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…
OMG! How do those boxes in the closet expand over the years?
When you feel frustrated trying to get ahead, clearing clutter with feng shui can help you find space for new opportunities.
The spiral begins when you procrastinate. Do you want to start moving?
Clutter can happen in so many forms: physical, mental, and emotional. Then, it can morph into specifics of: closet, drawers, desk, pet stuff, in box, out box, recycling, laundry, purses, cars, general cleaning… and so…
I just had to take this picture of GOOD FENG SHUI! It would appear that orange is still ‘in’ this fall, and it is better used on a smaller scale.
This picture was taken at Rothman’s and Co. (AKA: R & Co, Inc.) It reveals a beautiful king-sized bed and supporting headboard, with a soft pewter stain. The textiles they chose for this display are also a classy, pewter grey and crisp white combination.
The orange designs on the pillows…
Yes, mirrors are used in feng shui, and it can be a mystery where they fit in. …mirrors have a big part to play if they are used correctly.
Mirrors can be the ‘window to the soul’, but what are they actually reflecting? The magic lies in the application. Many people don’t know what to do with a large mirror and it ends up slapped onto a walk reflecting a ceiling fan. YIKES!
A properly placed mirror has the…
Can a Ghost Ruin my Business?
Q: Is it possible for a ghost to ruin my business? I signed a 3 year lease in a large shopping mall to open an Indian Restaurant. The previous tenant was a Pizza Place. I cleaned the place and opened right away, 2 months ago. I’m losing money and no one comes in to eat. They look in, and walk away. Can you help me from NYC?
A: I hesitate to blame your…
I wanted to write about something cheery….but I have to get a different message out today.
Water can be seen as a light mist settled on the most delicate flower or it can be most powerful by taking out homes and over turn boats in a storm.
Water is one of our greatest resources, yet it is the most unstable.
Water, specifically fresh water, is crucial for our lives, growing food and nurturing our planet. Yet, there is so much waste…
Ask Kathryn about Grandma’s Mirror
Q: I was given my favorite grandmother’s old oval mirror. It has some fancy carvings along the edge of the glass and some of the silver has been scraped on the back. Can I use this mirror for feng shui cures?
A: I love the fact that you have a mirror from your grandmother! Anytime you accept a used item from anyone:
Be sure that YOU LOVE THE ITEM!
CONFIRM that the item comes from a…
The ‘Mouth of Chi’ is at Your Front Door!
The front door and entrance of your home or office is extremely auspicious!
Also referred to as the, ‘mouth of chi’, this area is the gateway between your private space and the outside world.
If your entrance or doorway is blocked in any way, you could be feeling dull, unmotivated or even depressed. This condition can be compared to having a hand over your mouth; you are unable to take a…
Contractors, dust and upheaval all come and go, but what stays behind is FACT that you’ve altered the balance in your home.
Without realizing, you can take the ‘balance’ out of the Nine Areas of Life and create ‘bonus areas’ or ‘missing areas’ without knowing.
Many times, I‘m in a client’s home and through discussion, I hear: “Oh yes… that happened right after the renovations.”
Let’s look at the renovations.
Here is a common scenario: A couple buys a lovely…
It is fun to decorate! And, matching the right colours with the right items is exciting! But, before you buy anything, take a look at what you are actually bringing into the house.
Potpourri is primarily made up of dried plants, bark and flowers. When commercially processed these flowers take on a preservative, or chemical scent. Often, colorant and dyes are added to the flowers for enhancement and some of these can be extremely toxic! And, impossible to dust! (One…
First of all I love, loved all the ladies in the Group Sessions. I always looked forward to Thursdays to see everyone.
I was having to clear out a room filled with papers and materials, to sort, and then put them all away.
The idea of vacuuming, dusting and keeping things clean was HUGE.
Huge awareness of actually being able to sort, and then find everything again. This is a huge concern for all parts of my house; now I know.
My sewing room is functional now and i only moved one thin… Read more
