Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Fun in the Sun - August Flying Stars



Fun in the Sun - August Flying Stars



The month of August reveals the 8 white star relating to the trigram of Gen. This is a fortuitous energy in this current 20 year cycle. This star represents steady growth in wealth but it requires  getting to know who you are first. In other words, it is the wisdom body that reveals messages when we take the time for meditation and prayer. Instead of trying to chase success and financial reward, let it chase you. How? By letting go of it.

Gen trigram is very powerful in this age cycle and fortuitous for young males especially. It is an excellent time for real estate transactions but requires stillness and patience like that of the mountain.

This trigram corresponds to the shoulders, arms and hands. As the trigrams moves to the center of the lo shui - it does receive assistance to its element (earth) - this is beneficial. One should still be mindful of the aforementioned body areas for this month.

Since the 8 star resides in the central palace it is an energy that will spread throughout the home. The analysis below is a generalized interpretation of how this star, when moved into each direction reacts to the energy of the directional portent. For personalized assessments email consult@fengshuiyoganj.com. 
*Note: All recommendations below should be placed on August 8th and removed by September 7th as the energy will shift for the month of September.

Interpretation:

East: Travel with elder male this month is likely. This may lead to unexpected business opportunity especially for males. Mentors may appear for eldest male this month and assist in discovering your expertise and leadership qualities. This is an auspicious energy and therefore you should take advantage of networking with others and expanding your skills. Feet and neck are vulnerable this month especially for male.

Cure: Add virtual water to the east and remove cure by September 7th.

Southeast: Creative activities with younger female this month proves to bode well for financial growth.  Be careful of undermining female when it comes to bank account and investments. This is a back-stabbing type of energy that relates to either stealing of money or taking credit for your work. Hips and pelvic area are vulnerable this month.

Cure: Place virtual water (seashells, sea-glass, etc.) in the southeast to drain this poor quality star and fuel the wood element for this portent. Remove cure by September 7th.


South: Quick and idea provoking energy this month for younger female. You may find thoughts are swirling around for new projects when it comes to your goals. It would behoove you to write down clear set goals when it comes to your career path and in life. This is a fueling energy so be prepared for lots of action.

Cure: No need to add anything to this portent this month as the fire of the south is holding  overactive star in check. 

Southwest: Okay matriarch, put the breaks on this month and be cautious as the 5 yellow star is being assisted by the portent. This can place pressure on relationship. It will be like swimming against the tide so better to take two steps back and chill out. Stomach upset is a possibility.

Cure: Place strong bronze metal and metal vibrational sound to break up this negative energy.

West: This is a bright star that enters the portent of fun this month. Look to get involved with your favorite things to do and just relax and enjoy every minute. Male energy assists with planning a fun trip - go with his suggestions!

Little draining for skin and mouth area this month so just be aware of these areas and take extra care.

Cure: Add metal element to this portent and remove cure by September 7th.

Northwest: Female is strong this month when it comes to assisting male with leadership position. This moves towards greater networking opportunities that leads to travel. Goals and visions are redirected as a result. Success is in order.

Headaches and chest cold is a possibility for male this month due to pressure from this star.

Cure: Add strong earth to ground and build leadership qualities for elder male. Remove cure by September 7th.

North: Look for advice from partner when it comes to your career. It may require female input too but make sure you fully trust this person otherwise things can and will backfire. Look for ways you can add a creative twist to things as well and take time to infuse some literature into your day.

 Bladder and urinary systems can be vulnerable with this star presence as it has a draining energy.

Cure: Add  metal element to the north and remove cure by September 7th.

Northeast:  Don't be surprised if your meditation practice gets interrupted easily. Simply press on to remain seated in your practice.  Female energy is strong and can have a depleting effect on younger male adding to a sense of feeling off centered in your thinking process. Males may have stomach ailment this month or eating of sour food - be careful when eating out this month.

Cure: Add strong metal element here and remove cure by September 7th.

Central Palace: As mentioned in the beginning of this report, August reveals the 8 white star relating to the trigram of Gen. This is a fortuitous energy in this current 20 year cycle. This star represents steady growth in wealth but it requires getting to know who you are first. In other words, it is the wisdom body that only reveals messages when we take the time for meditation and prayer. Instead of trying to chase success and financial reward, let it chase you. How? By letting go of it.

Gen trigram is very powerful in this age cycle and fortuitous for young males especially. It is an excellent time for real estate transactions but requires stillness and patience like that of the mountain in nature.

This trigram corresponds to the shoulders, arms and hands. As the trigrams moves to the center of the lo shui - it does receive assistance to its element (earth) - this is beneficial. One should still be mindful of the aforementioned body areas for this month.

Cure: Add fire element, movement and money here for the month and remove by September 7th.


Have Fun in the Sun !
For a personal home reading email consult@fengshuiyoganj.com and mention this article for 10% discount! Your home reading will be completely different from the general analysis above.

Mary Jane

The Peaceful Home

The Peaceful Home


Your surrounding environment plays a significant role in how you experience life. Why not take time to explore the different ways you can create a peaceful home and manifest real change in your life? Here are some simple ways you can shift the energy in your environment.

1. Use mirrors, in moderation of course, to maximize the flow of energizing natural light through the home. Light promotes physical vitality and mental alertness - two dynamics that are important when it comes to peaceful living.

2. Follow the sun on its journey around the room. Notice how the light changes depending on the angle at which the sunlight falls through the windows. Plan your decor to make the most of the natural light that enters the space.

3. Use directional lighting to highlight your favorite objects or the room's most interesting fabrics.

4. Infuse mood lighting through the use of candles. Floating candles in interesting decorative bowls are excellent accents while establishing an ambiance of gentle mysticism.

5. Use cushions in different hues to add changeable accents of color.

6. Use patterns with restraint - too many patterns of different kinds may clash with each other and subtly disturb your mental equilibrium.

7. Touch up paintwork, clean your windows and repair things. When there are things in disrepair is weighs heavy on the mind and disrupts feelings of peace.

8. Add natural features in your decor - fresh flowers, a lively plant, seashells, stones, images of animals and other nature scenes give off positive energies.

9. Burn incense such as frankincense and sandalwood to create a positive yet relaxing feeling.

10. Welcome yourself and guests with a display of container plants at the side of your front door. By using pots of herbs you can combine a visual with an olfactory salute.


Have fun with these simple peaceful home tips and enjoy every moment in your environment!



Mary Jane




Wednesday, July 8, 2015

What I see When I Walk Through Neighborhoods

What I See When I Walk Through Neighborhoods




I enjoy taking long walks through different neighborhoods to see how others express themselves through their landscape and their home - and of course if there are any great ideas that I may want to borrow for my own home. One of the things I notice immediately is the front door. As soon as my eye travels to it, a plethora of questions rattle inside my mind:

  • How is it positioned?
  • Is it too small or too large?
  • What is the material of the door?
  • What color is it?
  • How is it enhanced?
  • Is it welcoming?
  • How would I change it or would I change it?
  • Do I love it?
Believe it or not, I will go through this list as I pass by every home. Sometimes I crack myself up wondering if anyone else out there ever thinks about these things. Well, I'm pretty sure there are and I am glad about that. 

I find the front door expresses the personality for the home. I actually can sense whether the home feels happy, sad, lonely or neglected. It reminds me of a time when my nephew said; "Houses looks like faces." He hit the nail on the head. From that statement, the artist who did renderings in one of my feng shui books (The Feng Shui Connection to a Healthy Life), drew "house heads" connected to the human body. 

Continuing on my walk, I take note of the rest of the architecture of the home. This is a quick survey:

  • What's the overall feel?
  • Are there too many windows?
  • Are the windows too small or large?
  • What are the shape of the windows?
  • Is there a combination of materials used on the outer structure?
  • What is the main color choice?
  • What is the roof shaped like and material used?
Here, I go for the overall feel of the home. I know immediately if I would feel comfortable living in the structure and for that matter, if most people would feel comfortable. Sometimes, I can actually get a sense of the interior through the outer dynamics.

Finally, the overall landscape presentation - the curbside appeal is what I am specifically after. Does the property look lush and alive with vegetation or does the essence of neglect come immediately to mind. I like to see a few dynamics at work when it comes to the property:

  • Defined boarders
  • Landscape lighting
  • Curved pathways
  • Varying heights in vegetation
  • Assorted plants and colors
  • Movement - bird feeder - flag - water feature
  • Sound qualities - chime - rain catchers
I'm sure this sounds like an arduous walk through the neighborhood but I actually find it very entertaining and refreshing. Covering several miles on my neighborhood walk, I get a twofer, cardio fitness and great ideas for my home. 

If you like to take walks through the neighborhood tell us what you see. 

Best -
Mary Jane 
Feng SHui Master & Yogi


Wednesday, July 1, 2015

Happy July - Feng Shui Focus

Feng Shui Forecast - July



The month of July reveals the 9 purple star relating to the trigram of Li. This is a fortuitous energy in this current 20 year cycle. This star reflects all things connected with our goals, visions, aspirations and soul's mission. It is the spark that rises within calling us to fulfill our mission on this earthly plane.

It is an energy that favors females and corresponds to the eyes, small intestines and cardiovascular system. As female energy is strong this month, it behooves one to pay attention to advice she offers. The aforementioned body systems can be vulnerable this month so take extra precautions.

Since the 9 star resides in the central palace it is an energy that will spread throughout the home. The analysis below is a generalized interpretation of how this star, when moved into each direction reacts to the energy of the directional portent. For personalized assessments email consult@fengshuiyoganj.com. 
*Note: All recommendations below should be placed on July 8th and removed by August 7th as the energy will shift for the month of August.

Interpretation:

East: Creative activities especially with elder male this month is important for business growth.  Be careful of undermining female when it comes to either family affairs or business. This is a back-stabbing type of energy that relates to either stealing of ideas or finances. Feet, tendons, ligaments and neck areas are weakened this month especially for males.

Cure: Place virtual water (seashells, sea-glass, etc.) in the east to drain this poor quality star and fuel the wood element for the eastern portent. Remove cure by August 7th.

Southeast: What more can you put into your financial accounts and how can you develop more business prospects, especially with younger male. Think about wisdom of the sages when it comes to cultivating financial growth.  There is great potential for finances with steady growth for long-term prospects. Just trust in higher self.  Hips, quads and pelvic area are challenged with this elemental star this month.

Cure: Add strong fire to the southeast this month along with movement (sunlight streaming in is perfect). Movement is an excellent feature here either with a water fountain, fish bowl or pet food bowl. Add money to this area as well.  Remove by August 7th.

South: Look for advice from partner when it comes to solidifying your goals and marketing strategies this month. Think outside the box and be creative in how you can obtain your vision. Be careful however of elder female as she may not have your best interest in mind. 

Cure: No need to add anything to this portent this month as the fire of the south is holding this 4 star in check.

Southwest: Travel with elder male this month is likely. This may lead to unexpected business opportunity. Mentors may appear for matriarch this month and assist in discovering your expertise and leadership qualities.  Mild abdominal discomfort for females this month.

Cure: Add strong earth elements to the southwest and remove cure by August 7th.

West: Don't be surprised if the element of fun is taking a walk down negative town this month. Female energy is strong and can have a depleting effect on your creative side. Skin irritation or tooth ache can occur this month for female. 

Cure: Add metal element to this portent and remove cure by August 7th.

Northwest: This is a bright star that enters the portent of travel and networking this month. Look to develop your skills further requiring research and study in your field of expertise. This bodes well for your career. Male energy is strong this month in influencing career and networking opportunities. Go with it!

Cure: No need to add anything here as the portent is fueling this star perfectly.  

North: Tough energy here for the month so you can expect chaos at the office. Stay focus and centered on your career vision. Don't let anything ruffle your feathers as you can and will encounter lots of chaos this month in this area of your life. Bladder and urinary systems can be vulnerable with this star presence.

Cure: Add strong bronze metal and sound vibration. Remove cure by August 7th.

Northeast:  Quick and idea provoking energy this month for younger male. You may find thoughts are swirling around for new projects and additions when it comes to inner wisdom and developing higher self. While in meditation this month tap into ideas for direction.  Shoulders, arms and hands can be vulnerable this month.

Cure: Add fire element here to calm the 3 green star and link to the earth portent of northeast.  Remove cure by August 7th.

Central Palace: As mentioned in the beginning of this report, July reveals the 9 purple star relating to the trigram of Li. This is a fortuitous energy in this current 20 year cycle. This star reflects all things connected with our goals, visions, aspirations and soul's mission. It is the spark that rises within calling us to fulfill our mission on this earthly plane.

It is an energy that favors females and corresponds to the eyes, small intestines and cardiovascular system. As female energy is strong this month, it behooves one to pay attention to advice she offers. The aforementioned body systems can be vulnerable this month so take extra precautions.


Cure: Add fire element here for the month and remove by August 7th.


Happy 4th of July!
For a personal home reading email consult@fengshuiyoganj.com and mention this article for 10% discount!

Mary Jane