Get Outta Here! Nature is Calling

Research indicates that 20 million people in the U.S. are suffering from some form of depression.

While this is a staggering statistic to digest, it does not sound so far-fetched when you consider the over stimulating world in which we live.

Factor in that most folks spend their working days in front of computer screens under fluorescent lighting with recirculating air, and it is no wonder that lethargy and despondency are so common. 

It’s time to follow nature’s lead and get yourself outside and play.    

In feng shui, each season is associated with an element. Spring brings in wood energy, which represents new beginnings.   Summer corresponds with the fire element.  From fire comes action. 

Natural light and fresh air can make such a difference in your life.  It can help you increase your level of energy and decrease your level of stress.  Continue Reading…

Dolphin Inspired Feng Shui

Kailua-Kona is a magical land located on the West Coast of The Big Island of Hawaii.

It was my privilege to spend a glorious vacation swimming with wild spinner dolphins and experiencing the stunning corals, fish, turtles, and humpback whales who call this gorgeous island their home.

The instantaneous bonding of love and oneness that I felt deep in my soul as I integrated with pods (groups) of dolphins in the healing waters of Kona is something words cannot describe. 

These very playful and social creatures are pure love, joy, and wisdom. 

Their cohesive behavior is a clear parallel to one of the most important aspects of feng shui – the Tao connection.  Continue Reading…

Yin & Yang: Nature’s Equalizers

The other day I was feeling a little out of sorts and when that happens I like to view my imbalance from a feng shui perspective.

I identified the problem to be that I was both wired and tired at the same time – a strange cycle of somewhat opposing feelings.  This deduction made me think about yin and yang, which are described in feng shui as the extreme opposites of each other. 

Yin is considered quiet/cool energy and relates to winter, while yang is more active/hot and is associated with summer.  Continue Reading…

Mother Nature – Let’s Connect and Show Some Respect

As I succumb to winter, it occurred to me that acceptance and appreciation go hand in hand with respect. 

Accepting the change in seasons and learning to appreciate the beauty each one has to offer is a way of honoring nature and trusting in the natural rhythm of life. 

In a state of surrender, I was recently clearing my deck and bringing in plants to protect them from the cold.  I was alarmed by one’s broken branch, but my concern soon turned to intrigue as it allowed me to notice the beautiful intricacy of the leaves.

It got me thinking about how Mother Earth is constantly nourishing us and tending to our senses.  She paints a beautiful landscape through flowers, plants, shrubs and trees.  She feeds us with fresh fruits and vegetables.  Continue Reading…

Feng Shui & Crystals – Perfect Together!

Sensing energy fields is really what feng shui is all about.

Crystal therapy is a tool used in feng shui to help keep chi moving throughout a space.

As conduits of energy, crystals can project, receive and reflect light, helping to revitalize and cleanse our environments.

A goal of feng shui is to imitate nature.  By working with crystals we can make a connection with the spirit of nature and create spaces that are nourishing and healing. Continue Reading…

Feng Shui – Being Inspired by Nature

Communing with wildlife and nature spirits in my garden is a favorite pastime for me.

My yard backs up to a bird sanctuary that is home to a forest and a wetland habitat.  As a feng shui practitioner and nature lover, I spend joyous hours reaping the benefits of  my environment while offering appreciation and taking in the wonders of Mother Nature.

One cold winter day, my dearest friend and I were sitting in my kitchen as she lovingly provided her support during a potentially challenging time (which thankfully turned out to have a positive outcome.) Continue Reading…