Fix this ‘Success Vacuum’ sitting near your sofa (Yes, it’s a real thing)

There is a reason your to-do list stays untouched, your motivation runs dry by 4 p.m., and your couch somehow feels like a quicksand of dreams. No, it’s not just burnout. It might be the “Success Vacuum” living rent-free next to your sofa.Yes, that innocent-looking space beside your seating area could be quietly sucking the ambition right out of you.

The Invisible Drain of the Living Room

In Vastu, the southwest zone of your home is linked to stability, career growth, and long-term decisions. But if you have placed your sofa in this space backed by a blank wall with zero energy support or worse, dumped your old and unused stuff here, you are prone to feeling stuck or confused.It’s forcing you to binge-watch shows you don’t even like, while your goals float away. You perpetually feel that you are “almost there”, but never reach the destination.

What Creates a ‘Success Vacuum’?

Unknowingly, you might be creating a success vacuum in your living room if your sofa is surrounded by:A broken clock or unused electronics gathering dustA wall mirror that reflects the back of your head while you sitEmpty corners with no movement, light, or sense of purposeDead or withering plants (RIP to the last peace lily)A lack of grounding elements like sturdy furniture or earthy tonesThese aren’t just decor flaws. Instead, they’re silent energy leaks. And over time, they quietly drain your drive, clarity, and momentum.

The Fix (Without Breaking the Bank)

Place a heavy piece of furniture in the southwest for grounding. Add an earthy-toned throw pillow or a brass décor piece. A small plant with upward growth can shift energy subtly but powerfully.Don’t sit with your back to the main door. You’re not guarding your kingdom; you’re giving it away.Sometimes, the biggest breakthroughs begin with a better corner of the room.