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- How to Eliminate Clutter - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Linda BinnsFrustrated with never-ending clutter and disorganization? So many professional women spend all their time working, running a business and taking care of the family that there isn’t enough time left to take care of the home in the way they’d like. Before they know it, one or more areas of ...
Views: 1812(1 vote) - Release and Let Go to Make Way for the New - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Linda BinnsSpring is officially here and this is the perfect time to clear out the old and make way for the new. This is a great time of year to go through your stuff to identify what you can let go of, as the urge to Spring clean takes hold. This year, as you go into Spring cleaning mode, bring a ...
Views: 2336(1 vote) - Overcoming Fear - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Linda BinnsWhat are you afraid of? We all have fears of some kind, whether it’s fear of public speaking, heights, change, failure or success, there’s usually something that we’re afraid of. Sometimes we know what it is, but sometimes it’s buried deep within. This fear can be sabotaging us and holding us ...
Views: 1728 - Did You Really Mean That? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2009 from Linda BinnsI was driving on the highway the other day behind a truck that had a bumper sticker on it. As I read the bumper sticker it gave me the idea for this article. The bumper sticker read: “If you ain’t a Buckeye fan, you ain’t s**t.” Well, I have no idea who the Buckeyes are and it really isn’t ...
Views: 1926 - What's Your Problem? - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Linda BinnsHave you ever had the experience where you spent a lot of time focusing on and trying to resolve a particular problem, only to find that it wasn’t really the problem? In more than 11 years of working with clients, I can say that in every case, what they think is the problem is never really the ...
Views: 1582 - Want to Change Your Life? Let Go of 27 Things - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Linda BinnsWe all know that clutter is a bad thing. Most of us try to be organized but sometimes it all just gets so overwhelming that we don’t know where to start. I’ve met many people who have significant issues with clutter – it’s everywhere. Or, perhaps there’s just one area (like the basement or the ...
Views: 2688 - Recover from Perfectionism - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2009 from Linda BinnsI’m a recovering perfectionist. I say recovering, because it’s not something that you get over very easily. I have discovered though that being a perfectionist can hold you back tremendously. Friends had told me that I was “too hard on myself” and that I was a perfectionist before, but I ...
Views: 3076 - Feng Shui Can improve Romance This Valentine’s Day - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Linda BinnsRomance is in the air – especially this coming month when you’ll see Valentine’s everywhere you look. But for many people, romantic relationships seem unattainable or current love connections lack the sparks they once created. Feng Shui, the ancient art of object placement to ...
Views: 1855 - Being at Peace with Where You Are - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2009 from Linda BinnsIt seems that there is so much stress around these days. People are losing their jobs or afraid they are going to lose their job. People are struggling financially. People are in debt, losing their homes. Relationships are suffering. There’s no getting away from the fact that there is a lot of ...
Views: 1642 - I'll Be Happy When... - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2008 from Linda BinnsAre you happy? What will it take for you to be truly happy? If you’re like many people you’re waiting for something to happen or someone to come into your life or something to change before you can be really happy and enjoy your life. Most people are constantly putting off really living their ...
Views: 2006 - One Thing at a Time - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2008 from Linda BinnsAre you a multi-tasker? Most of us are – particularly women. We have to be, right? Otherwise things just wouldn’t get done. Like many other people, that’s what I used to believe. I used to think that if I did more than one thing at a time it meant that I was more efficient with my time; that I ...
Views: 1211 - Using Shape in Feng Shui Gardening - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Linda BinnsIf you have taken the time to learn the basics of feng shui, you know that you need to incorporate all five elements of nature – fire, water, wood, metal, and earth – to achieve and restore balance within your living space. However, incorporating these elements in their natural states can prove ...
Views: 1318 - “Resistance Is Futile” – Life Lessons From Star Trek? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2008 from Linda BinnsI confess, I used to watch Star Trek! Not that I’m a “Trekkie” by any means, but I did used to find the show interesting. My favorite character was Mr. Data – he always seemed to be the one to get them out of trouble, probably because he knew everything! If you’ve ever watched the show at all, ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - Stairway To Improved Health - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2008 from Linda BinnsYou might not realize it, but where your staircase is located within your home, and the type of staircase you have, can dramatically impact your family’s health. According to feng shui, staircases act as channels for energy flow, and can create environments where positive energy in your home ...
Views: 1881 - Garden Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Linda BinnsFor thousands of people, interior design involves more than just picking pretty throw pillows. A growing number of individuals across the country are exploring the ancient art of Feng Shui (pronounced “fung schway”). Those who use the principles of this centuries-old practice to guide their ...
Views: 1001 - How Do You Handle Change? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Linda BinnsI work with people who are going through change. Often the change is so significant that it becomes a crisis (such as a divorce or a severe health diagnosis). I guess how you handle change often depends on what, exactly, the change is. Mostly, we want to feel good. We like it when things are ...
Views: 1167 - Stop Complaining! It's Not Good For You - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2008 from Linda BinnsI have a challenge for you. Are you up for it? Good, here it is: for one full day (yes, a whole 24 hours) don’t complain – about anything. Seriously, try it. You might be surprised at how difficult it is. I don’t think of myself as a complainer but I have done this and ...
Views: 2779 - Creating A Healthy Office - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2008 from Linda BinnsIf you work from home, or you simply spend a lot of time in your office, then the environment you create within this space can dramatically impact your personal health and energy level. The office is the center of productivity, so you want to make sure that the energy in this area is positive ...
Views: 1125 - Feng Shui And A.D.D. - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2008 from Linda BinnsMany children have been diagnosed with A.D.D. or A.D.H.D. It is something that seems to be more and more common. There has been a lot of research into how diet and supplementation can help, but most people don’t realize that there is a lot they can do in their environment to help with this ...
Views: 2940 - How Can My Fireplace Affect My Health? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Linda BinnsMany people love the look of fireplaces in their homes. Having a fireplace creates a warm, inviting feel that makes visitors feel at ease, and creates a centerpiece that enhances the décor of any room. Although fireplaces are usually good for your home’s energy, there are a couple of situations ...
Views: 2005 - Schedule Daily Time For Good Health - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Linda BinnsNationwide, 76 million people are suffering with chronic pain every day. Start scheduling time for good health every day. Whether you have chronic pain, care for someone with chronic pain or just want to stay as healthy as you can, the following are simple themes for each day. Sunday ...
Views: 1086 - Fantastic Feng Shui Plants - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Linda BinnsSo you’re looking into moving the concepts and principles of feng shui outside of your home and into your garden. This is a fabulous idea – after all, the energy you create outside your home directly affects the energy that is created within your home. One of the best ways to create balanced, ...
Views: 2286 - Using Your Landscaping To Improve Your Home’s Energy - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2008 from Linda BinnsWhen most people think of using feng shui to help improve the energy in their homes, they primarily think of the interior of their homes. They concentrate on where to put furniture to optimize the flow of positive energy. They concentrate on incorporating the five elements – fire, water, wood, ...
Views: 951 - Improve Your Health By Improving Your Kitchen - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Linda BinnsYour kitchen is one of the most important areas of your home to consider for promoting optimal health for you and your family. The kitchen is the center of nourishment in your home – if the energy in this area is not positive, your entire house will make you feel drained. This can lead to poor ...
Views: 885 - Feng Shui For Kids - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Linda BinnsWith school out and the kids home, summer may be the perfect time to take a look at your child’s space and make the most of it using the powerful principles of Feng Shui. “Children are very sensitive and respond to the energy that surrounds them in their bed-room,” says Linda Binns, owner of ...
Views: 982 - Can You Picture the Life You Want? - by Submitted on May 14, 2008 from Linda BinnsCan you imagine what it will be like for you, when you have the life you really want? • When you’re feeling slim, fit, strong, healthy, and full of energy - when all your aches and pains have gone away? • When your relationships are stimulating, supportive, close and ...
Views: 1100 - Feng Shui Basics To Improve Your Health - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Linda BinnsThe concepts of feng shui, or where objects are placed within your home, office, or living space, impact virtually all areas of your life. How our space is arranged affects your career, your relationships, and even your personal health. The proper placement of items according to the concepts of ...
Views: 1009 - Feng Shui Tips For Better Health - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Linda BinnsFeng shui is often seen in the Western world as an esoteric practice, concerned with the magical placement of certain items to gain wealth or accumulate power. But the truth is, feng shui is based on very simple ideas that you can easily use to improve your life. Correct observation of the ...
Views: 1157 - Feng Shui For Home Buyers - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Linda BinnsAn ancient practice is enjoying a renaissance in Western culture. Feng Shui (pronounced “fung schway”) has its roots in Chinese culture and has been used for centuries by people seeking to improve their lives through the use of color, materials and object placement in order to invite positive ...
Views: 1227 - Spring Cleaning With Feng Shui - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2008 from Linda BinnsAs the earth renews itself each Spring, many of us (well, at least a few of us) feel the urge to heed one of the season’s age-old rituals – spring cleaning. This year, don’t think of spring cleaning as an unpleasant chore. Instead, realize that it’s an opportunity to use the principles of Feng ...
Views: 943 - Feng Shui And Color - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Linda BinnsA growing number of people across the nation are exploring the ancient art of Feng Shui as they design both interior and exterior spaces. This centuries-old practice involves using color, materials and object placement to enhance positive energy, or “Chi,” in homes and offices. “People are ...
Views: 1097 - Buying A Home With Feng Shui: Location, Location, Location - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Linda BinnsIf you are familiar with the concepts of feng shui, then you know that purchasing a house that is located at a T-junction (where one road passes in front of your house, and another road dead ends into it directly in front of your house), or at the end of a cul-de-sac, can present particular ...
Views: 1168(1 vote) - The Power of No - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Linda BinnsI remember it clearly, the first time I said NO. I thought I was going to lose my job because of it. I was in my early 20’s and working as Secretary to the Marketing Manager of a company that manufactured and sold air compressors. As part of the job I also did projects for some of the ...
Views: 881 - Improving Your Relationships With Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Linda BinnsRomance is in the air - especially during the month of February. But for many people, romantic relationships seem unattainable or current love connections lack the sparks they once created. Feng Shui, the ancient art of object placement to enhance energy flow through a space, is gain-ing ...
Views: 848 - Creating A Protective Embrace For Your Home - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2007 from Linda BinnsOne of the guiding principles of feng shui is that you need to not only create a positive energy flow from the elements located within your living space (both inside and outside your home), but also to create a layer of protection for the occupants of your home from the negative energy that ...
Views: 934 - Does Your New Home Shape Up? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2007 from Linda BinnsWhen you are shopping for a new home, there are undoubtedly many aspects of each home that you will look at – the age of the plumbing, the condition of the electrical and heating systems, and the strength of the floor joists are just a few of the things that you probably look at in each ...
Views: 920 - Improve Your Romance with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2007 from Linda BinnsRomance is in the air - especially during the month of February. But for many people, romantic relationships seem unattainable or current love connections lack the sparks they once created. Feng Shui, the ancient art of object placement to enhance energy flow through a space, is gain-ing ...
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