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Ask Kathryn about Purchasing Used Clothing

You can bring home predecessor chi-energy with your thrift store purchase.

Q: Hi Kathryn. I purchased a suit at the Thrift Store and my girlfriend says it is creepy. Could this have a hex on it or something? How can a suit be creepy?

A: When purchasing anything previously-owned you inherit predecessor-chi. Chi-energy comes in many forms. When the previous owner is not around for evaluation, you gamble with that energy.

We all make purchases ‘in good faith’, and we expect the seller to  meet that same standard. Whether we are purchasing a car, house, furniture, a painting, dishes or clothing, if the owner is not there to answer your questions, you are taking a risk.

Ideally, you want things with good vibes; Items that have been gently used, taken care of and loved. That energy will be brought forward. In contrast, if the item was in a home with unhappy occupants, with eventual loss of property or finances, that energy will follow through also.

Your girlfriend may be sensitive enough to pickup this energy. Perhaps the previous owner wore this item as a ‘funeral suit’ or other sad events. I suggest you get this dry cleaned and see if the energy changes. Failing that, there are other ‘cures’ you can do to alter the predecessor chi-energy involving rice and ritual. Unless you really love the suit, you may choose to donate it back to the Thrift Store and go shopping for something else.

There is a saying in feng shui to increase your luck: ‘If you want to buy a desk, buy one from a successful individual.’

“Let the buyer be aware.”

All the best,

Kathryn

Kathryn Wilking is an Author, Stager and Feng Shui Consultant. She discovered feng shui 15 yrs ago when she remarried and found herself trying to blend two families. Feng shui gave her new insight to balance her home! She found it to be a perfect match with her experience in the Decorating and Home Improvements sector. Kathryn is available for site consultations, innovative talks and Lunch ‘n Learn programs in the Vancouver area. She delivers ‘Practical Solutions for Life!’ Stay in touch by signing up for monthly tips at kathrynwilking.com

‘Ask Kathryn’ is a regular column in The Art of Balance. If you have a question for Kathryn, she’d love to hear from you:  kathryn@kathrynwilking.com

Her recent book; ‘Practical Feng Shui for the Office’, is available in e-book and paperback. Get a sneak peek on her site: www.practicalfengshuifortheoffice.com

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About Kathryn Wilking

Author, Home Stager, Feng Shui Consultant

Kathryn has inspired women for more than a decade to take charge of their lives; arranging their environment, home and office, to support a positive, prosperous lifestyle. She provides informative tips and talks to organizations and small groups through her Facebook Group and Blog Posts and recorded podcasts. Contact her today for more info about bringing the practical application of Feng Shui into your space.

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