I have a Super Power: the ability to read a book whose message I need to hear right at that moment. And of course, it’s always a book that someone mentions to me in passing, or that I notice on my bookshelf but hadn’t read yet. This time the book came from my yoga studio. […]
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Wood: Your Personal Connection with the Pioneer
Does this room appeal to you? If so, your True Nature is probably represented by the Wood Element, one of the Five Elements in Chinese philosophy. I love this room and see how my Wood Element connects to it: wood paneling, flooring and wood furnishings make the room feel cozy and connected to nature; the […]
Feng Shui Art
In feng shui we talk about how our homes are symbolic of what is going on in our lives. Our homes, so personal and intimate, are a mirror reflection of us. And because artwork is so full of symbolism and so ripe for interpretation, it can often provide vital clues for feng shui consultants to […]
Spiral Stairs in Feng Shui
Spiral stairs are a feng shui no-no. Ever wonder why? Everything in our homes is a metaphor for the unconscious. Makes sense when we think about artwork, but architectural details of our home? Yes, because we were drawn to this home specifically over all over homes. Stairs symbolize the Water Element – it channels the […]
8 Ways to Incorporate Nature into Your Home
Many studies have shown that incorporating nature into our indoor spaces improves our focus and feeling of well-being. And we since we spend 90% of our days, on average, indoors, you might want to consider some of these simple ways to “bring nature in!” 1. Light – Take advantage of locations in your home that […]
Tile & Feng Shui
I’ve done several kitchen and bath projects on my home in recent years and one of my favorite parts is selecting tile. And then, looking at what element the tile represents according the feng shui principles: wood, fire, earth, metal or water. If you are remodeling your bathroom as well I highly recommend that you […]