One of my clients writes in their concern; “I’m still having trouble sleeping these days. I’ve checked my bed placement and taken the mirror out of the bedroom. My phone is charging in the hallway instead of my bedside table, and the laundry is out of sight. I am wide awake at 3am every morning and I just can’t function! What else can I try?” An interesting puzzle, yet not uncommon. If you were awake ‘all night long’ I might…
Read MoreIs your desk out of control? Are the documents getting misplaced? Are you anxious and stressed out easily? It may be time to pay some attention to your office and desk arrangement. Feng Shui, the ancient art of influence for your environment, can help you sort out your surroundings and therefore your life. Often, only a few simple changes are needed to fuel the change or energy in your workspace. 1. Set yourself up in the Command Position The Command…
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Is it time to deal with the workday blues? Are you procrastinating with the projects and the task list, again? Did the summer months just slip away? Feng Shui can be applied to re-energize your space. The base logic of all Feng Shui ‘cures’ states you need to change something, in order to make a change. It is the energy moving that makes the change… things you can see, and things you can’t. An example of dead energy would…
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The Milking Stool It always surprises me, when a well-grounded couple gets thrown off balance. The issue is often so trivial, you wonder what the heck was that all about. In my case, just last week, the issue was a milking stool! My husband is an earth-personality. He likes to collect memorabilia, antiques and unique items. He holds them all very dear to his heart. In the case of the milking stool, it was originally his great-grandmother’s, from the…
Read MoreASK Kathryn Q: What about my outdoor patio? How does this work with Feng Shui? A: The patio is an extension of your house. So, if this area is attached to the main house, it is often a bonus for that particular life area. The same rules apply: buy quality items, keep it clean, keep the plants alive, and bring in cool colours and pleasant sounds. Your patio can be an escape from the hectic heat and fire of…
Read MoreQ: I’ve just given my daughter two chairs from our living room. This room has always felt crowded and now it still doesn’t work. Where do I start? Is there a formula for arranging a living room? A: The starting point is; what is the room used for? Depending on the answer, that is how to determine how much furniture you actually need. Then, decide if there is a focal point; a TV, fireplace or a nice view. A simple…
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My husband and I recently attended a Laughing Yoga Workshop. The question: “What is Laughing Yoga?” was still in our minds as we walked into the room. It turns out that ‘laughing’, itself, can be classified as ‘cardio exercise’; as you use your diaphragm and lungs to the fullest when applying a good full-belly laugh. Good to know! Sitting in a circle of about 16 strangers, it would appear that no one was going to talk, let alone laugh…
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Water has it’s own Healing Qualities Water is a formless substance that contains endless possibilities. It is the residence of emotions, intuition and inspiration, and, it can be a symbol for birth, death and creativity. Wow! Yin and yang extremes are easy to explain when referring to water. Water in an aggressive form (yang), can cause a lot of damage. It can wash out dams and piers, swamp boats, erode the coastline, and has taken many to their deaths.…
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The Messenger Flowers have always been great sources of energy and inspiration. We use them to express love, sympathy, friendship and more. Flowers can raise the energy on any occasion. The fragrances, the herbal qualities, the colour and imagery serve as powerful sources of energy. All plants and trees that flower are recognized as ‘enhancements’, as they are symbolic of hidden wisdom and joys that can be brought into the individual’s life. A recent experience in my life: my…
Read MoreQ: I was given my favourite 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, and second, that the item comes from a person you respect…
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