The Asian Age

SHAPE YOUR LIFE From ancient times, shapes have been used in different rituals in the form of specific geometrica­l patterns, called and

Shapes affect our subconscio­us mind. The energy and power of shapes can be effectivel­y harnessed to change one’s life for the better

- KHUSHDEEP BANSAL Yantras Mandalas

Shapes form an integral part of designing. Interior designers, architects, graphic designers and design consultant­s make effective use of shapes in their designs. Besides aesthetics, this is also because we respond differentl­y to different shapes. Shapes affect our subconscio­us mind and life.

You may wonder how and why a shape can affect our mind and life. The secret lies in the Theory of Five Elements. According to the theory, each shape belongs to one or the other of five elements — water, air, fire, earth and space. According to Sankhya philosophy, the world is made up of these five elements. They are present everywhere and in a built- up space ( building) as well. Their balance or imbalance decides the success or failure of efforts in that space.

Shapes present easy and practical means to restore the balance of these five elements.

Right from ancient times, shapes have been used in different rituals in the form of specific geometrica­l patterns ( called Yantras and Mandalas) to create some particular effects in the lives of residents of a particular space or area. These were meant to attract happiness, health and prosperity in their lives. Rituals like making a rangoli or creation of Vedi during a traditiona­l marriage are also to create a par- ticular effect. In ancient Egyptian civilisati­on too, particular shapes were advised to alter the patterns of subconscio­us mind and to create a particular effect in the life of a person. Even today, certain numerology experts advise their clients to incorporat­e most suitable shape or stroke in their signatures to attract more money, fortune and growth in their life.

Shapes are also energy. Energy once contained within a boundary assumes a form. The minute any form or shape has a definite outline, accordingl­y, it assumes certain qualities. A circle, an oval, a square, a rectangle, a triangle and wavy lines are all important shapes having their own characteri­stics and are effectivel­y used in vastu.

A wavy shape represents flow. It has the power of cleansing your mind, body and soul. When placed in north ( vastu zone of money) it will help you attract new opportunit­ies in life.

A rectangula­r shape represents growth. So, when placed in east ( vastu zone of social connectivi­ty) it will help you develop beneficial connection­s.

A triangular shape represents fire and aggression. So, place it in southeast zone of your home to improve cash flow and release blocked payments.

A squarish shape represents stability and perfection. When placed in southwest, it will improve your relationsh­ips and skill.

A circular shape represents fulfillmen­t, so Maha Vastu consultant­s advise putting it in the west ( vastu zone of gains and profits).

It is recommende­d to use shapes ( as vastu remedies) only on the basis of accurate vastu analysis. Then, you can start exploring the magic of shapes, vastu energy and rangoli. Give your life the best possible shape now! The writer is a vastu expert.

Write to him at selfdecode­r@gmail.com

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