February 16th started off the New Year for many Asian cultures. Otherwise known as the Lunar New Year, it is associated with the Chinese zodiac. Every year, a new sign comes into play, revealing a different energy for that year ahead. This year, it is the Year of the Dog. The Dog is the 11th… Continue reading 2018: Year of the Earth Dog
Let's face it, not all of us can afford a one or two bedroom apartment as soon as we graduate college and move away from home. In booming cities, the demand of a good location alone can mean having a studio apartment as your only option. Studio apartments are not only growing in popularity because… Continue reading How to Feng Shui your Studio Apartment
If you've been to any social gathering, then you know that it often will encompass food. From major events to Thanksgiving, to smaller occasions such as barbecues, we cook up and prepare meals in our kitchens to share with our friends and family. Our kitchens are a great source of vital life energy for our… Continue reading Feng Shui Your Kitchen
Sleep is important. It is a cornerstone of a healthy self. The importance of a good night's rest has been linked to boosting your mood, improving memory, and an overall improvement in preformance. In order to achieve that R&R, people have resorted to all kinds of alternative methods, from sleepy time teas to yin yoga before… Continue reading Six Simple Feng Shui Tips for a Peaceful Bedroom
The Four Celestial Animals are a cornerstone to Feng Shui. They are mythical creatures that contain specific energies that relate to the features of our space. Each animal is associated with a direction and an element. It is through these animals that we build a better understanding about the natural energy of our space. Red Phoenix The Phoenix is… Continue reading The Four Celestial Animals of Feng Shui
In my article, Four Ways to Add More Yin Energy to Your Space, I touched on the concept of Yin and Yang energy. Yang is the fast moving qi, or energy. It is considered masculine energy, and is fast-paced, strong, and energetic. It is important to have a balance of Yin and Yang energy in… Continue reading Four Ways to Add More Yang Energy to your Space
The energy we bring into our home is very important. Energies can directly affect our overall health and well-being. In Feng Shui, energy is broken down into two parts, Yin and Yang. Yang energy is often associate with masculine forces, and is energetic, strong, and fast-paced. Yin energy on the other hand is associated with… Continue reading Four Ways to Add More Yin Energy to Your Space
This weekend was a tropical paradise in Geneva. Not really, but considering the weather has been in the teens for a while and it finally reached over 30 degrees, that was enough to make it feel like a warm oasis. Due to it being so cold these past few weekends, I spent a lot of time… Continue reading How to Clean your Space
