Spring is on the way! We don't need to know Feng Shui to feel that the element that rules during this time is Wood. Wood represents growth, innovation and action. It is a rising type of energy so this is the perfect time to come up with new ideas and start implementing them. If something sprouted in your mind during the last few months, it is time to align yourself with the energy of the universe and let it grow.
Feng Shui for Gardens We respond to our surroundings through our five senses which are sight, sound, touch, taste and smell. If we consciously engage all of these senses in the garden, we can enrich our experiences and emotional states.
By engaging all of our senses within the garden, we create a deeper connection between ourselves and nature and this is the essence of Feng Shui. There is also a specific Feng Shui principle that can be implemented in our gardens to infuse our surroundings with vital energy that will help us feel tranquil and inspired at the same time. We always feel more harmonious if we have a good balance of Yin and Yang. Therefore, we need both:
Having both energetic and tranquil spots within your garden will stimulate different senses and create a complete experience. Enhancing Prosperity and Relationships When I consult, I always walk the property to assess the energy of the site. If the site itself has good Feng Shui, it will support good luck and good health. Everything will fall into place easily, your life and business will improve and you will feel balanced and strong. On the other hand, if it is not a good Feng Shui site, you may feel that your energy is constantly drained to maintain balance in your life and your home. You might also find that you have to work harder to reach your goals and that you feel stressed most of the time. These are the extremes and the majority of properties fall somewhere in between. This means that they could use some work to enhance their qualities and provide better support for the occupants. Many of my clients are interested in enhancing wealth and relationships. Sometimes it is easier to do this outside rather than indoors, depending on the architecture of the house.
Relationships for most of us are associated with the nurturing and supportive energy of the Earth element. The SW in the northern hemisphere has those qualities of gentleness, quietness and warmth so SW is the direction of relationships, marriage and motherly energy. Creating a rock garden in the SW will strengthen the Earth element. Also, placing ceramic or stone statues, especially two statues that represent love and nurturing will bring good energy to your relationships. Of course, it is a good idea to create good flow in your garden and blend those special places that you will create in the SE and SW with the general landscape of your property. This can be done by carefully considering the shape of the lot, proximity to the road, and what is already naturally in these sections, etc. Keep in mind that Feng Shui is about living in harmony with nature and living in harmony with your heart. Happy gardening! Upcoming Events Tuesday, May 1 – Feng Shui for Gardens Questions? If you have any questions or are interested in a Feng Shui consultation please visit http://www.easternsciences.com or call (978) 392-9089 |
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Southeast is the direction of the rising sun and wealth. If the land in the E and SE sections of your property is slightly higher than the land in the W or NW, it supports greater wealth for the family. If it is lower or the same height, it might be a good idea to raise the Chi there by introducing fast growing, tall and strong plants. Brighter colored plants and light poles are other options. Water is the element that increases the vitality of a site. Careful consideration is needed in placing a water feature but in many cases the SE would be a very appropriate place, especially for moving water. Water that flows towards a house is associated with supporting Wood and bringing in Chi and wealth while water that flows away from the house carries wealth away.