Lighting is an important component in feng shui, as it regulates the flow of chi or energy in your home and in your body. The bedroom in particular has a stronger influence on chi than any other room, as most of our time is spent there at night when there is no natural light. We therefore must rely mostly on artificial light sources in our bedrooms. In general, feng shui experts believe one should keep lighting soft and indirect in a bedroom to create a relaxed and romantic mood. This is usually the mood most people strive for in their bedrooms anyway.

Lamps with diffused paper shades and low wattage light bulbs work best. And lamps made from natural materials, such as wood and rice paper work very well. Avoid fluorescent bulbs if possible, as they tend to emit a cold blue light and oscillate very quickly, thus disturbing the retina and brain. Full spectrum lighting with a low wattage and colored bulbs are excellent for the bedroom: pink for calming, yellow to feel settled and purple for passion. Try these tips and see what works best for you. Experiment with different lighting until you find something works best. The author prefers an adjustable light, where the brightness can be turned up or down.