‘Home is where heart must be at peace’

KUALA LUMPUR: Since ancient times, shelter has been the basic need of every human and the home is regarded a sacred space because it comforts, inspires and heals the body, mind and spirit. Columnist and author T. Selva shared this philosophy and knowledge of the 5,000-year-old Vasthu Sastra the Indian art of geomancy with visitors to The Star Property Fair, which reached its finale at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre here yesterday. “The ancient science, which can be applied in modern times to achieve a balance with cosmic forces, can assure harmonious living. Positive feedback: Selva giving out the ‘Vasthu’ pyramids to lucky recipients after his talk at the property fair at the KL Convention Centre in Kuala Lumpur Sunday. “One has to be tuned in with the universal rhythm of certain creations in seeking peace and prosperity,” he said, explaining that Vasthu Sastra was not just about a piece of land but something “that starts from oneself from the moment he wakes till he goes back to sleep”. Selva emphasised on the five elements of nature (ether, air, fire, water and earth) and the corresponding five senses in a person (hearing, smell, sight, taste and touch). “When working or living in a building or property, a person is to respect the five elements, which must be present around the individual,” he said. He explained: “Ether and hearing: one is encouraged to listen to soothing music early in the morning, not disturbing noises or loud music. “Air and smell: the burning of fragrant incense or uplifting scents purify the air and allow fresh air to flow into the house. “Fire and sight: watch the sunrise and allow the morning sun into the house to have a good headstart. “Water and taste: have an indoor fountain in the northeast space of the room to be in harmony with the water element. “Earth and the sense of touch: allow your bare feet to touch the ground to discharge and recharge your body with positive earth energies. Selva, who put up Vasthu Sastra guide books for sale, also gave away 100 mini-pyramids, imported from India, to lucky visitors and explained how they drew subtle positive energy. He said one of the pyramid's functions was to remove or recycle stagnated and negative energy and focus on harmonising energies instead.-The Star