Vastu Shastra places significant reliance on the principles of Feng Shui. Here are some simple ways to refresh your home this Diwali, helping to revitalize its energy.

This year, Diwali falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026—meaning you have only two days left. Beyond general house cleaning, there are certain Vastu tips that can help purify your home and eliminate negativity.

Follow these Feng Shui guidelines before Diwali:
Avoid placing photographs above a fireplace. While this may be a common decorative choice, Feng Shui principles advise against displaying family photos or sacred items above a fireplace, as it is believed to "ignite" conflict within your relationships, potentially leading to emotional stress and strained bonds with loved ones.

According to Feng Shui and Vastu principles, you should avoid displaying "solitary" or lonely-looking artwork in your home. If you are seeking a partner or planning to launch a new business, refrain from keeping images or artwork that evoke a sense of melancholy or loneliness—whether at home or on your office desk—as such pieces can work against your efforts.

If you have a cherished photograph that includes someone who has passed away, consider removing it from display and placing it in an album instead. Such images can perpetuate negative energy in your surroundings, leading to an imbalance in the home's energy.

While people pay special attention to cleaning their homes for Diwali, the area beneath the bed is often overlooked. According to Feng Shui and Vastu principles, the floor in your bedroom should always be kept clean and tidy. Not cleaning this means you are sleeping amidst old energy.

Furthermore, according to Feng Shui principles, you should also clear out any clothes that you no longer wear or that are torn. Worn-out or damaged clothing tends to weaken your aura.

Finally, and most importantly, any obstruction in front of the doors in your home during Diwali can negatively impact the energy within the space. While energy does not necessarily require a large opening to enter, any object placed directly in front of a door acts as a barrier to the very energy you are working so hard, day and night, to attract.

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