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 […]
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Once a Wood, Always a Wood…
Love this photo! It’s symbolism is fierce competition…the epitome of the Wood Element. It somewhat depicts me although I am no runner (my son inherited this gene from my husband!). But rather than compete with others, I’m trying to outdo myself in some way – new ideas, more expansive projects, expanding my reach. Always […]
It’s Broken…Now What? Going Beyond the Simple Question
During consultations, clients have all sorts of questions regarding their homes and the objects within. One such question made me pause… “That fish is broken. Should I get rid of it?” (The “fish” she referred to is the ceramic object to the right). At first glance, the answer would be “yes.” Since I believe that […]
The Water Element in Feng Shui
THE WATER ELEMENT IN FENG SHUI This post provides an overview of the Five Natural Elements. The Water Element represents the energy of winter and deep night, which is known as the “greatest yin.” Water is related to all natural bodies of water, from deep lakes, the power of the ocean, the force of a waterfall, […]
Basics of The Five Elements
In Chinese philosophy, the Five Elements are the building blocks of everything in the Universe. The elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. Also known as the Five Transformations of Energy, each of the elements represent a different phase of energy and the Five Element Cycles show how these phases transform from one to the other. […]
The Luxury of Water in Your Garden
I was interviewed on a blog radio show last week and the topic of water came up. The interviewer said that she had put a waterfall and pond in her backyard garden and that it brought her much joy. And then it hit me! I’ve been talking about doing that for so long – […]