Discover Feng Shui: The Art of Placement

Feng Shui - pronounced FUNG SHWAY - is the practice of arranging an environment based on natural principles that improve the energy flow for enhanced quality of life.

Feng Shui represents the relationship that exists between the people and everything in and around a space. In Feng Shui, we see that everything in an environment, including human beings and even inanimate objects, are alive and created of Chi, the Chinese word for energy.

Feng Shui principles suggest that when we live and work in energetically sound environments, we are more productive, creative and have improved relationships; this positive change within us then reflects purposefully out into the world. Changes and improvements in well-being, behavior patterns and life experiences can happen by making shifts to the interior and exterior of the space. A fresh arrangement inspires a new perspective and a renewed sense of balance.

The ubiquitous nature of Feng Shui exists whether we apply the principles or not; therefore, it is to one’s benefit to create the most positive, supportive environment possible. Feng Shui provides useful guidelines for creating such environments through awareness of the surroundings, purposeful placement, alignment with the natural cycle of life and removing what is no longer relevant.

Feng Shui often recommends simply rearranging what you already own, as simple, subtle changes can make a big difference. Feng Shui always exemplifies your personal style and authenticity. Improve the quality of your life or the life of your business with a rejuvenated space that is balanced by the principles of placement.

Feng Shui Today

Feng Shui is the Taoist study derived from nature, developed in China over 3,000 years ago. Originally, it was used as a method for identifying auspicious building sites and burial grounds. Today, this art is used as a way of seeing one’s environment and utilizing it to improve the quality of life. The principles may be applied to any environment, building, structure, surface or property – even a single room, garden or desk.

Our environments are an extension of who we are and provide a “blueprint” as to how our lives are showing up. Arrangement, artwork, objects, furniture, pathways and colors are the outward expression of our inner essence that reflects well-being, relationships, prosperity, and health – all aspects of life. The principles bring awareness to what is in an environment and how it may be affecting and reflecting life. Enhance your home or commercial space to reflect who you are today.

Natural Principles Create Balance

From a Feng Shui perspective, different areas of one’s space correlate to specific areas of life. Balance is created in these areas by adding colors, elements and one’s belongings to symbolize and honor these areas. As the energy of a space is aligned, new energy is then attracted, resulting in an improvement in the area the intention is placed. For instance, add light to a dim corner to brighten outlook, perspective and ideas; add a healthy plant for growth, longevity and strength; hang artwork that portrays intentions; clear clutter to open up blocked energy.

The Bagua, the Feng Shui map, aligns the layout of a space with the nine areas of life and the five elements found in nature. Attract new intention into your life by making changes to your space according to this map and incorporating Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.

Live and work in meaningful, functional spaces that feels great to be in and that attract your positive intentions.

The Benefits of Feng Shui:

• Feel better in your environment and make the best use of the space.
• Become more productive by living/working in a balanced space.
• Reduce stress by creating a supportive, loving environment.
• Find a location for your belongings that creates positive flow.
• Attract new intentions to your life/business.
• Remove the stuff that is holding negative patterns/programming in place.