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The Magic of Ritual and Feng Shui - by Helen and Jay James FENG SHUI: ANCIENT WISDOM FOR CREATING A LIFE OF BALANCE - by Helen and James Jay- Feng Shui - Facing and Sitting Direction for Success - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2019 from Alvin YapIn Feng Shui, the distribution of energy within a house is based on either the facing or sitting direction of the house. There are two formulas of Feng Shui that relies on the facing or sitting to demarcate the energy pattern of a house. If you get this direction wrong, it can skew your ...
Views: 1179 - Feng Shui, a mystical belief or a natural science? - by Feng Shui is a body of knowledge that has developed and grown for thousand of years. Originally, it was the exclusive knowledge of the court meteorologists of Imperial China. The meteorologist studied medicine, geomancy, astrology, and other esoteric arts. These meteorologists protected their ...
Views: 1179 - Understanding Of "Qi" - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Jon Sim"Qi" is the life-force energy that permeates the earth we reside in. It is the energy that brings life to all beings. By the law of nature, "Qi" is carried and dispersed by the wind and preserved in the water. Though it cannot be seen or heard, it is always around and surrounding us in this ...
Views: 1178 - 2008 Feng Shui Forecast - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Melissa PilgrimIn Feng Shui, January is the last month of the official Feng Shui calendar. February 5th, also called the “spring beginning,” marks the beginning of a new year and new opportunities. Those of you who have read my description of 2007 in my last June Newsletter issue (if you do not get my ...
Views: 1175 - FENG SHUI IN BUSINESS - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from Simona MaininiI have often talked about the importance of been prepared– meaning being “business prepared–“ when beginning a new business endeavor. In that sense, utilizing Feng Shui’s principles in an office or a business location is part of being prepared to eliminate ...
Views: 1175(2 votes) - The Benefits of a Composite Front Door - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Kate CritchlowIt is the belief of many that their front door is a reflection of them as the owner of the home. It is the first impression people will get of your home so quite often people will be willing to spend more than they would for other doors in the building. It is because of this that a lot of people ...
Views: 1175 - The famous Vietnamese sculptor and painter Lê Công Thành - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2018 from Eye GalleryLe Cong Thanh was part of the emeritus of South Vietnam. A graduate of the Hanoi Art School in 1962 and having studied abroad, this young sculptor artist represented, without doubt, hope for the new revolutionary sculpture movement. From his very first exhibits in the early 1970s and despite his ...
Views: 1173 - Garden Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Linda BinnsFor thousands of people, interior design involves more than just picking pretty throw pillows. A growing number of individuals across the country are exploring the ancient art of Feng Shui (pronounced “fung schway”). Those who use the principles of this centuries-old practice to guide their ...
Views: 1170 - Feng Shui Basics To Improve Your Health - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Linda BinnsThe concepts of feng shui, or where objects are placed within your home, office, or living space, impact virtually all areas of your life. How our space is arranged affects your career, your relationships, and even your personal health. The proper placement of items according to the concepts of ...
Views: 1169 - Take Control of Your Life; Take Control of Your Future - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2008 from Pat HeydlauffDoes nothing seem to be going your way? Will you ever get past those incessant nagging doubts that keep lingering in your mind holding you back? What do you do when you run into a “brick wall?” These are questions millions have faced on too regular of a basis as was the case for ...
Views: 1169 - 5 Ways to Remain a Company Asset Using Feng Shui Principles - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffAre you an asset or a liability to the survival of your company during this economic downturn? No matter who you are or what your job description is, you’ve probably thought “Am I the next to go?” You don’t have to be so worried about losing your job, if you flip your thinking. “Think ...
Views: 1166 - What Is Behind The Idea Of The Dining Table? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Annie DeakinThe dining table has become a piece of furniture that is just expected to be within each kitchen, and today there are so many different kinds to choose from that we are most definitely spoiled, especially when we look at what other people used in order to eat their meals, this of course is after ...
Views: 1165(2 votes) - Learn How To Organize Your Garage With These Simple To Follow Tips - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Walter JensenHas your garage turned into a glorified storage shed? Do you have it jam packed to the rafters with boxes and bins full of garage sale stuff, Holiday decorations, beach toys? Is it now out of the question to get a rake or shovel or maybe a edger when it's needed? Are your tools everywhere but ...
Views: 1164 - Different metals used in men rings - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2017 from Ali SheikhMen rings are made from different metals and materials. In same manner, Damascus rings for men are made from gold, silver, platinum and stainless steel materials. How far these ring materials is effective in their looks and usage, below is their information: Gold material used in men ...
Views: 1161 - Dining Tables For Your Home - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Annie DeakinDining tables come in as many varieties as there are people to choose them. First, consider the room where you are planning on placing the table, since this can affect the style you choose. Second, consider how you are going to use it to be sure you get one that can stand up to the use you ...
Views: 1159(4 votes) - Isn't Feng Shui Just About Placement? - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Pat HeydlauffFeng Shui is thought to be three to four thousand years old, originating in Ancient China. It is based on specific principles of living in harmony with your environment and your environment being in harmony with you so your life can be balanced, abundant and joyful. Out of those simple ...
Views: 1156 - Is Your Home Killing You? - by Submitted on May 08, 2008 from Nigel PercyThe biggest unrecognized threat to your health and well-being is the unseen environment you live in. I'm not talking about electricity or carbon-monoxide, but the other unseen energies which we all live with. These energies are mainly electro-magnetic in origin. As the human body is a ...
Views: 1153 - Five Ways to Feng Shui Your Outdoor Retreat - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2019 from Pat HeydlauffWhen spring arrives most people turn their thoughts to the great outdoors. Instead of visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads flowering daffodils, tulips and lilacs abound. It doesn’t matter if you live in the sunny south, are still dodging snow flakes in the north or ending the rainy ...
Views: 1152(1 vote) - Success the Result - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Candace CzarnyLove is an essential element of many people's life, without which they feel an absence of balance and harmony in their every day pursuits. The ancient philosophy of Feng Shui can bring a positive improvement to all aspects of your life, including love. Feng Shui and love may bring a sense of ...
Views: 1151(2 votes) - 6 Steps to a Proper Feng Shui Bed - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Ken LauherDuring Feng Shui consultations, clients frequently ask me to evaluate the Feng Shui of their bed and share the key factors to look for when considering the purchase of a new bed. We all know how much better we feel after a good night’s sleep. Following these tips for a proper Feng Shui bed ...
Views: 1150(1 vote) - Uttar Pradesh News LIVE, UP Election 2022: Allahabad HC urges Centre to stop political rallies amid Omicron scare - by Submitted on Dec 24, 2021 from sandeep malikUP Assembly Choices 2022 LIVE Updates The allahabad High Court on Thursday prompted the central government to stop political rallies from being held in election-bound countries amid rising cases of the new Omicron variant of Covid-19. A Bench of Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav, while allowing the ...
Views: 1150 - Dining Tables And Focal Points - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Annie DeakinWhen you use dining tables as focal points to decorate with it's a great way to come up with a look for your room. Of course you will need to get that dining table first and work out from there. So before you buy that table keep in mind the following things. They will help you avoid decorating ...
Views: 1149(3 votes) - Keeping the Clutter Away - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2006 from Christan HummelWhile professional organizers and clutter busters are the rage these days, with even Oprah and Donald Trump singing the praises of these clutter gurus, few of us realize how to keep that clutter from reappearing once we've moved it out. Do we ever really ask the question, Why does the clutter ...
Views: 1148 - Olympic Opening based on Feng Shui Principles - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2008 from Pat HeydlauffThe spectacular Opening Ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics were laid on a foundation of Feng Shui principles. Everything from the date and the location of the venue to the exact time of the opening and the torch lighting ceremony were based on a combination of principles from the Form and ...
Views: 1148 - Clutter Loves to Hide - 7 Places to Look for it! - by In Feng Shui, the first thing to do is remove the clutter. Until clutter is removed, any Feng Shui enhancements you apply will not be effective. And, if all you ever do is get rid of your clutter, you will be boosting your prosperity, improving your health and relationships, and upgrading all ...
Views: 1146 - Feng Shui For Kids - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Linda BinnsWith school out and the kids home, summer may be the perfect time to take a look at your child’s space and make the most of it using the powerful principles of Feng Shui. “Children are very sensitive and respond to the energy that surrounds them in their bed-room,” says Linda Binns, owner of ...
Views: 1146 - Feng Shui - Water Placement in Your House for Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2019 from Alvin YapAre there proper places to have a water feature at home? Yes there are. This is in accordance to Feng Shui, the Art of Placement. And you can apply some Feng Shui techniques for want of better luck too. The trick is to identify the spot where water can help to activate the wealth star of a ...
Views: 1144 - Give Your Slim Intentions Jet Fuel: Discover Your Slim Motivators - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2009 from Kathleen TumpaneIf you feel that one of the best things you can do for yourself, right now, is to commit to becoming and being slim, it is important to first identify the “sizzle” motivators. Once you know what makes the idea of becoming and being slim enticing, you can find subtle symbols to remind you of ...
Views: 1144 - Feng Shui Love Tips For The Bedroom - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2011 from Linda AvilesNot only does Feng Shui bring good luck and fortune to your home, but it can also help enhance your love life as well. The best place to begin this Chinese Art of Feng Shui is in the bedroom. Why? Because it is the one room in the house where we spend 1/3 of our lives dressing, sleeping, resting ...
Views: 1142 - Purchasing A New Dining Table Set - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Annie DeakinPurchasing a new dining table set can be the perfect way to enhance your dining area. It is important to keep a lot of factors in mind when purchasing a new dining room table. Dining tables come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. It is important to keep in mind that in order for the ...
Views: 1140(2 votes) - Selecting the Right Flooring - The Impact on You and Your Conservatory - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Sarah HainesChoosing the right flooring for your bespoke conservatory can be difficult, as there would appear to be many options available. It probably won’t come as a surprise to you to learn that the flooring you choose will make a real difference to the feel of your conservatory. Things that you should ...
Views: 1138 - Be Kind to Planet Earth 9 Ways - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2009 from Kathleen TumpaneHere are nine tips to help you be kinder to our Planet using feng shui. 1. Place paper towels in an inconvenient spot. Mine now live in a lower cabinet on the lowest shelf. This location makes me think twice, maybe three times before using a paper towel. 2. Have lots of cloth napkins, use ...
Views: 1137 - Dining Chairs And Relief For All Situations - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Annie DeakinOld dining chairs can find relief from all who dare sit on them. No matter what situation you are in, you can put together a much better look than the old chairs that are falling apart give your eating area. The replacement of the worn out chairs might be in your best interest. Repairing the ...
Views: 1137(2 votes) - The Difference Between a Soulmate and a Life Partner - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2021 from Ian MonroeHave you often wished for your soul mate for as long as you can remember? It is only part of the journey to lead you on your path to your Life Partner. What’s the difference between a Life Partner and a Soulmate? The word “soulmate” gets thrown around so loosely now-a-days that we often think ...
Views: 1136 - Home interior Tips - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2011 from veena iyerHome interiors signifies to make over of your residential area which comprises of adornment and scheming of your interiors by the means of painting, adding window covers, flooring by using granite, Italian flooring etc. Home interior designing is nothing but the amalgamation of your skills, ...
Views: 1133 - Decorating with You Own Style - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Candace CzarnyFeng Shui, very flexible art that brings out the best in your design choices by improving the flow of energy, allows you ample room to express your own personality and flair. Although implementing the ancient principles of Feng Shui to create balance and harmony in your environment, you still ...
Views: 1130(1 vote) - Managing Paper In Your LIfe - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Marilyn BohnDo you remember the days when computers were just getting started and we were looking forward to becoming a paperless society? It just didn't happen, in fact we have just as much if not more paper now than before computers. There is so much paper that comes into our homes and offices we ...
Views: 1128 - Metal Wine Racks Provide Beauty As Well As Durability - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2008 from Korbin NewlynMetal wine racks are a superior choice if you have concerns about being able to safeguard the expensive wine collection you have assembled. Naturally, the metal material that they are constructed from means they are really sturdy and will last for many decades to come. In addition to those ...
Views: 1127 - What Is Feng Shui and How Does It Work? - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Elaine Giftos WrightMany people ask me how does Feng Shui work? It's a logical question, especially since there seems to be so much mystery associated with the process. The logic is actually quite simple. Chi or energy is a life force that flows throughout our bodies and around our homes and workplaces. What ...
Views: 1125 - Design That Makes A Difference - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Annie DeakinWhen you think of design, what comes to mind? Many think of design, architecture, in particular, as merely a necessity. They don't contemplate that so much thought and skill go into the design of the structures that we inhabit, daily. Design doesn't have to be stark and bleak, it can be ...
Views: 1123(2 votes) - Fireplaces: How To Find The Model That Suits Your Needs - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2009 from Annie DeakinIf you have been looking for fireplaces to put in your home, you will see that there are a great number of different makes and models. You will also notice that they can use different types of fuel as well. Because the kind of fuel influences what the fireplace needs for proper installation, you ...
Views: 1123(1 vote) - Chinese Astrology & Feng Shui – Earth Pig Grand Duke Year 2019 - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2019 from Alvin YapCome 4th February 2019, the Chinese will usher in the solar New Year of the Earth Pig. It heralds the arrival of Li Chun or spring in the Chinese solar calendar. This is when the energy of the earthly stars will circulate in a property within a defined pattern according to Flying Stars Feng ...
Views: 1122 - Building Backyard Ponds - Big Business For Landscapers - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2008 from Korbin NewlynAs more and more people are starting to search for ways to improve their landscaping beyond the area of simply greener grass with shrubbery and flower beds, building backyard ponds is furnishing landscape companies with a whole new aspect of the business. Homeowners are beginning to ask about ...
Views: 1121 - 5 Great Ways to Decorate Your Kitchen - by Submitted on May 20, 2020 from Katie GordenA kitchen doesn't have to be boring. You could make changes to make it your own. The following are five ways the kitchen can be decorated that you should consider if you want to spice things up a bit. 1. A Paint Job One simple thing you can do to decorate your kitchen is to paint it. Try to ...
Views: 1119 - Picking Out Your Dining Tables - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2009 from Annie DeakinPicking out dining tables, well it's a bit more complicated than you may think. With different types of tables, sizes, shapes, and many other things you have to think about before you buy one. You can't simply pick up any old table and throw it into the room anymore, not if you want to have a ...
Views: 1118(2 votes) - Are You Committed to Your Clients? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Laurie BornsteinAre you committed to your clients? Seems like an obvious question with a simple answer-yes! But are you really committed? Do you ever find yourself resenting your clients? Maybe they call too often. Maybe they call at inconvenient times. Maybe they seem to make too many demands. Or, ...
Views: 1117 - Lighting Your Home for Health - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Candace CzarnyPartly as a result due of how it is represented in the media, Feng Shui is frequently considered a somewhat mystical or mysterious idea difficult to study or to substantiate. Laboratory research, however, indicates that some aspects of Feng Shui actually do have a proven positive effect on ...
Views: 1115(3 votes) - Feng Shui - How to live for success in a high rise building - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2019 from Alvin YapFeng Shui can be applied to both landed property and high rise buildings such as office towers and condominiums. Feng Shui is about availability of space and flexibility for renovation. With a landed property, you have more leeway to undertake major renovation based on Feng Shui recommendations ...
Views: 1112 - CHINESE ASTROLOGY – THE EARLY AND LATE HOURS - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2019 from Alvin YapBased on Chinese Astrology, a person’s date of birth is divided into 4 heavenly stems and 4 earthly branches. Together they make up the four pillars of destiny which is a branch of Chinese Astrology known as BaZi. The four pillars hold the 4 heavenly stems and 4 earthly branches in a BaZi’s ...
Views: 1110 - Create an Environment That Supports Success - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Laurie BornsteinWelcome to the world of working at home. The very lack of structure and a defined place to go to work can undermine our best efforts and intentions. Don’t get me wrong, working at home is a wonderful thing, you're in control of your schedule, you can dress casually…and yet….you may still find ...
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