. To enhance this sector:
- Use colors such as pink, red, beige, terracotta, and soft yellows.
- Decorate with crystals like rose quartz, carnelian, or garnet.
- Add items made from ceramic, clay, or stone.
- Use candles or soft lighting to bring warmth.
- Display paired items—like two candles, two cushions, or artwork of couples—to symbolize partnership.
Avoid Wood and Metal elements here, as they disrupt Earth energy.
Step 4: Use Relationship Cures and Symbols
Traditional Feng Shui cures for love include:
- A pair of Mandarin ducks or lovebirds, which represent long-lasting love.
- A rose quartz heart or love crystal grid.
- A picture of a happy couple or an image that makes you feel connected and loved.
- A “Love Box” where you write your ideal partner traits or relationship goals and keep it in this sector.
These items send a clear message to the universe: you’re ready to receive love.
Step 5: Energetically Invite Love In
Light a red candle in this area once a day while setting a relationship intention. Keep this sector energized by regularly interacting with it—play music, open the windows, or place fresh flowers. This activates the chi and invites new, harmonious connections.
General Feng Shui Tips for Both Directions
- Keep energy fresh: Air out these spaces often, and avoid allowing them to become stagnant or dusty.
- Be intentional: Everything you place in these areas should reflect your goals. Don’t just add items randomly—make sure they align with what you want to attract.
- Avoid negative imagery: Art or items that depict loneliness, struggle, or chaos can counteract the positive energy you’re building.
- Let go of the past: If you’re holding onto old items that tie you to past relationships or financial failures, consider removing them or storing them elsewhere. Make space for new energy to enter.
In Feng Shui, the energy around you reflects the energy within you. By consciously enhancing the Southeast and Southwest directions of your space, you’re sending a message to the universe—and yourself—that you’re ready to receive abundance and love. This isn’t magic or superstition; it’s a form of environmental psychology that aligns your surroundings with your goals.
Every time you walk past a healthy plant in your Southeast sector or light a candle in the Southwest, you reinforce your intentions.
That consistent alignment between thought, environment, and action creates powerful results. With time, attention, and an open heart, you’ll begin to notice shifts—not just in your external life, but also in your mindset, mood, and confidence.
That’s when Feng Shui becomes more than design—it becomes a way of living intentionally.