Ask Kathryn Hi Kathryn, Thanks for taking the time to look at my office. I work in Toronto at an administrative building close to the U of T. The buildings are old, old, old and sliced into skinny offices with high ceilings; think of the Harry Potter series with dark wood, heavy trim and windows up about 16 or 20’. My office is only 10-12 feet wide and about 30’ long with a window at the end. I…
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When a person describes their day as ‘being stressful’: it can be perceived as a tactic to attract attention or a weakness in their coping skills. Attracting attention by the ‘woe is me’ habit often begins at an early age. This pattern works as a way to get attention. If this is a constant predicament, you may get sucked in. If compelled to offer a sympathetic ear, you can wait for the crisis to run its course or you could…
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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…
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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…
Read MoreI 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…
Read MoreYes, 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…
Read MoreCan 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…
Read MoreI 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…
Read MoreYour Body works all day and night to keep things balanced. Do you wonder why we are advised to eat a full breakfast in the morning? ~Our bodies have been busy all night! This is a diagram from the book `Between Heaven and Earth` by Harriet Beinfield and Efrem Korngold, in my personal library. It contains all kinds of goodies about the body and healing process from an east-meets-west philosophy. This is brilliant! Most of the maintenance responsibilities in our…
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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…
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