ACCORDING to Vasthu Sastra, beauty is certainly more than skin deep. To achieve everyone’s dream of looking and feeling good, this ancient science says that we must consider how we treat our bodies, what we consume and how we occupy the spaces we dwell in.
Harmonising the space in which we live can have a huge influence on our inner and out well-being. Our bodies and the spaces we occupy are two separate masses of vibrating energies, and both masses need to be in tune before we can enjoy inner peace that will be visible outwardly on our bodies and faces.
To address just one aspect of harmonising our living spaces, let me talk about sleep. Getting a good night’s sleep in your home is vital because a well-rested body can ward off many diseases. Also, not sleeping enough every night will hinder good metabolism and hormone production in a way that is similar to the effects of ageing.
Applying mint juice regularly to the face will help keep spots away. – File photo
If you’re sleeping as a couple, you should face east or west for a sound sleep. Avoid facing south, as this position will result in mood disturbances, nightmares, and a broken sleep that will result in feeling fatigued and weak upon waking.
Couples should occupy the highly energised south-west quadrant of a home to enjoy marital bliss and enhanced sexual relationships. Stay completely away from the south-east fire quadrant and the north-east water quadrant – both locations are inauspicious and will weaken health and marital bonds.
As for food, we are what we eat, as they say – and Vasthu Sastra adds that where we cook the food we eat also affects our bodies. The ancient science says that food should be cooked in the south-east or north-west areas of the home because these two locations will guarantee that the dishes will not give health issues. All other locations for the kitchens are unfavourable. Additionally, when preparing meals in the south-east, the cook should face east; in the north-west, he or she should face north.
Ancient Indian practices also have much to offer women looking for natural ways to enhance external appearances, too. These practises have drawn on herbs, spices, fruits and vegetables for centuries to help women look beautiful. Here are just a few tips to:
·Brighten complexion: Combine turmeric powder with sandal wood paste and apply to face.
·Delay age spots: Rub a piece of lemon over your hands before washing.
·Keep skin glowing: Make a paste of raw carrots, apply to the face and leave it on for one hour.
·Prevent dry lips: Grind rose petals, mix with butter milk and apply.
·Reduce wrinkles: Mix cabbage juice and one teaspoon of honey and apply regularly on the face.
·Remove black and white heads: Rub face gently with a mixture of soap and salt, then rinse with cold water.
·Remove spots: Apply mint juice regularly. For tougher cases of pimples, swab affected area with camphor lotion daily and wash off with mild medicated soap.
·Remove unwanted facial hair: Take equal quantities of turmeric powder and wheat flour and make a paste with sesame oil and apply to face.
·Stop hair loss: Blend bananas with honey, yogurt and low fat milk and drink for a few weeks.
Vasthu talks
The columnist will present a talk on how to attract positive energy into a home following ancient Indian sciences on July 3 at 7.30pm at the Shirdi Sai Centre at No. 10, Jalan Trus, Johor Baru. Admission is free. To register, call 012-329 9713.
Another talk on how to choose an auspicious property will be held on July 24 at 3pm at The Star Property Fair at G Hotel, Penang. (The fair will be held from July 23 to 25 at the G Hotel and Gurney Plaza Penang.)
A similar talk on beauty, health and prosperity will be held at The Star’s FemmeCity event on July 31 at 3pm at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre.
(FemmeCity will be held from July 30 to Aug 1 at the KLCC. For more information, go to clovetwo.com/femmecity.)
Admission to both these events is free.
Chief News Editor T. Selva has spent years researching and writing about the ancient Indian science of construction, better known as ‘Indian feng shui’. He is the first disciple of 7th generation Vasthu Sastra Master Yuvaraj Sowma from Chennai, India.
The Star does not give any warranty on accuracy, completeness, usefulness, fitness for any particular purpose or other assurances as to the opinions and views expressed in this column. The Star disclaims all responsibility for any losses suffered directly or indirectly arising from reliance on such opinions and views.
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