Just today, I am working with a client that has asked me to help her create a peaceful home. With two small children and a new, very busy career, this is definitely challenging, but there are some environmental tips, incorporating feng shui ideas into your home: 1. Incorporate natural colors wherever possible, such as earth […]
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Environmental Psychology
Environmental psychology(EP) is the study of the impact of the environment on human beings – environments that include nature, buildings, as well as urban spaces. Its origins are unknown but is said to have surfaced sometime in the mid-twentieth century. A multi-disciplinary approach, EP engages research psychologists, and geographers, architects, economists, policy makers, educators and […]
What is Red String?
WHAT IS RED STRING? What is the red string all about? Red is a very auspicious (favorable) color in Chinese culture. It is said to not only ward off evil but to infuse the feng shui “cure” many thousands of times with fortunate blessings. It is meant to magnify your intentions, so placing with prayers […]
How Do You Attract Chi?
In my last posting I wrote about chasing chi away. So, now I thought I’d address how to attract good chi. The other day I was driving past my local bank and saw these pinwheels! What fun! And what a great way to attract positive chi. The bank manager must have known it. It was […]
Are You Chasing Positive Chi Away?
In a conversation I had the other day my friend brought up his aunt’s living room and how she STILL has plastic covers on her sofa and chairs and she even has a stanchion rope and posts to block off the room! The message is clear: Keep out! After we had a good laugh about […]
Question: Door and Window Feng Shui
Hello Maureen! I enjoy reading your blog. First question: I am moving to a new apartment and stay on the 3rd floor. The front door of my apartment is facing another apartment, bang opposite each other. Is this bad feng shui, will the chi wonder which home to go to? Can I do anything to remedy this? Does this […]