Real Life: Case Alexis* THE CALL Alexis called me because she felt overwhelmed with her life. She wasn’t sleeping well, so she moved into the spare bedroom. She was dealing with an audit at work and felt chronically unorganized and non-productive. After a visit with Alexis, we arranged things to help her sleep, and then, we uncovered a few other hidden issues in her home. When Alexis called me for a chat, and told me her story, she…
Read More
We learn as children in school, or organizations like girl guides and scouts, that doing ‘good deeds’ is a good thing; but these lessons go much further in life. When we do something ‘nice’ for someone, it doesn’t have to be a big deal. The little things such as opening a door for someone, reaching for something off the top shelve, offering encouragement, carry a package or even a smile can brighten someone’s day! One of ‘The Five Lucks’ in…
Read More
Q: Hey Kathryn, I’ve just moved and I was looking at ways to rearrange my living room to use more feng shui. Do you have a book on living rooms and kitchens? Thanks, Deni A: Hi Deni! Thanks for your note. Interesting enough, when a home has ‘good feng shui’, it has the ‘feeling’ of grounding, peace, safety, balance and harmony. In many cases, it can be almost undetectable! My personal book focuses on offices and careers, ‘Practical feng Shui…
Read More
Once upon a time there was a Shepherd... A Shepherd was herding his flock in a remote pasture when suddenly a brand-new BMW advanced out of the dust cloud towards him. The driver, a young man in a Bronti suit, Gucci shoes, Ray Bay sunglasses and YSL tie, leaned out the window and asked the shepherd, “If i tell you exactly how many sheep you have in your flock, will you give me one?” The shepherd looked at the…
Read More
We all have one. It could be an old trunk, a drawer or even a shoe-box where we keep our treasures hidden from site. In fact many of our ‘treasures’, known as photos, jewels, heirloom knick-knacks, insurance papers and deeds, are package up and rarely seen. There are often news stories about people running from a burning house clutching these rare-to-be seen items in their hands. More recently, a woman ran out of her burning house safely with her…
Read More
The Family: An ‘Area of Life’ I don’t usually write about. This auspicious area has the strength to improve relationships with those close to you; affecting family, friends, relatives and coworkers (different kind of family) This is an area-of-life full of intense proportion; we should pay attention to this space! There is SO MUCH MORE to this family area! The Family Area also encompasses our heritage line and all the baggage it entails: familial or tribal behaviours, ancestral beliefs…
Read More
Q: Hi Kathryn! We will be purchasing a new queen-sized bed. I’ve read a bit online – do you have any reference material I can read? I’m assuming this: -NOT A storage bed (no drawers etc underneath) And, should it have a higher foot board? I’ve been looking for a while, and honestly, haven’t seen much that appeals to me. Thanks, Louann A: Great Question, Louann! Here are a few quick tips when purchasing a new bed! First, I’m…
Read More
How Satisfied are You with The NINE AREAS OF LIFE? Is there something out of balance in your life? Something that feels a bit odd and you can’t sort it out? ~Every change in your life can test your coping skills! Feng Shui can help you attain this balance and maneuver the energy to work for you. Many of us are so busy with work and chores we often forget about other areas in life that can help us…
Read More
In the next few months, you may find the blues setting in; waiting for spring to arrive. Hibernation can be a option for you. How could you bring some spice into your world? ~I looked up synonyms for the word ‘spice’; the top three words I liked best were interest, pizazz and enhance! Very cool, indeed! In feng shui we talk a lot about ‘enhancing your space’. ‘Enhancements’ can be as small as a bead on a blouse, or as…
Read More
When we are unbalanced, there are so many factors to sort out; and it is difficult to figure out what to eat! Many of the decisions will be based on what is available. Chinese medicine has revealed the research; it is like peeling an onion, opening new lines of insight, and then, slicing it again! Having said that, there are so many variables in a diagnosis as to what to eat. Let’s try and sort out a few things today.…
Read More
Are you a Wood, a Fire, an Earth, a Metal or a Water element?
TAKE THE QUIZ NOW
Find out how this advantage can work for you. Take my quiz to find out more!
Take the quiz now