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Vastu Shastra Remedies for Your Home, Office, and Factory

Vastu Shastra is an ancient Indian science related to architecture and interior arrangement. It determines how a building, house, or other structure should be constructed to attract positive energy and prosperity. Vastu Shastra emphasizes the balance of natural elements (water, air, fire, earth, and sky) and considers how the design and orientation of a building can affect human life.

(1) Before construction, the land should be consecrated, and land worship and foundation worship should be performed at an auspicious time. Once the building is completed, its establishment should be performed with Vastu worship, Gayatri chanting, Ganapati worship, Rudra chanting, Vishnu worship, Navagraha worship, and Graha-Shanti havan, along with a Brahmin meal and donation. The scriptures say that ten percent of the building's cost should be spent on this establishment.

(2) The main entrance of a factory, mill, or school should not be at a corner.

(3) Whether it is a factory, shop, or private building, care should be taken that there is no door void.

(4) Unproductive and forbidden trees should never be planted at the entrance of a house or factory.

(5) Whether animals, carts, bullock carts, taxis, or cars are concerned, the northwest corner of the house should always be chosen for parking.

(6) Whether it is natural water or artificial water, its flow should always be towards the northeast direction.

(7) Administrative rooms, meeting rooms, consulting rooms, or important decision-making rooms should be located in the north or east direction of the building.

(8) Toilets, urinals, gutters, manholes, or dirty drains should be in the northwest or southeast corners of the house.

(9) The room of senior managers, directors, and executives should be in the southwest, west, or south direction.

(10) The rooms for mid-level officers should be in the north and east directions.

(11) The rooms for artisans and laborers should be in the northwest direction.

(12) Rooms for accounting work, artists, mapmakers, and engineers should be in the southeast corner.

(13) The reception area, guest room, prayer room, and drinking water area should always be in the northeast.

(14) The storehouse should be in the southeast direction.

(15) The staff room should always face the north and east direction.

(16) The main production machines in the factory should be installed in the southwest, south, and west areas.

(17) Useful and auxiliary machines should be placed in the north or east directions.

(18) The on-off switches for machines should ideally be placed in the northwest corner.

(19) No large machines should be in the northeast and central part.

(20) Flammable items such as boilers, heaters, AC controls, meters, ovens, gas stoves, and dryers should be installed in the fire corner.

(21) Useful items should be stored in the northwest corner of the house, and warehouses should not be in the southwest, northeast, or the central part of the house.

Vastu Shastra and Positive Conduct in Business

(21) Business Profit and Direction: From a business perspective, west-facing shops experience fluctuating profits and losses, whereas north-facing shops increase wealth and enhance the reputation of the establishment. The businessman should sit facing north or east in their establishment (whether a shop or office); otherwise, there is a risk of financial loss. The exception is that if a person’s birth chart has a strong Rahu or Venus, they can succeed facing south.

(22) Shape of the Shop: The shape of the shop or office is also important. A tapered shop (wider at the front and narrower at the back) is considered inauspicious, while a lion-shaped shop (narrow at the front and wider at the back) is deemed profitable. A long-shaped shop is considered auspicious, as are square-shaped shops.

(23) Curvature (Bentness): There should be no curvature inside the shop, as it causes unrest.

(26) There should be no threshold or step at the entrance of the shop or office; otherwise, wealth will not remain stable.

(24) Ganapati Worship: Ganapati worship should be done before establishing the shop or office. The idol of Ganapati should be placed to the right of the shop, office, or seat along with Lakshmi.

(25) Auspicious Timing and Attire: New furniture, counters, and seating should be brought in during auspicious timings. White and yellow attire should be used, as Lakshmi is attracted to the rays of Venus, and brightness creates allure.

(26) Worship Procedure: Properly facing the direction while worshipping the shop or office, one should create a symbol of Swastik with fragrance, flowers, and rice, which symbolizes prosperity and success. The Swastik should be made beautifully with "Kukuma" (saffron), which leads to stability and growth in business. Care should be taken not to create an inverted Swastik, as it will yield contrary results.

(27) Establishment as 'Lakshmi Form': The trader should consider their shop or establishment as 'Lakshmi Form' and worship it with devotion. Believing that the establishment is the greatest nurturer, the trader should pray: "O Goddess! Make my establishment and business successful, and may fame and prosperity always reside in my home."

Vastu and Worship Methods for Prosperity in Business

Kubera's Importance: Kubera is considered the lord of permanent wealth and the deity of the north direction. Therefore, the north direction is considered superior for auspicious and business activities. Facing north, one should pray to Kubera for wealth acquisition.

Significance of the Place for Keeping Money: Symbols like swastika should be inscribed on items that hold money, such as bags, purses, lockers, cabinets, passbooks, and checks. Additionally, five lotus seeds and five turmeric knots (whole turmeric) should be established, ensuring that the place for money does not remain empty. By placing grass, rice, fragrance, and flowers, one should pray for the permanent residence of Lakshmi.

Installation of Shri Yantra: Wherever possible, establish a sacred Shri Yantra in the shop or commercial office and recite the Shri Sookta and Kanak Dhara Stotra daily. This ensures that Lakshmi resides permanently there.

Place of Worship: The place of worship should be in the northeast corner of the house or office. When worshiping, the individual should face east or north.

Direction of the Locker: The locker, cash register, or cash box should always be installed in the north direction, as this is considered Kubera's direction, which ensures the blessing of wealth. Keeping a Kubera Yantra in the locker also ensures that it never remains empty.

Direction of Statues: The idols of Ganesh, Kubera, Durga, Bhairav, and Shodashi Matrikas should face south.

Direction of Hanumanji's Idol: The idol of Hanumanji should face the southwest direction.

Business Timing: Starting business activities in the first half of the day is considered auspicious, while conducting business activities after sunset or at night is not advisable.

Protection from Evil Eye: The evil eye can create obstacles in business, known as "nazar lagna." To avoid this, every Saturday, lemons and seven green chilies should be tied to the external pillars of the shop, office, or establishment. This should be placed where everyone can see it.

For Abundance in the Shop: If one does not feel focused in the shop or if there is a lack of abundance, one should place the idol of Ganapati. The idol should face forward, and the back should be positioned backward, which removes poverty.

White Ganapati and Shri Yantra: Placing a white Ganapati along with a silver Shri Yantra (coin-sized) at the entrance is extremely auspicious.

Establishment of Deities and Gurus in Shops and Offices

It is essential to establish the family deity and personal deity in one's shop, seat, or office. Additionally, it is necessary to place the picture of an inspiring guru. Every morning, when opening the shop, respectfully bow to the personal and family deities, and offer floral garlands, incense, and light to esteemed deities.

Contribution to Charity

This life is not just for oneself, but is dedicated to the entire world and all living beings. Businessmen should allocate a portion of their pure profit to charitable activities. Continuously contribute a portion of their profits to public works or humanitarian service. Doing so ensures personal satisfaction, public welfare, fame, and prosperity in business.

The Impact of Directions in Vastu Shastra

A detailed and practical study of Vastu Shastra makes it clear that where the southwest direction is light or open, stability does not remain. In a shop or house where the southwest direction is flawed, instability remains in business or life. Factories with a flawed southwest direction experience interruptions, such as inconsistent supply of goods, machine breakdowns, or labor disputes.

If the southwest direction remains weak, the house or factory may eventually shut down or have to be sold. However, some exceptions exist; despite a weak southwest direction, some people experience stability in life due to the strong influence of their home constellations. The stability in such people's lives is due to the impact of their home constellations.

Impact of Directions in Vastu Shastra

A detailed and practical study of Vastu Shastra reveals that if the southwest direction (Nairutya) is light or open, stability is not maintained. In shops or houses where the southwest direction is defective, instability prevails in business or life. In factories where the southwest direction is weak, interruptions are common; for instance, sometimes goods are not supplied, machinery breaks down, or laborers arrive late and go on strike.

If the southwest direction remains weak, houses or factories eventually close down or must be sold. However, there are exceptions where some individuals experience stability despite a weak southwest direction due to their powerful natal stars. In such cases, the stability in their lives is attributed to the influence of their home constellations.

Defects of the Southwest Direction and Remedies

According to Vastu, if the southwest direction is corrected, life can improve. If someone's birth chart has malefic planets and there are defects in the southwest direction, it can lead to inauspicious times for them. Defects in the southwest direction may cause unrest, long-term illnesses, debts, and accidents. To remedy this direction, pits should be filled, maximum construction should be done, and it should be elevated. The wall in the southwest direction should be wide, and heavy objects should be placed in this direction. If there is an open area outside, large trees should be planted.

Vastu Suggestions for Factories and Worship Areas

In factories, heavy machines and raw materials should be placed in the southwest direction. In homes, the worship area should be located in the northeast direction (Ishan), as it is considered the direction of the divine. The idol of the deity should face east for auspicious results.

Importance of the Kitchen and Dining Room

The kitchen is best situated in the southeast direction (Agneya) as it mitigates inauspicious events. When preparing food, the woman should face east. According to Vastu, the dining room is considered auspicious in the west direction, as it provides peace, happiness, and satisfaction during meals.

Preventing Adverse Effects from Computers and Electronic Devices

Where a large number of people work with computers and electronic devices, headaches and irritability are common. To prevent this, a Torch Cactus plant should be placed in the office. This plant reduces the adverse effects of electronic devices and maintains ionic balance. It is also beneficial for home use.

Vastu for Living Rooms and Meeting Rooms

For important discussions and meetings, the drawing room should be located in the north direction. This orientation ensures that discussions are meaningful and peaceful.

Importance of Bedrooms, Store Rooms, and Other Directions

Direction of the Bedroom:
The bedroom should be in the southwest direction for the homeowner. The bed should be placed towards the south or southwest, while the eastern part should remain vacant.

Sleeping Position:
One should not sleep with their feet pointing south, as this is considered the direction of Yama (the god of death) and may lead to mental stress, nightmares, and insomnia. Sleeping with feet towards the east, ruled by Indra, brings energy and happiness. Sleeping with feet towards the west, ruled by Varuna, ensures good sleep.

Direction of the Store Room:
The store room (Mandargriha) should be constructed in the northwest direction (Vayavya), which enhances wealth, grain growth, happiness, and peace.

Importance of the Courtyard:
A courtyard located in the center of the house enhances the family environment. It should not be left completely open from above, as this helps maintain love within the family.

Toilets and Septic Tanks:
Toilets should be constructed in the western (Vayavya) or southern southeast direction (Agneya) and not in the southwest. The toilet door should open towards the east or southeast, and while sitting, one should face north.

Construction of Bathrooms:
The best direction for bathrooms is the east. Water flow should be directed towards the north, east, or northeast, which keeps the body energized.

Use of Old Materials in Construction:
Old materials, such as bricks from a demolished building, should not be used in construction.

Door in the Southern Direction:
A door facing south should be avoided; if unavoidable, a monkey statue should be placed there.

Northeast Corner of the Factory:
If the northeast corner of a factory is not proper, it can result in a zero balance sheet despite millions in revenue.

Errors in Directions:
Errors, cracks, or pits in the northeast direction can be harmful to the homeowner. Having a toilet in the northeast can lead to family disputes and conflicts among workers in a factory.

Kitchen Direction:
Having a kitchen in the northeast can lead to family conflicts and financial losses. Garbage or junk should not be placed in this direction; otherwise, the homeowner may face hostility.

Note: By keeping in mind these minor directions and remedies, one can attain happiness, peace, and prosperity in their home, office, and life, as the perspectives and directions significantly influence every individual’s life. If you believe in spirituality, then these Vastu remedies are as essential as the air we breathe.

Disclaimer:
This information is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. While efforts have been made to ensure accuracy and reliability, the principles and interpretations of Vastu Shastra can vary widely. Always consult a qualified astrologer for personalized advice.