And one place that might need an energy refresh is your bedroomparticularly, your bed itself.

According to feng shui, proper bed placement can help foster feelings of security, balance, and stability.

“There’s something in feng shui called ‘the commanding position,'” Cho explains.

Sarah Regan

Usually that means you’re looking diagonally toward the door.

That’s generally the best position."

You really want the headboard against the wall."

Makes sense, right?

Why does it matter, anyway?

As far as why bed placement matters, it comes down to the more primitive side of the mind.

When you might’t, you’re looking away from your future and inadvertently looking backward.

It’s about walking through life with your eyes open and seeing all the world has to offer."

What if I have a small bedroom and can’t set up my bed this way?

Even if it’s just a little, it can help keep energy flowing around you as you sleep.

Other feng shui tips to consider in your bedroom.

The idea is that anything under there can block the energy flow around you as you’re sleeping.

But you don’t want anything sharp or hard, like shoes, suitcases, or books.

Cho is also a fan of white for its freshness.

Lastly, keeping symmetry in mind always helps to foster balance in the bedroom.

This also ties back to supporting a balanced relationship with your partner if you have one.

A recap of how to feng shui your bed.