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The Commanding Position
The commanding position is one of the most widely used Feng Shui principles. It places your bed, desk or main seat where you can see the door without being directly in line with it.
The principle
Traditionally, facing the door from a supported position — ideally with a solid wall behind you — is associated with a sense of security and command over your surroundings.
Many people also simply find it more comfortable not to have their back to the entrance.
When the layout does not allow it
If you cannot move furniture into the commanding position, a mirror placed so you can see the door is a commonly used traditional adjustment.
Feng Shui is presented here as a traditional cultural practice and a framework for arranging space with intention. It is not a substitute for professional medical, legal, financial or psychological advice. Read the disclaimer.
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