Question: I heard it’s good feng shui to have a small water fountain in a special place in your house. Is this true and if so where is the best place to put it?

S.L. –Norfolk, VA

CJ: Here’s my answer. Yes, it is very good feng shui to have a running water feature in a strategic location in your home.  For example, a small water feature on your desk in your office symbolizes abundance and the flow of money into your life. Water has properties that move energy that is stuck and helps to get things rolling. Make sure that the water is moving towards you or at 360 degrees (which is moving in all directions.) You don’t want the water moving away from you hence directing energy away.

Traditionally in feng shui, water is associated with weath and abundance. In ancient times, the Shamans of the land in China and other countries understood that to live near water where crops grew and fish was abundant, translated to an abundant livelihood where their goods could be traded at market.

There are other areas in your home where placing a water fountain is good feng shui, like in your career and/or wealth areas. However, those areas should be determined by a professional Feng Shui Consultant. If you need any referrals, just let me know. I’m happy to help.