Dining table in this room should be so placed that
people can move around it easily without having to move chairs or
furniture. Chairs should not block the doorways too. An octagonal or
Bagwa-shaped dining table is best, though, a round table also symbolizes
stability. The Feng Shui cure for a rectangular or square dining table
is to place an octagonal centerpiece or place mats on it. Three Star
Gods overlooking the dining table are said to bless you with health,
wealth and happiness. Dining chairs should be even in number and
ideally, should have backs shaped like horseshoe. It is believed that a
respected guest seated facing the door or sharing 'bread' with others,
whether family or strangers builds good social relationships and strong
community bonds.
This can take the form of potluck dinners, pancake breakfasts or company
picnics too. Since, dining with family is becoming a rare event these
days, from Feng Shui perspective, it is important to pay attention this
sacred aspect and dining space. Avoid old, dark and heavy furniture in a
small space in dining room because it will block chi and cause strain in
family relationships and may even cause indigestion. Remove boxes and
clutter to allow chi to move freely and preferably the dining table
should occupy the center position of the room with equal space on all
sides. Enough room for a person to get in and move out of the chair is
desirable. Flow of chi should be gentle but not static and so, dining
room with two doors that are not opposite to each other is preferred.
If you or your family members are suffering from eating disorders, a
faceted crystal ball or chandelier over the center of the dining table
can remedy the situation. A mirror in the drawing room that reflects
something nice such as window view or artwork and especially the food on
the table seems to double up the food and hence, wealth in your
household. However, if your dining table is a mess, then the mirror will
double it up along with your workload. If your family seems to linger on
to past memories for meal conversations, clear away all the old objects,
especially the old papers and photographs, from the room. If you so want
to treasure some of the ancestral belongings, keep it in the family
section rather than displaying them throughout the room.
