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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- Gemstone Kingdom - Aquamarine - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from James YaoAquamarine gets its name from the Latin "sea". It is said, This beautiful gem produced in the sea, is the essence of sea water, So Voyager Neptune bless it and pray the safety of navigation, call it"mascot Stone". Features: Molecular formula: Be3Al2 [Si6O18] Refractive index : ...
Views: 3707(1 vote) - Feng Shui House Facing & Sitting Direction - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from tannu aggarwalEvery house has a facing and house direction. The facing direction is the orientation of the facing of the house measured in degree. The sitting direction is always magnetically opposite the facing. So if a house is facing 5 deg then the sitting is 185 deg. Why is it important to identify ...
Views: 3670 - Six Ways to Increase the Ener-Chi in your Classroom - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Renee HeissFeng Shui (pronounced fung shway) is the ancient Chinese approach of interior design that promotes balance and well-being in our environment. Literally translated, it means “wind” and “water.” By employing the pointers outlined below, your classroom can grow to be more relaxed, thereby fostering ...
Views: 3653(1 vote) - 5 Most Common Feng Shui Myths - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Melissa PilgrimAs any Traditional Feng Shui Master will tell you, all you really need are the five basic elements– fire, earth, metal, water, and wood– to change the energy field of your home or office if it has bad Feng Shui. This is supposing that you’re not planning to remodel or do any new construction. If ...
Views: 3612 - Feng Shui Home Lighting Tips - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jessica AckermanProper lighting is very important to any home. Whether you need bright task lighting or soft ambient lighting in order to set the proper mood, the number of lights as well as the type of lights you use can have a profound effect upon your home. If you are trying to use feng shui principles to ...
Views: 3607 - Feng Shui Obstacles and Solutions - by Submitted on May 09, 2007 from Carole ProvenzaleFor Every Obstacle There is a Feng Shui Solution Go in, out, around or straight through it By: Carole Provenzale Feng Shui Long Island Certified Feng Shui Consultant http://www.FengShuiLI.com FengShuiLI@aol.com We often encounter problems and obstacles in life. ...
Views: 3578 - The Importance of Shape in Feng Shui - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2008 from Logynn NorthrhipThe question of size can be pondered by men and women for all of eternity, but one thing is indisputable, and it is that the shape of your land, home or business buildings are very important. The most obvious reason is that if something is missing in the shape, it will reflect an area of your ...
Views: 3559 - Top Feng Shui Tips For Health, Wealth & Abundance - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2010 from Ann Bingley GallopsThe kitchen is considered the heart of your home in Feng Shui, representing health, wealth and abundance. In order to achieve these life essentials, it’s important to keep your kitchen clean and clutter-free. Here are five Feng Shui tips for enhancing your life with better health, wealth & ...
Views: 3519 - 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: 3509(2 votes) - Feng Shui Tips to Freshen Your Front Porch for Summer - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Trisha KeelIt's summer and time to freshen your front porch and the welcome it presents to your visitors. Your front porch is much like your home's mouth. You want it to present itself with a hospitable face and a warm reception for yourself and your family each day. Regardless of which way your front door ...
Views: 3507 - How to Call Abundance to Your Front Door - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Chriss BarrFeng shui is becoming more and more popular, particularly since it is about the easiest way to “green” up your building. The front of your building is called the Face of Ch’i (pronounced chee). You can attract more Sheng ch’i (positive energy) by putting your home or office buildings’ best ...
Views: 3497(6 votes) - Feng Shui Gardening Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Jessica AckermanUsing feng shui techniques in your outdoor gardens will not only increase your enjoyment of your yard, but will also attract positive energy to your home. Size is not important when planning a feng shui garden, because your focus is going to be on adding traditional feng shui elements to your ...
Views: 3492(1 vote) - 7 Keys to Energize Your Atmosphere! - by Submitted on May 03, 2010 from Kathy NeisessStop! Take a few seconds and look around you… What do you see? You may be at your office, or in your home, maybe you’re at the beach with your laptop. Wherever you are, what do you see, I mean really see? piles of stuff? Arranged décor? Work to do? The waves lapping at the shore..? As you ...
Views: 3489(6 votes) - Bring a Boost to Your Business with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2011 from Beata KulitskayaFeng Shui applied to retail businesses is the practice of looking at how a retail space is organized and how its current condition affects different aspects the business. Feng Shui has been used for centuries for businesses in China and other Eastern countries and it’s now a popular trend in ...
Views: 3483(4 votes) - Adding a Four Seasons Room to Your House to Bring the Outdoors in Year Round - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Jessica DrewI don't think there is any homeowner who does not want a four seasons room. It’s because excellent four seasons room and fantastic outdoors/indoor spaces make your home a step above the rest. Four seasons rooms provide an excellent atmosphere to enjoy with your family and friends in times of ...
Views: 3474 - 9 Ways To Sleep Yourself To Good Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2008 from Toon Hwang OngHere are some tips to improve the Feng Shui of your bedroom. Before you go out to get yourself a whole basket of Feng Shui ornaments and get all confused with your Kua/Gua numbers, you should first check your bedroom against this list below: 1. Never have the bed pointing out to a bedroom door. ...
Views: 3464 - Feng Shui and the Windows to Your Soul - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from Candace CzarnyFeng Shui and Your Windows They say the eyes are the windows to the soul and in Feng Shui, it’s thought that the windows are the opening where energy flows into the home. In order to improve the flow of energy in your home, make sure that you are using your windows to allow energy to flow ...
Views: 3456 - 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: 3427(3 votes) - Family Harmony Using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Jessica AckermanThe principles of feng shui can be used to add more harmony to any family. Because feng shui can be used to create a harmonious environment and increase the flow of positive energy within any home, it can be a great way of enhancing your family’s experience together. Utilizing feng shui ...
Views: 3414 - Vaastu Tips-Top Five Points You Must Check When Looking for A New Plot - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Puneet ChawlaPeople who know something about Vaastu, which is ancient architectural science, would also know that it's all about placing balance in all the five elements and cosmic energies. If this balance get wobble the problems occur in the one's life. One's life starts with his home. It's a bit ...
Views: 3397 - ***Feng Shui in the Garage - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Carole HyderAlthough often treated as though it has little impact on a family’s life, in Feng Shui the garage can have an enormous influence. From money and relationships, to health and well-being, the garage may affect in positive or negative ways. Even if the garage is detached from the house, it can ...
Views: 3391(1 vote) - With Zen in Mind - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2013 from XXXX XXXXXThe key precept to a Zen inspired home is “less is more.” Zen is space, cleanliness and order. Space absent of element is as important as the elements that immerse into it. Space allows the elements within to unite in connectivity and invites us to focus, contemplate, meditate, create, breathe ...
Views: 3388(4 votes) - Reasons to Choose Wrought Iron Table and Chairs for Indoors as well as out - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Avi ReismanIf you’re looking for a dining room table and chairs that’s solid and sturdy with a multitude of design and colour options, then you need look no further than wrought iron. This article discusses why a wrought iron table and chairs will grace any dining room. Durability A wrought iron ...
Views: 3355 - How Can Vaastu Solve Your Relationship Problems? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Puneet ChawlaIf your life is lack of love then every moment brings sadness, tastelessness and insipidity to you. Nothing can cause happiness if there is no harmony between you and your life partner. Life becomes painful in such situations. Many people have passed through such experiences. You consider each ...
Views: 3350 - Tips on Using Wall Decals to Bring the Nursery to Life - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Jana CovinsonDecorating your baby's nursery is one of the most fun ways you get to prepare for the arrival of your little one. You spend hours looking over colors, themes and pieces of furniture, searching for the perfect things to make the nursery a special, comforting and stimulating place. As you make ...
Views: 3284 - Create a Relaxing Environment with the Calm Energy of Water - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanGood feng shui principles and practices can be quite helpful if you are trying to design a relaxing environment. In today's hectic world, a place within the home where one can go to escape the stresses of life can be extremely beneficial. Whether you are designing a home spa, meditation room, ...
Views: 3273 - Feng Shui Business Building Checklist - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Kathryn WeberFeng shui is big business. Really. A certain pharmaceutical company keeps a feng shui consultant on a million dollar retainer and doesn’t make a move or change to its offices without talking with their consultant first. Many businesses think that feng shui means Asian decorating style. This ...
Views: 3253 - FINE TUNING FENG SHUI FOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2013 from Judith RyanWith the constantly increasing amount of children being diagnosed with autism it appears this disorder is reaching almost epic proportions worldwide. While there are many theories as to its origins there has not been a culprit found for its cause. Also what works for one child’s development ...
Views: 3249 - Using Color to Create Good Feng Shui - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Jessica AckermanAlthough using feng shui can sometimes seem a bit confusing and difficult, there are some basic color guidelines that you can use in order to simply the process. Feng shui consists of the five various elements: fire, earth, metal, water and wood. Each of these elements has certain colors ...
Views: 3240(6 votes) - The Chameleon of Interior Décor – Using Wrought Iron Furniture and Home Accessories - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2011 from Avi ReismanWrought iron furniture, accessories and accents can complement so many interior design styles from rustic Mediterranean to contemporary chic. It is a very versatile material, the chameleon of interior decorating. It can be natural and earthy in an old world Tuscan design, romantic and elegant ...
Views: 3231 - Feng Shui, Wine and the Unexpected - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Laurie BornsteinToday started out a bit differently than most days for me. I went into the kitchen for breakfast, opened the refrigerator door and saw that the entire refrigerator was covered in red wine! Why you ask? Let me explain. A few weeks ago I was watching a public television special on wine. It was a ...
Views: 3215(1 vote) - Embrace Longevity & Romance With These 10 Feng Shui Secrets - by Your bedroom is the most important room in your home. It has the greatest effect on your health and well-being. While you sleep, your energy fields are particularly receptive to the effect of any imbalance in your surroundings.
Feng Shui can help you create an environment where your well-being ...
Views: 3210 - Feng Shui Techniques to Try with Flowers - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanAs a general rule, plants and flowers can be used to increase the level of positive energy in the home. Because plants are living things, they can help to counteract the negative effects of synthetic decorating materials and electrical appliances throughout the home. However, there are ...
Views: 3195 - Questions & Answers on Feng Shui for Romantic Relationships - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Kathryn WeberThe Red Lotus Letter website attracts more visitors all the time. What are they looking for mostly? Two things: money and romance. It's interesting that romance is tied for the top spot. It shows how important love and romance are to people -- as much and sometimes more -- important than money. ...
Views: 3179 - Misconceptions About Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Angel de ParaIn the United States, South America and those other countries which encompass the “Western World”, Feng Shui was popularized in the 80’s by a gentleman who founded the Black Sect Tantric Buddhist Feng Shui School in California. In his effort to bridge the Eastern and Western cultures, he ...
Views: 3173 - Your Kitchen: The Key to Abundance and Prosperity - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffWhen it comes to good health, strong relationships and wealth, your home is the key. According to the principles of Feng Shui, the three areas that can affect your prosperity and future most are your front door, bedroom, and kitchen. This article, the third of three, will focus on your ...
Views: 3167(1 vote) - ***The Way Up: A Feng Shui Approach to Depression - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Carole HyderDepression isn’t the typical reason people want a Feng Shui appointment, but it can be a factor in the big picture. An appointment may be made for another more obvious reason only to discover that depression is playing a part. That said, sometimes depression is the only reason someone would ...
Views: 3165(1 vote) - Feng Shui Tips for a Sensuous Bedroom - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2010 from Jayme BarrettLove's secret is always lifting its head out from under the covers, "Here I am!" —Rumi Your bedroom should be a luscious retreat, a place that satisfies your every desire. It has the capacity to offer you a cozy bed to lie in for an afternoon nap, a love seat designed for you and your ...
Views: 3155(5 votes) - Feng Shui Tips for Autumn - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jessica AckermanAlthough many people naturally think of spring as the perfect time for new beginnings, autumn is also an important season to consider. As summer ends and autumn begins, it marks the beginning of a time period when families tend to spend a greater amount of time inside their home. Before winter ...
Views: 3152(1 vote) - ***Using Feng Shui as a Clutter-Buster - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Carole HyderAlmost everyone I know is trying to “stay fit” or “get in shape” or “lose a few pounds.” Health directives as well as personal experiences have pointed to the value of fitness. There’s no question that healthy diets, consistent work-outs, and a ...
Views: 3151(2 votes) - Is Bad Kitchen Feng Shui Making You Fat … and Poor? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2011 from Rupal Mehta TurnerIn many homes, the kitchen is the "heart of the home." In Feng Shui the kitchen symbolizes nourishment and wealth. After all, it’s no coincidence that slang words for money include "bread" or "dough" and “to put food on the table” means to earn money. Reflecting the love and energy that are ...
Views: 3151(1 vote) - 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: 3121(4 votes) - Top 15 Lifestyle Feng Shui Marketing Tips - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Laurie BornsteinMarketing. For some of us, it's a natural part of who we are but for many of us, marketing is something we don't understand, don't feel comfortable doing and avoid at all costs. As an entrepreneur, avoiding marketing or failing to understand its value can ensure a lack of success or at the ...
Views: 3101(1 vote) - How to choose a house or flat with Feng Shui… Part one - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Laurent LanglaisMoving to a new place is a great opportunity to benefit from a new Feng Shui setup. With careful examination, you can find a suitable place that will sustain you for months or years to come. There are three different layers we must look at: 1. The external environment of the place 2. The ...
Views: 3069 - Nine Buildings to Avoid for Homes and Offices - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Diana GarberThus far I have not found a perfect Feng Shui building, especially that I incorporate risk management criteria. If you don’t know what I mean by risk management, visit our article Quality versus Quantity. A building that is 60% workable is the best I’ve encountered in all these years, and 70% ...
Views: 3059 - Gemstone Kingdom—Amethyst - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2011 from James YaoAmethyst, is a kind of purple crystals, The ancients describe it that “The color of grapes, lovely”, Such as grape-like purple is due to traces of iron oxide crystal containing. The color of amethyst with lavender, purple, dark red, red, purple and other colors, Red to purple red is the best, ...
Views: 3051(1 vote) - 11 Feng Shui Tips for Creating Romance & Passion - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2003 from Vicky WhiteValentine's Day or any day - romance and passion are important. Whether you're looking for a new relationship or looking to enhance an existing one, Feng Shui will power your intentions. Your environment is either supporting you or working against you. If you are in a relationship these tips ...
Views: 3050(1 vote) - Simple Feng Shui: Eight Quick Ways to Redecorate for Your Spirit - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2004 from Susie CortrightThe ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui is making a comeback in the modern world. But is it really possible to change your attitude just by rearranging your living space? Many people say yes. Feng Shui is an Asian philosophy that dates back some 5,000 years. Practitioners strive to find the proper ...
Views: 3050(1 vote) - Does Feng Shui Fuel McDonalds’ Success - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2014 from Pat HeydlauffDo restaurants and fast food establishments use Feng Shui or at least some of its principles when designing a successful profitable business? Absolutely yes! Here is how can you apply that information to your own home so you can experience less stress, better relationships and more ...
Views: 3049 - Are the Building Materials in Your Home Feng Shui Friendly? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanAlthough you might have taken special care to decorate your home according to feng shui practices, it's also important to pay attention to the building materials that were used in your home's construction. These materials can have a marked impact on the level of chi energy in your home. Even ...
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