Fire-People Have Energy to BURN Do you remember the last time you were really passionate about something? It could have been something quiet; perhaps a breath-taking view of the lake? Or, more emotional, such as standing up for someone who needed assistance? The fire element, in feng shui, is represented by the colour red and generally shows up in the Fame or Wealth areas of the home. These areas of your home are definitely hot, as they also reflect…
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A Feng Shui crystal is round and multifaceted; numerous light refraction areas will bring rainbows into your space, all year round! We are quickly moving into the Spring Equinox March 20th . Time to tidy up and place enhancements in your space; get your space working for you! Think of enhancements as attention-getters. Feng Shui has an assortment of choices that can bring attention to your space and help to reinforce intentions. Move forwards with intention this year. The intention…
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Can you relate? We all know the feeling of ‘losing the weekend’ to chores, obligations and guilt visits. How does feng shui help with this? I received a call from Tara this past week, expressing that she’s a bit down running the household and that she feels she’s ‘missing out’ on the fun every weekend. It seems the chores, the dishes, the shopping are overwhelming. Feng Shui talks about the energy; ‘balancing’ the energy in all areas: self, others, the…
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When planning your garden, make a colorful choice! I LOVE GARDENS! Planning another tweak in your garden? Making room for more colour, shapes or drama? Sometimes we are attracted to a colour, a smell, or just something different. There’s no reason; but perhaps there is! Ann Marie Holmes writes in her book, Earth Spirit Living, (I love this book!) -choosing the best plants to cultivate the BEST ENERGY for you and your space. I found this fascinating; and had to…
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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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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…
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Today we have Pre-War Traditionalists, Post-war/baby boomers, Generation X, Generation Y (where did they go?) and the Millenniums, all walking the earth at the same time! Can we all learn to communicate and get along? Each generation older or younger than you has experienced different influences in the world that have formed their lives; with different technology, new inventions to use, new parenting techniques to adopt, etc. I remember my son and his friend at the old family cottage,…
Read MoreAsk Kathryn: About Home Break-ins. Q: Our house was broken into over Xmas. The culprits came in through the dinette window in the kitchen and took our laptops and tablets. The thieves were not smart enough to take the chargers for these devices, so, is this unfinished business? The window has been fixed, but now no one wants to sit in the kitchen. Can feng shui help with this weirdness? A: Yes! One thing about house or office break-ins: regardless…
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The Empty Desk What happens to productivity when you work beside an empty desk and chair? Are you happy that no one is in ‘your space’? Or, are you aware of the empty void nearby? In feng shui, even an empty space has a place in time, no matter how inactive it may be. Could you really be affected working beside an empty desk? In some cases, it depends on the reason why the desk is empty? Predecessor energy is…
Read MorePractical Steps for Success #2 : Douse the Distractions The days that are the craziest, are the toughest to manoeuvre! To deflect all that combative energy, you may feel the need for Wonder Woman at your side! It is a rough world out there! Is it possible that you are constantly distracted throughout the entire day? Here is an easy formula to take back control. Start with your senses: Sight: Am I sitting in a spot that allows me peripheral…
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