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The Magic of Ritual and Feng Shui - by Helen and Jay James FENG SHUI: ANCIENT WISDOM FOR CREATING A LIFE OF BALANCE - by Helen and James Jay- The Secrets of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffIs there a Feng Shui, Chocolate Killer Cake, and Hot Red Sports Car Connection? Does it feel like you are out of sync with the world or the world is out of sync with you? Are you beginning to question whether tomorrow will ever be better? Do questions like this haunt you every time another ...
Views: 1017 - Home Staging Using the Power of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen selling a home, it's a good idea to use every advantage possible in order to make it appealing to potential buyers. Staging the home prior to scheduling showings and open houses is a great way to increase its overall appeal, increasing the chances that it will sell quickly at a good price. ...
Views: 1540(1 vote) - Cleanse Your Space to Clear Out Negative Energy - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Jessica AckermanMany times a home or office can have a tendency to accumulate negative energy over a period of time. It could be that there were some bad experiences that occurred in the space that were the cause of the lingering bad energy. However, sometimes the feeling of negative energy can occur simply ...
Views: 8065 - Designing a Sacred Space - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Mary Jane KaslinerHow to use Feng Shui to create a private sanctuary and renew your soul There are 7 key design components to incorporate in your room décor in order to soothe the mind, body and soul. In traditional Chinese culture, a specific room, preferably towards the center of the home, is designated ...
Views: 1252(1 vote) - 2011: Restore, Renew, and Declutter with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Susan TartaglinoWinter is the time for hibernation and dormancy. In feng shui, the element for this season is water. With its introspective energy, water is considered yin. In a quiet state, we turn inward and nurture ourselves as we prepare for the approaching newness of spring. Emotionally, a new year ...
Views: 1197 - 2011 Chinese New Year - As We Say Goodbye to the Tiger, the Year of the Rabbit is Most Welcome - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsAn Ancient Tradition in Modern Times As the most important and festive of the traditional Chinese holidays, the 2011 Chinese New Year of the Rabbit starts February 3 and will end January 22, 2012. The celebrations begin New Years Eve and continue until the full moon 15 days later. Every ...
Views: 1585(1 vote) - Three Steps to Prosperity in 2011 - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffAre you hoping for good or improved health in 2011; a more financially stable year or better relationships with friends and loved ones? In Feng Shui, good wishes for the New Year include all of these under the banner of prosperity and abundance including an overflowing cup of joy and peace ...
Views: 1125 - How to Organize A Kitchen In 7 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Marilyn BohnWe spend so much time in our kitchens shouldn't they be free of clutter and be a place we want to be? How to get rid of clutter in the kitchen in 7 simple steps will lighten you kitchen and put a smile on your face. I was six the year Santa brought me a child's size white wooden cupboard. I ...
Views: 1124 - 5 Ways To Get Rid Of Clutter Simply And Easily - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Marilyn Bohn5 great ways to get rid of clutter simply and easily without all the hassle, worry and fuss. An organizing expert makes it fun to get rid of clutter. About 23 years ago I decided I needed to get rid of clutter in our home. The clutter I am talking about is the clutter of books. I love books, ...
Views: 1198 - Being Born In The Year of The Rooster - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Justin DavisWhen Emperor Jade of China arrived and was having a celebration (one of the many versions of the story), the tenth animal who arrived was the rooster. Being one of the first twelve to arrive at the celebration, the rooster got a distinct distinction. The rooster has become a part of the Chinese ...
Views: 1443(1 vote) - find new bathroom furniture - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Olen TalleyJust making a change to bathroom suites can make a big difference to the look and feel of your home. Installing new showers, sinks, toilets, and other bathroom accessories can cause an impressive impact on the look of this room. Putting a bit of effort into this part of the home is well worth ...
Views: 848 - 6 Drop-Dead Cool Ways To De-clutter Your Home Without Even Trying - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2011 from Marilyn BohnI was a social service worker for 24 years. I worked in an office and commuted to work every day 18 miles one way. Totally out of the blue one day my supervisor came to me and asked if I would be willing to telecommute. This meant I wouldn't have to drive to work every day, I wouldn't have to ...
Views: 1348(1 vote) - Is Bad Kitchen Feng Shui Making You Fat … and Poor? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2011 from Rupal Mehta TurnerIn many homes, the kitchen is the "heart of the home." In Feng Shui the kitchen symbolizes nourishment and wealth. After all, it’s no coincidence that slang words for money include "bread" or "dough" and “to put food on the table” means to earn money. Reflecting the love and energy that are ...
Views: 2898(1 vote) - Start the Year off Right with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Jessica AckermanBecause most people associate the start of a new year with the opportunity for a new beginning, it can be a great opportunity for adding a bit of feng shui to your life and home. This year, don’t waste your time making New Year’s resolutions that you probably won’t keep. Instead, spend your time ...
Views: 1413(2 votes) - Feng Shui for Cooks: Enhancing Positive Energy in the Kitchen - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Jessica AckermanIf you love to cook, chances are you spend a lot of time each day in the kitchen. Because the kitchen is considered to be the heart of the home, you want this room to be inviting, full of positive energy, and attractive to your family. The kitchen should be a place where you enjoy spending time ...
Views: 2342 - Modern Interior Design Ideas - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Ladan LashkariWhen it comes to modern interior design ideas, how can you find the perfect design ideas and styles that you are looking for? Whether it is for your office, home, bedroom, or living room, finding the best modern styles is very important. As you know, there are many various ...
Views: 1654(1 vote) - Ideas On How To Decorate Your Garden Gazebo Canopy - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Naomi WestThere are a number of things that you can try when wanting to decorate your backyard. A few people may plant striking flowers and other people might put together something exotic. One thing that appears fun in almost any garden or lawn is a garden canopy. This appears like a kind of awning or ...
Views: 2097 - Three Ways to Maintain a Positive Attitude - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAre you mentally prepared to end this year and begin a new one? With the New Year rapidly approaching, everyone’s thoughts are not only filled with holiday celebrations, enjoying a Merry Christmas and gift giving; it is also a time of reflection on the past year and for looking ahead. What did ...
Views: 1562 - Space Clearing 101 - The Basics - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Laurie BornsteinOur homes have an enormous impact on our state of mind. They can be places that uplift us and bring us a sense of joy. And they can be places that drain our energy and create a sense of unease. We’ve all had the experience of walking into a room after an argument and the room felt ...
Views: 1427(1 vote) - The Sacred Space - Your Own Private Island - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Laura Jaglaby Laura Jagla Skallerup B.S.NCTMB I used to be a procrastinator when it came to my meditation practice. There were always too many other things demanding my attention and I would put off my daily reflection. Some days I would sit here, some days I would sit there, to be perfectly honest, I ...
Views: 970(5 votes) - Feng Shui, Wine and the Unexpected - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Laurie BornsteinToday started out a bit differently than most days for me. I went into the kitchen for breakfast, opened the refrigerator door and saw that the entire refrigerator was covered in red wine! Why you ask? Let me explain. A few weeks ago I was watching a public television special on wine. It was a ...
Views: 2890(1 vote) - The Law of Attraction and Feng Shui, Magic in the Making! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Laurie BornsteinThe Law of Attraction and Feng Shui, you've heard of them both and you may or may not believe that either of them work. In fact, you may believe as Andy Wibbels does that the Law of Attraction is s@#t! Well maybe it is and maybe it isn't, but what is certain is that it won't work for you if you ...
Views: 2104(1 vote) - Feng Shui Living Colors - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from Jai ChamonixFeng Shui Living Colours Bring change into your life using Feng Shui Living and Colour Using colour it is easy to shift the energy in your home with Feng Shui. The 5 elements that encompass Feng Shui Living; that being fire, earth, metal, water and wood have colours that represent ...
Views: 1567(1 vote) - 5 Ideas For Getting Rid Of Clutter That Will Make Your Day - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2010 from Marilyn BohnOne of my goals in life was never to quilt. All of that changed one beautiful rainy day at Cape Mears Lighthouse in Oregon. I bought a package with 12 lighthouse quilt blocks in their lovely tincy- tiny gift shop. I love lighthouses so these called out to me. I planned on asking my friend who ...
Views: 1580(2 votes) - Using Feng Shui to Readjust After the Holidays - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Jessica AckermanHolidays are always a lot of fun, but it can sometimes be difficult to get back to normal after they are over. Whether you need to get back into the habit of eating healthier after a steady diet of holiday snacks, or you simply want to get your decorations taken down and put away, you can use ...
Views: 1526(1 vote) - The Secret Method to Achieving Prosperity - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffIs there really a “secret” to achieving prosperity, money and success? Do the suggestions and ideas in books like Think and Grow Rich, The Law of Attraction and The Strangest Secret really work? A vast majority of the world believes you are either lucky and get all the breaks or you are ...
Views: 1921(10 votes) - Tactile Qualities of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Susan TartaglinoIn feng shui you hear a lot about positive and negative chi. But…what is chi anyway? Basically, all things are comprised of chi or energy. It is the invisible life-force that is present in everything that exists in nature, connecting the yang energy of heaven with the yin energy of earth. ...
Views: 1090 - Secrets Used by Feng Shui Masters - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Denise Liotta-DennisThere is a massive amount of information on the subject of Feng Shui, but most people are not aware that there different types of Feng Shui. There are the many traditional styles practiced in Asia for over a thousand years, and the Westernized version practiced largely in the U.S. which we have ...
Views: 4320(2 votes) - Create a Relaxing Environment with the Calm Energy of Water - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanGood feng shui principles and practices can be quite helpful if you are trying to design a relaxing environment. In today's hectic world, a place within the home where one can go to escape the stresses of life can be extremely beneficial. Whether you are designing a home spa, meditation room, ...
Views: 2946 - Is There Meaning in the Moment? - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2010 from Laurie Bornstein“In every moment the universe is whispering to you. There are messages for you carried on the winds. There is wisdom for you in the morning songs of the birds outside your window and in the soft murmurs of an ebbing sea. Even ordinary, everyday events in your life carry communications from the ...
Views: 2145 - Try A Smudging Ritual During Mercury Retrograde - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Kathleen LamoureuxWe are in the midst of a Mercury Retrograde Cycle (and the effects of a Full Moon Phase). Both of these powerful universal forces can bring in some negative energies when perhaps things are not working or manifesting the way you want. Mercury Retrograde rules communication, information and ...
Views: 6000(3 votes) - Feng Shui, Change and the Gulf - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from Laurie BornsteinThis morning I woke up, checked Facebook and clicked a You Tube link about the oil spill in the Gulf. As I was watching I was inspired to write an article about how the principles of Feng Shui can help us at this time. I know that this probably sounds a bit far-reaching, but hear me ...
Views: 1403(1 vote) - Erasing Environmental Negativity - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Sally MarksI enjoy traveling, seeing new sights and soaking up the culture of other places. I recently had the opportunity to live and work in the Pacific Northwest for six weeks. The Washington coast could not be more different than the Arizona desert I’ve known and lived for most of my life. Yet, when ...
Views: 1522(4 votes) - How to Manage Time and Energy to Boost Personal Productivity - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAre you stuck on the procrastination highway where productivity slows to a crawl and stress uncontrollably speeds up? Why, because you’d rather be doing something else, fear of failure or lack of organization? Or are you procrastinating just because you do not know how to manage your internal ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - How Having Feng Shui In Your House Helps - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Justin DavisIt is believed that those who have lost a substantial amount of money or those who just recently broken a mirror or perhaps a vase are not practicing Feng Shui in their house. This refers to the method of organizing or arranging things around your house or perhaps an office. This includes how ...
Views: 1475(1 vote) - What Your Home Reveals About Your Life! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2010 from Rupal Mehta TurnerYour personal energy field is constantly interacting with your surroundings. Nowhere is the reflection of your inner life revealed more clearly than in your home. The fascinating thing is that by changing the outer reflection — how a room looks and feels, for instance — you actually have the ...
Views: 1335(2 votes) - Feng Shui and the Windows to Your Soul - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from Candace CzarnyFeng Shui and Your Windows They say the eyes are the windows to the soul and in Feng Shui, it’s thought that the windows are the opening where energy flows into the home. In order to improve the flow of energy in your home, make sure that you are using your windows to allow energy to flow ...
Views: 3150 - Relationships – the Key to Improved Passion and Performance - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAre your relationships draining the passion out of your personal life and sabotaging your performance in the workplace? If your relationships are out of balance, whether at home, in the workplace or both, passion and mutual fulfillment suffer at home and your productivity and performance suffer ...
Views: 2222(1 vote) - Top Feng Shui Tips For Health, Wealth & Abundance - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Ann Bingley GallopsThe kitchen is considered the heart of your home in Feng Shui, representing health, wealth and abundance. In order to achieve these life essentials, it’s important to keep your kitchen clean and clutter-free. Here are five Feng Shui tips for enhancing your life with better health, wealth & ...
Views: 3212 - Five Steps To Romance: Create A Perfect Feng Shui Bedroom - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Ann Bingley GallopsWe’d all like to have romance in our lives and Feng Shui has a lot to say about it. Several steps can be taken to turn our bedrooms from places that symbolize stress and cold energy to ones that invite love and romance. 1. Ask yourself, what is the purpose of my Bedroom? This may seem like a ...
Views: 1994 - Feng Shui Fun: Crystals to the Rescue - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Trisha KeelCrystals are fruit of the Earth. They are gifts from Mother Nature to both delight us and help us feel more secure. Any man who wants to make his woman very happy knows that crystals are always a good choice. They are also a good choice for other challenging situations: > To slow down energy ...
Views: 1567 - Good Houseplants for Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Jessica AckermanThere are many reasons to add houseplants to your home. Not only are they beautiful, but they can also help purify the air and create a healthier atmosphere in your home. However, there are also a number of houseplants that work well with the principles of feng shui. Try adding a few of these ...
Views: 6700 - Using Feng Shui to Help Illnesses - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jessica AckermanWhether you are simply sick with a common cold or someone in your home suffers from a chronic illness, feng shui can often help. Because feng shui is based on energy, you can harness the power of this energy to improve a person's health. Energy is constantly moving throughout your home, whether ...
Views: 10272 - Feng Shui and Electronics - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jessica AckermanIf you are like most people, you probably have a wide variety of electronic appliances and devices in your home. Unfortunately, electronics emit the kind of energy that can be detrimental to the positive energy of your home. It is important to take electronics into consideration when arranging ...
Views: 6698 - The Art and Healing of Nature - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from XXXX XXXXXPlants provide an element of character to a room that exudes a sense of beauty, health, intimacy and warmth. You can choose art within nature to denote symbolism of your inner vision while adding the desired aesthetics and environmental benefits to your outer vision. Plants provide oxygen ...
Views: 4311(2 votes) - Herb Gardens with a Feng Shui Influence - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Jessica AckermanGardens of all kinds can benefit from a feng shui influence. The proper arrangement of plants can create a more harmonious feeling in the garden that can enhance your level of relaxation. You should also arrange your garden in a way that allows energy to flow smoothly throughout the entire area. ...
Views: 4154(1 vote) - Consult Feng Shui Before You Plant that Tree - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanTrees can be a very beautiful and useful part of a home's landscaping. Not only do they add an attractive look to the yard, but they also provide comfortable shade and sometimes even fruits and nuts. Trees can also add a substantial amount of value to your home. When choosing trees for your ...
Views: 10094(1 vote) - Feng Shui Tips to Freshen Your Front Porch for Summer - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Trisha KeelIt's summer and time to freshen your front porch and the welcome it presents to your visitors. Your front porch is much like your home's mouth. You want it to present itself with a hospitable face and a warm reception for yourself and your family each day. Regardless of which way your front door ...
Views: 3252 - Add a Touch of Feng Shui to Your Family Game Room - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Jessica AckermanUtilizing feng shui within the various rooms of your home can add a harmonious look and feel that can energize your entire family. It can be especially useful to focus on the rooms where the family spends most of their time, since these rooms will benefit the most from feng shui touches. Adding ...
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