Giving, Doing What’s Right, Gratitude
National Philanthropy Day falls on America Recycles Day – two days of doing things for no personal gain. And what a concept: doing good just because it’s the right thing to do. I can tell you I’m VERY grateful for that concept. In Feng Shui, you bring balance to your life by looking at your surroundings, your space, your perception, your internal gauges all in an assessment to keep what’s working for you and to let go of what is keeping you from living the life of your dreams. So...
Read MoreNative Americans Day
Native Americans Day is honored the second Monday in October, this year on October 12 – and yes, Virginia, that IS Columbus Day – the day a certain Spaniard did not discover America in 1492. And no, I have no special feelings about THAT history lesson. And to dispel that grief, here’s a really beautiful way to welcome a Native American tradition of a Smudging Ceremony, or a cleansing for your home. You will need a sage bundle for this cure (you can also use incense sticks). And...
Read MoreHappy Fall Equinox
Happy Fall Equinox!!! Today is the Autumnal equinox, better known as the first day of Autumn or Fall. And what a brilliant time to Feng Shui. Time to clean your front door, windows, floors, walls, and ceilings to welcome in the chi of the season. (Spring cleaning isn’t just for the Spring.) And what is more powerful way to add some Feng Shui love (and light) than to energize the water you use to clean with sunshine! You’ll have to plan ahead and soak the water in sunshine at least 3 hours...
Read MoreEarth Overshoot Day
Today, August 13th, is Earth Overshoot Day AND my wedding anniversary. Happy anniversary, my husband!! That said, what is “Earth Overshoot Day”, also known as “Ecological Debt Day” you ask? It’s the day that we, the world’s population, have exhausted a whole calendar year’s supply of natural resources in less than a year. Global Footprint Network describes it as the “point in the year when humans have exhausted supplies such as land, trees and fish and outstripped the planet’s...
Read MoreJuly Horoscope
We have been in the sign of Cancer, the Crab, since June 21 and will be onward to July 22. Cancer is a water element sign – how fun for the summer time? The sun, the beach, the sand? A time for cooling our toes in the cool, relaxing, flowing water. Following yesterday’s new moon, it only seems right to mention that the ruling planet for Cancer-born babies IS the moon. It’s a week of moon-related Feng Shui. Onward to the other great details about the Crab? The traditional...
Read MoreHot & Spicy Feng Shui
Horseradish month is July – and how fitting the hot veggie root is featured in one of the hot summer Fire Element months. But in Feng Shui, horseradish is a Metal Element food. Why? Because it represents the spicy taste – no wonder I love hot and spicy food as a Fire Element. (See how these Elements intertwine to assist and build upon each other?) Metal foods dispersing sluggish energy and promote circulation. Plus Metal benefits damp dispositions – and who’s not feeling a...
Read MoreCeltic Tree Month of Holly
The Celtic Month of Holly, The Ruler, began on July 8th and runs through August 4th. Holly is considered one of regal signs and are natural leaders. You are drawn to power, ownership, take on challenges easily, and overcome obstacles with ease. You flow with ease over and around obstacles to meet your goals and so not see defeat as a negative. It simply gives you reason to redouble your efforts. And although you love to compete, you can get to carried away especially when it’s just ‘fun...
Read More3 Amazing Events Day Feng Shui
Global Forgiveness Day and Chocolate Day are both noted today along with Tanabata, the “star festival” of Chinese lore. Forgiveness, chocolate, and a star alignment – who knew such different things could exist together? So let’s look at the customs surrounding these three things to get some Feng Shui perspective. Forgiveness custom: Ho-o-pono-pono, “I’m sorry, please forgive me, I love you, thank you”. Love always works. Chocolate custom: eat, smile, repeat....
Read MoreCeltic Month of Oak Zodiac
We are coming down to the final days of the Celtic Month of Oak, The Stabilizer, which runs June 10 – July 7. And as you can guess, the characteristics of Oak is strength, protection, and being the voice for those who do not have a voice – what else could come from the mighty Oak’s energy? Oak is like the ultimate crusader of modern times and the voice of the underdog. Those born under the Oak are nurturing, generous, helpful, confident and super positive. You share your...
Read MorePlastic-Free Day of Feng Shui
“International Plastic Bag Free Day” is July 3rd and a reminder that every time we take a new plastic bag from our favorite retailer, we fail to use our beautiful, reusable bags that lower the toll that plastics take on our environment. Here’s some statistics that may help you remember to take those reusable bags with you next time – or take those extra steps to go back to the car and grab them. “Plastic bags remain in the world for anywhere from 100-500 years before finally...
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