Have you ever saw or heard something that you’ve experienced thousands of times, yet it felt like the first time? They call that “shoshin” in Zen Buddhism…beginner’s mind. Shoshin refers to having an attitude of openness, eagerness, and lack of preconceptions when studying a subject, even when studying at an advanced level. I’ve been practicing […]
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8 Common Myths of Spirituality
What’s keeping you from developing your spiritual side? It might be the belief that working on your spiritual self is impossible in today’s modern w orld. But it’s precisely today’s modern world that calls more of us to develop spiritually. So how do we reconcile this? I believe we must cast aside our notions of […]
Feng Shui, Personal Responsibility & Change
Those two dirty words: “Personal responsibility” In this post I share two consultations that reflect our need to deflect our responsibility and blame others for our situation. None of us are immune to this. It happens to us all at one time or another. Sharing these stories I hope that I may inspire you to consider […]
I’m the Pioneer: How the Five Elements Describe Us
Learn about the Five Element personality traits in this post. As I was sitting in my first feng shui certification class I was gob smacked! We weren’t talking about chi and balancing yin and yang…we talked about ourselves! And then it hit me. Feng shui isn’t just about the harmony of our physical spaces, it […]
How to Use Feng Shui Crystal Balls
If you’re reading this, you’ve probably heard that feng shui crystal balls are a very popular cure in feng shui. You are correct! Why are they so popular? These clear, multi-faceted crystal balls (also called “Swarovski” crystals) have an amazing ability to tap into the power of natural light. Ever see one hanging in a […]
Feng Shui Tips for Beds – Part 3
When I visit my client’s homes the second most important thing to review is their bedroom (first, it’s the front door!). We spend roughly one-third of our lives in this room and it is our most intimate space; a place for rest, rejuvenation, and healing. I’ve written a lot about beds and feng shui. Why? […]