by Julie Schuster In 2010, I accepted a post as project manager for an interior design show house in New York City, called Holiday House. Holiday House is an annual charitable event that has been running for about 6 years, benefiting Breast Cancer research. About a week after I began, I, too, was diagnosed with […]
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What is Feng Shui? Some Feng Shui Basics
Whether you are new to Feng Shui or have some experience, you have felt its power. Feng Shui addresses how we feel in our environment. It’s an ancient technique that is based on the wisdom of nature and balance. Your home is filled with energy – be it positive or negative – and the energy […]
Yin & Yang Symbol: Between Heaven and Earth
From the concept of chi, life force energy, comes the duality of yin and yang. Chi is either yin or yang. These cosmic forces help create order from chaos. The yin-yang symbol is an important part of understanding the forces at play in the universe as well as in human nature. According to Chinese cosmology, in […]
Four Fun Tips to Get that Tiny House Feeling.
Originally appeared in elephantjournal.com I have a guilty indulgence. On the nights that my husband goes to bed earlier than I do, I secretly click over to watch a tiny house show on my laptop. As one of the hosts of those shows says, “The tiny house movement is the next big thing!” I don’t […]
Peace Out, Negative Energy. How You Can Organize Your Home For Well-Being.
Originally appeared in mindbodygreen. Image by Brian D’Cruz Hypno Plus During my workday, I sit inside at a computer to write, research, and connect with people. But I always need those daily breaks to walk outside, breathe the fresh air, feel the sunlight on my skin, and appreciate life. Sound like you, too? This attraction […]
Eight Feng Shui Tips to Improve the Energy at Your Front Door.
Originally appeared in elephantjournal.com Pulling up to my house after grocery shopping, I park the car and grab the grocery bags from the trunk. I struggle to my door and open it. I’m home. But I entered through the side door. So, what’s the problem? According to feng shui, I am limiting my potential. Let […]