According to the principles of Vastu Shastra, placing a suitcase in certain locations after a trip is considered a serious mistake. Since every item in a house possesses its own energy, leaving an empty item that symbolizes movement and travel can lead to the accumulation of negativity and stagnation in the dwelling.
If a person encounters sudden minor obstacles or financial instability, the cause may be a violation of Vastu in the home. To make the home's energy more positive, certain rules regarding suitcases should be observed.
From the perspective of Vastu science, emptiness attracts negative energy. The main function of a suitcase is transporting belongings. When it remains empty, it generates stagnant energy in the house. Instead of leaving it completely empty, it is recommended to place some useful item inside, such as an old file or a light piece of fabric, to maintain its dynamism.
Placing a suitcase in the correct direction affects the planet Shukra. The most favorable places for storing a suitcase are the South-West or West directions of the house, as this promotes stability in the dwelling. However, it is strictly forbidden to place a suitcase in the North-East (Ishan Kona) area, as this is the most sacred part of the house; storing heavy items or suitcases there can intensify mental stress and misfortune.
People often store old suitcases with damaged wheels or torn zippers. Vastu states that such items contribute to the manifestation of the Rahu flaw. If a suitcase breaks down, it must be immediately disposed of or repaired, as broken things lead to poverty and obstacles in business.
Immediately after returning from a trip, the suitcase should be thoroughly cleaned. During travel, the suitcase passes through many places, becoming a source of external negative energies. It needs to be wiped inside and out and stored without being left empty.
Attention should also be paid to height: instead of placing the suitcase very high on a shelf, placing it inside a bed box is considered safer and more auspicious. It is also important to ensure privacy, trying to store the suitcase in a place where strangers will not constantly look at it.