Got Feng Shui? Open Your Doors To Life Energy!

Summer's approaching - guests are arriving! What better time to make sure your home has a truly welcome feeling? Decorators and real estate agents call it “curb appeal.” In Feng Shui, we refer to the “gateway of ch’i” which brings beneficial life energy into your home, creating a pleasant and harmonious feeling both inside and out. Following these principles will help you “welcome” your ch’i like an honored guest.

A feng shui-enhanced front door. Image courtesy of MorgueFile/jade

Is your entryway bright, inviting, and easy to find, or is it dark, hidden, and foreboding? Why not take some time to spruce up the doorway for your special guests - and your ch'i. Here are some tips for inviting life energy into your home:

• The ideal path to your front door is curved or meandering. If the walkway is straight or angular, you can soften it by adding a border of flowers.
• Can your guests find you? Make sure your house numbers are easily visible and the entry is well-lit at night, without being glaring.
• Red is the color of happiness and life energy. Use touches of red near your doorway. A flowerpot or plantings of red geraniums are great for the summer; winter holiday decorations traditionally incorporate red.
• Wind chimes are wonderful near the front door. Every breeze produces soothing sound and motion that attracts ch'i.

After making these changes, step outside and take a look at your front door. Approach it from the street as if you, yourself, were visiting for the first time. You should feel a new sense of openness, an "aahhhhhhh" sensation. Your surroundings are now filled with life energy. And your guests will feel welcome, too!
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And so starts a series of posts about Feng Shui that I've had in mind since forever. I'm pleased to share with you more Feng Shui observations and pointers over the coming months. I'm now also sharing my experience at SFGate online magazine. Here is my latest article: How to Decorate Asian-Themed Designs for Bedrooms with feng shui pointers for your bedrooms. Click here for more information about my Feng Shui consultations and other energetic services.

Friday Finds: Inspirational Gifts at Zazzle

Everyone needs a little inspiration from time to time, and Zazzle's Inspirational Gifts are just the thing! Whether you want serious or light-heartened, sports-themed or everyday, you're sure to find the perfect inspirational quote to make your day!

Surfer Girl with Fitness Goals! Print by GreatMindsThinkFit

Sunset DESIDERATA Posters by jan4insight

Life is too short to be anything but happy. coffee mugs by VectorGraphics

Be Kind Inspirational Words Mousepad by lilanab2

First Eclipse Cycle of 2013, and the energy is The Cave

The first lunar eclipse of the year occurs on April 25 at 1:57 pm Mountain time. It's followed by a solar eclipse on May 10 at 6:28 pm, and a final lunar eclipse on May 24 at 10:25 pm. Eclipses are intuitively powerful times that assist us in shaking off the old patterns, manifesting our intentions, and envisioning the next step forward on our journey. My reading of the intuitive energy pattern for this eclipse cycle indicates that we can make headway in developing our inner strength and resources by accessing the prevailing archetype of  The Cave ~

Datura Cavern Print by jan4insight

The Cave represents the fulfillment of inner resources and insight. This allows to stay in balance as we work through our challenges. It's not about hiding in your Cave, but rather having a place for refuge and regrouping within the self, where you can go to process the lessons you've gained from interaction with others. We'll be buffeted by winds of change in this time period, and see opportunities beckon us along the way. The Cave, representing our insight and inner resources, will be our storehouse of resilience as we journey through this cycle. Don't forget to replenish your cave by taking sufficient "me time" as you embark on your summer adventures!

Would you like to have a forecast of your personal energy cycles? My intuitive readings will help answer your questions and illuminate your path - and are now available by e-mail!. For information and to request a reading,  click here, or send a message to burchjan@gmail.com. Use the tabs above  for more information about my intuitive services.

Friday Finds: Marvelous Monograms on Zazzle

Here is a small sampling of the marvelously monogrammed products on Zazzle. There is such a variety that you're sure to find the right size, style and color for you. Many are even customizable ~

 

Quatrefoil Navy Blue and White Pattern Monogram Vibe iPhone 4 Cover by SocialiteDesigns
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Monogram Damask Necklace by pmcustomgifts
Make a custom silver pendant at Zazzle.

 

Decorative Monogram Mug by wrkdesigns
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W Monogram Earthlight Medallion Canvas Bag by TheInitialShop
Look at other W earthlight medallion Bags at zazzle.com