We are aging-not just as individuals or communities but as a world. In 2006, almost 500 million people worldwide were 65 and older. By 2030, that total is projected to increase to 1 billion. That number translates to one in every eight of the earth’s habitants. While global aging denotes medical advances, it also presents challenges to some of our most basic systems including finances, family Continue Reading
How to Use Directions in Feng Shui
On a recent site visit with a new client, I pulled out my luo pan and began to take directions. She said, "what is that for?!" Clients are great teachers. They challenge your assumptions, your knowledge and the application of your art. My client's question about why I use a compass was a seemingly simple one, but the answer required an in-depth, complex and layered understanding of how the bagua, Continue Reading
Yin and Yang as reflection of the Universe
Most practitioners are aware that the understanding of the Yin and Yang philosophy is great importance in Feng Shui. Most of us recognize the symbol but few realize the depth and wisdom contained within. The White and the Black areas are often mixed up in books as a sign of misunderstanding the symbol. Read more from Kristina Neuhauser. What does the symbol represent? From the cosmic view the Continue Reading
Yin/Yang
The Yin/Yang symbol is well-recognized by most of us, but it wasn’t until I studied feng shui that I really understood what that funky black & white symbol meant: polar opposites living in harmony. The dark areas are Yin, the light areas are Yang. Read more about Yin/Yang from Betty Fowler. The Yin/Yang symbol should be traditionally shown rotating in a clockwise direction – representing Continue Reading
The Way of the Water
Water is a powerful element in Feng Shui Five Element theory, associated with a person’s career, wisdom and life path. Find out more about the way and flow of water in this piece by Florida based, Diane Gallin. Have you ever floated on a river or lake with only the current to guide you? The water’s depth and awareness of what lies around the bend elude you, but for that moment in time you simply Continue Reading
