tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38677617975628701412024-03-18T21:26:32.881-07:00Blue Moon Feng Shui - Consulting & Energy ClearingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-87491914015033458762014-02-01T13:41:00.000-08:002014-02-04T09:10:27.423-08:00Feng Shui For Business ~ The Fundamentals of Money Chi<span style="color: #444444;"><i>by Sharda Chaitanya</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">There </span>is only one reason anyone ever wants to do Feng Shui in their place of business, and that is to create more income. If a business is thriving, everything else falls into place - owners are happy, workers are happy, creditors are happy. Good Money Chi changes the entire dynamic of the work environment, and thus, the outgoing energy responds accordingly. Conversely, the energy we want to attract by first placing it in the appropriate area, will respond to the positive Chi that has been implemented. The universal tenet of Feng Shui applies here as everywhere, and that is the placement of key items/objects are situated for the best possible flow of energy in the room (or office or warehouse), whichever is the focus of the consultation, with the intention of receiving the desired results.<br />
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For <span style="font-size: small;">equipment or other items in</span> the business that are stationary, for example, machinery or <span style="font-size: small;">shelving, or pillars, for example,</span> that are not located in a favorable spot, then Feng Shui cures are in order. The goal is to be sure that the energy which affects money is developed by eliminating whatever might be creating a blockage. Just about anything which is out of alignment and disruptive to the flow of positive energy can be remedied by "adjusting" the problem with a cure, or cures, specific to that issue. As well, the cures needn't be in contrast to the aesthetic of the space - cures can easily blend in so as not to appear obtrusive, or they can be hidden completely. That does not inhibit their effectiveness in accomplishing a shift in the energy of the space.<br />
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In the overall layout of the floor plan, the office and the desk (and chair!) of the owner is key. The office will be in one of the 9 guas, or areas, of the larger workplace. Once we determine which gua is most influential, we proceed to enhance it based on those cures which will compliment that area, combined with aspects of wealth Chi for the purpose of creating income. It is essential that the elements (air, fire, water, wood, etc.) that influence that gua are balanced. As well, the desk must be placed in the command position, appropriate to the title of president or CEO, for example.<br />
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<i>The Location and Condition of the Front Entrance </i><br />
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The front door to the building or the main door to the place of business (whichever applies) needs to have particular qualities such as ease of access (the door swings opening and does not stick or creak), what kinds of things are in the immediate area of the entrance, visibility, and so forth. This is a common problem just about everywhere, and it is one of the simplest things to adjust. Good lighting, attractive objects or auspicious symbolism are some of the ways to perk up the front entrance. First impressions count, even if it's the same people who will see it everyday. In fact, particularly if the same people have to see it everyday. Also, having the name of the company prominently displayed is an excellent way to attract wealth - the wealth Chi can find you more easily if you identify yourself. It is like an energy signature. A footnote here: the spatial relationship of the owners desk or office to the door is extremely important. <br />
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This is the area that contains hard cash and/or represents the income of the business. This is a very important spot in any business, and one that is often taken for granted. Lots of fun and easy enhancements to the flow of positive wealth Chi can be done here - and there are 1,000 different ways to add money luck to this part of the office. As well, raising the vibration of the Chi will affect the persons working in that vicinity, thus creating a sense of well-being, which in turn boosts morale.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Feng Shui</span> is about much more than intentionally arranging furniture or fixtures or decorations in a particular way. Those things are important, certainly, and are not to be overlooked. But what happens when the room or house is finally done, when all the prescribed Feng Shui work has been applied and now you have a new place?<br />
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Let's go back and begin with the inception of the idea, the initial desire, to make a change using the art of Feng Shui. The simple idea of wanting change is kind of a big deal. This is where you finally decided that what you have is not working, or needs improvement. Initiating change is the first movement toward a better situation, and it is that seed of an idea that keeps you motivated throughout the process, remembering why you are doing this.<br />
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I want to emphasize here that Feng Shui is not this huge undertaking. The huge undertaking is more in the mind - you will have to change how you see something, particularly if that something is dysfunctional. What we have grown accustomed to has become comfortable, familiar, and therefore reliable - you don't have to think about it. But what is happening on another level when the Chi is off balance, is that the subconsciousness is perceiving disharmony in the energy of the space, which is in turn taxing on the general well-being of those who occupy that space. Any resistance to change, or doing something positive like Feng Shui, is ego which doesn't want to let go of the very thing it created. Sometimes we so buried our unhappiness about something that we've actually forgotten about it. Feng Shui can unearth those feelings and help you come to terms with the cause of your negative emotions.<br />
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Our environment is a direct reflection of what we are thinking and feeling internally. One instance that illustrates that is a client whose staircase was split. When you walked through the front door and stood on the landing, there were stairs that lead to the main portion of the house, and stairs that lead to the downstairs family room. I found it interesting to note that the married couple had a significant issues that could have easily "divided" the marriage, and through which they continually struggled. The difference was so fundamental that it was nearly impossible to get past. So it was no coincidence to find "dual directions" placed at<i> all-important entrance of the front door</i>! I knew something was going on in their relationship and I could not bring up such a delicate and personal issue. But eventually we were able to talk about it and use Feng Shui cures to great;y alleviate the problem.<br />
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In another home of a client who was having long-standing issues with her mother, I found a correlative indication in the mother/relationship gua of the house. The mother/relationship gua was the location of an enormous hot water/heating boiler. Needless to say, the thing was a monstrosity, and the room was dank and dirty. In order to make a change in the relationship with the Mom, we had to clear out the energy of the boiler room. Tricky stuff, since the energy coming off the boiler is so intense. As was their conflict. I am quite please to say that after implementing 3 Feng Shui cures, there were notable improvements in their relationship. They were then free to work on things together that really mattered. It took a little while, however, because a lifetime of energy had to shift! <br />
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One's home should be a sanctuary. One's office or business should be regarded as that which makes everything else possible, and given it's due respect. When we work to improve the Chi (life-sustaining, universal energy) of our home, office/business or even our car, then we are sending out the signal that those things matter. Everything is important, everything is a gift. By doing Feng Shui, we are exhibiting self-love and self-worth. It is not merely a trite exercise in redecorating, it is a proactive effort to make your world a better one. When you do that, you cause a ripple effect that goes out into the universe that allows for identical energy to latch onto the positive energy that you have created. Because things are cyclical, the energy returns back to you in kind.<br />
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Everything in the world can be regarded as sacred - you, your home, your clothes, your family, your friends, job, community, etc. When we apply Feng Shui, we clear out stagnation and create a balance within and between ourselves and the so-called inanimate objects that surround us. And create harmony with the people and institutions that are important in our life. Everything is sacred and should be considered as such, and Feng Shui is the method that best exemplifies why this is so. It is very reasonable and logical, and it is very etheric and mysterious. When we approach our Feng Shui from the heart, and desire to derive more from what we already have, then we are intuitively acknowledging the sacredness of our material gifts. In turn, we are setting ourselves up to receive peace of mind because sacred balance has been restored. Here we are relaxed and operating our daily lives without the friction that was present before doing Feng Shui. With a new found peace and harmony, there is no telling what we can achieve. <br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-83768227290685507252013-08-19T19:12:00.000-07:002014-02-02T22:06:02.804-08:00Another Feng Shui Mirror Cure (I Love This Stuff)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love</span> Feng Shui. And mirrors. So what a beautiful opportunity I had today to put the two together. Again.<br />
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Here I am in my usual spot, writing at my desk with the window to the street wide open. The weather in the City has been nothing short of phenomenal, and it is SOOO good. So the AC stays off and the windows stay open. Which lets in the air. And the subsequent noise from the street. The routine city ambiance is one thing (and an important thing. I like it. I find it soothing) but full-on ghetto thump from a parked car is quite another.<br />
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I feel myself wanting to get irritated, but I can't if I want finish my commentary on the NDE that I blogged at my other spot. I keep on looking out the window trying to find the car responsible for this late afternoon interference, as though if I spotted it, it would somehow make a difference. I hear a lot of bad so-called music from the streets around here, but this was the worst. It wasn't the volume that bothered me so much as the horrendously low energetic vibration. It was really beginning to piss me off!<br />
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So I stop and request my guides to give me a little help over here. It would be an ideal session at my computer if it weren't for this so-and-so idiot sitting in his car trying to get his groove thing on. Okay, okay, I apologize. But seriously. One of these days I am going to record one of these moments, so you can see how much restraint is needed not to go down there and just yell. In the meantime, I am attempting to write something about non-judgement and being in tune with our loftier self. Don't you just love the contrast?<br />
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I remain calm. I address my guides again and attempt to act like everything is fine, if they could just give a hand here and MAKE THE NOISE STOP. I stay true to them and just acknowledge that I am angry and they need to help out. Done. I let it go. But then a small light bulb goes off. <br />
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Oh. Let me take out my little trusty mirror and deflect the noise (the energy) away from my space and all the spaces within earshot. I prop my travel mirror against the window screen, perform the appropriate mantra and mudra, and I am done. The whole thing didn't take 2 minutes. I turn around and sit back down at my desk and resume what I was doing. Within...I would say...35 seconds, the music stopped. Completely turned off. Silence! No kidding. As I realize this, I pause. My heart smiles. I thank my guides and angels for reminding me what to do and for giving me the tools to do it. <br />
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Nothing is worse than not being peaceful. Sound is so vital to our good energy and noise will so easily disrupt it. The noise came back again, and so I again performed the mudra, chanted the mantra and did a new visualization. Again it stopped. And it stayed off for a long time. It was now getting dark, and I figured it would change the dynamic for persons who party in their cars. The noise returned again for a bit, but by that time I was well onto something else and it did not matter. I knew it would be over soon. It always is.<br />
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<small><a href="http://www.houzz.com/photos/traditional/porch" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Traditional Porch</a> by <a href="http://www.houzz.com/professionals/architect/c/Peachtree-City--GA" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Peachtree City Architects & Designers</a> <a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/hcarchitects/historical-concepts" style="color: #444444; text-decoration: none;">Historical Concepts</a></small><br />
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a lovely way to spend your hot, summer evenings! This design and
arrangement of this traditional porch are well balanced and quite inviting. The earth tones blend
in with the front yard, and the white day bed keeps the cool feeling
while at the same time stands out enough to give the small space a bit
of spark. From a Feng Shui perspective, it all comes together in a
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furnishings and architecture has a lot of wood, so I would have made a
different choice on the railing. I think maybe wrought iron, in
keeping with the aesthetic, would give added diversity of material. (But cost has to be a consideration also; staying within budget is good Feng Shui!) The
railing and the low wall is almost solid, which most likely gives the
owner a greater feeling of privacy. As well,
I think I would have painted the floor a darker color, probably a few
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bluish grey shutters and walls add a great contrast to the sedate earth
tones and to the white upholstery of the daybed. The shutters are
great and pretty much a requirement given that this house is in Florida,
and it can get pretty windy there! And when they are closed during the
day, they further insulate the house from the scorching sun. </span></span></span></span><br />
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the piece-de-resistance are the curtain that hangs at the top of the
stairs. There is one on the other side also. This makes the entire
setting soft, personable and homey. It adds just the right element of
ease that is required if one is to relax on this porch after a day of
work or business. Add a couple of people, a pitcher of mojitos and a
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="color: black;">Having part of a deceased tree on one's property is all too common. And not advised from a Feng Shui perspective. When I was on vacation at a bed and breakfast in Santa Fe a few years back, I saw that they had taken the care to put some life back into a tree truck that was sitting on their premises. They had put a few Feng Shui items on and around it. On closer inspection, I noticed a small Ganesha statue inside a tiny nook in the tree. It was then I realized these folks had done the Feng Shui! </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #444444;"><span style="color: black;">It was a really nice B&B and I felt very comfortable and at home. I had a memorable hot stone massage at their day spa, and was treated with kindness and respect. I later came to find out that this little B&B was voted one of the top 10 day spas by Travel & Leisure magazine. Now mind you, this was not what one would think of as a particularly high end spot, although not too shabby either. It was in a large traditional structure (a big house) in the architectural style of the Southwest. It was not so amazing that it was off the chart, but the fact that it had nonetheless garnered such aplomb by a reputable publication is no small task. </span></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih2cwtU980wisUFAbxqaiGV94SCt2sFPARdfs_lUMiud6oEFDrHeZxEt5V8kZpLeCvdaPDn6POdSWymvOO0f59-nLMSt6-Rd_URBdfSiicLwiEroWFkdVl-DOfxPvQ0Z-3mfoi5FaFD-Y/s1600/Tree+fairie+house.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih2cwtU980wisUFAbxqaiGV94SCt2sFPARdfs_lUMiud6oEFDrHeZxEt5V8kZpLeCvdaPDn6POdSWymvOO0f59-nLMSt6-Rd_URBdfSiicLwiEroWFkdVl-DOfxPvQ0Z-3mfoi5FaFD-Y/s320/Tree+fairie+house.jpg" width="306" /></a><span style="color: #444444;"><span style="color: black;">Then I realized that everywhere I turned I saw they had done the appropriate Feng Shui cures and installations. It was so simple and subtle that, unless you knew what to look for, you would have never noticed anything unusual. And I barely remember any Chinese chotchkes in the mix! It is my contention that they created the kind of buzz needed for a successful business because they went the extra step to do the Feng Shui, thus insuring that positive energy be created and maintained. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The above</span> design speaks volumes about individuality. I love this room for everything that it is not - it's not conventional, it's not "arranged", it's holds to no conventional decorating rules and it's not for everyone. This room is a wonderful homage to the Bohemian lifestyle of the intelligenscia of Paris and New York - following no rules other than free expressions of thought and art.</div>
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The first thing that strikes me is that if follows the 60/40 rule of Feng Shui which states a room should be 60 percent Yin and 40 percent Yang, and I think this room gets pretty close. It's open and large and has a lot of empty space (Yang). And it is matched by the soft colors, intimate accent pieces and personal proximity of furniture (Yin). The draping of fabric on the back wall brings a feminine (Yin) quality into the room, that could have easily been overwhelmed by that over-sized wall (Yang).</div>
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The pillow on the dark wood floors creates a buffer against the hard surface. An area rug would have accomplished the same thing. Almost any color wood floor would establish the same feel, with perhaps the exception of blond wood. I am trying to imagine this setting with a light color wood, which I think would be more of a contrast. This designer chose to stay with the keeping of the owners aesthetics and personal color palate. </div>
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Again what makes it interesting is the combination of textures, colors and materials. The eclectic array makes this the perfect room to create in and/or entertain visitors. The busy-ness of decor creates an active atmosphere, conducive to lively conversation or creative undertaking, such as writing, playing music or painting. While the space feels open, it has a welcoming sense of comfort, lending that personal touch of home. </div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-80118543768630035352013-07-18T20:14:00.000-07:002013-07-20T16:56:19.854-07:00The Bedroom Walls ~ Why Choose Pink?<div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It is almost universally understood that pink is the color of love, of the heart and, by extension, of romance. If you are in a relationship (in this case I refer to those of a connubial nature) then pink is the ideal color for the bedroom walls. If you want to keep the connectivity and spice in the romance, then the color pink is the way to go. I am aware that pink in not the most favored color, and many people snare and snarl at the very thought of pink and having it anywhere near the vicinity of where they live or dress. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">So in light of that, there are a few ways to make pink walls (or other things in the bedroom or relationship corner) palpable. First of all, it doesn't have to be bright pink - it can be a subtle, softer pink. (Note: not to be confused with peach, which, though similar, has a different purpose!) And it needn't be all four walls of the room that get painted pink, it can be one or two, with two being better. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">If you are still averse to painting the walls pink, then use accent pieces that have that color. It does not have to be elaborate or expensive - I always advocate Feng Shui on a budget. Unless your have the means to spend the bucks, use common sense and you can still achieve results. Worrying about how you are going to manage to pay for the changes you want is antithetical to a healthy mind set, which is not good Feng Shui. Keep it simple and ask your Feng Shui consultant what is the best way to address your budget. A good consultant is clever and resourceful. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">Back to pink. I almost always find that if I had an aversion to the design of a particular item that I needed for a Feng Shui cure, and I went ahead and did it anyway, it somehow worked. The item in question managed to blend in and I forgot about how much I had anticipated disliking it. The thing about energy and the cures we use to adjust it, is that the item we may not like finds a suitable home because it is called for and therefore resonates with the job it has been given. This is one of those understated aspects of Feng Shui cures.</span><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">So don't worry if you are unsure of pink - be daring. There is something to be said for stretching beyond your comfort zone, particularly when doing Feng Shui. Shifting energy can cause a few jitters, it's natural. But once you see, or rather, FEEL how the energy becomes enhanced and smooth, your nerves become calm and you are bathing in serenity. Once you go pink, you never go back. </span></small></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-61838494426234828282013-07-10T15:15:00.005-07:002013-09-04T05:33:58.953-07:00Stuff Over the Headboard Needs Consideration<div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">It is never a good idea to have anything protruding above you over the headboard. It gives an underlying sense of tension, a feeling that something unexpected might happen. Although intellectually, rationally, we know that shelf in the picture, for example, is tightly secured to the wall, nonetheless, it does and will affect us on a more subconscious level.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">When I owned the cafe, one of my regular customers had come in for his usual coffee and bagel. I noticed he had bad gash on his forehead. I asked what happened and he said the he smashed his head into bookshelves that were over his headboard! <i> No surprise there</i>. The very fact that you hurt yourself in your own bed, the place you should feel the safest, is clear indication that something is wrong.</span><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">The only thing that should be behind you headboard is a nice, serene image, a piece of artwork, that is conducive to a restful night's sleep. The image or artwork should be very personal while at the same time connote the sense of relaxation and peace. </span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">I always recall the set design in the movie Beyond the Sea with Kevin Spacey. Part of the story was about he and his wife having marital problems, despite loving each other and wanting it to work. In the film, above their bed, were two swords crossed over one another! YIKES! Clearly this was for dramatic effect, indicating the conflict in the marriage. I don't know if that set was based on fact, but it makes the point. (No pun intended.) From a Feng Shui perspective, it was an accurate placement of an object that surmised a bigger issue. </span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">The lesson here is to stay in keeping with Feng Shui rules and theories, no matter how cool you might think something is. If it is bad Feng Shui, it has no place in your environment. </span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">There are a few issues in this bed/bedroom situation. I hadn't even looked that closely until just now, so I will come back to them another time. What I want to focus on is the slanted ceiling (on both sides, no less) and the fact that the bed is directly beneath it! Ahhh...I am getting a headache just looking at it. Living with slanted ceilings is never a good Feng Shui idea and if you think about it for just a sec, you can see why that is. The energy created by the slanted ceiling is reflected in the energy of your astral body and of your subconscious; which in turn puts unnecessary pressure on your body that will eventually cause headaches, even perhaps migraines. The is particularly true if the ceilings like this are in the bedroom. When the body is asleep it is vulnerable/susceptible to the things that surround it. </span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">As well, the person(s) who sleep here will find that they are having trouble making decisions, following through with plans or just generally stuck in their life, unable to make any progress, despite the best of intentions.</span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">I have a client, as of this writing, who has this exact same problem. He is feeling a great deal of lethargy in his life and feels no impetus whatsoever to act on any number of offers from others or of his own volition. The frustration is nearly unbearable and life takes on a depressive shadow when one feels incapacitated for no apparent reason. With this kind of sleeping situation, illnesses can arise such as joint pain or constrictions in the circulatory system.</span></small><br />
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<small><span style="font-size: small;">The cure would be to hang 2 bamboo flutes with red ribbons from the seam where the slant meets the ceiling. As well, one should hang a large faceted Feng Shui crystal from the ceiling in the center of the bed. Consult a Feng Shui professional for specific details on how to hang the flute and to understand which are the differing types of flutes to use. </span></small><br />
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<![endif]--><b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><b>Feng
Shui is the ancient art of deliberate placement. The philosophy of Feng Shui
proposes that everything contains its own unique energy and everything is
affected by the energy surrounding it</b><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">.</span></span></span></span></span></span></b></div>
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While the premise
is very broad, the approach is very simple. When objects, (furniture,
foliage, lighting, mirrors, elements, color) are placed in correct and
particular relationship to one another, in keeping with Feng Shui theory
of harmony, then ourselves and our lives “get” that; we are influenced
positively and productively because the flow of Chi (energy) is
harmonious.<br />
<br />
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One can use Feng Shui in the home, office or business; for real estate
issues, when progress is "stuck"; for propelling your job to the next
level, or even enhancing your work cubicle if you are dealing with pesky
co-workers! Feng Shui is a very tangible method for change and lets us
feel that we are in control. Once the physical changes are in place,
those for whom the work was done will begin to feel and see actual
results. Simply stated, with Feng Shui we are enhancing and igniting
the good Chi and deflecting or eliminating the bad Chi!<br />
<a name='more'></a> It is a well-known fact that large corporations as well as successful
business people the world over use Feng Shui to heighten their
competitive edge and insure gainful results. Whether you are a
corporate firm or an individual looking for change, Feng Shui sets out
to accomplish the same thing: creating abundance, protection and peace
for the individual or group by infusing the environment with uplifting,
un-obstructed and light-filled ENERGY.</div>
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This particular school of Feng Shui, Black Sect Tantric Buddhist Feng
Shui, is based on the teachings of His Holiness Grandmaster Professor
Lin Yun, and is derived from the traditions of Black Sect Tantric
Buddhism. A key aspect of this style of Feng Shui places emphasis on
both the material/physical aspects of our task, as well as the
all-important non-physical/spiritual aspects of the practice. The
practitioners of this method of Feng Shui are themselves spiritually
inclined and look to the work as furthering the well being of others.
With respect for the Powers that Be, the consultant approaches the work,
and the clients needs, with compassion. While adjusting a space using
Feng Shui is most beneficial, how and why we are doing it is equally
significant.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>With this in mind, the
recipient of the cures and adjustments is asked to be clear as to their
intention or purpose, because Feng Shui is as much about placement and
location as it is about perspective and intention. The tangible and
intangible elements carry equal importance.</u></b></div>
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We are all a little under-nurtured and over-worked. What happens when
we do Feng Shui, (as opposed to just any re-decorating) is that we
establish ourselves in our environment in a sacred way. Instead of just
living there, we are thriving and growing - we have created a sanctuary
of peace, healing and progress! And of course, love.<br />
</div>
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We begin to regard the Chi around us as a living, breathing entity that
requires attention much like a plant or a pet. Or ourselves. Nothing
is insignificant, least of all where we live, work and sleep. These are
all gifts, and we are honoring and acknowledging the significance of
them when we use Feng Shui.</div>
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The premise upon which all Feng Shui is based relies on the Bagua, or
the octagonal-shaped diagram that is placed onto the floor plan or lot
to determine exactly where each of the life issues corresponds. <br />
<br />
The client generally chooses which 3 areas they would most like to work with for the duration of the consultation. The <b><u>9 Most Important Life Areas</u></b> are:</div>
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<span style="color: #cc0000;"><br /></span>
<br />
<ul>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Family</u> – Your birth or extended family. Color: Green </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Wealth</u> -- Money, abundance of friends, options. Color: Purple</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Fame </u>-- Increasing our popularity or heightening our reputation. </span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"> Color: Red</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Love/Relationships</u> –</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"> Familial, romantic or platonic. Color: Pink</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Future</u> -- This also includes children and creativity. Color: White</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Travel</u> -- Whether commuting for work or recreation. Color: Grey</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Career</u> -- Either to enhance your current one or change. Color: Black</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Knowledge</u> – Secular and spiritual. Color: Blue</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #cc0000;"><u>Health</u> -- Yours or you loved one’s. Color: Yellow</span></li>
</ul>
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</div>
Additionally, the three most
important objects and their placement are: the stove, the bed and the
desk. Each of these represents a significant part of our life and must
be insured that the proper flow of Chi is infused into them and their
space. When we consciously build energy around these seemingly inanimate
objects, a synergistic relationship is established. Energy is there to
be used, and when we do so gently, lovingly and with respect, the Chi,
the energy, responds in kind.</div>
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One of the (many) inexplicable benefits of doing Feng Shui in the home
or office are the immediately felt affects on one’s sense of well-being
and state of mind: because when our environment is in synchronization,
our mental and even physical health is positively impacted. It is no
secret that Feng Shui can improve one’s health. Master Lin Yun
recommended painting the bedroom of a hyperactive child the color green
in order to calm the nervous system and sooth the eyes. The effects
were outstanding, and the child performed better at school and had much
improved social skills.</div>
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Another example is of a client who simply moved her bed into the command
position and her two cats, who had been fighting for the 6 months they
had been in this apartment, found peace lying on that bed side by side!
And it happened on the very night the cure was done. Not only did the
feline conflict cease, the client slept more soundly than ever.</div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
When approaching an issue in a home or office, a variety of solutions
can be used. They include color, crystals, light (natural or
artificial), use of one or more of the natural elements (fire, water,
earth, wood or metal), artwork, flowers, chimes, fountains, etc. Not
only is Feng Shui therapeutic, it can be very creative. It doesn’t have
to be expensive either --even those on a budget can easily begin using
Feng Shui in their everyday lives.</div>
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At the same time, the furniture, equipment and objects that are already
in a space may simply require some rearranging - a little bit goes a
long way. Often times the clearing and neatening of a cluttered room
can dramatically increase the flow of Chi. In this case, less is
more!</div>
<div class="MsoNormal">
Once you start doing Feng Shui, a new level of consciousness is
awakened, and you perceive energy from a heightened awareness: but more
importantly, with an awareness about your own individual energy. The
use of Feng Shui creates a very dynamic, energy-infused environment <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">custom made for your needs</i></b>.
At the end of the day, the changes, adjustments, cures and intentions
that you use are for your peace of mind and happiness; your home becomes
your sanctuar<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;">y.</span></span><b><span style="color: #7030a0;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial Black","sans-serif";"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></span></span></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="color: #7030a0; font-family: "Arial Black","sans-serif";"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">MAY YOUR DAY HAVE A MIRACLE!</span></span></span></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-83808939666969374742013-03-15T10:45:00.000-07:002014-04-02T15:01:49.307-07:00Eliminating Conflict and Surprise with Proper Bed PlacementBy Sharda Chaitanya<br />
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This bedroom is a perfect example for what not to do - it illustrates the opposite of proper placement. I was glad to have found it for that reason, and because it is the kind of arrangement that is easily remedied, and by doing so, can avoid a myriad of obstacles in the resident's life.<br />
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The primary thing - well, two exactly - are the placement of the bed and the way the door is opening towards it. This causes not one, but two blind spots for the resident. The other faux pas here is the way the door further blocks the view. Even if the door were not slamming into the bed, and was hinged on the other side, it would not make a difference. The way it is now, whoever sleeps here would very likely be wrought with unexpected and unpleasant issues in his/her life.<br />
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The first thing is to turn the bed around so that it faces the door -
this is perhaps one of the most fundamental rules of Feng Shui. But from the way the light is coming in, it seem that there are windows on that opposite wall. It is best to have a headboard against a solid wall, but in this case, that is not possible. Putting the headboard near the window is not ideal, but can be fixed using Feng Shui cures. As long as the foot of the bed in not in direct alignment with the door, then it's fine. It could even be placed on a diagonal in the far left corner of the room.<br />
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As well, there are exposed ceiling beams, which add another layer of difficult Chi. This too, can be cured with Feng Shui techniques. The obvious cure is to hang a multi-faceted crystal from the beam, using a red string or ribbon measured in increments of 9.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-58937328117011536332013-03-13T11:37:00.001-07:002013-03-16T13:28:21.859-07:00Restored Barn With Exposed Beams<div>
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<![endif]--><span style="color: black; font-size: small;"><i><b>Modern Spaces design by </b></i><i><b>New York Architect Arturo Palombo Architecture</b></i></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i><b><span style="color: black;">Source: <a href="http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7998330/list?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u245&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery0"> http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/</a></span></b></i></span></div>
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by Sharda Chaitanya<br />
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This renovated barn is beautiful at first sight and has all the earmarks of originality, but when viewed from a Feng Shui perspective, the issues are quite obvious. <br />
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Beams, any kind, in any place no matter where it is, are something we would do our best to avoid. This room is an extreme example of overly-exposed beams. The overhead beams are cutting across the ceiling, creating a negative energy. The chi of the room is divided in an abrupt manner, causing an interuption in the flow of energy. The interuption would have a negative impact of the persons living there, most likely headaches and relationship problems.<br />
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The most obvious Feng Shui cure would be to hang bamboo flutes or faceted Feng Shui crystals from the beams. Additionally, I would use some kind of fabric or subtle draping to hide all of the 90 degree angles. The other issue with this room is that the beams, placed on 5 sides, creates a caged-in feeling, psychologically inhibiting the movement of the residents. The slanted ceiling further exacerbates the inhibitive sensibility. Adding to the choppy energy of the beams is the dining table and kitchen counters, which cut right into the room. The upholstered furniture does soften thngs up a bit, however.<br />
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The Feng Shui cures could certainly be applied here, although I would be careful not to change to basic decor. This room is a perfect example of why one would want to consider applying Feng Shui principles before remodeling. <br />
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<i>A well-place mirror
is a very basic Feng Shui “cure”.</i></div>
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<i>Mirrors are used
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by Sharda Chaitanya<br />
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Noise in a
big city is not news. If you live in a crowded metropolis, then you
know the average apartment dweller contends with a variety of sounds,
noises and audible disruptions on a regular basis. We acclimate, drown
out, ignore whatever cacophony is not of our making. We deal. And I do
believe in some ways we may even like it, or going to the next level,
even welcome it. We've moved here and stayed here for a reason; we like
being a part of the ebb and flow of city life, the din of traffic,
people talking really loud, music in the streets around the clock on
most summer days. It's all part of the bigger picture of the continual
pulse that we have grown accustomed to as denizens of a megalopolis.<br />
<br />
I
am going to stop right there before I make this sound romantic, or that
it's enjoyable to be continually bombarded with unchecked noise from
any number of sources. If you're like me, then you are familiar with
dialing 311 - the non-emergency contact number for all things regarding
quality of life (or lack there-of) in New York City. When you call 311
to register a noise complaint, they tell you that the local police
precinct has up to eight hours to respond and address the issue. Eight
hours, ya don't say...? Well that certainly makes it horribly
inconvenient for anyone suffering at the hands of an errant boom-box out
of control!!!<br />
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You get the picture. Either we have to
wo/man-up or remain committed to wearing annoying ear plugs. Or we can
go the pro-active route and work on our energy, both personal and
spatial. A lot can change when we decide to take matters into our own
hands and do what is required in order to change a situation from bad to
good. And it usually begins with(in) ourselves. It begins with a
resolve to improve upon -- what? -- how we think, feel, behave, react?
Yes.<br />
<br />
And we can do Feng Shui. This is fun part of
resolving issues; it's a creative, hands-on exploration into the the
crevices of the energy that surrounds us and to enhance it to work in
our favor. <i>Just a little notation here: the more understanding and
clarity I gain from the wonderful information coming to us regarding
ascension, and the more I apply it to what I know about working with the
Chi of Feng Shui, the more I see how logical, and in fact easy, it is
to work with the Chi, for our, and others', benefit. </i>But again, we
have to want to change. The hard part is taking the first step; that's
because we are admitting to ourselves that something in our life is not
working. Some people consider this an admission of failure. It is not.
It is recognizing that we value ourselves and deserve to be happy.
In getting over that initial hump of skepticism, we have made a huge
change already.<br />
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As you gathered by now, I have an issue
with noise. I don't like it, for the most part. But when it is right
inside my own building, coming from neighbors who should know better,
then I need to draw the line. But wait - I hate to tell someone how to
live or what to do. No one likes to bitch at their neighbor, it's
uncomfortable, makes you look like the bad guy and can be a real
conversation buster when you see that person in the laundry room. But
there I was, on a Saturday morning, getting my meditation on, and -
ahhhh - a base-driven thumping came pulsing through my wall. Ohhhh my
goodness. Since when did this quiet tenant start partying at 11:00
a.m.?<br />
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No worries. I'll just wait till it goes away, and get back to what I was doing.<br />
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Easier said than done. I paused. I thought. Then I realized there is a cure for that. A <i>Feng Shui</i> cure...! <i>If
I put a mirror facing in the direction of the energy that I want to
dispel, and do it with peaceful intention, the energy, the Chi, will
change.</i> So I took a small mirror, placed it against the wall
reflective side facing the wall, and secured it. I applied the
appropriate mantras and mudras, and let the powers that be do the rest.
Within 5 minutes the music was turned off! When these kinds of things
happen, I am never surprised, but I am always amazed. So great! I
thanked the universe for answering my prayer and got on with my morning.<br />
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In
Feng Shui mirrors have many uses for many different reasons. It very
much depends on the situation, i.e., what you want to accomplish, what
issues are confronting you, what is aesthetically pleasing, to name a
few. If nothing else,<u> it opens up the space</u>. Very important
for giving a room a real boost of positive Chi and making the
inhabitants feel better. And there are places that mirrors should not
be, also. Their energy is not to be underestimated, it is easy to make
the mistake of dismissing subtlety. Feng Shui works for a reason --
because Chi responds to everything. <br />
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A few days later
I took the mirror down and forgot about the whole thing. And a few
days after that, it happened again. So I repeated my cure. There was
one more cycle like this. Each time I implemented the cure, I got
results. "Thank you, thank you and thank you again for supporting me
and working with me", I said to the kind forces that surround me. I was
able to communicate with them because of the wonderful quiet that
filled my space. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-26468450073459974712013-02-22T17:37:00.000-08:002013-03-16T13:31:18.504-07:00The Command Position ~ Feng Shui and Feeling Secure<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="background-color: #fce5cd; float: right; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<span style="color: black;"><i>The command position means the place from where you can see or are facing the entry way or door of that room.</i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><i>by Sharda Chaitanya </i></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">Whether it's your desk at home or at
work, or it's your bed, your stove or your favorite comfy chair in the
family room, you always want to be sure that these important objects are
placed in correct relationship to the entrance of the room. The
command position is perhaps one of the most important aspects of the
Feng Shui of your home and one that yields a great deal of influence in
personal perception.</span></div>
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The
purpose of the command position is to disallow unexpected surprises in
our life; it creates a protective energy in our home and in our mind.
The effects of Feng Shui are not lost on our emotions -- the positive
changes in our mood when we awaken the Chi of our environment can range
from subtle to profound. After all, we are the energy of our home and
vice versa.<br />
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Be
certain that from your bed you can see full-on the door of the
bedroom. This creates a sound sense of security because you have a
perfect view of what is coming and going, and will therefore not be
caught off-guard in other areas of your life. This feeling of security
enhances that part of us that likes knowing what is around us, and
signals to us that we are grounded and safe. If the bed is at a ninety
degree angle to the door, that is perfectly fine. Additionally, <span style="font-size: small;">it's important to note that the foot of the bed should <u>not be</u> directly in front of the door.</span><br />
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The
command position should also be applied to your office desk or work
station whether it is at home or at your place of employment. It is a
common mistake when working at home that people often place the desk
facing the wall and therefore have their back in a vulnerable position.
It is imperative that the desk be turned toward the door. This gives
you a much broader sense of the room, it opens up the field of vision,
and you don't feel the restraint of being "up against the wall". </div>
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The
same rule applies to the placement of the stove in the kitchen. Be
sure that you can see the door when you are standing at the stove.
Ideally you are also facing the direction of the main entrance of the
house. You don't necessarily need to see the front door, it is enough
that you can mentally take note of your proximity to it. Since the
stove is an item that cannot be moved once installed, there are a few
cures that can be applied if the appliance does not meet these
criteria. One of them is to place a mirror above or to the side of the
stove that provides you a line of sight to the door. This will put you
at ease, open up the space and make the kitchen feel more welcoming.</div>
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Feeling
safe and secure at home, especially while sleeping, is a very primary
requirement that plays out in the other areas of our life. Placing
yourself at the command position offers a better sense of stability. By
implement the command position you are less likely to be caught off
guard -- you will feel more in control and less vulnerable to
fluctuations that life can present.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two chairs in the command position - a non-confrontational angle adds and ease to the room.</td></tr>
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The way this house is situated, nestled in the mountain, with clear visibility all around, and facing a body of water, is a prime example of good Feng Shui placement. The mountains particularly are the key factor in this setting. They are behind the house, serving as a fortress against unwanted visitors or unsavory weather conditions. giving the residents a sense of security. In the past, when we lived closer to the land and <i>from</i> the land directly, securing property took on a different meaning than it does today, but our human psychology has remained. The mountain represents safety of a most primal kind, and because it is of nature and the earth, it resonates with a most basic need to be sheltered. <br />
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The water in front of the house is equally auspicious. Water represents money in Feng Shui, and can be a very tricky element if not managed properly. But in this case, what looks like a small pond, is well positioned. From what the picture is showing, the size of this body of water is proportionate to the size of the house. There may be a tributary to the right of the frame, in which case the water takes on another factor. To have water near one's home represents good money chi. Important footnote regarding water that is still: it must be kept clean at all times. -S.C.-Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-24552998173323238632013-02-18T13:09:00.002-08:002013-07-10T15:21:39.403-07:00Clearing Clutter for Our Spiritual Well-Being<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>by Sharda Chaitanya</b><br />
<br />
In a
recent dialogue with a fellow traveler on the <span style="font-size: small;">spiritual path</span>, we
discussed what it meant to clear out our physical space, the place where
we dwell. We both had gotten the sense that a sort of detailed
cleaning was in order. Not necessarily Spring cleaning, which is more
like a "hafta do". But a kind of wellness cleaning, done more with a
sense of finishing up old business.<br />
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It made me realize
that as I prepare for<span style="font-size: x-small;"> <span style="font-size: small;">what I anticipate to be an eventful 2013</span></span><span style="font-size: small;">,</span> I have to do some fine
tuning. I want to further lighten the load of debris in order to give
myself that feeling of freedom. As a Feng Shui consultant, I can
assure you that I don't do clutter. Never have. Even in college, before
settling down at the kitchen table with my Selectric Typewriter to work
on a paper, I had to clean the entire apartment in order to concentrate
on anything. If I needed to study, I couldn't have any distractions.<br />
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Removing
excess material possessions, objects and accumulated memorabilia from
one's home (or garage, or attic or from under the bed) is very important
for a variety of reasons. In any Feng Shui practice, getting rid of
clutter, junk, useless accumulation of memorabilia, etc, is the absolute
first step for creating change. In fact, if you implement any Feng
Shui changes without first clearing clutter, it stands to reason that
nothing much will happen. That's because the flow of chi in the space
is terribly blocked by clutter. And if the only thing you did was to
clear clutter, then you have made an enormous improvement in the flow of
chi of the space.<br />
Which brings us to the reason we need
to clear clutter -- cleanliness and order create an environment of
harmony and flow. <i>All the stuff in our lives reflects back to the time that it represents. </i> And if we are eager to move <i>forward</i> into higher frequencies of existence, then we need to let go of the past. <span style="color: #4c1130;"> The <span style="color: black;">frequency of energy in a space is simply the vibration - the denser the vibration, the muckier the feeling it gives us. The higher the frequency, the lighter we feel; we can focus more easily because our immediately surroundings are finely tuned.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Flow</b></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b>.</b></span>
Not only does it represent the past, but the actual physical-ness of
the stuff has its own energy. Unless we are using it, it is not a bad
idea to let it go. Because not only is it taking up space in our homes,
apartments, lofts, offices or automobiles, it is taking up space in our
minds. <span style="font-size: small;">If yo<span style="font-size: small;">u are a </span></span>serious students of meditation, for example, clearing the mind is key
to a healthy meditation practice. But this rule applies to anyone. Much of the stuff that is creating
clutter holds us
back as it takes up space in our psyche, our subconscious, our
emotions. We should wish to move away from that which no longer exists
because it runs the risk of becoming a hardened callous on our personal
timeline. If it no longer serves our higher good then it is time to
reconsider its value. <br />
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Perhaps
the biggest reason for holding onto stuff is sentimentality, we have
grown attached to that part of our history. There is a part of us that
thinks we "should" keep that possession forever. When I let go of
something that has been sitting in the drawer for way too long, and is
from a time that was positive or loving, I always think that I am simply
getting rid of the thing, and not the goodness or the love or the
beauty from that time, <i>And the more I clear my physical space, and thus
my mind, the more I am allowing myself to be in the present</i>. I want to
be in the NOW more than anything, so I do what I can to facilitate
that. The more I am in the NOW the less the past oppresses me. And if I
am not oppressed by the past, then my future looks bright and
unobstructed. I can move more freely, unconfined by a definition of me
that resides in the old paradigm.<span style="font-size: large;"> <b>Harmony.</b></span><br />
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It's
a beautiful thing to have our surroundings reflect who and what we
are. We should be proud and joyful for what we have accomplished and
earned. Having symbols of important and precious times in our journey
here supports who we are and what goals we hope to achieve. So long as
what we display around us conveys positive imagery and evokes positive,
uplifting Chi. This then would be the opposite of clutter. Clutter is
stagnant. It is trapped energy that creates an environment of lethargy
and carelessness. When we clear stagnation we are shifting into a
vibration of unencumbered clarity. Removing that which has lost its
usefulness makes room for the new.<br />
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Which is what is
desirable if we want to contibute to the world around or just our own - we want to
make room for more light and more guidance and more wisdom. But we
must start somewhere. Clearing up our environments actually supports our
material and spiritual path, one that is unobstructed and easy to traverse. As you
find yourself hauling stuff away, bless it and thank it. Let the
energy move on into the vast universe to be transformed into light, and
feel the freedom.<br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3867761797562870141.post-44231818617134855032013-02-18T12:41:00.001-08:002013-07-10T15:20:03.967-07:00How thoughts become things. A Pillow, for instance.<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><i><span style="font-size: 12pt;">by Sharda Chaitanya</span></i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">There are a ton of
books on Feng Shui and ten times more than that on the power of prayer, the Law Of Attraction and how to manifest our dreams and wishes. And it is only
fitting - the topic is endless and seems never to get old. The
over-arcing lesson of LOA is to teach us to become first, aware of our thoughts.
And secondly, to refine them so as to allow for our desire to come forth into
manifestation.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">For those of us who
meditate, controlling what and how we think is an important concern.
Meditation, the initial aspect anyway, is about controlling the vrittis, the waves
of thoughts that come in and out on a regular basis all day long. We understand
the power of thought and the actual vibration that is attached to differing
thought-forms. And so what we think AND what we do (because action is
thought, externalized) carry a unique vibration. In the parlance of Feng
Shui, it is the quality of the Chi which determines the effect of any given
action. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I am of the opinion
that Feng Shui is prayer in action. For me, this is most intriguing; that
is, deciphering the "how" behind the "what". The use
of color, or placement of a object or use of a particular element all
have a reason behind them. There is a part of the Feng Shui teachings
that require that we remain silent about what we do when we infuse a cure into
a space. In much the same way that one cannot, so the wisdom goes, spurt
out advice or information unless in the right and respectful circumstances that
have requested our help and knowledge. And this applies not only to Feng
Shui, but to whatever method of healing or wisdom we want to share with
others. One must be willing and ask to receive in order for the healing
or knowledge to have effect. Ergo, a large part of the effectiveness of a
cure is the recipient's <i>desire</i> for results.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">When we perform Feng
Shui we are asking, soliciting really, the universe, the power of the
omnipresent Chi, for something to change in our life. Or for assistance,
or to end something, to start something, or whatever our heart wishes at that
time. With the implementation of the Feng Shui action, we are
demonstrating, in full 3-dimensional reality, that we want <i>this</i> to work
for us. (I need to point our that so much more goes into making Feng Shui
work, the topic is massive. This is just for openers.) When we
apply Feng Shui cures, like any prayer, we are opening ourselves up to
receiving. We open our home, office, business, or any desired
undertaking, and our hearts, to Source. We are asking for attention in a
manner much like ritual or an offering to the gods. When done with
reverence and humility, we are sealing our part of an agreement which
perpetuates the cycle of giving and receiving.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The following story
of the pillow is not about Feng Shui. Not directly, at least. But
it made me think of it more deeply, as I am always referencing such events to
the unseen mechanism of Feng Shui. With that, let me tell you what
happened.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I've been working on
a piece of fiction that involves a character that I could say is my
alter-ego. Not big news that a writer should place him/herself at the
center of a story. But it is some of the most fun I have and I suggest it
as a wonderful and creative form of expression and indulgence. When out
and about in the world I find my character reacting or doing funny or unusual
things that are, well, fitting for her...</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Like the time she was in the coffee
shop enjoying the cozy furniture while sipping a hot cup of joe. She
looked up from the book she was reading, a 1,000-page novel, and took notice of
the setting, particularly the chairs and sofa into which everyone seems to have
melted. But, she thought, there are no pillows here. The character
contemplates the whys and wherefores of that - perhaps giving it a bit more
thought than necessary. </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">She
decides to buy a pillow and leave it on the sofa at the cafe. She brings
a friend along when she goes to the cafe and leaves it there. Her friend
of course inquires as to why she could possibly be doing this. She
explains that it's fun: now each time she comes to have coffee and read,
she will see how each person is enjoying the pillow.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Etc, etc. You
get the idea. So here I was thinking about this pillow through the narrative
of the character. Needless to say, the idea came to me when I was at my
usual spot having coffee and reading, and where they recently replaced all the
old furniture. Sans pillow. No pillows here! But there never
were pillows here, so what does it even matter to me? (Being a Feng Shui
person, these are the kinds of things that take up space in my brain.)
About a week later, after working the character's action into the story, I went
to the cafe and sat where I always do. Feeling lucky when it is
available, I noticed the area was almost empty. I sit down, get myself situated
and look over at the couch that mirrors the one I am sitting in. Behold,
placed nonchalantly on the sofa is a brand new pillow!!! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I was stunned, to say
the least. All thoughts left my mind. I felt wonderful and
wonderfully validated. One's normal reaction is to say, "I couldn't
believe it". But I COULD believe it. I realized that my
character, and her friend, and her rationale for putting a pillow there were
the energy, the thought-forms, that went into my finding an actual pillow in
the actual place. The images and emotions of the story in my head were
real, vivid enough to think it could happen.<br />
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I knew it meant something for me. It was a sign: "keep doing
what you're doing". Stay positive, stay in a vibration of love and
unity and keep the visualization of a healthy and enlightened planet always in
your prayers. And it was an affirmation that what I have been asking for
is being answered, even if I can't see it right now. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Because if this is
what can happen on a small scale, think about the bigger ramifications.
There's no limit to what we are capable of. In each moment the pulsations
of energy we emit are being received, so why not make them large and amazing
and filled to the brim with brilliance and awe? I can let go now.
It is so clear that I what I am communicating, either in thought or action, is
coming back to me. So wish the best for yourself and the world.
Then sit back, propped up by a pillow, and expect a miracle. </span> </span></div>
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