The year of the Yin Earth Ox, 2009, is symbolized by two elements and both are Earth. There is no conflict between two similar elements. Therefore predictions for the year are balance, peace, rebuilding and caring for families and the Earth. The Ox is reliable and hardworking and will support those who are willing to work consistently and methodically on creating a stronger foundation. Interestingly, the new President Barak Obama is also a Yin Earth person and naturally will be supported by the energy of the Ox. Change is on the Way: Home is the Best Place to Start
During my consulting, I have seen how homes and the things inside them influence the inhabitants, either holding and supporting their energy or depleting it. I can see how our personal subconscious patterns influence the way we buy things and design our spaces. At the same time, those spaces influence us back so there is a loop which is often very difficult to break even when change is wanted. Feng Shui suggests a way out of this by making our environment aligned with our goals rather than subconscious patterns that no longer serve us. I want to share a few observations for you to start with. The first is that our homes are filled with way too many things that we don't really like or want. It seems strange but when we buy things without much though they don't reflect what we really need. We then proceed to buy more because the things we buy do not reflect who we are and what we want! We feel unsatisfied and continue buying in hopes of something working out. Another observation is that often we position things in a way that does not create a good flow. Sometimes I am contacted because people think they need to buy new furniture and accessories, but the actual reason for their dissatisfaction is the existing furniture is poorly placed and energy flow is disrupted. Instead of creating a feeling of comfort and relaxation, the poor arrangement creates a feeling of stress and unease. Here are few steps to help you create more supportive and harmonious environment. Dealing with what you Already Have Next time you are in relaxed state of mind, take a slow and conscious walk through your home and tune into furniture pieces, accessories, art and other household items. Observe your reactions. Sometimes it will be clear to you if you like the thing or not, but if it is not so obvious, these questions will help you.
This simple exercise will reveal if you have surrounded yourself with things that support your energy or not. If you have many things that do not feel good, you might start contemplating why you bought those things. You might discover a lot about your subconscious patterns and see to what degree they rule your life. It would also be a good idea to observe how easy or difficult is for you to get rid of things that do not support you. Dealing With New Things Before you buy something, take a moment and tune into the thing you are buying, be it a piece of furniture, art, accessory, clothing or any other household item.
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Upcoming Feng Shui Workshops February 19, 2009 – Feng Shui for creating Prosperity and Wealth It is observed that if a residence has "good Feng Shui,” it will support good luck and prosperity for its occupants. You will learn how to recognize what interior and exterior factors contribute to enhancing your wealth and which factors restrict it. You will learn how to correct and enhance your environment for prosperity. A detailed analysis of the exterior and interior such as landscaping, entry way, kitchen, dining room and bathroom will be considered. You will learn how to improve your potential for creating more prosperity in your life with design elements including colors, accessories, art and nature objects. This session includes several case studies, before and after images and handouts. Participants are asked to bring few photos of their entry way, kitchen or dining room to demonstrate and learn from real life examples. February 26, 2009 – Feng Shui for Relationships If you want to bring more joy and more passion into your existing relationship or you are looking for a soul mate, this workshop is for you. You will learn what exterior and interior factors might contribute to a harmonious relationship and which ones detract from it. You will learn how to design your environment to strengthen your potential for a supportive and fulfilling relationship and harmonious family life. We will consider detailed analysis of a bedroom, bathroom and a living room. This session includes several case studies, before and after images and handouts. Participants are asked to bring few photos of their bedroom, living room and bathroom to demonstrate and learn from real life examples. March-11, 2009 - Feng Shui for Health If you feel you have low energy, are stressed, unmotivated or unexcited, come and learn how your environment may contribute to this. If you have some chronic health issue or your sleep patterns are disturbed and nothing you've tried really works, it is time to learn about energy patterns in your environment that weaken your immune system. We will consider some Feng shui principles that directly relate to health. We will do detailed analysis of the areas where you tend to spend the most amount of time, your bedroom and your office. You will learn about the effects of Electromagnetic and Microwave radiation and how to minimize them. You will find out how to increase your level of vitality and decrease stress by shifting energy in your environment. You will discover some secrets that will make you feel not only more balanced and relaxed but more enthusiastic and motivated. 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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