I have received comments from friends and visitors to my home and work place - how my space looks very influenced by the concepts of Feng Shui ~


In ancient times as well as today, feng shui was known as "Kan-Yu" which means 'The Law of Heaven and Earth. Today's Feng Shui schools teach that it is the ancient Chinese practice of placement and arrangement of space to achieve harmony with the environment. Feng shui literally translates as "wind-water."


I have fragrant candles and spiritual items and art ~ flowers ~ Also, natural elements which display the beauty of different types of wood and stones/quartz and metal/silver ~


Recently I have added the element of water into my home ~


Flowing water is one of the most powerful forces of nature yet one of the most soothing. Its movements are mesmerizing and its sounds are tranquil. A simple way of bringing this beauty and serenity to your own home is a table fountain ~ Among my favorites are the natural rock waterfall fountains~


The sounds of flowing water indoors is relaxing and relives stress ~ Also, they can improve air quality ~ You are also breathing a higher quality of air because of the natural humidifying effect that an indoor fountain combined with the splashing water produces negative ions that remove pollutants and allergens from the air. Also studies have found these negative ions (just like standing by the waves of an ocean shore) can bring positive energy and give one an uplifting sensation ~


Look for the fountains that need no external water source ~ Most table fountains have a recirculating pump that draws the water from the base of the fountain. All that is needed is to add a little water from time to time to replace what is lost through normal evaporation ~


So enjoy incorporating the art of Feng Shui into your homes with the sounds of nature ~

Also, I found this article by Ann Kucera of related interest to share ~
"Water is one of the Five Elements of feng shui. When the Five Elements (metal, water, wood, fire and earth) are balanced, we are more comfortable and productive. Since many indoor environments have little or no water, I often suggest adding water to a space. Essential oil misters are a fun and delightful way to add the element of water to your space.


Along with making sure the bottle contains pure essential oil, use your intuition and your sense of what smells good to choose your mister. You can also make them yourself. I created the misters with charged water. This water is infused with the vibration of special words and it adds that vibration to the space that the mister is used. The last ingredient, pure essential oil, adds a refreshing smell as well as special vibrations that come from the essential oils.


I used filtered water, a glass bowl, small polished rocks with the words: love, power, miracle, freedom, passion, wisdom, create and health, a blend of essential oils that include Lavender, sweet orange, ylang ylang, chamomile and patchouli and a mister bottle with a fine spray nozzle.


I arranged the rocks in the bottom of the glass bowl and then poured in the filtered water.


I let the bowl of water sit with the rocks in the window, next to a sun chime for 24 hours. The water is then infused with the vibration of the words, the sun, the stars, the moon and the chime."