How to Attract Luck into Your House

Good fortune flows in the direction of positive spiritual energy and is retained in a harmonious environment. There are a number of different ambient factors that are known to increase spiritual energy and positive vibrations. For a space to be abundant in positive spiritual energy, it should embody these characteristics:

1. Bright and Airy

Negative spiritual energy is associated with dark, dank, dingy surroundings. Light drives away darkness and hence, wards off negativity. Keep windows open to allow fresh air to circulate and use natural light as much as possible, because a bright, well-lit, well ventilated space is auspicious. So if the weather permits, draw those curtains and crack open a window or two.

1. Uncluttered and Tidy

The compulsions of everyday life cause us to sometimes forget that “Cleanliness is next to Godliness”. Don’t be that person. Disorderly, untidy surroundings trap negative energy, hence taking out the trash is akin to removing bad vibrations from your living space. The same applies to dust, grime, dirt, mold, cobwebs, unpleasant odours and excessive damp. In fact, in many parts of the world it is believed that the dirt attached to our shoes introduces outside negativity into our homes. Shoes are for this reason, often left outside.

Hording junk and discarded or broken objects should also be avoided, at least in your main living space. All stopped clocks, even those of a digital variety should either be restored, or removed from sight.

1. Fresh and Fragrant

Incense, essential oils and scented candles allow a space to be cleansed of negative energy. Scents like rose petals, lavender, sage, sandalwood and jasmine are considered especially good for promoting calm, cleansing and attracting good luck. Filling a space with the fragrance of incense has a purifying effect that allows divine energy to permeate.

Similarly, burning lamps and candles produces fire and light and both elements are sources of positive energy.

1. Vibrant and Colourful

Colours that are associated with favourable astrological and spiritual energies should be the dominant features of the interior and exterior of a building. Generally favourable colours are white, yellow, red, green and orange. An explanation of the colours that may be suitable or unsuitable for you, according to your horoscope is explained in detail in our article, 'Colours and Astrology'.

1. Blessed by Nature

Healthy plants bring colour, fragrance and aesthetic appeal to any space and are a natural way to accomplish many of the above requirements. Fresh flowers are symbols of vitality and growth. They purify the air, improve the ambience and are believed to attract prosperity and positive energy. Certain plants are especially suitable for this such as, holy basil (ocimum sanctum), money plants and peace lilies. For warmer climes and space permitting, pomegranate, mango and banana trees are all good choices. Although lucky bamboo is popular according to Feng Shui, bamboo is associated with death according to Vedic traditions and is hence best avoided.

1. The Sound of Good Fortune

Spiritually favourable sounds such as the chiming of bells, spiritual chants and the reciting of prayers will increase the ambient positivity of any area. It is said that chanting the powerful ‘Mahamrityunjay Mantra’ not only positively charges the immediate area, but the surrounding vicinity too. The energy data for different activities, as given on our page for 'Good Luck Charms' shows that:

1. The ring of bells produces >11,000 bovis of energy.
2. Reciting prayers produces >12,000 bovis of energy.

1. Adorned with Auspicious Symbols

The last, but by no means the least way of attracting good fortune into a home is by placing symbols of good luck on the interior and exterior. There are many categories of such items, such as those prescribed by Feng Shui, Vastu Shastra, astrology and other spiritual practices. In fact, using different types of objects in combination, can prove to be a winning strategy.

Good Luck Charms for the Home

All of the charms listed below make a welcome addition to any home, regardless of who the occupants are and whether this be a new place or old. If you know someone who is moving into a new residence, any one of the following should prove to be a thoughtful house warming gift.

Astrological and Vedic Talismans

There are a whole range of Vedic talismans that one can choose from. Suffice to say, placing any such talisman inside or outside your home will have an auspicious effect. Some of the more notable options are:

Astrology vs Superstition

There is both a bit of astrology and superstition where it comes to good luck charms for the home. It is therefore, important to make a distinction between which type of remedy belongs to which type of belief.

Astrology based beliefs about good luck charms generally relate to colour, direction and planetary influence. An analysis of a person’s natal chart can reveal the astrological influences that affect the nature of their household and home environment. That is, the planetary influences on the 2^nd and 4^th houses of the natal chart determine a person’s fortunes in terms of their household and the immoveable assets. An analysis of these houses would bring to light the amulets and talismans that can improve both areas of life.

Superstitious beliefs about good luck charms generally do not take astrological or cosmic influences into account, but are rather based on traditional beliefs, folklore, cultural customs and in some cases, myths. Such charms are believed to bring good luck or ward off bad luck based on symbolic meanings and historical usage.

Both astrology based recommendations and remedies that have evolved from superstitions, are effective. Ideally, a home or building should house a mix of both.