The phrase “You are what you eat” has been around since 1826, believe it or not. The meaning is two-fold: (1) that the food we eat is a reflection of our state of mind and health; and (2) that to be fit and healthy we need to eat good food. The better health we have the better choices we tend […]
Feng Shui Education
Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra and Feng Shui
Learning a Buddhist mantra at first felt strange. Being raised in the Catholic tradition I went through a spiritual revolution of sorts. Disenfranchised with organized religion I became committed to following a spiritual path. I found myself drawn to Buddhism and its perspective on having your own experience with the Divine. Not to accept any […]
Spiral Stairs in Feng Shui
Spiral stairs are a feng shui no-no. Ever wonder why? Everything in our homes is a metaphor for the unconscious. Makes sense when we think about artwork, but architectural details of our home? Yes, because we were drawn to this home specifically over all over homes. Stairs symbolize the Water Element – it channels the […]
Feng Shui Coaching
Helping my clients during feng shui consultations I saw that there was a need for a longer-term relationship. Some clients were going through major life transitions, like changing careers, moving house, becoming an empty nest, or starting life over after a divorce, among other things. They asked for more guidance as they moved through the shifts […]
How to Create Your Own Feng Shui Altar
When I do consultations I always create a special feng shui altar for my clients. And often, my clients ask me “how do I create an altar for myself?” It can be both a very simple and profound addition to your life. Here are some tips on how do create a feng shui altar for […]
How to Apply the Feng Shui Bagua Map
One of the tools we use in feng shui is called the Feng Shui Bagua Map (which literally means, eight areas). Each of these areas represent a significant area of lives, including family, career, wealth, and relationships. Our homes are energetically-connected to our bodies and our lives. This connection influences us at a profound level. […]