by Joy Abrams — In feng shui, the Tao is an ongoing preoccupation of the feng shui master. It simply means in Chinese terms, “the way.” The Tao, or way, reflects an imagery-based manner, a deep value of the Oriental culture. It is our reason for being here and belonging. It reflects our life experience […]
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Lemon: the all-purpose cleaner
August 12, 2012
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Lemons are used in a wide variety of food and drink, but we often forget about the cleaning power of this fruit. The low pH makes it antibacterial. The juice consists of about 5 percent acid, which also makes it useful for a variety of household purposes. Lemons and lemon juice are popular additions to […]
Helpful food hints
August 11, 2012
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With just a little effort, you will be surprised how simple it is to keep food at its best. First, check that your refrigerator is at the right temperature and is cold enough — below 40 F or 4 C. This is to ensure food safety. Also leave space around the items so cold air […]
Blooms to improve
August 11, 2012
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by Joy Abrams — Fresh flowers, with their wonderful blooms, exquisite color variations and exotic shapes, are not only a visual treat, but also are a simple feng shui enhancement. Flowers can play an important role in the feng shui of your home or office. They are living, growing things and help energize the sector […]
Cleaning out the clutter
March 5, 2012
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by Sue Meyn — Have you ever had that anxious feeling when you just could not look at the clutter in your closet one more day? The resistance may be strong initially, but then the urge to clean takes over you. It must be taken care of immediately! It feels so good to give away […]
Saving energy with your refrigerator
March 5, 2012
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The average refrigerator consumes more energy than any other household appliance. We spend over $10 billion annually in the United States, alone, to run our household refrigerators. The following tips will save you money and reduce your carbon (energy) footprint: • Clean the filter and coils annually — Most Americans rarely, if ever, get around […]
Feng shui your way to success
March 5, 2012
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by Joy Abrams — We all deserve prosperity in this new year. So let’s explore some feng shui tips that can help you access the prosperity you are hoping for. First, it is important to understand that there are financial empowering areas in your home that can help with this. Contemporary methods of feng shui […]
Working with the energies of autumn — the feng shui way
February 28, 2012
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by Luckie Bosselman — For thousands of years, wise men and women have used the natural energies or chi of each season, not only to support and enhance their lives, but also to make the positive changes they desire. In feng shui, a solid base of information called the five elements theory describes the energies […]
Balance your life with color
February 27, 2012
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by Joy Abrams — Using color to create harmony and balance in your home is one of the easiest adjustments you can make in feng shui. By familiarizing yourself with the bagua (the feng shui floorplan), you will learn that specific colors are associated with each area of the bagua and that each section relates […]
Painting, painting on the wall
February 26, 2012
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by Joy Abrams — An exciting, ancient form of design is making a comeback on the walls of many homes, offices and restaurants today. Called trompe l’oeil, this art technique involves painted imagery that gives the depicted objects a three-dimensional appearance. Wall paintings are very popular today. Trompe l’oeil, pronounced “trump loy,” is a French […]
Three easy ways to green your home
February 25, 2012
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by Linda Costello — How can you ensure that your home is as earth-friendly as possible? Three primary areas are often overlooked in new builds, and they were not even considered in older homes. The first is leaky windows. Windows that do not have a tight seal will increase your utility bills, as well as […]
Green is just common sense
February 25, 2012
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by Dana W. Ball — I am not terribly fond of the term “green” as a moniker for the most recent cultural phenomena — which could, more correctly, be described as a paradigm shift in the way we perceive and employ sustainable technologies, renewable materials and energy resources. We previously attempted to adopt a green […]
Energy-efficient homes
February 25, 2012
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by Linda Costello — Do you live in an energy-efficient home? Whether you do or not, below are some simple techniques to help you conserve more energy. This, in turn, will help you save money, make an impact on your health and well-being, as well as contribute to future sustainability. A number of ways exist […]
August 14, 2012
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