A question from one of my web visitors: Maureen, I am interested in purchasing a bejewelled Tiger figurine for my home. Is the bejewelled tiger statue good luck in feng shui? Where should I place the tiger in my home to bring me good luck? Can you please provide the true meaning of […]
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It’s Not “Feng’d”
I've had my share of teasing in my household. When I say I don't like a building or space, both my husband and son have to make comments such as "it's not feng'd" or "it's not shui'd". But I have the last laugh, because they are using feng shui in their language and are […]
Myth: Feng Shui is a Religion
During my years as a feng shui practitioner I have had many responses to my profession. Some say, "doing feng shui is against my religion," or "isn't feng shui is a religion?" First, let's fix this myth: feng shui is not a religion. Second, I'll tell you why some may feel this is so: […]
Myth: Feng Shui is Asian Design?
The words "feng shui" evoke an Asian-inspired or even Zen-like scene. But it doesn't have to be so. In fact, most good feng shui spaces do not have Asian decor. You can blend feng shui principles with any design, such as country, contemporary, eclectic, or even post-modern. By designer Kenneth Brown, this modern […]
What is Chi?
Chi is the primordial life force energy of the Tao, the way of the universe, and “is the essence in all creation,” says Eva Wong in Feng Shui:The Ancient Wisdom of Harmonious Living for Modern Times. Those knowledgeable about eastern thought and it’s disciplines such as the physical arts of tai chi and chi gong, […]
Looking at Your Property with Yin & Yang
Yin and yang is an eastern idea that has to do with complementary opposites. It's all about balance. Yin and yang are present in everything in the universe and their dynamic balance creates harmony and well-being. A feng-shui home will have yin and yang in balance. The front of the home should be more yang […]