Feng Shui Tips That Produce Tangible Results

Avoid Fear for a Healthy Halloween

Ken Lauher — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:30:00 GMT

Boo!

Is Halloween one of your favorite holidays?   I’m a huge fan of it, myself. Candy, cool Halloween costumes, gathering with friends for Halloween parties… I love it all, except when people scare others.

A few years ago, I purchased this mask as part of my Halloween costume. But the mask wasn’t as frightening as it was for me to sit on the porch of my friend’s house handing out candy. Why was that scary?

Women came by and handed me their babies to take a picture. My costume didn’t scare the infants and toddlers, who were too young to know any better, but I couldn’t see a thing! I had a real fear I would drop someone’s baby.

The Emotional Effects of Fright 

The emotion we feel when our friends jump out from behind the bushes at us on Halloween yelling, “Boo!” is characterized as “fright.” It’s the same chills we get when we watch a scary movie and view the scene where the evil killer jumps out at the girl entering the basement.

Fright is distinguished from fear by its sudden, unexpected nature. Fright shocks the system, alarms the spirit, and causes your chi or life energy to scatter. Since the heart houses the spirit, fright, particularly in its initial stage, primarily injures the heart.

That’s why the “good” scares we give our friends on Halloween could actually cause a heart attack in someone with a weak heart. It’s why pregnant women and people with heart conditions are warned not to ride roller coasters.

Some people seek out frights to stimulate the rush of adrenaline, but the long-term effects are not healthy.

The Dangers of Fear

If fright persists and becomes chronic fear, it moves to the kidneys and injures these important organs, as well. Persistent fear carries with it a host of additional medical problems.

The kidneys control the growth and development of bones and nourish the marrow, which is the body’s source of red and white blood cells. According to The Complete Book of Chinese Health & Healing, by Daniel Reid, “Weak kidney energy is… a prime cause of anemia and immune deficiency… The Chinese view the spinal cord and the brains as forms of marrow, and therefore poor memory, inability to think clearly and backache are all regarded as indicators of impaired kidney function and deficient kidney energy.”

Treats, Not Tricks this Halloween

Before you seek to give your friends a fright this Halloween, think about the damage it could cause – especially if you’re not the first person that evening to scare them. Reid also explains that excess fear damages a person’s kidney energy and causes that energy to descend, sometimes causing loss of bladder control. Chronic fear and paranoia can cause renal failure and permanent kidney damage.

These excessive emotional energies upset the delicate balance of yin and yang within the organ-energy systems.

This Halloween, take measures to counteract the adverse environmental energies so prevalent during the holiday. Emphasize the treats, rather than the tricks, to minimize injurious emotions to others. And cultivate your pure energy to maintain a strong defense against whatever may jump out at you on Halloween night.

Baby Nursery Feng Shui: Create A Space Full Of Health, Harmony & Happiness

Ken Lauher — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:11:00 GMT

Imagine creating a space within your home for your baby to grow and develop while being healthy and at peace.

I've consulted on many nurseries for existing and expecting parents. Here are 9 tips to consider when creating a nursery for the new baby.

1. Crib Position: The crib should be placed in the command position of the room. To be in the command position, the location should have a view of the door but not be in direct line with the door or on the same wall as the door. There are a total of three command positions for a room, view this recent article about the command position of a bed.

2. Flow of Chi: Make sure the door into the nursery can open a full 90 degrees. This may mean no coats or clothes hanging on the back of the door. Also, make sure that you can easily move around in the space and open dresser drawers and closet doors with no obstructions.

3. Color: Consider light colors to soothe and multiple colors to inspire the baby's development. Light blues, pinks and greens are recommended. Keep in mind that a bedroom and nursery are yin energy and should be created for relaxing and rejuvenating.

4. Décor: Pay close attention to what you hang above or around areas where the baby spends a lot of time. Don't place shelving above the crib or changing table as this can create a downward pressure, reducing the baby's development. There's also the potential for heavy objects or shelves to fall.

5. Lighting & Ventilation: Make sure you have enough light during each part of the day and night. Nurseries often don't have enough light, especially in the middle of the night when parents want to check on the baby. I personally recommend Himalayan Salt Rock lamps for the perfect night light. It produces soft shades of pink, peach and orange, warmly lighting a room while infusing the space with negative ions to remove pollutants and adding chi or life energy.

6. Development: To help a baby develop motor skills, consider purchasing a baby-safe mirror at the two-to-three-month stage.

7. Access: Be sure all items you use frequently - diapers, wipes, blankets, first aid essentials, etc. -- are accessible. You don't want to hunt for the thermometer in the middle of the night. Keep a stock of diapers and wipes close at hand, with extras in a convenient place. Don't place these baby essentials in awkward spots, where other items fall on you when you reach for them, or where you'll have to stretch to the back of a drawer or closet for them. This just increases frustration when the most important task is to be present for your baby.

8. Electrical Overload: Dozens of tech gadgets available today help you monitor your baby around the clock. Even so, keep electro-magnetic fields around your baby's crib to a minimum. This includes heart monitors, baby monitors, video cameras and multiple plugs within an outlet; decide which devices you really need and choose products that serve multiple purposes. Also, pay attention to what is on the other side of the wall as this can have an impact on the baby's development and sleep.

9. Parent's Room: Creating a nursery for the baby is an exciting time. When the baby arrives, the nursery can easily carry over into the parent's room, especially when a baby co-sleeps. Make an effort to keep your own bedroom for relaxation, sleep and rejuvenation without permitting the nursery to take over the room. You'll be glad!

What do you think? Do you have any other tips for parents trying to set up a nursery? Please share them in the comments below.

5 Great Ways To Feng Shui Your Bed

Ken Lauher — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 05:27:00 GMT

   During Feng Shui consultations, clients frequently ask me to evaluate the Feng Shui of their bed and share the key factors to look for when purchasing a new bed. I've found some common mistakes that people make or are making that may be having an impact on their relationships, health, wealth and more.

   We all know how much better we feel after a good night’s sleep. Review this article and bookmark it so that you can forward it along to your friends and family when they are looking to create a Feng Shui appropriate bed.

1. Let The Chi Circulate: An appropriate bed should have legs , ideally on each corner, elevating it above the floor. This allows the air and chi to circulate beneath it, assisting with the healing nature of rest. This simple act of enabling the chi to circulate under the bed can help with fertility and also health issues.

   Removing all items from under the bed also helps the chi to circulate. If you need that space for storage – perhaps because you live in a small apartment with few closets – you can store linens and clothing in well-organized boxes or a trundle drawer. Avoid storing weapons, sharp objects or anything metal underneath the bed.

   When you place the bed in the room, it should be positioned so that the chi can flow around both sides. This article explains the command position, which is the ideal location for a bed.

2. Bigger is not always better: A Queen bed is recommended over a King or California King size bed for two reasons. A King size bed leaves no room for upgrading. Since you’ve already reached the maximum level, the only way to move is downward, so your next bed might be to move to a single bed. .

   Additionally, a King size mattress typically rests on two box springs, which can suggest a separation between partners who sleep in the bed together.

 3. Get A Proper Headboard: A headboard in Feng Shui represents protection. It not only provides the possibility of a relationship, it also affects the stability in an existing relationship. The headboard should be firmly affixed to the bed frame and made of one solid piece of material, either wood or fabric. Avoid rods or headboards that split in the middle.   

   Footboard: Footboards aren’t necessary. Men typically don’t like footboards; some say it feels like being in a coffin. If you do wish to have a footboard, it should be no higher than the mattress. A taller footboard can limit your travel opportunities.

4. Sleeping in a permanent bed: Murphy beds, futons and day beds provide a temporary feeling, and therefore are recommended only for use in guest rooms.

   A four-poster bed should fit within the space. I’ve seen many beds that really require a much larger space than what they have. Canopy beds are fine –again, space permitting. They may provide an added sense of protection for some. Keep the top of the canopy clean; don’t allow it to become a dust magnet.

5. Higher price does not relate to better Feng Shui: The price of the bed is not always a reflection of good Feng Shui. One of my clients recently purchased a $20,000 bed, only to discover it provided very poor Feng Shui and could be a contributing factor in a troubled relationship.

   In other words, separate the price from the Feng Shui value of a bed. Purchase a bed that is comfortable and feels right to you. Regardless of cost, your bed should help you achieve your goal of a quality, restful night’s sleep, where you awake feeling refreshed and renewed.

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How To Use Feng Shui To Prepare For A Job Interview

Ken Lauher — Mon, 11 May 2009 07:30:00 GMT

Are you looking for a new job? Would you like to know the secrets to set yourself apart from other job candidates during the interview? If you follow some of the basic tenets of Feng Shui, you can give yourself an advantage during your next job interview.

Choose the Right Colors
The colors you wear can impact the success of your interview, and green or blue are viewed most favorably by potential employers. These colors represent growth, potential and possibilities.

Avoid wearing all black or all white as these colors can represent limited hope or possibilities. Try to avoid wearing bright red or other aggressive colors that may signal argumentativeness or hint that you may cause difficulties in a place of business.

Before the Interview 
Arrive early and spend a few minutes outside the building centering yourself in silence. Collect your thoughts and just pay attention to your breath. This moment of silence will allow you to be more grounded within the interview process and more present in the moment, able to answer questions more easily. Take nine deep breaths prior to the interview where you can visualize breathing in white light, natural light, sun light that burns up all of your negative thoughts, feelings and emotions then converts into black smoke that you release upon exhale.
 
If you have the option, position yourself in the command position during the interview. The command position:
-   Gives you sight of the door, without putting you directly in line with the door;
-   Does not put your back to the door;
-   Is not directly behind the door.

Sitting in the command position puts you in a more secure and stable state, so you’ll feel more in control during the interview process and be able to answer more clearly.

During the Interview
 During the interview process, consider the energy you’re sending out to your employer carefully. Think about expanding your aura into the room to bring calmness, confidence and sincerity to the space. This helps all those around you. Those interviewing you will sense a well-grounded, positive energy emanating from you.
 Pay attention to your body language. Be aware of what you’re feeling inside, as you may be communicating your emotions on the outside, as well. Many people, when they get nervous, make a washing machine – side-to-side – motion or fidget and move around in their chair. These movements convey nervous energy and a lack of confidence.

Attempt to mimic, at times, the body language of your interviewer. Anthony Robbins refers to this as mirroring others to build rapport and likeability.  

Post-Interview Follow-up
 After you have completed the interview, keep the chi of moving water, which represents prosperity, flowing for you by sending a note or email to those who interviewed you. Thank them for their time and add any other information that may be relevant to the conversation. In these times of e-mail communications, a handwritten message on professional-looking stationery or a note card will stand out.

Of course, always take the basic steps of preparing for a job interview. Practice the answers to common questions in the mirror and learn about the company where you applied for a job. If you are well-prepared for an interview and well-qualified for the position, following these Feng Shui tips before, during and after the interview process will give you the advantage over other candidates.

 

New Feng Shui Certified, Eco-friendly Humane Society For Pets & Humans

Ken Lauher — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 09:44:00 GMT

From the Get Acquainted Rooms that feature hand-painted murals by artist Sonya Paz, to the big room where pets and humans soon will take yoga classes together, everywhere you went during Saturday's open house at the Humane Society Silicon Valley's new 48,000-square-foot shelter in Milpitas, dogs and people alike were making a joyful noise that sounded a lot like barking. Even the woman who sat on the floor near the Cat Condos, weeping, said, "This is so wonderful. I just can't believe it."

And it was: wonderful and a little hard to believe.

The Humane Society's $25 million eco-friendly Animal Community Center is filled with sunlit "gallerias" and cathedral-like "reflection centers," in place of the cramped metal cages and pervading sense of sadness at the organization's current quarters. The old facility in Santa Clara was built in 1951, and it placed frightened, snarling dogs in the close confinement of what amounted to a cell block.

Planning for the new building started 12 years ago, when the Humane Society took stock of its "save rate" — the number of animals that came in alive, versus the number that left alive. "That number was 30 percent, and as a humane society, that just wasn't acceptable," said HSSV President Christine Benninger. "Seven out of every 10 animals that came to us, we killed."

Wonderful space

Benninger hopes to increase the rate of adoptions from 4,000 a year to 10,000 at the new building, where the bright, airy rooms and eggshell-colored walls will allow visitors and animals a better chance to bond.

One problem with the old facility, said Humane Society spokeswoman Laura Fulda, was that it reminded people of a prison. "So the more you loved animals, the sadder you were likely to find it," she said. But the only cages in the new building are those meant to contain animals that have just awakened from surgery in the center's medical center, which also will serve as a veterinary teaching hospital.

In fact, with theme park names like the Rabbitat for its bunny hutch, the new place seems almost like a petting zoo, which administrators are quick to point out is not the case.

"We have such a wonderful space, people start to think these animals don't need to be rescued, that they already have a great home," said Julia Lewis, who will run the vet facility after the official opening May 16. "We're trying to provide the best environment for the animals in a bad situation, but this is not a home for them. We want them to have a family to love them."

Positive energy

The center will be the first animal shelter in the U.S. to be certified gold under the LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system. As much as 40 percent of its energy needs will be met by solar panels that will be installed over the summer, and a reflective "cool roof" is expected to reduce the amount of air conditioning needed. The green features added $2.5 million to the cost of construction, but officials at the center expect to recoup that in savings on water and power.

The two dog parks outside — one for big dogs, one for the little guys — will not turn brown in the summer or muddy in the winter, and they don't require watering at all, because they're made of a synthetic turf that looks just like grass. The parks will have a membership fee of $200 a year and be monitored at all times to prevent altercations, and on Thursday evenings during the summer there will be live music.

The center even has a feng shui certification, which, according to Chinese beliefs means the place has a positive energy or qi. The feng shui consultant was the one who suggested making the atrium round instead of rectangular. That pleased Benninger, who said she wanted visitors to "feel the hug" of the new building. Judging by the contented panting and face-licking going on in every corner of the place Saturday, everybody was feeling it.

Source: MercuryNews.com

Feng Shui Your Office to Advance Your Career and Make More Money

Ken Lauher — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 06:39:00 GMT

In hard economic times, you need every advantage to advance in your career. But did you know that something as simple as the location of your desk and the placement of your office within the building could send you on the fast track to greater success and more money?

Feng Shui does not provide a "one size fits all" solution. It depends on a variety of factors, including how the chi, or energy, circulates within the entire space. Are you comfortable or surrounded by clutter? Do you look forward to coming to work in the morning, or do you dread sitting at your desk for eight hours (or more) a day?

These Feng Shui tips will help you create an environment in which you can feel productive, happy and successful.

1. Place yourself in a command position.
Your desk should be in the "command position." You should have a view of the room and the door without being in direct line of the door or a main walkway. Sitting in front of a door puts you in the center of rushing chi, which can adversely affect your career - you may get fired or want to quit.

It's just as bad to sit with your back to the door, where you may feel as if you are under attack by your co-workers. If you can't move your desk but are facing a wall, place a mirror on the wall, desk or on your computer monitor so you'll be able to see behind you. This puts you in a command position, where you can see what is coming at you-both literally and figuratively-in your career. It also prevents your co-workers from "stabbing you in the back."

Ideally, you should be able to walk around both sides of the desk. This encourages the chi to flow freely around the room. If one side of your desk is blocked or pushed up against a wall, it can impact your income, as well as your relationships with co-workers, customers and prospects.

2. Get you and your career unstuck.
When many people approach me about feeling stuck in their career, one of the first areas I look at is under the desk. Make sure you don't have anything, including books, shoes, a wastebasket or computer tower blocking your leg room. You should have plenty of space for your feet, without having to do a break dancing move just to sit down. Anything that inhibits your leg room could make you feel stuck in your job.

Likewise, clutter, heavy bookshelves or weighty pictures on the wall above your head can cause anxiety and pressure. The downward pressure these create may even give you headaches.

3. Open the door to opportunity.
Your door, if you have one, should open a full 90 degrees so be careful how much you put behind the door. Nothing should block a person from walking into the space. A clear doorway welcomes wealth energies into your work space and allows you to take better advantage of new opportunities.

4. Add life energy to your space.
You can apply the Bagua map, a tool used by many Feng Shui consultants to illustrate how different sections of a space correspond to different aspects of life, to your desk. For instance, the back left corner of your desk represents wealth and abundance. The back right corner represents relationships. What do you currently have located in the corners of your desk?

But even without any knowledge of the eight sectors of the Bagua, you can easily add life energy to your desk in the form of bamboo or a money tree plant. This can improve relationships in the office and amongst co-workers, as well as attracting wealth and good fortune to you.

5. Trust your instincts
When your minor adjustments are done, look around your office and consider your feelings. Are you more comfortable? Does the space seem to flow? Do any items create stress when you look at them or does your office create a calm, yet energized, feeling for you and others who enter? Do you feel productive or stagnant?

Does this help? Do these suggestions give you some ideas on how to improve your own office? I'd love to know if you have any other advice to add.

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Use Feng Shui to Enhance Your Thanksgiving Feast

Ken Lauher — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:00:00 GMT

You can use Feng Shui to create a complete sensory experience for your Thanksgiving guests even before they walk in the door. Make sure the path to your home and the entrance is well-lighted, open and inviting. This welcomes guests, as well as prosperity and abundance, into your home.

Make sure the path to your home and the entrance is illuminated. Bells on the door will greet guests with a cheerful chime. Consider all five senses as you use these additional Feng Shui tips to inspire a festive mood in your home this Thanksgiving.

Before Dinner
When guests arrive, they will be greeted by the aroma of comfort foods. Offer them a beverage and snacks, such as an arrangement of nuts and other seasonal treats. Create color balance in your display of food to enhance guests' appetites. For instance, serve beige or off-white foods in brightly-colored, festive bowls, and arrange a vegetable tray with an assortment of peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and celery to present a range of colors.

Thanksgiving Dinner
Pay careful attention to the seating arrangement. A round table, with no beginning and no end, is best, but don't worry if your table is rectangular. Position it so everyone has enough space to sit. You don't want guests pushed into a corner or feeling trapped.

Glance around the room and consider each seat. Is a buffet table or china cabinet with sharp corners pointing directly at a guest? Corners create "poison arrows" known as Sha Chi or "killing energy." In the short term, these could make the person sitting in their path feel uncomfortable. You can drape live greenery across a sharp corner to lessen the negative energy.

Arrange chairs so that no one has his back to the door. You can move the table out into the center of the room if necessary. The host should sit in the command position, which is at an angle from the entrance into the room. This position allows the host to see the door but not be directly in line with it.

Positive Energy at the Table
Unscented votive candles placed around the table create a sense of warmth and joy. A lively centerpiece of fresh flowers, pumpkins, gourds and fruit activates the energy at the table. A creative arrangement will also spark conversation. Make sure centerpieces are low to the table so they don't block your guests' view of each other and inhibit conversation.

Hanging a mirror on the wall next to the table "multiplies" your feast, encouraging abundance in the year ahead. Serve a unique dish that has significance within your family. You can also ask your guests to bring one of their own "signature" dishes and share the recipe with everyone.

Enhance the atmosphere with fun holiday music or a playlist of your guests' favorite songs. Keep music low so it doesn't interfere with conversation.

After-Dinner Activities
It's okay if everyone wants to retire to the living room and watch the football game, but consider other social activities you can enjoy while the game plays in the background. Play a board game or put together a puzzle. Remember to snap lots of photos and share them with your guests after the event.

Why not start a tradition of taking a walk outside to appreciate the scenery and the cool autumn air? After all, the practice of Feng Shui teaches us to celebrate our environment, both natural and manmade.

What Thanksgiving traditions make guests feel comfortable in your home? Will small changes to your holiday décor improve the atmosphere?

5 Ways Of Dealing With Depression Without Drugs

Ken Lauher — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:20:00 GMT

Feng Shui can be used to help alleviate depression and feelings of being "stuck," which are so common in today's society. Often, an individual just needs a gentle nudge to return to his correct path, where he can be his true self.

I should know; I've battled feelings of depression and low energy. A combination of Feng Shui, proper nutrition, exercise, meditation and re-connecting with nature alleviated my depression and placed me on a path toward fulfillment.

My career has soared. I have a stronger drive for achievement and activity and I am truly grateful and happy. As a result, I've been fortunate to help many others welcome energy, drive and the feelings of joy and gratitude back into their lives. That is my true path.

1. Feng Shui Your Space: A Feng Shui consultation may be the first step in getting "unstuck." A Feng Shui consultant can recommend ways to shift the energy of a person and space, creating amazing transformations.

When I perform a Feng Shui consultation for a client who is feeling stuck or depressed, I pay close attention to the entrance of the space. The entrance should not be blocked, which prevents energy or chi from entering the area.

I'll also take a look at the work environment, specifically under a person's desk. That part of the office should be clean, clear and permit plenty of leg room.

I often introduce life energy into a space. You can do this in your home or office by adding living plants, fresh flowers, raw fruit or moving water.

There are also specific Feng Shui cures and remedies you can employ. For instance, you can use Feng Shui Wind Chimes To Help With Depression.

2. Reconnect With Nature: It's easy to lose your connection with nature and, for many people, this leads to depression.

Don't you feel rejuvenated after spending a day at the beach or a few hours hiking in the mountains? Try to make nature a small part of your life every day. Spend more time outdoors walking, hiking, cycling or simply sitting in the park appreciating the environment.

3. Diet & Nutrition: Chronic fatigue is an indication that the body's "batteries" have run down. Resistance drops and illness or disease may strike.

Often, fatigue is caused by a critical deficiency of active enzymes in the diet and an overabundance of "dead" foods: processed, preserved and over-cooked foods, eaten in incompatible combinations.

Many fad diets literally starve cells of nutrition and energy and permit toxic wastes to accumulate in the tissues. This prevents the body from generating and directing energy for work or play, since all available energy must be used to keep the body alive.

According to The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity, denatured, processed, preserved, canned and cooked foods should compose less than 50 percent of the daily diet. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains to give your body the energy it needs and combat chronic fatigue.

Sun Ssu-mo, the Tang Dynasty Taoist physician who correctly diagnosed and cured the nutritional-deficiency disease beriberi 1,300 years ago, a full millennium before European doctors did in 1642, wrote in Precious Recipes: "A truly good physician first finds out the cause of illness, and having found that, he first tries to cure it by food. Only when food fails does he prescribe medication."

4. Proper Exercise:

"The Tao of nurturing life requires that one keep oneself as fluid and flexible as possible. One should not stay still for too long, nor should one exhaust oneself by trying to perform impossible tasks. One should learn how to exercise from nature by observing the fact that flower water never stagnates and a busy door with active hinges never rusts or rots. Why? Because they exercise themselves perpetually and are almost always moving." (Sun Ssu-mo - Precious Recipes)

In this passage, Sun Ssu-mo succinctly distills the essence of Taoist exercise principles. If we observe nature, we see that rhythmic movement is the foundation for cultivating essence and energy.

Balance and moderation are also key factors. How many times have you started a difficult or time-consuming exercise regime only to abandon it after a few weeks-or a few days? Start slowly so your early success will spark your drive to continue. In addition to structured exercise, look for ways to introduce more physical activity into your everyday life.

The Spring and Autumn Annals tells us: Essence and energy, body and breath, are indivisible: when the body does not move, essence cannot flow; when essence cannot flow, energy becomes stagnant.

Keep your essence moving like a mountain stream by practicing controlled deep breathing balanced with rhythmic physical movement. Body and breath will harmonize and vital energy will circulate to every organ and tissue in the body.

5. Meditation: Meditation purifies the mind and restores the spirit's primal powers by withdrawing all distracting thoughts and disturbing emotions from the mind. Meditation is to spirit what diet and nutrition are to essence - an indispensable tool for cultivating and conserving that treasure.

Emotions are regarded as major causes of disease in Chinese medicine. When unbridled by firm intent, they can cloud our minds and vandalize our precious reserves of essence and energy. To restore conscious awareness, one must empty the mind of all thoughts and pacify all emotions in the solitary silence and peaceful serenity of meditation.

In an article entitled "Mental Muscle" (Omni magazine, June 1992), Kathy Keeton writes:

"When the psychologists Charles Alexander of the Maharishi International University in Fairland, Iowa, and Ellen Langer of Harvard University, taught transcendental meditation (TM) to a group of octogenarians in eight Boston-area nursing homes, 100 percent of those who practiced meditation 20 minutes a day were still alive three years later, while 38 percent of their peers who did not meditate had passed on. This is reminiscent of legends of Himalayan yogis using similar techniques to live more than a hundred years...

Alexander is one of a growing body of scientists who believe that we can muster the power of our brains to stay healthy, to heal ourselves when we're sick, and, quite possibly, to extend our life expectancy."

Combining Feng Shui with proper nutrition, exercise, meditation and time to reconnect with nature will put you on the path to health, happiness, longevity, peace of mind, greater drive and ultimate success.

How many items listed above are you doing? Why not try adding a new one each week for the next few weeks? Please come back and share your results!

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Turn Your Bathroom into a Spa Oasis with Feng Shui

Ken Lauher — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:00:00 GMT

In Feng Shui, the bathroom is a sanctuary where you nurture yourself.

Does your bathroom rejuvenate you in the morning and help you relax and unwind in the evening, or does it create chaos, increase stress and promote tension in your life?

Consider the following aspects of your bathroom and implement some of the suggestions to create a spa-like experience that uplifts your energy and renews your spirit.

1. Bathroom Colors: The best colors for a bathroom include lighter shades of green, yellow, blue, silver sage, lavender, and yellow.

The bathroom already has an enormous amount of water energy represented with the sink, tub, shower and toilet. Colors that incorporate the “wood” element, such as light blues and greens, feed off the water element and create a sense of balance.

Avoid colors such as red, purple, emerald, navy, brown and black; they make the room feel smaller. Additionally, red, purple and black represent the fire (red and purple) or water (black) element, which can make the water element in the room undesirably strong.

I recently worked with a client who had a small bathroom decorated entirely in red. The room felt tight and constricting. I felt my body tense as soon as I entered. I suggested that she paint over the red with a lighter cream or white and introduce green accents in the form of a shower curtain, rug and towels. Her bathroom now feels like a lush, personal oasis that she loves.

2. Life Energy: Many homes I visit have a lot of candles in the bathroom, especially on top of the toilet tank. While it’s relaxing and romantic to soak in a tub by candlelight, candles represent the fire element, which actually strengthens the water element already in the space.

Instead of candles, bring live plants into the bathroom to balance the water element. You can even replace those candles on top of your toilet tank with a lush green plant.
Of course, you can keep candles in your bathroom. Simply store them out of sight when you are not using them, or keep only a few displayed. This change is easy and inexpensive to implement, and you’ll notice a difference right away.

3. Proper Ventilation: You want good air flow throughout your whole house to promote the flow of chi, but it is especially important to have proper ventilation and fresh air circulating in the bathroom. Run the fan when you take a hot shower so you don’t create mold and mildew in the bathroom.

4. Scents: Your bathroom experience should encompass all your senses. Small pots of fresh herbs, such as lavender, rosemary or sage, add a relaxing scent to the space, while offsetting the water element in the room. Try to avoid using air fresheners that may add toxic chemicals to the air; look for natural alternatives whenever you can.

5. Organization: What do you see when you walk into your bathroom: the curling iron, makeup and brushes scattered across the vanity? Or do you notice bath salts, folded towels, organized baskets and soothing lotions?

Consider organizing the space to display items that are pleasing to the eye. Keep your hair dryer and other styling tools tucked away out of sight. Even when they’re not turned on, these items emit electrical energy that can energize a space too much.

6. Lighting: Make sure your bathroom is well lit and that you have additional lighting options such as multiple lights or lights on a dimmer.

7. Mirrors: Bathroom mirrors should permit you to see your entire face. If the mirror is not hung at the proper height, and the image cuts off the top of your head or chin, it is slicing your energy. This can lead to problems of self-esteem or feeling “incomplete.” It’s best to have one mirror rather than multiple panes of mirrors, so the mirror does not cut your image into segments.

8. Etiquette: The toilet seat should always be down with the toilet lid closed. Do you really want that bacteria going into the air when you flush the toilet?

9. Proper Maintenance: Fix any leaking faucets and keep the fixtures clean. Dripping water is said to “drain” your wealth and can lead to financial difficulties.

These are just a few ways you can incorporate Feng Shui into your bathroom and your life. How do you feel when you walk into your own bathroom? What do you like and dislike about other bathrooms you’ve visited?

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How To Use A Feng Shui BaGua Mirror

Ken Lauher — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:39:00 GMT

If you ever visit a Chinese Souvenir shop or Feng Shui shop, you'll notice these octagonal shaped mirrors with lines (trigrams representing each section of the BaGua) painted on wood around them. Many people like the looks of them but may not know why or how you should use them.

The BaGua mirror is used to diffuse strong energy directed towards a specific point. A general guideline is that they should never be hung inside a home or business and only be used on the outside. There are special circumstances when you would hang one indoors but 98% of the time, always on the outside of a residence or business.

Examples of when to use a BaGua Mirror:
1) If your home or business is at the end of a T-Intersection,
2) if you have a corner or sharp object pointing at the front door,
3) if you are experiencing unpleasant energy from a particular area around your home or business.

It is then appropriate to hang a BaGua Mirror pointing towards that direction. Many times, if a person is having difficulty with a neighbor or receiving tension from a particular location, a bagua mirror can be hung pointing towards that direction. Individuals typically notice a shift of energy right away.

The most common position is to place it over the front door for a business or home. Keep in mind that this should be diffusing energy that you find difficult and not necessarily because you just thought it should be there because it was for sale in a store.

I recently visited a home that had 6 BaGua mirrors hanging in the bedroom and hallway. I asked the individual why and they said, I don't know, because I thought that is what you were supposed to do and I always saw them at the store so I picked up a couple.

There actually was a recent law suit in San Fransisco's China Town where a store owner was suing another store owner because they placed a BaGua mirror over their door and was pointing at their business. This is the wrong approach when thinking about a BaGua mirror. It does not necessarily reflect the energy or send energy back to that location to make them suffer but actually is a method to transform the energy and disperse the energy.

So the next time you see a BaGua mirror, don't feel that you need to purchase it for Feng Shui unless you have a specific reason for placing it.

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Ever had difficulties with a loud or noisy neighbor?

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Feng Shui Wind Chimes To Help With Depression and Laziness

Ken Lauher — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:26:00 GMT

Have you personally been feeling lazy or have been witness to someone that spends a large amount of time in bed?

Consider placing a wind chime in the center of the bedroom to uplift the person's chi. This can also be used if a person is depressed, lazy, suicidal or feeling stuck and not feeling like they can achieve anything.

The wind chime should consist of five hollow tubes that produce a clean, clear, sweet sound and should be hung from a red string. The five tubes represents the power of the five elements consisting of fire, earth, metal, water, and wood.

Would you consider hanging a wind chime in the center of a room?

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Feng Shui Colors For A Bedroom

Ken Lauher — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 14:15:00 GMT

Each week, I have numerous conversations with single men/ women and married couples on what the best color is to paint their bedroom. Of course each person or couple has their own unique style and many times I will tailor my suggestions based on the specific person, couple or space.

In general, pink is considered to be one of the best colors for the bedroom because it is the color associated with relationships. Pink is also thought of as an auspicious color combining the fire/ passion of red and the metal element of white. Pink represents love and pure feelings of joy, happiness, and romance.

Light blues and light greens are positive colors for a bedroom as well as small accent colors of red. Green represents tranquility, hope and freshness as seen in spring growth or that of a new plant or leaf.

If an individual is seeking to get married, then they may want to consider painting the bedroom pink or peach.

The color peach aligns with "Peach Blossom Luck," which represents attraction and love. A person that is single with peach blossom luck will be outgoing, social, make new friends and have numerous admirers. However, once married, consider painting the bedroom a different color as it can lead to adultery.

I typically don't recommend chocolate brown in the bedroom as it can give a heavy feeling. Some believe that it can be used to create a stable, established impression, I equate it to autumn, when leaves turn brown and fall to the ground.

Many Chinese stay away from having white blankets on their beds because it is similar to the shroud that covers the dead and fear sleep will seem like death. Although, plain white sheets or white sheets with flowers or colorful designs are fine. The use of pink or red sheets and blankets are used by those seeking to get married or by newlyweds to ensure wedding bliss.

When thinking about the bedroom, one of the most important principles is determining the placement of the bed in the command position, a power position that provides a view of the door, prevents surprise, and gives control of an environment.

Photography by Nick Johnson

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Feng Shui Master Helps Shape Cemetery Garden

Ken Lauher — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:30:00 GMT

By Christine Morente, San Mateo County Times

SAN MATEO — King Tong Chan's mother will finally rest in peace.

For three years, her bones were kept in a temporary spot inside Skylawn Memorial Park after spending nearly 10 years in a cemetery in China.

According to Chan, family members are allowed only a 10-year lease for a plot. After that ends, the bones have to be moved or cremated.

Now, his mother awaits burial at Eternity Gardens at Skylawn, a relief to the 81-year-old, who also purchased space in the cemetery garden that adheres to Feng Shui principles.

The grand opening was Thursday morning.

"It will bring fortune to my afterlife," Tong said in Chinese. Michael Wong of Pacifica helped translate.

Eternity Gardens was created to emanate prosperity for future generations.

The 9-acre cemetery is outlined in the shape of an eagle, its wings outstretched.

The powerful symbol was made to fly toward the Pacific Ocean, or eternity. At its back is the coastal mountain range nearby Highway 92.

So far, $18 million worth of space has been sold to families. Eternity Gardens would eventually encompass a little more than 6,000 plots.

"They (the Chinese) really care about the end of life, and we respond to that," said Allison Rodman, a spokeswoman for Lifemark Group, which owns and operates Skylawn Memorial Park and other funeral homes, crematories, and mausoleums in the Bay Area.

Eternity Gardens was the group's final phase of a $100 million project that also built the Lifemark Center last year.

Hong Kong Feng Shui master Eagle Wong consulted in the building of Eternity Gardens.

Feng Shui is an ancient practice that focuses on the placement and arrangement of space to achieve harmony with the environment.

Adrienne Wong, in charge of landscape architecture for Eternity Gardens, said Feng Shui masters were initially hired by Chinese emperors to determine where they need to be buried.

How that perfect spot is chosen is based on the four pillars of destiny, which is the person's year, month, day, and time of birth. The place of birth also is important.

"The Chinese believe that the soul or spirit of a person still lives and still helps the family," Wong said. "They can help for a thousand years."

Eagle Wong said the right burial site will bring a strong and beneficial energy to nourish the person buried there.

Eternity Gardens also features upright grave markers. Wong said they would work as antennas to attract the right signals, benefits and good luck from above.

During Thursday's opening ceremonies, Taoist monks from San Francisco blessed the area, and traditional Chinese lions danced to ward off evil spirits.

Lifemark is still waiting for a permit from San Mateo County to allow burials. It's expected to come next week, said Chuck Hotchkiss, general manager of Skylawn Memorial Park.

Ben Kwok of Pacifica hasn't bought a plot yet, but considers it one of his top choices because of the surroundings.

The 54-year-old wants to be buried facing east, toward Hong Kong.

"Hopefully, there's an afterlife I can see," Kwok said.

Source: InsideBayArea.com

8 Ways To Feng Shui Your Entrance For Increased Wealth And Prosperity

Ken Lauher — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:05:00 GMT

When reviewing the Feng Shui of a home, there are 3 critical areas to consider, including:

1. Main Door, Front Door or Entrance
2. Kitchen
3. Bedroom

Here is a brief clip sharing 8 ways for you to improve your wealth and prosperity by welcoming new opportunities and wealth energies.

What is the first thing you see or experience when you walk in your door? Is anything behind the door so you're not able to open it a full 90 degrees?

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Feng Shui Office of Barack Obama and John McCain

Ken Lauher — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 09:00:00 GMT

What does the Feng Shui of your office say about you? When reviewing the offices of Barack Obama and John McCain, I notice a couple of interesting factors from a Feng Shui perspective.

Barack Obama does not have his desk positioned in the command position. Meaning that his back is to the door and is difficult to see what is coming at him. Based on his office set-up though, the couch is in more of a command position. I have a feeling this may be where he spends a lot of his time listening to others and sharing thoughts.

It could also say something about how he may view his job if he were President, listening to all sides and coming up with his own view or opinion. His space allows the chi (life energy) to circulate easily throughout the space this bringing in health and opportunities.

John McCain's office has a feeling of being stuck. And based on where the seating is in the room, I imagine that those that sit in the room never truly feel comfortable or at ease in the space. And with many of the items on the desk, may represent so many ideas and a lack of focus or completion.

What do you think? Would you change anything about either office?

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A Feng Shui Consultant To The Stars Gives Advice (On What To Do During Stressful Times)

Ken Lauher — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 15:58:00 GMT

I was recently interviewed by Cheryl Janis of Planet Pink n' Green and thought you may find this interesting.

By Cheryl Janis on October 20th, 2008

I was curious. One day as Ken Lauher — Feng Shui Consultant to the stars — was visiting Planet Pink n’ Green (thanks Ken), he stumbled across one of my posts (design q&a) on the subject of feng shui and left an interesting and helpful comment on a question that a reader had sent in. There was something genuine in his voice that made me want to learn more about his work.

As a former Feng Shui Consultant and Interior Designer myself, I was curious about his practice, how he got there (he looks young doesn’t he?) and what (Feng Shui) advice he might give on how to manage stress in our current economy. One thing led to another and an interview with Ken popped out of my brain and onto these pages. Here it is:

CJ: You are a Feng Shui Consultant in NYC, correct? How did you get involved in that field, who have you studied with and was it always your dream to work with the energy of spaces/land?

KL: Yes, I’m a Feng Shui consultant living in NYC but have clients across the nation and international.

Regarding how I got involved with Feng Shui; I have always had an interest in how a space can work for you or against you.

At the age of 6 I started moving my large bedroom furniture around to make it work better for me. And I’ve always had an interest in the Asian arts but thought I may be involved with landscaping Japanese gardens or something along those lines.

In college I started getting interested in Feng Shui and started meditating. I then moved to NYC for a job on Wall Street that gave me a new understanding of working long hours and stress. One day I started paying attention to the number of hours I was working and the toll it was taking on my health. So I decided to say goodbye to Wall Street and gain balance back in my life.

I started a networking organization and did some traveling. During that time, I had a near death experience where I saw the movie of my life. It was like watching an 8 hour movie of yourself where you see grade school teachers, all kinds of different scenes that I had forgotten about. Then I just kept repeating in my mind, I don’t want to die, I don’t want to die, then I snapped out of it. In real-time it all happened in a nano-second but watching the movie felt like a full day. I then began to realize that there was no such thing as time in that space and the possibility of other realms and influences.

Then I was mugged at gun point. That really put me into a tail spin. I became a hermit and didn’t even want to go outside. I made a decision at that point that again, I needed to introduce balance and harmony into my space and life. I started reading books and articles on Feng Shui. Each time I did, I would adjust my space. I soon became so frustrated with the contradictions and misunderstanding that I was ready to seek expert advice. Next thing I know, I enrolled in a 3 year Feng Shui Master’s training program to with Barry Gordon, Edgar Sung, Steven Post, and His Holiness Lin Yun Rinpoche.

It all seemed so natural to me and loved the idea of working with energy to help others. I then realized that this is my calling and now has become a life long journey for me.

CJ: You mentioned on your website and in your marketing materials that you are a feng shui consultant to the stars. Can you be a little more specific? Are your clients actors, screen writers, directors, producers, etc.? Can you drop a name? (I’m from Los Angles and have worked with a few in the entertainment industry also.)

View the answer and full interview at Planet Pink n' Green.

Top 10 Reasons Why People Use Feng Shui

Ken Lauher — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:21:00 GMT

Ever thought about using Feng Shui to improve your current situation or certain areas of your life?

I reviewed over 3,000 of my clients and contacts on why they sought out help with Feng Shui and here is the top ten.

Top 10 Reasons Why People Seek Help With Feng Shui

   1. Increase money and overall wealth
   2. Find love
   3. Improve career
   4. Experience Peace & harmony
   5. Improve marriage or existing relationship
   6. Balance
   7. Help with creativity
   8. Feeling stuck in their life or with their current situation
   9. Improve family relations
10. Improve work relationships

Are you experiencing any of these difficulties? Are there other areas of your life that you would like to seek help with using Feng Shui? How have you used Feng Shui in your life?

I Hired A Feng Shui Consultant, Now Where Do I Hang The Feng Shui Crystal?

Ken Lauher — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:37:00 GMT

Recently, I've had a variety of clients bring me in for a Feng Shui consultation and wonder where they should hang a crystal, wind chime or place a fish tank. My question is always, why do you want to do that or what is the purpose and the typical answer is - because I thought that is what you are supposed to do in Feng Shui.

Many individuals have read a book or an article about how someone hung a round faceted crystal ball and automatically think they should do the same. However, each space, situation, and individual is unique and there is not one remedy that fits all of the problems. I compare this to cooking, sometimes the addition of certain ingredients are required and improve the flavor, however, you don't add all of the ingredients to every dish because it would not taste good and every dish would taste the same.

Example, I recently consulted for a business and the owner asked me if he should add a fish tank because he read somewhere in a book that it was good luck. I said that of course if you enjoy fish and they bring you peace, sure but from a Feng Shui perspective I would not. The reason was that the office already had so much of the water element represented in color and materials. If he would have added a fish tank, it would have made the place feel cold and dark when the opposite really was required.

Another example, I recently was called in to do a consultation for a large house under construction and I kept hearing the same question from the owner's friend, where do the crystals go. I sensed that the owner was not a fan of hanging crystals nor was their a true energetic need. The issues of that situation dealt with missing sections and could be fixed using other means using the addition of lights and plants.

So when thinking about Feng Shui, don't assume that you will be hanging a crystal, adding a fountain or purchasing fish. Take a moment to understand what the needs of the space are, where the difficulties are and what may be the options that work best with the space and for the individual.

So, my question to you: Have you recently implemented any Feng Shui Cures? For what purpose did you put the Feng Shui cures in place to remedy? Have you noticed a difference in the space, situation or circumstance?

How To Use The Feng Shui BaGua To Analyze Your Space

Ken Lauher — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:20:00 GMT

The Feng Shui BaGua, an arrangement of eight trigrams and a center, serves as a map to match various components of your life with the corresponding areas in your physical world. This can be placed over the shape of a lot, the floor plan of a house or an individual room.

The main entry point is always located at the bottom of the ba gau. So you would overlay the ba gau over a room or floor plan and see that the door would either be in the knowledge and wisdom section, career section, or travel and helpful people section.

And the back left hand side of a room is always the wealth and prosperity area when standing in the doorway looking into a room. This also means that the back right area of a room is the area associated with love and relationships.

Use the diagram below to evaluate the rooms in your home. What do you have in your wealth areas? What objects do you have placed in your love and relationship areas of your bedroom?

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Feng Shui Love: Is Clutter Getting In The Way Of Your Sex Life?

Ken Lauher — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 20:04:00 GMT

Jennifer Parks, Edmonton Journal

Is your love life a little lacklustre?

There's a definite link between your sex life and your dirty laundry, says a clutter-busting expert.

"An unclear mind and space aren't conducive to good, yummy, relaxed sex," says Janet Mayfield, a feng shui consultant and former Edmontonian.

Feng shui is the ancient Chinese system of rearranging your environment to bring balance into your life.

Take a mental inventory of their bedroom space. How do they feel in it? Is it full of good memories or bad? Have you had more arguments than sex in there? Does the room feel private? Is the bed comfortable? Does the bed have a history before your current partner?

"Opening the windows, washing the bedding and burning a candle or incense will start to make a difference," says Mayfield. "If it feels really awful, empty the room entirely, wash it from top to bottom, and as you put it back together, play some favourite music, laugh, clap, sing or shake bells. It will help to break up any old remaining chi -- energy."

Other tips: Take out pictures of the children and family. Fill it with happy pictures of you and your spouse. Clear up any sign of work. The colours pink, coral and peach are very conducive to romance, so use these colours if you like them.

If you've ever secretly worn red panties under your clothes just to feel sexy, then you can attest to the power of colour to affect your mood.

When it comes to cleaning house, Edmonton marriage counsellor Gary Meiers is no clutter-busting guru, but he says a good sweep under the proverbial carpets can do wonders for your sex life.

Over time, unskilled communication can lead to resentment and kill intimacy, he says.
ot buying into the whole "change your decor, change your life" philosophy?

Then consider this timeless aphorism from an ancient Indian text, The Upanishads:

    * Watch your thoughts; they become words.
    * Watch your words; they become actions.
    * Watch your actions; they become habits.
    * Watch your habits; they become your character.
    * Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.

It doesn't take a feng shui leap to see that our inner and outer worlds are intrinsically connected. So, this spring, why not do an internal sweep? Take out the trash in your love life and transform your relationship. After all, no amount of clutter is worth a sexless destiny.

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The Different Feng Shui Schools Explained

Ken Lauher — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 22:24:00 GMT

One of the most frequently asked questions/topics that I receive daily has to do with the compass direction of a person's home, bedroom, etc.

This is a big frustration for many, especially if you don't realize that there a variety of different schools of Feng Shui and different levels of understanding. As many start to purchase books and realize that each book is telling them something completley different.

All schools of Feng Shui are based on similar universal knowledge, but have developed different approaches and techniques for identifying and balancing chi.

The two oldest traditional schools are the Form School and the Compass School.

And According to His Holiness Professor Lin Yun Rinpoche (one of the foremost experts in Feng Shui), he considers the most prominent contemporary schools to be Three harmony, Three Era, Nine Stars, Southern school, Taoist schools, Ecclectical School, Yin Yan Schools, and Buddhist Schools.

This is important to know when selecting books or reading articles on Feng Shui as many people get confused because they pick up two different books on Feng Shui based on two different schools of thought and become even more frustrated.

Black Sect Feng Shui

I personally study and practice Black Sect Feng Shui. Of the Buddhist Schools, Black Sect Feng Shui contains traditional Feng Shui knowledge, mixed with the Intangible dimension concerns, having to do with what we can't see, and emphasizes the Three Secret Reinforcements.

Do I Have To Convert?

No, you don't have to convert or need to be a Buddhist to study or practice Black Sect Feng Shui, or for that matter be of any particular faith to apply the principles of this school of Feng Shui. And it can be a great compliment to an existing faith.

What Distinguishes The Black Sect Feng Shui Approach From Traditional Feng Shui?

One important difference is that most traditional schools use the compass and the absolute or cardinal directions as a way of interpreting a given place in terms of wider universal factors. The Black Sect means of doing this involves understanding the site, not in terms of the fixed directions or compass positions, but in terms of the relative direction from which the Chi enters and on the site's unique qualities.

A second difference between the Black Sect and traditional approaches is that traditional approaches emphasize tangible, objective factors, like the placement of a door or window, in appraising a location. The Black Sect also uses such considerations but tends to give a greater emphasis than some other traditions to subjective, intangible forces, derived from one's intuition, while recognizing the great importance of what is seen. Instead of emphasizing the visible and physical primarily, the Black Sect also emphasizes the power of Body, Speech, and Mind through the Three Secret Reinforcements.

In ancient times, BTB Feng Shui assimilated Buddhist teachings from India with the preexisting practices of the Bon lineage in Tibet. As this hybrid developed, it moved into China and further mixed with various cultural influences, including Chinese Feng Shui, Taoism, Confucianism, ancient healing methods, and astrology.

Though Feng Shui has been practiced in various forms throughout the world, it became particularly strong in China, where the BTB practices were integrated to become a cohesive discipline.

Keep in mind that no path has more value than any other; they all simply employ different means to the end.

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