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The Magic of Ritual and Feng Shui - by Helen and Jay James FENG SHUI: ANCIENT WISDOM FOR CREATING A LIFE OF BALANCE - by Helen and James Jay- Psychology and Feng Shui - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2009 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantThe famous Swiss psychiatrist, Carl G. Jung, said what we deny, fear or don’t address consciously will visit us as fate. I agree and believe, too, if we don’t manifest our intentions, we will manifest our fears. Many people believe therapy is about resolving a crisis or healing a traumatic ...
Views: 3359(3 votes) - The 30-Second Speech: Can You Describe What You Do? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Laurie BornsteinSomething I have all of my coaching clients do, no matter what coaching program we're working on, is to develop what Thomas Leonard called, "The Elevator Speech". What he meant by this statement was that you have 30 seconds to describe what you do in a way that is not only easy to understand but ...
Views: 9550(3 votes) - Tips to Help You Lose Weight - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Candace CzarnyWeight gain is something that many people battle with, especially during the holidays. Beginning with Thanksgiving, and continuing through Christmas and the New Year, you may find yourself experiencing weight problems. What most people haven't considered is that Feng Shui and weight loss can ...
Views: 1115(3 votes) - Feng Shui: What Is It and Where Does It Come From? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Jayme BarrettFeng shui is the ancient Chinese art of placement. The basic principle is that life-force energy, known in China as "chi", flows through your dwellings and has a powerful effect on the way you feel and think. The surrounding landscape as well as the objects, layout and emotions in your ...
Views: 2119(4 votes) - Five Feng Shui Tips for a Harmonious Home - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Jayme Barrett"Flow" is definitely a key word in feng shui. When anything is stopped up, stagnation sets in and things come to a standstill. The blood and air in our bodies need to circulate for vital health, creativity, and sales need to move for increased wealth. Words and emotions also need to flow for ...
Views: 2450(4 votes) - How To Use Feng Shui To Prepare For A Job Interview - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Ken LauherAre you looking for a new job? Would you like to know the secrets to set yourself apart from other job candidates during the interview? If you follow some of the basic tenets of Feng Shui, you can give yourself an advantage during your next job interview. Choose the Right Colors The colors ...
Views: 3691(4 votes) - Major Vastu taboos For BedroomsSubmitted on Apr 09, 2010 from Acharya Anuj JainMajor Vastu taboos For Bedrooms Bed room is not only a resting place or meant for entertainments. Bedroom is a place where while sleeping your soul leaves the body and your subconscious mind activates. So a proper care must be taken before you sleep. All the mechanisms of physical body ...
Views: 3073(4 votes) - MONEY MATTERS: Organizing Your Wallet For Good Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Katy AllgeyerLong before Madonna was the Material Girl, feng shui experts knew that accumulating wealth is one way to measure our success in the world. Creating a welcoming space that honors the money you already have is just one of the feng shui secret tools for attracting more money to you. Imagine that ...
Views: 5560(4 votes) - Nourish Your Soul and Spirit - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Candace CzarnyCandace Czarny Kitchens are the center of home life. This is where we laugh, celebrate, and nourish our souls with friends and family. Generations of families have taken substance, done homework, and had important conversations around the kitchen table. For these reasons, if for none other, ...
Views: 1430(4 votes) - ***Build your career path with your chinese astrological chart ( bazi / paht chee ) - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2012 from Safrina KadriAs a feng shui consultant I get asked a lot of the same questions and concerns over and over again, and lately I’ve been getting more clients concerned about the state of their career and are seeking guidance. So how does Chinese metaphysics can help them in finding more satisfaction in their ...
Views: 4900(1 vote) - ***What Happened to My Feng Shui Intention? Is This Even Working? - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2014 from Carole HyderSometimes, despite your honest and open-hearted approach, it seems like the intentions you used for specific Feng Shui adjustments are not only NOT materializing but you may actually be heading in the opposite direction. Even though you’re pretty sure you did everything correctly, it ...
Views: 2619(1 vote) - 10 Feng Shui Tips To Improve The Energy of A Home - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Ken LauherHere are 10 simple Feng Shui tips and techniques you can use to shift the energy and create a positive environment that nurtures health, improves wealth and encourages love. 1. Space Cleansing: At the end of each on-site Feng Shui consultation I address the energetic cleansing of a space with ...
Views: 1182(1 vote) - 2012 Feng Shui tips - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Mariko FisherOn a physical level Feng Shui is practical and identifies areas of toleration and frustration in our spaces that affect our senses of sight, smell, touch and hearing. The fundamentals cover facets like de-cluttering; air flow; sun direction; and furniture size, shape and colour. This can be fun ...
Views: 1302(1 vote) - 2012 Moons, Retrogrades, and Eclipses - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2011 from Diana GarberBy Diana Garber, The Feng Shui Results Lady http://www.IntuitiveConcepts.com 1-866-689-6891 Astrology and Mercury-Retrograde When the planet Mercury travels in retrograde motion, there is a high probability of delays, communication problems, and issues (mentioned below). During Mercury ...
Views: 1998(1 vote) - 2012 Year of the Dragon Feng Shui Forecast - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Mariko FisherWelcome Year of the Yang Water on Earth Dragon. While this is another year indicating change and transition, the conflict in the Metal wood energy of the Tiger and Rabbit are waning. The last 2 years have not been without a quickening for growth and healing in many people’s lives. And if you are ...
Views: 1462(1 vote) - 3 Steps to a Sustainable Prosperity Lifestyle - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffIs there a sustainable lifestyle that provides calm; one that reduces stress and increases prosperity? It was once thought that the only way to achieve this was to live on a mountain top, in a Zen garden or to isolate oneself from the outside world. Today, with the use of positive thinking ...
Views: 2606(1 vote) - 6 Drop-Dead Cool Ways To De-clutter Your Home Without Even Trying - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2011 from Marilyn BohnI was a social service worker for 24 years. I worked in an office and commuted to work every day 18 miles one way. Totally out of the blue one day my supervisor came to me and asked if I would be willing to telecommute. This meant I wouldn't have to drive to work every day, I wouldn't have to ...
Views: 1560(1 vote) - 6 Steps to a Proper Feng Shui Bed - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Ken LauherDuring Feng Shui consultations, clients frequently ask me to evaluate the Feng Shui of their bed and share the key factors to look for when considering the purchase of a new bed. We all know how much better we feel after a good night’s sleep. Following these tips for a proper Feng Shui bed ...
Views: 1061(1 vote) - 7 Tips on How To Get Your Spouse Organized - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Marilyn BohnDo you find yourself nagging your spouse to get rid of clutter and to organize? Nagging doesn’t work and can drive a wedge between you. These 7 tips will help get your spouse organized without nagging. As a professional organizer one question I am often asked is, “How do I get my husband to ...
Views: 7288(1 vote) - 8 Classical Feng Shui Tips For School Success - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Rupal Mehta TurnerGood energy in a child's bedroom environment can make it easier to study, learn and grow. Feng Shui principles can be used to nourish your child's health, imagination, confidence and ability to get along with others. In addition, by surrounding children with a general feeling of safety and ...
Views: 4309(1 vote) - ALLOWING MIRACLES TO HAPPEN - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Judith RyanWhile Feng Shui may be about moving your “stuff” to a better place, sometimes the biggest object to move is yourself! Last week I was on the phone with a good friend who has followed my Feng Shui advice for at least 15 years. Years ago when I did the first analysis of her place, I suggested ...
Views: 1673(1 vote) - Apply Vaastu for Home to Create Positive Energy all around of you - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from Puneet ChawlaToday I would like to give you some energy related tips of vaastu for home. Friends, we can’t ignore the importance of positive energy in our life. Houses with less positive energies become store of negative energies. And the inmates of such houses always struggle with problems like- stress, ...
Views: 7104(1 vote) - Attitude of Gratitude: The Secret Power of the Thank You Note - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Katy AllgeyerDo you know what the most powerful words in any languageare after “I love you”? Here’s a hint: just like the words “I love you”,they are not said often enough but they carry a very powerful punch when they are said with real sincerity. The answer is “Thank you”. Sending thank you notes should ...
Views: 3438(2 votes) - Auspicious Office Space -- 10 Ways to Make Your Office Make You Successful - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Kathryn WeberCareer success is one of the key elements to happiness. How so? If you feel stuck in your career, lack the recognition you deserve, or feel unfulfilled in your job, the time you spend at it will drag on for what seems like an eternity. And there's no misery like 9 to 5 misery. That's why it ...
Views: 1386(1 vote) - Books are FIRE in the Bedroom - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Debbie BowieDo you want to sleep peacefully? Do you want to have sweet dreams? If so, it’s a good idea to become very conscious of what can influence you while you sleep. Most people have books and other reading material on their bedside tables. Some have a book or two and others have the equivalent ...
Views: 2222(1 vote) - Bring Some Luck Into Your Life - Buy Small Bamboo Plants - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from christine florenoThere are some Chinese beliefs that once you place some good luck charms inside you home, you will be more blessed then whole year round. It will greatly help you in attracting some positive energy inside your home that will influence your life in a very nice way. You will be more likely ...
Views: 2234(1 vote) - Business As Unusual -- Using the ancient art of feng shui for better business - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Kathryn WeberIt's clear there's a new paradigm in business. Today's clients and customers are savvy, attuned and educated with a sensitivity (some might say allergy) to businesses that don't offer them a unique business experience. They want better service, higher-quality products and more ...
Views: 1307(1 vote) - Buying A Home With Feng Shui: Location, Location, Location - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2008 from Linda BinnsIf you are familiar with the concepts of feng shui, then you know that purchasing a house that is located at a T-junction (where one road passes in front of your house, and another road dead ends into it directly in front of your house), or at the end of a cul-de-sac, can present particular ...
Views: 1211(1 vote) - Cancer Personality Traits - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from tannu aggarwalAll star signs are divided into one of the four elements; namely water, fire, air or earth. Cancer is considered to be a water sign, which means that emotions and intuition are emphasized. These individuals tend to make decisions through intuition and emotions rather than clinical logic, but ...
Views: 2238(1 vote) - Career path, are you on it? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2012 from Laurie BornsteinCareer, just the word sends some of us into a tailspin of confusion, frustration and dismay. Is a career the same thing as a job? And is it something I even want? In Feng Shui, Career is tied to finding our true calling. Diving deep into the depths to connect to our inner knowing, that place ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - Chinese new year: a look at timing in Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Laurent LanglaisIn the western world we use a Gregorian calendar based on the solar cycle. The New Year starts on the 1st of January of every year. The earth rotation takes approximately 365 days, so this one year cycle is actually a physical reality. However the date of the 1st of January is a convention. ...
Views: 2058(1 vote) - Classical Feng Shui - Is Your Office Sabotaging Your Success? - by Submitted on May 06, 2009 from Rupal Mehta TurnerThe way your office is set up, where you place your desk, the colors you use, and even the lighting all have an effect on how you do business. Authentic Feng Shui can help you clear away negative energies — and energy blockages — that can sabotage efficiency, productivity and profitability. ...
Views: 1458(1 vote) - Clean Up Your Act, Tone Down The Clutter, and Start Anew - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Mary Jane KaslinerDo you ever feel like a gray cloud is constantly hovering over you? Do you feel no matter what you do it seems to be a struggle? One of the most common reasons for stagnancy in life is clutter. When energy is stuck in a physical sense it has far reaching effects on every aspect of our being. ...
Views: 1466(1 vote) - Cleanliness and Prosperity: Are they Connected? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Jessica AckermanIn today's busy world, all too often a clean house is considered to be simply a luxury. With everything else that needs to be attended to during the day, it can be easy to skip cleaning chores in order to spend time on tasks that are viewed as being more important. However, what might you be ...
Views: 5249(1 vote) - Comfy & Cozy: 5 Things That Make Any House into a Home - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2016 from Dixie SomersMaybe you're moving into a new house. Maybe you're struggling to feel comfortable in the one that you already own. The good news is that you don't have to feel alienated in your own home; with these five tips, you can transform any living space into a cozy, comfortable domain that you can call ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - Consult Feng Shui Before You Plant that Tree - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanTrees can be a very beautiful and useful part of a home's landscaping. Not only do they add an attractive look to the yard, but they also provide comfortable shade and sometimes even fruits and nuts. Trees can also add a substantial amount of value to your home. When choosing trees for your ...
Views: 10382(1 vote) - Creating Balance in Your Life - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Candace CzarnyKeep Your Balance in the Bathroom If you find that the balance in your life is out of balance a few re-adjustments in your bathroom may be the cure. Your bathroom is where you go to relax and to feel at ease with a long soak in the tub. This is a place where you can finally get away from ...
Views: 1119(2 votes) - Creating CALM… How Attention to Detail Improves Your Dog’s Life - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsCreating CALM… Feng Shui expert Yvonne Phillips tells how attention to detail improves your dog’s life For thousands of years, people have employed the principles of Feng Shui to ensure they live the happiest, healthiest lives possible. The ancient Chinese practice aims to generate positive ...
Views: 1218(1 vote) - Crop Circles Inspire Organizing Clutter - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnWhen I opened Google today there were these pretty little circles at the top of the screen and I clicked on it to find out what they were. I found out they are crop circles. These are patterns created by the flattening of crops such as wheat, barley, rye, or corn. Many people think these ...
Views: 1439(2 votes) - Decorate Your Bathroom Using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Candace CzarnyFor some people their bathroom is just the room where they get ready for the day, eliminate waste, and store their hygiene products. Still others like to transform their bathroom into a personal spa. While no one likes to talk about it, the bathroom is a vital, necessary part of all homes. For ...
Views: 1733(4 votes) - Designing a Sacred Space - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Mary Jane KaslinerHow to use Feng Shui to create a private sanctuary and renew your soul There are 7 key design components to incorporate in your room décor in order to soothe the mind, body and soul. In traditional Chinese culture, a specific room, preferably towards the center of the home, is designated ...
Views: 1493(1 vote) - Empower Your Life with Your House Number - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2005 from Vicky WhiteThere are no accidents. We subconsciously choose our homes for a reason. The numerology of our house number reveals energies that support us, and those that provide the lessons we need. When we're aware of those energies, we can intentionally use them to empower us. Each vibration gives us ...
Views: 6836(1 vote) - Erasing Environmental Negativity - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Sally MarksI enjoy traveling, seeing new sights and soaking up the culture of other places. I recently had the opportunity to live and work in the Pacific Northwest for six weeks. The Washington coast could not be more different than the Arizona desert I’ve known and lived for most of my life. Yet, when ...
Views: 1754(4 votes) - Fall Clutter Control in Your Closet - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnAn aunt visited us a few years ago just after we had our living room carpet replaced with blue carpeting. As we visited she said she didn’t like the color blue. I was amazed that anyone could not like the color blue. After all the sky is blue and the ocean is blue. Now I have no room to talk ...
Views: 1519(1 vote) - FENG SHUI AND BA ZI - HOW THE CHINESE CALENDAR SYSTEM EVOLVED - by Submitted on May 07, 2019 from Alvin YapChinese Metaphysics uses either the Chinese Solar or Chinese Lunar calendar. What is the different between the two calendars? Well, it depends on the different schools of Chinese Metaphysics, be it Chinese Astrology or Feng Shui. But before we go into the various systems of Chinese ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - FENG SHUI DECORATING ENHANCES HOLIDAY MOOD, CELEBRATIONS - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2005 from Linda BinnsDo holiday gatherings drive you crazy? Do your family get-togethers result in more stress than harmony? The problem may not be you or your loved ones. It could be your house. As you prepare your home for the holidays this year, take a few moments to consider some of the following tips based ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - FENG SHUI FOR PETS - PART 1 - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Judith RyanSince correct feng shui encompasses all who reside in a home, the next two articles will be about some of the most important members of a family - the pets. Often forgotten about in books on the subject and sometimes even by professionals analyzing a space, they are family to those who share ...
Views: 6264(1 vote) - FENG SHUI FOR THE OFFICE: How to write ROCK YOUR WORLD at work and maximize flow and harmony in your professional life - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsAs the rock classic by Queen reminds, Feng Shui can ROCK YOU… through good times and rocky times, alike. Feng Shui can energize you and fill your being and your world with the flow and movement of the best rock ballads or the slowest slow dances. Whatever energy you desire to be amplified can ...
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