Category: Feng Shui Basics

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Ask Kathryn about A Red Door

ASK KATHRYN about Front Doors Painted Red. Q: Is it true that I should paint my front door red for good luck? A: That depends what your intention is for the front door and your family. Painting your front door a red colour will certainly attract attention to your home, right out to the curb. It is important for others to find your home: helpful people, trades or emergency persons, as well as pizza delivery. Red is a lucky colour…

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Shake Out The Blahs…

The month of January is one of the darkest months; And, usually, there isn’t anything special going on. However, this year Chinese New Year will be celebrated over the next two weeks beginning Jan 28, 2017! (You get a second chance to make resolutions!) Yep… the January blahs can set in. It happens every year. The celebratory joy, festivities and social activities from last month are history. You may feel housebound. You may feel heavy; perhaps from wearing too many…

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The Truth About Ceiling Fans

Placing a ceiling fan over a bed can be detrimental to your health! If you are having restless, sleepless nights, have a look UP at your ceiling.   Many ceiling fans are purchased with the logic that these items can save you money on air conditioning. True. But, are there other hidden costs? In Feng shui, any item hanging over head is considered a no-no. Your sub-conscious is always aware of ‘something’ overhead. (This includes books, vases, knick-knacks, pots and…

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Ask Kathryn About Bed Placement

Q: Hi Kathryn, Feng shui is supposed to help with a good nights sleep. Which is the best direction to face the bed? Thanks. A: This is a great question! I haven’t addressed this issue with my newsletter followers, as I’ve been focusing on business. YET, we all do need a good night’s REST. Some feng shui practitioners use the compass school to sort out the ‘best direction’ to sleep. While this system works, I find that many families do…

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Ask Kathryn about Computer Stress

Q: Kathryn, I’m an entrepreneur who quit my boring job in the corporate world only 10 months ago. The issues I’m having with technology, passwords, updates, viruses and social media take up all day! I don’t have an IT GUY at home to help. I’m thinking of punching out my PC and going back to work. Can feng shui help me? A: You do sound frustrated. I hear you. Working alone without full-time IT support can be frustrating! Should you…

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Piles and Piles of FILES! (Oh My!)

I thought we were headed towards becoming a paperless society…but…OMG! What is a person supposed to do with it all the ‘paperwork’ that turns into clutter? There are people that pile, and people that file. Which one are you?? Paper clutter is one of the biggest irritants in business. It’s not just physical clutter, all clutter affects you mentally and emotionally; it all messes with your focus to move forwards. In a large office, people are encouraged to save, save,…

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Blue Quartz Can Tame the Blues

Can Crystals really make change in your life?  If the month is beginning to unravel and it’s not pretty, check out one of these blue quartz geodes to bring balance and harmony into your space. A quartz geode has vibration qualities that you may find calming, soothing and help you concentrate. Quartz lamps have an added bonus, as energy and light will cultivate more energy in your day!     Need something to cultivate calm, ground energy in your space?  Blue quartz…

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Decorating On A Dime?

  Can you still do this? Decorate on a dime? Well, as a Home Stager and Feng Shui Consultant, I do my best to save people money. I done my share of dressing windows, trade show booths and ‘creating illusions’ with many of my vignettes, and I’ve got a few tricks to share with you. Never underestimate the power of saving money by using what you already own. You’ve purchased these items, so you must love to have them in…

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Ask Kathryn about Boots Under the Bed

Q: Hi Kathryn! My husband and I are doing some earthquake preparations out here on the west coast. The booklet suggests we have a pair of boots under the bed for quick evacuation should this happen while sleeping. I heard it was bad feng shui to leave shoes and boots under the bed, especially for a long time. What do you think? Amy A: You are correct! Leaving boots and shoes under the bed is a no-no! The rational in…

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27 Practical Steps to Business Success

  This is the LAST DAY to get YOUR FREE COPY!  Are you too busy to sit down and read a whole book? Business issues rattling around in your head? This could be the best advice for YOU! This booklet is intended for busy entrepreneurs who find it hard to sit down and read an entire book.  SPECIAL OFFER THIS WEEK: **FREE**  Check Out the Book Promotion Here… I’d love to to leave a comment on Amazon! Thank you! ’27…

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