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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- 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: 2952 - *** Ahhh, The Soothing Sounds of an Outdoor Water Fountain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2013 from Serenity HealthMany people think of water fountains as the perfect musical accompaniment to the all-natural soundtrack of any garden or natural outdoor space. More than soothing sounds however, an outdoor fountain offers relaxing and steady motion, an element of natural movement to any garden or patio setting. ...
Views: 2936(3 votes) - Feng Shui for Love and Romance - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Helen ArabanosOne of the most popular reasons people seek out Feng Shui is to improve their relationshp or find a new love. Here are some simple things you can do to boost your Love Life. These suggestions apply to any living space; they can even be applied to a workplace. Feng Shui for the Closet Is ...
Views: 2918 - LOVE IT OR SHOVE IT: The Feng Shui By Fishgirl Challenge - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Katy Allgeyer"Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful." ~ William Morris THE FENG SHUI BY FISHGIRL CHALLENGE William Morris was England's most famous designer / craftsman who inspired the Arts & Crafts Movement in the mid 1800's. Think about what he ...
Views: 2918(3 votes) - 4 Clear and Refreshing Ideas For Stress Free Mornings - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2012 from Marilyn BohnDo you dread mornings and feel like you always have to walk on eggshells because you are stressed to the max before you ever leave home in the mornings? Do you feel like a failure as a mother because your kids leave home without a good breakfast or lunch and everyone is fighting? Here are 4 ...
Views: 2914 - Crystal knowledge - Crystal use - how to make children smarter - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from James YaoFirst, the spiritual and intellectual problems: It is not easy for modern parents, social habits can not be an easy change when it lasts a long time, gave birth to a healthy and lively children, has become a dream of opportunity which cannot be pursued. In the past two years, I continued to ...
Views: 2914 - Create a Patio Sanctuary with Feng Shui Touches - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhether you have a large outdoor deck or a smaller patio attached to your apartment, this area can be used as a relaxing sanctuary as well as a place to entertain. Whether your patio is large or small, the refreshing outdoor atmosphere makes it the perfect spot to create your own personal ...
Views: 2904 - Feng Shui and the Color of Money - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2006 from Carole ProvenzaleFeng Shui and the Color of Money I remember one of the first things I learned about money was don’t count on it. Did you ever notice just when you thought you would actually not only meet all your bills but have a little left over to actually indulge yourself in something good, something ...
Views: 2901 - ***Booked on Feng Shui: Your Books Speak Volumes - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Carole HyderMost everyone I know owns books. Some people have skads of them—-so many, in fact, that they’re stored in boxes in the basement. There are some people who can’t let go of their college textbooks from 30 to 40 years ago. Others love their books so much they ...
Views: 2900 - The Elephant in the room….or, at least it should be! - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Ellen WhitehurstLet’s let the elephant stay in the room today since it’s ‘Elephant Appreciation Day,’ especially after reading what Feng Shui has to say about this prosperity attracting pachyderm. According to this philosophy, the elephant is considered a precious animal that symbolizes fertility, strength and ...
Views: 2888 - Solar Fountains- Integrating them into a Feng-Shui Garden - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Cecelia BrownLet’s talk about Chi. Chi is the vital life energy that needs to be flowing smoothly and freely so that every aspect of our life will do the same. Proper Chi movement begins in the outside of the home. A well planned garden is where we invite positive energy to then move into the home. Feng Shui ...
Views: 2886 - Dowsing - Science or Magick? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2009 from Alicja AratynFrom the beginning of time, people have asked questions about their future and their past. The simple truth is that we all are trying to understand ourselves, grasp the concept of why we are the way we are? What is a source of our obstacles? If we have had many lifetimes before, what did we ...
Views: 2876 - Definition: Feng Shui - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2008 from Shelly WalkerFeng shui is an ancient Chinese practice believed to utilize the Laws of both Heaven, (astronomy), and Earth, (geography), to help one improve life by receiving positive Qi. The original designation for the discipline is Kan Yu. The words 'feng shui' literally translates as ...
Views: 2841 - Enhance Your Job Search with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you are currently job-hunting, you probably want to use every possible advantage to help you land the perfect job. In addition to brushing up your resume, it can also be helpful to utilize some of the principles of feng shui. Here are a few helpful tips you can use to enhance your career and ...
Views: 2792 - Feng Shui for Your Front Door - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsHow to Activate the Main Entrance to Your Home There are many ways to enhance your life by applying the wisdom of Feng Shui to your environment. As it becomes increasingly popular here in the west, you may have noticed all the red front door colors on people’s homes and wonder if there’s ...
Views: 2767 - Good Vibrations, Feng Shui and Home Design - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2017 from Dan BlacharskiYou might call it “architectural acupuncture.” Feng Shui, when practiced by a skilled professional, balances your surroundings and enhances energy flow. Based on age-old concepts of living in harmony with one’s environment, the goal of Feng Shui is simply to help keep you calm, healthy, and ...
Views: 2764 - Your Guide to Social Media – Disconnect to Connect - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffAccording to several research studies done in 2011 and 2012, 39 percent of Americans spend more time on Facebook than in face-to-face relationships and 10.5 billion minutes per day are spent globally on Facebook alone. The warp speed shift in social relationships and how we interact is due ...
Views: 2748(2 votes) - Ten Simple Tips to Feng Shui Your Office - by Submitted on May 19, 2005 from Carole Provenzale10 SIMPLE FENG SHUI TIPS AND ADVICE FOR YOUR OFFICE Getting through your Workday the Feng Shui Way By: Carole Provenzale Feng Shui Long Island www.FengShuiLI.com Think about it. Every day we get up, go to jobs we don’t really care for and hold our breath until the weekend. When we finally ...
Views: 2740(1 vote) - Using Feng Shui to Harness the Power of Your Intention - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2003 from Vicky WhiteMaster Lin Yun, founder of Black Hat Tibetan Feng Shui, has stated that making Feng Shui enhancements without intention, is only 10% effective. However, add intention and you'll get a 120% improvement! If you listen to successful people talk about what makes them successful, one of the ...
Views: 2739(1 vote) - Feng Shui & the Cosmic Trinity - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2014 from Teresa HwangIn Chinese metaphysical studies, the concept of the Cosmic Trinity - Heaven, Earth and Man/Human aspects are intricately entwined together. We can look at the whole picture by their effects on our Path of Life. We can study the Heaven effect with Chinese astrology - the Four Pillars of Destiny ...
Views: 2708(1 vote) - The Five Elements: at the heart of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Laurent LanglaisIn my previous articles I have explained the origin and the philosophy of the authentic Feng Shui. Now is the time to go into the core of the theory and see how Feng Shui really works. The Qi… Or Yoda’s words! At the heart of everything Feng Shui, and moreover in all Chinese metaphysics, ...
Views: 2699(1 vote) - ***Is Your Feng Shui Cooking? Critical Kitchen Considerations - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Carole HyderFeng Shui is concerned with the flow of energy in a space. One way to assess this flow is to determine how the energy moves through a home or office and whether there are places where it is stagnant or whether it flies through too quickly. Another way to assess the flow of energy ...
Views: 2696(1 vote) - Arranging a Bedroom for Love with the Aid of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Monica CastanedaAccording to Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of placement, the way the furniture in a bedroom is arranged, as well as the colors and accessories chosen for its decor, can tell a great deal about how two people are doing in a love relationship. Conversely, re-arranging the furniture and ...
Views: 2683 - How to Personalize Your Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2009 from Chriss BarrYou’ll often see articles on the web, tips on Twitter and YouTube videos telling you how to set up your feng shui in your home or your office. This advice ranges from how to de-clutter to where to set up the Love & Romance area in your home to attract a partner. What you won’t find is feng ...
Views: 2681(4 votes) - Feng Shui and Better Sleep - by Submitted on Jul 01, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsAlong with proper nutrition, air and water, restorative sleep is essential to health and well-being. Without a good night’s sleep, we function below our capacity to handle the demands of life, with varying consequences. The effects of prolonged sleep deprivation cannot be underestimated, and ...
Views: 2678(2 votes) - Power Up Your Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2009 from Chriss BarrAt least once a week I get a call or e-mail from someone who tells me they bought a book to set up the feng shui in their home but that instead of being helpful these books have left them feeling confused and frustrated. Just when they think they understand what the author is saying they read ...
Views: 2676(5 votes) - *** Winterizing With Feng Shui: What To Do When Winter Interferes with Your Flow - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2014 from Carole HyderLiving in northern climates necessitates a shift in mindset in terms of Feng Shui. When the temperatures and the snow start to fall, it’s important to consider how this changes your environment and how you need to make corresponding changes in how your Feng Shui is carried out. Doorways get ...
Views: 2662(2 votes) - The Fashionable Men's Kimono And Jiu-Jitsu - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2012 from Darell BelenOne look at the original kimono and you will recognize how deeply rooted it is to Japanese tradition. Aside from that, it also offers a lot in terms of comfort and security. As time passed, more and more tweaks and variations were adapted by the kimono, making it suited to the tastes of modern ...
Views: 2639 - Protecting Your Wood Dining Tables Protects Your Investment - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Annie DeakinYour dining tables bring style and warmth to your home and they are an investment. To protect your investment and your wood tables you can use a very simple technique that is not costly and is fairly easy to do. This will keep your wood from damage over the years. There are a few basic ...
Views: 2620(2 votes) - Everything You Need To Know When Searching For Duvet Covers - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Annie DeakinYou're out searching for duvet covers. Which duvet cover is the right one? There are many things you need to look for when buying duvet covers. Some questions to ask yourself as you decide to buy one may include, what is the size of the duvet covers you need to buy. What style do I want? What ...
Views: 2618(2 votes) - ***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: 2615(1 vote) - ***Summertime Feng Shui for Kids - by Submitted on May 30, 2014 from Carole HyderWith school getting out and kids being at home, the dynamics around the house will inevitably change. This is a good opportunity to mark the passage of time in your child’s life by implementing Feng Shui in their bedroom. Without the rigidity of a school schedule to keep kids occupied, ...
Views: 2612(1 vote) - Feng Shui---Simply Divine - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2007 from Dolores KozielskiFENG SHUI, SIMPLY DIVINE Feng Shui (Fung Shway), most people can’t pronounce it. They’ve heard about it, but they’re not quite sure what it is. Literally, it means wind, water. Feng Shui is an ancient, Chinese art of placement. It began with selecting the most optimal site for a grave. The ...
Views: 2603 - Using Feng Shui to Make "Money Love You" - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIt's often said that it's not enough for a person to love money. In order to be truly successful and prosperous, it's also necessary to find a way to make money love you. Although this may sound impossible, there are actually a number of different ways you can use feng shui principles to attract ...
Views: 2603(1 vote) - Purchasing a Foreclosed or Underwater Home? Use Feng Shui Guidelines to Ensure Prosperity. - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffMortgage rates are at historically low levels, with low home values creating record levels of housing affordability. Is now the time to invest in a home, a home that is currently underwater or foreclosed upon? Will the bad luck that has befallen the current owner of that property be transferred ...
Views: 2602 - 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: 2600(1 vote) - Setting Boundaries with Feng Shui - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Carole HyderEnergy is a funny thing. It always works. It’s always “on.” Even when we pay no attention to it, there always seems to be some. Anyone who’s worked with energy is aware of its power----whether dealing with body energy, earth energy or space energy. Often I run into people who aren’t as ...
Views: 2599(1 vote) - ***The Not So Busy Life: Back to Basics with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2014 from Carole HyderRemember the days when you went home from your job on Friday afternoon and didn’t think much about it until Monday morning? Remember when reading novels was a regular part of your life? Remember when the word “unplugged” was part of your vocabulary only when you were ...
Views: 2597(1 vote) - Feng Shui for Cooks: Enhancing Positive Energy in the Kitchen - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Jessica AckermanIf you love to cook, chances are you spend a lot of time each day in the kitchen. Because the kitchen is considered to be the heart of the home, you want this room to be inviting, full of positive energy, and attractive to your family. The kitchen should be a place where you enjoy spending time ...
Views: 2591 - Wrought Iron Mirrors, Myth, Magic and Meaning - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Avi ReismanUnlike the highly decorative metal or wrought iron mirrors available today, ancient manufactured mirrors were simply pieces of polished stone. Examples of obsidian mirrors found in modern-day Turkey have been dated to around 6000 BC. Prior to this, the first mirrors used by primitive people ...
Views: 2588 - Yin and Yang and the Five Elements in Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2011 from Laurent LanglaisIn this article we are going to delve more into the five elements and also to have a look at other important concepts. The Yin and Yang. The Yin and Yang notions are fundamental to understand Chinese metaphysics, but even more Chinese culture in general. They are basically two opposite ...
Views: 2570 - Can't Focus or Get Anything Done... A Solution that Works - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Pat HeydlauffAccording to Mac Anderson Founder, Simple Truths, a few years ago a health study determined there are three main reasons people can't cope in life: 1. They live in the past. 2. They have a low self-esteem. 3. They can't laugh at themselves. All three of these can be important when you ...
Views: 2563(4 votes) - Stop Living Life in Your Rearview Mirror - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffIf you want to create balance in your life instead of living your current juggling act, then living a rearview mirror lifestyle is not for you. Do you know people that live in the world of victimhood? The world of “would have,” “could have,” and “should have”? Do they live in the past filled ...
Views: 2558 - ***Stepping Up, Stepping Out: Taking Strides with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2014 from Carole HyderOne observation I’ve made over the years from working with people who are integrating Feng Shui principles is that Feng Shui does not support you hiding out any longer. You are required to face the music when it comes to the patterns of how you live, the ties to your things, and the truth about ...
Views: 2557 - Why Build a Koi Pond with Concrete? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Douglas HooverMany pond builders have started out in the water garden industry by building ponds the easy way, by using a rubber liner, biofalls, and a sump pump. Many of these landscapers were not informed of what to expect in terms of durability and the longevity of these building materials. Unfortunately, ...
Views: 2552 - Feng Shui Room Rules© for Prosperity - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Laurie Bornstein1.You only have one opportunity to make a first impression - and it’s outside. Create a dynamic sense of welcome by making sure your front door is energetic, attracts attention, and is uplifting. How can you do this? The easiest way is with color. Consider painting your front door a ...
Views: 2548(2 votes) - Build Wealth and Prosperity with Feng Shui in the Kitchen - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2010 from Candace CzarnyThe kitchen is often the last place where you think to decorate or where you think of making money. After all, it’s generally covered in pots and pans or leftovers. Since people are in it all the time, it seems to be a place that needs little help in terms of Feng Shui. But this is far from ...
Views: 2532(8 votes) - Feng Shui Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Jessica AckermanClutter is the enemy of positive feng shui energy. So, spring cleaning is the perfect time to reduce the level of clutter in your home and increase the level of positive feng shui energy at the same time. It is important to remember that clutter that cannot be seen is thought to be just as ...
Views: 2532 - Feng Shui Fertility Suggestions - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Candace CzarnyIt is unfortunate fact of many people’s lives that infertility strikes where and when it wants. The desire to have a child is a natural, normal progression in a couple’s relationship. While there are certainly individuals and couples who choose to not become parents, an overwhelming majority are ...
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