Arbitron, Inc., a media and marketing research firm, found that Americans reported spending more than 2 hours per day in their car either as a driver or passenger (Read Actual Report). Much of this time is spent commuting to and from work, shuttling our children to or from school, running errands or simply enjoying our free time. Since, the automobile has become so prevalent in our lives; it is only natural that we use the principles of Feng Shui to make our car experience more relaxing, safe, and enjoyable. A pleasant driving experience often lingers long after we leave our cars and a Feng Shui automobile can help create a harmonious environment for all passengers.
In order to achieve these goals, we will take a closer look at the importance of Lucky Feng Shui numbers(in relation to your car's license number), Feng Shui car colors and the significance of your car's interior environmental condition. We will then apply several Feng Shui cures which can help bring about positive change to your automotive life.
The License Plate
To build a strong foundation for a great Feng Shui automobile you should start with your license plate. Numbers are a very important aspect of Feng Shui and your license plate number represents various numerical aspects of life which are similar to the bagua. Some of these aspects include: Health, Wealth, Career, Relationships, etc. Ultimately, we are trying to achieve harmony and balance with the universal life force, or Qi, in order to ride the wave of success in various areas of our life.
When you have the time, go outside and add up the numbers on your license plate. Ideally, your number should add up to 8. The number 8 represents recognition, good fortune and wealth. If your Feng Shui license plate adds up to 6, your car is representing spirituality, union, no troubles and basically smooth sailing. If your license plate adds up to 1 your license represents “new beginnings” and if the number adds up to 9 your license plate represents "endings" to the universe in which it travels.
The Color
Color plays a significant role in the world of Feng Shui and it is considered normal for practitioners to pay serious attention to their car's exterior color. Some people even choose specific Feng Shui car colors in order enhance their ability to create very precise life experiences. Some important Feng Shui car colors include:
Red
Red is great for wealth but it also has a trade off. Many practitioners believe the color red promotes ticketing by police and highway patrolmen. Red is also a subliminal irritant for the mind. Black
Black is secondary Feng Shui car color representing money. More importantly a black car is less abrasive on the mind.
Blue
Shades of blue promote calmness and support the functions of a mechanically sound car.
Green
Green is very similar to blue, but focuses on personal health.
White
White is useless for Feng Shui purposes. However, from a practical viewpoint it is better for many hot environments.
The Interior
Another important aspect of your Feng Shui automobile is your relationship with the interior environment. Again color plays an important role in the types of experiences you are calling into your life. Many of the exterior color definitions transfer into the interior.
For example, red is an excellent choice if you are looking to attract money and wealth. A red interior, with a different exterior color, will also help to avoid the attention of the highway patrolmen and reduce the chances of being a target for ticketing.
Tans are also another great interior color because they promote good Yin/Yang balance. Tans represent the Yin or female energy. This energy brings balance to the automobile which is often driven in an aggressive (Yang) manner.
Also, it is important for you to keep the interior of your car very clean. A clean interior enables the Qi (energy) to flow more freely. Your car will have a much livelier environment and you will feel much better about yourself and others around you. This feeling of happiness and wellbeing will ultimately transfer into other aspects of your life.
Please try some of these Feng Shui cures, especially if you are considering purchasing a new vehicle. At a minimum, try cleaning out your car in order to free up the Qi and bring more balance and harmony to your life. The nice thing about a Feng Shui car is the environmental change is quite noticeable and almost instantaneous. You tend to feel calm and protected when you have a Feng Shui automobile under your feet.
