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- Attract Wealth and Prosperity with a Money Plant - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you'd like to attract more wealth and prosperity into your home or office, adding a money plant can be a great solution. These beautiful plants are actually quite easy to grow, requiring only an average amount of light and water. Although commonly referred to as a money plant or money tree, ...
Views: 15283 - Feng Shui for the Front Porch and Deck - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanWhen many people think of the ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui, they oftentimes consider only the interior of the home. But it is only befitting that your front porch and deck should be decorated using the principles of Feng Shui as well. After all, it is on the porch and deck where you head to ...
Views: 12638 - Using Feng Shui to Help Illnesses - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jessica AckermanWhether you are simply sick with a common cold or someone in your home suffers from a chronic illness, feng shui can often help. Because feng shui is based on energy, you can harness the power of this energy to improve a person's health. Energy is constantly moving throughout your home, whether ...
Views: 10534 - Consult Feng Shui Before You Plant that Tree - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanTrees can be a very beautiful and useful part of a home's landscaping. Not only do they add an attractive look to the yard, but they also provide comfortable shade and sometimes even fruits and nuts. Trees can also add a substantial amount of value to your home. When choosing trees for your ...
Views: 10372(1 vote) - Cleanse Your Space to Clear Out Negative Energy - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Jessica AckermanMany times a home or office can have a tendency to accumulate negative energy over a period of time. It could be that there were some bad experiences that occurred in the space that were the cause of the lingering bad energy. However, sometimes the feeling of negative energy can occur simply ...
Views: 8346 - Feng Shui Tips for Organizing Your Closet - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Jessica AckermanWhen applying feng shui principles to your home, it is important to remember that hidden clutter can be just as detrimental and disruptive to the positive energy in your home as visible clutter. Therefore, it is vital to keep areas such as cabinets, drawers and closets clean and organized. When ...
Views: 7601(4 votes) - Feng Shui and Electronics - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Jessica AckermanIf you are like most people, you probably have a wide variety of electronic appliances and devices in your home. Unfortunately, electronics emit the kind of energy that can be detrimental to the positive energy of your home. It is important to take electronics into consideration when arranging ...
Views: 6986 - Good Houseplants for Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2010 from Jessica AckermanThere are many reasons to add houseplants to your home. Not only are they beautiful, but they can also help purify the air and create a healthier atmosphere in your home. However, there are also a number of houseplants that work well with the principles of feng shui. Try adding a few of these ...
Views: 6979 - Using the Energy of Color to Positively Influence Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you are looking for ways to add more positive energy to your life, perhaps you've been spending a lot of time reading self-help books and looking for ways to change your life. Although there is certainly a lot of merit and benefit in most self-improvement techniques, you might be overlooking ...
Views: 5761(1 vote) - Feng Shui for the Child That Plays Sports - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf your child plays sports, you can help your child to unearth his or her maximum potential as an athlete via the power of feng shui. By teaching your child to harness and make the most use out of chi energy, the child will be able to enhance their ability as an athlete and gain a greater ...
Views: 5385 - Cleanliness and Prosperity: Are they Connected? - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Jessica AckermanIn today's busy world, all too often a clean house is considered to be simply a luxury. With everything else that needs to be attended to during the day, it can be easy to skip cleaning chores in order to spend time on tasks that are viewed as being more important. However, what might you be ...
Views: 5241(1 vote) - Add a Touch of Feng Shui to Your Workshop or Craft Room - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you have a room or workspace where you enjoy your crafting, art projects and hobbies, chances are it has a tendency to become a bit cluttered and chaotic. When this happens, a room that should be designed to promote happiness and creativity can turn into an energy-draining area. If your craft ...
Views: 5131 - Animal Symbolism and Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen you read about feng shui principles and theories, you'll often find references made to animals. Some of these animals are real, while others are simply mythological. Either way, you can use animal symbolism in your home to improve the level of chi energy as well as to provide ...
Views: 4851(1 vote) - Feng Shui Kitchen Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Jessica AckermanBecause the kitchen is considered to be the prime location in the home, it's important to apply good feng shui principles to create a harmonious environment. Food preparation should always be carried out in a harmonious manner with a good and balanced flow of energy. The kitchen can be ...
Views: 4694(1 vote) - Add a Touch of Feng Shui to Your Family Game Room - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2010 from Jessica AckermanUtilizing feng shui within the various rooms of your home can add a harmonious look and feel that can energize your entire family. It can be especially useful to focus on the rooms where the family spends most of their time, since these rooms will benefit the most from feng shui touches. Adding ...
Views: 4435 - Herb Gardens with a Feng Shui Influence - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2010 from Jessica AckermanGardens of all kinds can benefit from a feng shui influence. The proper arrangement of plants can create a more harmonious feeling in the garden that can enhance your level of relaxation. You should also arrange your garden in a way that allows energy to flow smoothly throughout the entire area. ...
Views: 4412(1 vote) - Feng Shui Tips for Your Child's Playroom - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen designing and decorating your home, it's important to remember that nobody is too old or too young to benefit from the ancient art of feng shui. So, when you are decorating your child's playroom, try using a few feng shui principles to energize the space. You'll find that the room will ...
Views: 4354 - Maximize a Small Kitchen with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Jessica AckermanMany different cultures consider the kitchen the heart of the home. In feng shui, the kitchen is considered the area of the home that sustains life and nourishes the family, as well as being a symbol of wealth. Because the inhabitants of the home depend on food to give them energy, it is ...
Views: 4144(2 votes) - Keeping Your Home Clean: Good Feng Shui - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Jessica AckermanIf you want to encourage positive feng shui energy in your home, good housekeeping habits are essential. After all, dirt, debris and clutter are known enemies of positive energy. Even if you live a busy lifestyle, it's still important to pay attention to your housekeeping chores on a daily ...
Views: 4061 - Using Feng Shui Principles in Your Vehicle - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2010 from Jessica AckermanAlthough most times we consider feng shui principles when decorating our home or office, you can also use feng shui in many other areas of your life. Because the average person spends so much time in their vehicle every day, commuting back and forth to work, cars and trucks should be considered ...
Views: 3891 - Lighting Feng Shui Style - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen following ancient feng shui practices to create a harmonious living environment, it's important to remember that lighting is also important. Although many people focus on reducing clutter and creating good energy flow within their home, they forget that light is an important source of ...
Views: 3826 - Feng Shui Home Lighting Tips - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jessica AckermanProper lighting is very important to any home. Whether you need bright task lighting or soft ambient lighting in order to set the proper mood, the number of lights as well as the type of lights you use can have a profound effect upon your home. If you are trying to use feng shui principles to ...
Views: 3519 - Feng Shui Gardening Techniques - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Jessica AckermanUsing feng shui techniques in your outdoor gardens will not only increase your enjoyment of your yard, but will also attract positive energy to your home. Size is not important when planning a feng shui garden, because your focus is going to be on adding traditional feng shui elements to your ...
Views: 3404(1 vote) - Family Harmony Using Feng Shui - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Jessica AckermanThe principles of feng shui can be used to add more harmony to any family. Because feng shui can be used to create a harmonious environment and increase the flow of positive energy within any home, it can be a great way of enhancing your family’s experience together. Utilizing feng shui ...
Views: 3329 - Create a Relaxing Environment with the Calm Energy of Water - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2010 from Jessica AckermanGood feng shui principles and practices can be quite helpful if you are trying to design a relaxing environment. In today's hectic world, a place within the home where one can go to escape the stresses of life can be extremely beneficial. Whether you are designing a home spa, meditation room, ...
Views: 3180 - Using Color to Create Good Feng Shui - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Jessica AckermanAlthough using feng shui can sometimes seem a bit confusing and difficult, there are some basic color guidelines that you can use in order to simply the process. Feng shui consists of the five various elements: fire, earth, metal, water and wood. Each of these elements has certain colors ...
Views: 3156(6 votes) - Feng Shui Techniques to Try with Flowers - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanAs a general rule, plants and flowers can be used to increase the level of positive energy in the home. Because plants are living things, they can help to counteract the negative effects of synthetic decorating materials and electrical appliances throughout the home. However, there are ...
Views: 3111 - Feng Shui Tips for Autumn - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jessica AckermanAlthough many people naturally think of spring as the perfect time for new beginnings, autumn is also an important season to consider. As summer ends and autumn begins, it marks the beginning of a time period when families tend to spend a greater amount of time inside their home. Before winter ...
Views: 3062(1 vote) - Are the Building Materials in Your Home Feng Shui Friendly? - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanAlthough you might have taken special care to decorate your home according to feng shui practices, it's also important to pay attention to the building materials that were used in your home's construction. These materials can have a marked impact on the level of chi energy in your home. Even ...
Views: 2964 - Create a Patio Sanctuary with Feng Shui Touches - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhether you have a large outdoor deck or a smaller patio attached to your apartment, this area can be used as a relaxing sanctuary as well as a place to entertain. Whether your patio is large or small, the refreshing outdoor atmosphere makes it the perfect spot to create your own personal ...
Views: 2901 - Sensible Clutter-Busting Ideas You Can Implement Right Away - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Jessica AckermanSensible Clutter-Busting Ideas You Can Implement Right Away Do you find yourself picking things up from all over on your way to answer the doorbell? Are you forever looking for important papers, the first-aid kit, or the nail file? Is there a possibility a first-time visitor might have a ...
Views: 2849 - Enhance Your Job Search with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you are currently job-hunting, you probably want to use every possible advantage to help you land the perfect job. In addition to brushing up your resume, it can also be helpful to utilize some of the principles of feng shui. Here are a few helpful tips you can use to enhance your career and ...
Views: 2790 - Using Feng Shui to Make "Money Love You" - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIt's often said that it's not enough for a person to love money. In order to be truly successful and prosperous, it's also necessary to find a way to make money love you. Although this may sound impossible, there are actually a number of different ways you can use feng shui principles to attract ...
Views: 2601(1 vote) - Feng Shui for Cooks: Enhancing Positive Energy in the Kitchen - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Jessica AckermanIf you love to cook, chances are you spend a lot of time each day in the kitchen. Because the kitchen is considered to be the heart of the home, you want this room to be inviting, full of positive energy, and attractive to your family. The kitchen should be a place where you enjoy spending time ...
Views: 2589 - Feng Shui Spring Cleaning Tips and Tricks - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2010 from Jessica AckermanClutter is the enemy of positive feng shui energy. So, spring cleaning is the perfect time to reduce the level of clutter in your home and increase the level of positive feng shui energy at the same time. It is important to remember that clutter that cannot be seen is thought to be just as ...
Views: 2530 - Feng Shui Tips for Successful Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you own a business or if you want to become a successful entrepreneur one day, you can use the power of feng shui to help you achieve your dreams of business success. Through the proper use of feng shui principles, you'll be able to attract even more wealth and power to your life. As you do ...
Views: 2407(2 votes) - Improving Your Wealth Areas with Feng Shui Principles - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from Jessica AckermanIf you're like many people, it might seem as though you never have quite enough money to consider yourself truly prosperous. However, it's important to remember that true wealth includes a number of factors that aren't really associated with money. The feng shui outlook on wealth is not exactly ...
Views: 2325(1 vote) - Feng Shui Cures for Relationship Woes - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Jessica AckermanThere have been countless studies conducted through the years that have proved how important relationships can be to a person's life. Friendships and love relationships have the ability to make a person happier, more energetic, and more satisfied with their life and surroundings. In fact, some ...
Views: 2216(1 vote) - Using Feng Shui to Find New Love - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Jessica AckermanThere are many different reasons why your love life may not be as great as you'd like it to be. Perhaps you've just gotten out of a relationship, and you're looking to find somebody new. Or, it could be that you've been busy with your career and other aspects of your life, and simply haven't had ...
Views: 2165 - How to Boost Your Wealth with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2010 from Jessica AckermanWhether or not FengShui is true is debatable at the least. What’s not debatable is that one has to be healthy before he can ever hope to become wealthy, so that part about the Chinese belief about wealth starting in the kitchen should be at least true. Yes, the kitchen. This is because from ...
Views: 2096 - Improve Your Health with Good Feng Shui - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2010 from Jessica AckermanThere are many benefits to following feng shui guidelines in your home. One of the most important advantages is the way it can actually help you improve your overall level of health. There are numerous ways that feng shui can be used to benefit overall health and vitality. Reduce Stress with ...
Views: 2003 - Create a "Centered" Dining Room with Feng Shui - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen decorating your home, it's important to remember that certain areas need to be given special consideration. The kitchen and dining room are two areas that can be extremely important to the "heart" of your home. The dining room should be a place where your family can come together to enjoy ...
Views: 1990 - Feng Shui Tips for Garden Planning - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2012 from Jessica AckermanThe cold days of winter can definitely be a drain on one's energy and personal happiness levels. However, it's important to remember that spring is actually just a few short months away. Before you know it, the ground will be thawed and it will be time to plant your garden. Why not use the ...
Views: 1902 - The Importance of Doors in Feng Shui - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen decorating your home, it's important to pay attention to even the smallest details that could help enhance the flow of positive energy. Sometimes it's easy to take your doors for granted, since they are such a common part of everyday living. However, don't forget that doors are also the ...
Views: 1822(1 vote) - Feng Shui Tips for Recent College Graduates - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you have recently graduated from college, you probably feel as though you are on the threshold of starting a whole new phase of your life. Although change can sometimes be a little stressful and even scary, it can also be exciting and exhilarating. Just as is the case with all "new ...
Views: 1790 - Home Staging Using the Power of Feng Shui - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Jessica AckermanWhen selling a home, it's a good idea to use every advantage possible in order to make it appealing to potential buyers. Staging the home prior to scheduling showings and open houses is a great way to increase its overall appeal, increasing the chances that it will sell quickly at a good price. ...
Views: 1782(1 vote) - Encouraging the Flow of Chi in Your Landscape - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIt’s spring planting time again! Plants, flowers, and trees can be a beneficial and very eye-catching part of your home’s landscaping. Plants and trees not only make the grounds of your property look good, they can also (over time) bring shade to a specific area of the yard or the home, or even ...
Views: 1776 - Foolproof Feng Shui Tips for a More Harmonious Lifestyle - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Jessica AckermanIf you've noticed that your home has become a bit less harmonious, perhaps it's time to pay attention to what you're doing to encourage positive energy. Positive energy is very important to the health and welfare of everyone living in your home. Bad moods, bad luck, depression and even poor ...
Views: 1764(1 vote) - Using Feng Shui to Readjust After the Holidays - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2010 from Jessica AckermanHolidays are always a lot of fun, but it can sometimes be difficult to get back to normal after they are over. Whether you need to get back into the habit of eating healthier after a steady diet of holiday snacks, or you simply want to get your decorations taken down and put away, you can use ...
Views: 1762(1 vote) - Feng Shui Tips to Get Your Gardens Ready for Spring - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Jessica AckermanBefore the busy spring planting season arrives, it can be helpful to get a few of your gardening chores done early. In addition to getting some work out of the way, it can really rejuvenate the spirit to get outdoors after a long, cold winter. By incorporating a few feng shui principles into ...
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