Q: Hi Kathryn! My husband and I are doing some earthquake preparations out here on the west coast. The booklet suggests we have a pair of boots under the bed for quick evacuation should this happen while sleeping. I heard it was bad feng shui to leave shoes and boots under the bed, especially for a long time. What do you think? Amy A: You are correct! Leaving boots and shoes under the bed is a no-no! The rational in…
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The Powerful Influence of Deep Water A large majority of our senior population are water-people. The majority of ‘deep water’ individuals are hard workers and have experienced many of life’s hard lessons. In earlier years, they may have been a strong earth or metal element; a sensitive nurturer or a technical whiz in their profession. Now they bring a plethora of knowledge to any situation. Experience has shaped their philosophy and we can look to them for guidance and…
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I tried this in the 70 and 80’s. The motive: if I really, really thought about being rich, would I actually become rich? Well, it was worth a try! Another mantra that was popular back then: “If you think like a millionaire and act like a millionaire, then eventually, you will become a millionaire!” How many of us bought into that one? (Right up until the first Visa bill came in!) The word ‘rich’ is a term defined by each…
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ASK KATHRYN Notes about Numbers Question: How do numbers work in feng shui? Do these numbers work the same as Chinese Fortunes or horoscope? I heard that number 4 is a bad number. Answer: Numerology is a separate science from feng shui, but many of these core facts are related and put into play. This knowledge can reinforce or help with a task or validate a decision. Each number has aspects similar to the Five Elements Cycle in feng shui,…
Read MoreSome days, like today as I write this, it is really difficult to crawl out of bed. The snowdrops are poking their heads up but the sunny mornings are still so far away. In these dark and gloomy months we need to take care of ourselves. Being in charge is important in feng shui; so make something happen. I like to share a few things that could make you smile today. Have lunch with someone who makes you laugh. Buy…
Read MoreIt should be fun meeting new people over the holidays, but socializing can be stressful for many people. So develop a strategy first and do your homework: assess your own ‘things I like to do’ list and know which activities and personalities that best support your energy. Whether you are looking for dates or new friends, ask these few questions at your next gathering; the answers will tell you a great deal about someone. You can figure out if there…
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Riding out the Drought Imagine that you are settled into your business: you have a game plan, doing what you need to do, following what the clients’ needs are… and something changes. Your cash flow gets interrupted and there’s been a shift in the industry. The leads have dried up and a few related businesses have died on the vine. You’re still okay, and you are still standing. But what happened? Hmmm. It’s time to look around. And, you are…
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This ‘Harry Potter’ office needs help with feng shui! Ask Kathryn Hi Kathryn, Thanks for taking the time to look at my office. I work in Toronto at an administrative building close to the U of T. The buildings are old, old, old and sliced into skinny offices with high ceilings; think of the Harry Potter series with dark wood, heavy trim and windows up about 16 or 20’. My office is only 10-12 feet wide and about 30’ long…
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Q: Hi Kathryn. I purchased a suit at the Thrift Store and my girlfriend says it is creepy. Could this have a hex on it or something? How can a suit be creepy? A: When purchasing anything previously-owned you inherit predecessor-chi. Chi-energy comes in many forms. When the previous owner is not around for evaluation, you gamble with that energy. We all make purchases ‘in good faith’, and we expect the seller to meet that same standard. Whether we…
Read MoreOMG! How do those boxes in the closet expand over the years? When you feel frustrated trying to get ahead, clearing clutter with feng shui can help you find space for new opportunities. The spiral begins when you procrastinate. Do you want to start moving? Clutter can happen in so many forms: physical, mental, and emotional. Then, it can morph into specifics of: closet, drawers, desk, pet stuff, in box, out box, recycling, laundry, purses, cars, general cleaning… and so…
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