STARTING THE DAY AS PER VAASTU

We inadvertently do certain things upon waking up thinking them to be right. But they may be wrong without us realising. We will discuss some of these early morning habits which are forbidden by Vaastu. Most of us look at the mirror after getting up from the bed to check ourselves. Our dress, get up and hair are untidy immediately after getting up from the bed. Seeing this reflection is not auspicious. So one should not immediately look at the mirror after waking up.

We must remember the supreme god immediately after opening the eyes. This brings confidence. It is a good habit to look at the sun and pray to the sun god. The Surya Namaskar is recommended early in the morning by Yoga. Water should be offered to the Sun God after waking up. It is very auspicious to hear the sound of bells from a temple. It is said to be lucky to see the conch shell, coconut, flowers or peacock after waking up. So you can keep them at the bedroom in a place where you can easily see them. A peacock feather will substitute for the bird! When you go out of the house, it is extremely lucky to see a cleaner or sweeper. Those who keep pets have the habit of calling them or making them sit nearby during breakfast. This should be avoided. In fact, for that matter the name of any animal should not be taken while having breakfast. This ruins the day.

But it is auspicious to see a white cow in the morning. Hindus regard the cow next to the mother and it is recommended to offer the first cooked roti to cattle. If the early morning sunlight can be made to fall on a pot of drinking water, it is very good to see and drink it. If the morning sunlight can be diffused to enter the bedroom via a crystal, it is extremely good for all round luck. Crystals can be charged for this purpose exposing to moonlight also but for a longer duration.

RELATION OF FOOD WITH LAKSHMI

A lot of importance has been given in Vaastu Shastra regarding food and the way it is cooked and consumed. There are several rules to be followed before and after taking food. By following the Vaastu rules while dining, one can keep a lot of diseases at bay while creating a strong family bond.

A TIP: Lighting ghee lamps around the house everyday in the evening gets rid of negativity. The one you keep in your home temple must be offered along with coconut, flowers and some sweets to God.

AN AGE-OLD TEST

It is believed that new born babies are pure and they are children of god. They are bestowed with the power of identifying their parents specially the mother immediately after birth. Babies can detect negativity immediately. If you want to check the Vaastu of a place, take a baby there. If the baby starts crying in that place, you will know that there are negative energies in that place!

QUESTION AND ANSWERS:

J.Kalita, via email

Ans: A peephole creates a break on the door in the form of a cut which is not recommended by Vaastu as far as the main door is concerned. It is better to have a window by the side of the door to see who is coming. In apartments, where it may not be possible to keep a window, CC cameras may be installed or security lock chains can be fitted on the door.

Arup Kr Gogoi, Sibasagar

Ans: This has been discussed many times earlier. But I am again giving a brief description:

I hope this helps.