An NPR story last week told the tale of Lisa Dutton. Her home had been languishing on the market for 30 months with only low-ball offers coming in. The Chino Hills, CA resident was frustrated. She said, “I thought, ‘Wow, my house is beautiful. What’s wrong? Why is someone just walking right out the door?” The reason, she came to find, was the place had bad qi–a Chinese…
Rest, Rejuvenation and Romance: Use Feng Shui in your bedroom to attract a lover or strengthen your relationship Are you looking to attract a lover? Perhaps you would like to strengthen your romantic relationship with your partner. In Feng Shui, the bedroom (along with the kitchen and entrance) is one of the three most important areas of a home. If you are struggling…
Several readers have asked me whether the changes they make when they decorate for Halloween affect the Feng Shui adjustments that they have already made to their homes. This is the time of the year when everything is decked out in orange and black, or covered with cobwebs and creepy creatures. But, there’s no need to worry about ruining the positive Feng Shui of…
Question: I just bought a feng shui money frog and would like to know the feng shui rules to place it. Where do I put the feng shui money frog in my home so that it brings me money? Is it true that the feng shui money frog can help bring money? Thank you. The use of the feng shui money frog has deep symbolic roots. It is a mythological creature with three legs that…
Fish aquarium, as per feng shui, is considered an extremely powerful tool and there’s a pretty good reason behind that (more on the reason in a moment), but first, let me ask you a simple question. How do you feel when you see a beautiful, serene fish aquarium with all the colorful & lively fishes in it? Here’re your options: Moving on further, as I promised…
Applying feng shui in a small apartment or studio can be a challenge, as often there is little or no separation between your living, working and sleeping space. In other words, how do you apply feng shui if your bedroom is part of your living room, and the kitchen is right close to it, all areas with no walls to separate the different feng shui energies? Even though…
If your relationships are tired and money flies through your hands your house might just be the wrong color. Maybe life is a constant struggle and you can’t put your finger on the one small thing blocking your success. The answer could be as simple as the color on your house. Feng shui dictates that the paint color on your house can affect your wealth and abundance…
The bed is a critical piece your ability to be rested and supported as you sleep, and indeed, your life. When the headboard of your bed is compromised, it will create problems for you in your life in your relationships, health and difficulties with money, and even getting proper rest. Many beds simply don’t have a headboard at all, and this gives the sleeper absolutely…
As feng shui is all about good energy (Sheng Chi), it is important to know how to keep your feng shui cures active and full of energy. Of course, it goes without saying that you also have to keep the energy of your home (or office) fresh and clear, too! In case of any space, be it home or office, it is advised to do regular space clearing sessions, be it weekly, monthly…
Called the aspirin of feng shui, mirrors are one of the most popular (and powerful!) feng shui cures. Used as an expression of the Water feng shui element, the right placement of mirrors can really bring beneficial energy to specific areas of your home or office. Because mirrors bring the energy of the water feng shui element, they are used as effective cures in the…
You’ll reap greater Chi energy benefits with a good headboard, too. But for best Feng Shui results, you can’t use just any headboard. A headboard with good Feng Shui has a few essential characteristics: It’s made of solid wood, or it’s padded. Wood has a natural warmth and “give” to it, while padded headboards are super-comfortable and inviting to the touch, adding…
If you’re looking to make some quick improvements to the environment in your home, the following list of practical Feng Shui cures is at your service: Place an energetic fountain near your front door. The flowing energy of the water symbolizes cash, which helps more of the green stuff come your way. Get ready to enjoy more cash flow and connections with key people…
Question: What is the meaning of feng shui crystal trees, what are they used for and which ones to choose for which feng shui purposes? Can I use Swarovski crystals in my feng shui gem tree? Answer: Feng shui gem trees, also called feng shui crystal trees, are a popular cure in the traditional feng shui school applications. These crystal trees are used in a variety…
Stairways do more than just provide a way for us to get from one floor to the other. If placed properly, stairways can help the energy that exists in our home, called chi, to move up and down easily and smoothly. If stairways are not done well, they can inhibit the proper flow of energy throughout the home. Worse still, poor stairways can create problems or even harm…
