First of all, we need to make clear is, “bed against two walls, home was sick” the origin of this sentence. According to folklore, the thick energy field formed between the bed and the walls helps human health. But in fact, this statement has no scientific basis. In response to the question of whether bed layout affects health, Professor Li Ming, a renowned doctor from Beijing Hospital affiliated with Capital Medical University, said, “Bed layout has little to do with human health, and the important thing is to keep the bed clean and comfortable, which will help you sleep and rest.”
However, bed arrangement is not entirely without care. Experts recommend trying to place the bed in the centre of the room and avoiding having the head of the bed close to the window and bathroom wall. There are two reasons for this: firstly, when you are sleeping, noise, light and other disturbing factors may come from the window, affecting the quality of sleep; secondly, water vapour and odour from the bathroom can easily penetrate into the bed through the wall, which is not good for your health.
So, the bed should be placed against which two walls? According to the actual situation of the living environment, you can choose the position of the bed on both sides of the wall. In this way, both the effective use of space, but also to increase the stability of the bed, so that sleep is more stable and comfortable.
In the interview, a resident, Ms Wang, told us, “My family’s bed is against the kitchen and bathroom walls, and so far the body is healthy and the quality of sleep is good.” This shows that the influencing factors of bed layout are not absolute, and the differences in personal constitution will also produce different results.
The correct or incorrect arrangement of beds does not directly cause a family to suffer from illness. However, the neatness and comfort of beds have an impact on the quality of sleep and quality of life of residents. Professor Li suggests that bedding should be kept clean, changed and washed regularly, and should not be stacked with too much clutter to ensure that the beds are neat and comfortable.
Apart from bed layout, we should also pay attention to the indoor environment of the home. How to create a comfortable, healthy living environment for every family is crucial. Experts remind that we should pay attention to ventilation to keep the indoor air circulating and away from harmful substances. Besides, it is also very important to keep the room tidy and dry.
Once again, we are reminded that when arranging the bed, the choice should be made according to the actual situation of the individual and the living environment.
As the saying goes: “One is afraid of the tree pressing down on the room, the second is afraid of the bed beam, the third is afraid of the sores behind the grave”, it is really not a superstition!
Since ancient times, the proverb contains wisdom and experience, one of the proverb “a fear of tree pressure room, two fear of bed beams, three fear after the grave sores” is more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people. Although this proverb is straightforward, it contains all kinds of taboos about the living environment and interpersonal interactions, which influence people’s lifestyles and values.
Firstly, one is afraid of the tree pressing down on the house. In modern society, trees as an important part of nature, not only beautify the environment, but also has an important function such as purifying the air and regulating the climate. However, overly dense trees or fallen trees in big storms may bring harm to people’s lives. If trees grow too dense, the strength of the root system will gradually increase, and in the event of extreme weather conditions such as high winds and heavy rains, the trees may collapse, causing damage to the nearby housing structure and even threatening personal safety. Therefore, it is often said that “a fear of tree pressure house”, reminding us to pay attention to the growth of trees in the choice of living environment, so as not to bring unnecessary risks to their lives.
Secondly, the second fear of bed beams. Sleep is an important and indispensable part of people’s daily lives, and the bed as a place for people to rest and relax, the bed beams on the quality of sleep has a great impact. In traditional living environments, many people’s beds are placed underneath the beams. According to cultural practices and superstitions, it is believed that the beams under the bed will bring bad effects on the quality of sleep, and may even affect physical health and family fortune. Although there is no conclusive scientific evidence to prove that the presence of bed beams will have a direct impact on one’s health, for many people, this traditional concept has been deeply rooted in people’s hearts and minds, and everyone will try to avoid the presence of bed beams when choosing their living environments and bed placement in order to ensure the quality of their sleep.
Finally, the three fears of sores behind the grave. The proverbial “sores behind the grave” refers to the small holes around the graves, which are shaped like sores on the face, creating an ominous feeling for people. The traditional belief is that if such holes are found around the graves, it may lead to a series of bad things, such as family discord and ill health. Therefore, it is often said that “there are three sores behind the grave”, and when choosing a cemetery and planning the living environment, one should try to avoid the existence of similar small holes around the grave in order to avoid unnecessary troubles and disturbances.
Although these taboos and traditional concepts may seem superstitious in the light of modern science and technology, the warnings and reminders they contain are derived from ancient people’s observations and experiences over the years. This traditional culture carries the emotions and beliefs of people in many parts of China and the world, and also reflects their desire for a comfortable living environment and good interpersonal relationships.
After reaching out to the people’s life experiences and perceptions, we found that people have diverse understandings and views of the proverb. While some think that these taboos and traditional concepts are outdated and not quite in line with modern society, others say that they have been influenced by these concepts, and that they are more out of an inheritance of customs and mores. Some residents told the reporter that they would consider the condition of the surrounding trees when choosing a home to avoid potential safety hazards, while others said they would avoid the presence of bed beams, although they were not sure if it would have a practical impact, but out of respect for traditional customs. Others believe that even though these taboos and notions may be somewhat superstitious, they add a special atmosphere and interest to people’s lives and are worth preserving.
No matter how we look at the proverb, we cannot deny its importance in society and culture. It is not only a part of traditional culture, but also a reflection of people’s desire and pursuit of a comfortable life. Understanding the meaning behind this proverb will help us better understand and respect different cultural concepts and promote the development and progress of society. After all, folk traditions are the unique cultural identifiers of a country. By passing on, studying and preserving these traditional concepts, we can make our society more diversified and enriched, and enable people to find their own roots and sense of belonging in the busy modern society.
In conclusion, although the saying “one is afraid of the tree pressing down on the house, the second is afraid of the beam on the bed, and the third is afraid of the sores behind the grave” may seem simple, behind it are all kinds of taboos and concepts about the living environment and interpersonal interactions of the people. In modern society, we should maintain reverence and respect for these traditional cultures, and at the same time continue to promote the development of science and rationality, in order to better meet people’s aspirations and needs for a comfortable life. Only through a pluralistic and inclusive social and cultural environment, we can create a better future together.
As the saying goes: “The balcony should not put this “4 kinds of” things, not superstition, it is recommended to collect!
First of all, tall plants occupy valuable space, not only make the balcony become crowded, but also may breed insects and bacteria. When the sun can not be successfully irradiated to the corners of the balcony, the growth of plants will be restricted, easy to lead to stagnant water and humid environment, which in turn attracts mosquitoes and other pests breeding. These pests and bacteria, if they enter the room, will not only disturb the residents’ rest and life, but also pose a potential threat to family health.
Secondly, messy clutter placed on the balcony will seriously affect the overall image. The balcony is the external display space of the resident’s home, which should be kept tidy and orderly under normal circumstances. However, some residents treat the balcony as a corner for piling up sundries, and some even place items such as used furniture and broken electrical appliances. This not only damages the overall environment of the neighbourhood, but also creates a bad visual experience for others. What’s more, these messy clutter may cause fire and other safety hazards, posing great risks to residents.
Once again, balconies are not suitable for shrines. In some traditional families, people are used to placing some shrines in their homes to show their admiration and belief in the gods. However, the balcony is not the right place. Firstly, the balcony is in the outdoor area, which is susceptible to wind and rain, and the placement of shrines can be easily damaged. Secondly, the balcony is a space for residents to ventilate and dry their clothes, and placing a shrine may interfere with their normal daily life. Therefore, placing a shrine on the balcony neither respects the deity nor meets the needs of the residents in their daily lives.
Lastly, cooking on the balcony will produce a lot of grease and smoke, which will affect the indoor air quality and the health of the residents. Whether it is an electric rice cooker, an induction cooker or a gas cooker, cooking will release oily fumes. If there is no good partition design between the balcony and the kitchen, soot can easily drift into the house and accumulate on the furniture, walls and other surfaces, which not only destroys the aesthetics of the home, but also affects the indoor air quality. Long-term inhalation of fumes can lead to respiratory diseases, bringing potential threats to the health of residents.
For these four items that are not suitable to be placed on the balcony, we can understand the views of ordinary residents from their perspective. In interviews, many residents expressed dissatisfaction with tall plants occupying balcony space, which they believed affected sunlight exposure and wind circulation, bringing a depressing feeling to the balcony. In addition, many residents also expressed great disgust at the improper placement of sundries on balconies, which they considered to be a sign of disrespect and irresponsibility to the environment of the neighbourhood. In addition, many people are also very concerned about the problem of cooking fumes on the balcony, they hope that the community can provide better ventilation facilities to reduce the impact of cooking fumes on the lives of residents.
In summary, the balcony four do not put although seemingly simple reasoning, but the people’s lives have an important impact. We should be fully aware of the dangers of tall plants, messy clutter, unsuitable shrines on balconies and fumes from cooking on balconies, etc. We should abide by the residents’ covenant, maintain good living habits and work together to create a beautiful, comfortable and healthy living environment. Only in this way can we truly enjoy the beauty of our balconies and make our family life happier and more harmonious.