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Monday, June 28, 2010

The Ba-gua

Question: If a room (bedroom) is completely outside the bagua how do I bring it into the bagua with mirrors (placed inside or outside the room) and does this change the placement of the bagua?

Answer: If a room falls outside the Ba-gua and is less than 50% or the width of the property, it is considered an "extension," and a remedy is not necessary. In Western Ba-gua Feng Shui, an extension is a PLUS as it expands the gua area it protrudes from... the opposite is true of a "missing corner. However, I would not recommend a mirror for either situation.

The Ba-gua for an apartment, condo, house or commercial building never changes unless "major" reconstruction is done to the property. If a "remodel" is done in a different construction period than the original property, then a separate Ba-gua is required for the "addition." Before or after a remodel, you may want to call our office for a ONE hour phone consultation to review, remedy and/or enhance your property. Also, a phone or email "Yeah/Nay" consultation is recommended prior to purchasing "any" property.

Sunday, June 27, 2010

Questions: Inside the Home

Question: I live in a split foyer house and the first thing you see when you come up the stairs is the kitchen. What do I need to do? I have been told the kitchen should not be the first thing to see when you enter a house?

Answer: You can add a tall plant, Asian screen or furniture between the entrance door and kitchen, to slow down and to redirect Chi... energy.

Question: My wife and I are having a friendly dispute in our kitchen about keeping a nice set of kitchen knives out on the counter. I cook a lot and find it convenient to have them out and always within reach for chopping vegetables etc. She maintains that it is bad Feng Shui and the knives should be put away behind cupboard doors. I argue that our kitchen has been full of good energy and happiness for years and it is much more convenient to have them out on the counter. What would be the opinion of a Feng Shui expert?

Answer: From a Feng Shui perspective it is bad Feng Shui to leave knives exposed. However, I'm smiling because in my city home I have the knives put away, and in my mountain home I have them out on the counter. So, I'm probably not the best Feng Shui consultant to ask!

The reason for hiding knives is strictly based on health and SAFETY. So, if you are a family that is in balance, and are just having a "friendly dispute," and/or do not live in a high risk (crime) area, then you should be fine either way. Nonetheless, you will want to trust your gut on this one!

Question: Where is the gua area of my home?

Answer: "Typically" a house has 9 gua areas, and 9 gua areas divide each room inside a house as well. You can learn how to use the Ba-gua (9 gua areas) correctly in our FENG SHUI EMPOWERMENT program.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

A baby horse on its mom's lap





This is a newborn offspring of Taskin, a Gypsy Stallion

owned by Villa Vanners of Oregon .

These pictures were taken immediately after his birth on April 6.

The mare laid down, and then he trotted around and crawled right

up into her lap.



Feng Shui LOCATION & PLACEMENT

Question: Hi Suzee, I am hunting for a house. There is this house with its back facing a temple, is it bad Feng Shui?

Answer: It depends if it's a Jewish synagogue or Buddhist temple. The former is like a church; it has happy and sad events that take place within - so lots of emotions can create Sha Chi. Thus the Chinese believe it is not good Feng Shui to live within a mile of a religious or sad facility ... like a cemetery.

A Buddhist temple, on the other hand, is about philosophy not religion. One can actually feel energized living next to or near a Temple such as this - as they are usually built on mountain tops or located in high energy vortexes.

Question: What is the correct location of the LOVE/ROMANCE section according to my BAGUA for my bedroom if I'm facing inside the door it's the upper right hand corner, correct?

Answer: You are correct! It is the upper right hand corner when using the Western Ba-gau approach to Feng Shui.

Question: Good afternoon, In what area of the house do Christian Religious icons go to? Thank you.

Answer: The best placement is in the SPIRITUALITY and/or HEALTH and FAMILY gua areas of the house; however, hallways and bathrooms can be utilized as well. The only exception to the above is within the sacred space of one's master bedroom and bath!

Question: I will soon start a business that will sell organic beauty products and would like to know what colors should I use in my web page. My business name is SolOOrganico and had made it in green, but I can change it since the business is not open yet. Thank you!!!

Answer: Green is GOOD for your type of business, as long as you also add FIRE to lift the energy on your home page. Without fire ... there will be little to no sales!

CLICK HERE to listen or read about other great Feng Shui tips on how to create a productive and powerful website.

Question: How do you protect yourself from negative energy that is directed to you by your boss/manager?

Answer: I believe in the saying: "LOVE your enemies and you will rob them of their ammunition!" Therefore, I would surround your boss in PINK (love) light and place his/her name in the FRIENDLY RELATIONS area of your office as well. Make sure to bless this person daily, and to let me know what happens! :)

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

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Bed & Sleep Alignment

Question: I am searching for a remedy to correct the position of head placement while sleeping to no avail. I am a west person, and my head faces east while sleeping. I have no other bed arrangements for my room to correct this. Are there any remedies for this? I would appreciate any help or tip you can give.

Answer: The human body is like a compass that is constantly trying to align with compatible energy in the Universe. Based on an ancient math calculation, each human being has 4 "Empowering" and 4 "Depleting" ENERGY directions. When we honor our best directions at work, at play, at study, and during sleep, our body is able to replenish and re-energize itself.

A simple solution to your situation, is to sleep at the opposite end of the bed at night, which would be West! However, it's advisable to place an Asian screen, furniture and/or a pillow behind your head to protect you while you sleep, if you are exposed to open space. (click here to find out your best health and sleep directions www.ChiQuiz.biz )

Question: I have been told that when you are in bed lying down and your feet are directly pointing at the door it is bad for that person or a 'death position.' Can you enlighten me about the good/bad of having your feet point this way? If it is bad, how can this be remedied if the bed must remain in its current position?

Answer: You are correct; it is not considered "healthy" or "safe" Feng Shui. This is referred to as the "coffin" position. If possible, try to move the bed to one side of the room out of direct alignment with your bedroom door. You will also want to keep the door closed when you sleep to slow down chi...energy.

ENERGY is POWERFUL; it can "stream or scream" through doors, walls and even mountains, like a breeze or like a tornado! For more information on your best health, sleep and care directions visit this link.

Home Feng Shui

Question: What area should I enhance to attract a new home? We live in an apartment and are ready to buy a house, but there are few choices.

Answer: If you are a family, you will want to enhance the HEALTH & FAMILY GUA area of your apartment. If you are a couple, enhance the PARTNERSHIP & MARRIAGE. Do this along with the SPIRITUALITY & KNOWLEDGE gua area so that you make a wise and informed decision on the right property to buy.

Question: My stove is gas and is in the North West. Any cure besides moving it?

Answer: You have nothing to worry about, you are reading/learning (superstitious) Chinese beliefs. If you are worried, set the INTENTION that your life and home are in perfect balance and harmony.

Question: I am designing my kitchen for a new house and the only place for the oven, microwave and warming drawer is next to the refrigerator. Is this good Feng Shui?

Answer: The elements Fire and Water this close to each other in a kitchen is not good, healthy or safe Feng Shui.

Question: If you were building a new home, what would be better? 1 or 2 story? My client is looking at 4,000 SF

Answer: The environment, location of the property, the shape of the lot and the floor plan are what matters the most!

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Feng Shui Wind Chimes

Question: What kind of wind chime can I use in the living room?

Answer: You DO NOT want to place a wind chime inside a home; it's both tasteless and useless. Wind chimes were used inside homes in China, in ancient times, because they were flimsy houses and the wind could blow through them, creating sound which moves Chi... ENERGY. Moving metal is a cure we use in Classical Feng Shui to remedy a difficult energy pattern called 2/5. Unfortunately, many books and schools recommend wind chimes inside houses... this is due to lack of understanding the original intention behind its use. Aside from this, a dangling wind chime or flute inside a home is the antithesis of good Feng Shui... an environment of harmony, grace, balance and aesthetic beauty.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Office Feng Shui and Workplace Harmony

Question: What can I do to improve business and experience less jealousy in the work environment?

Answer: I don't know what type of business you are in but I suggest that you start by space clearing your office environment first. This includes the removal of clutter... excess furniture, old files, papers and miscellaneous "things" - to increase the dynamic flow of life force energy. LESS is MORE in Feng Shui... "less" will free you from struggle, conflict & stuckness; it will also open up new pathways of opportunity and abundance.

In addition, learn how to be a FRIEND - become kinder and friendlier, and hold in consciousness "only" positive & loving thoughts, feelings, actions and words. To criticize or shame others will not only create more chaos in your life, but it will also cut you off from the "limitless" supply of blessings and abundance that is available to you. When you become what you want others to be, they will be. Every issue and challenge in your personal and professional life is always about SELF.

Friday, June 11, 2010

The Number Nine and Feng Shui

TRUTH: Nine enhances any number it is with, thus it is the most important number of all.

The number 8, to the Chinese, represents present money and wealth. The number 9 represents future money – continued wealth and abundance.

If you have space available for a fish pond outside or an aquarium inside, add 9 goldfish or Koi/Carp, of which 8 should be red and gold and 1 black. (multi-colors are fine for salt water aquariums) The purpose of the one black fish is that it will attract all that is negative or undesirable. Do not worry if a fish dies. It is believed that the fish that dies absorbs "bad luck" intended for one of the occupants. Black represent “Career” and gold, red & reflective colors represent “Fame and Fortune”. Which do you think is more important to the Chinese - career or fame and fortune?

TIP: DO NOT keep fish in the following areas: bathrooms, bedrooms (2 gold fish are okay), or kitchen as the belief is they will create material loss.

INTENTION: My good Reputation precedes me wherever I go in life. I am a Magnet for Fame, Fortune and Wealth!

Thursday, June 10, 2010

Feng Shui and Space Clearing

QUESTION: I moved into a house 10 months ago,and feel like i don't know where to start or what to do downstairs. I have boxes and clutter and I'm starting to hate this house because of it. I'm feeling negative about my whole life... I need advice on what to do!

ANSWER: Once you declutter your environment, you will start to feel better and begin to regain your center. Try to view this as an opportunity to let go of "things" that no longer nurture, enhance or enrich your soul. Start with one box at a time... a day at a time.

Space clearing an environment can bring up a lot of emotions... ranging from exhilaration and freedom to anxiety, anger, stress, tears, and/or fatigue. So be kind to yourself. The goal is to create an environment that supports harmony, peace and balance. Sometimes the emotions we pick up in an environment are not even our own, so I also suggest cleansing everything thoroughly (cabinets, drawers, walls, floors, carpet, window coverings etc.) before you begin to unpack. Consciously cleanse away the old, this will allow Chi... life force energy... into your home and heart. It is also a wonderful way to start off the New Year... right!

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Western Feng Shui

QUESTION: I have a question regarding Feng Shui in the United States. I read in a Feng Shui book or article that if your front door is facing (for example) east in the US that since Feng Shui is basically an "eastern" (China) science that everything in your house would be opposite. Such as if your bedroom would be best in a southeast corner then in America it should put in the opposite area, which would be northwest. Is that correct, or would Feng Shui be the same as far as direction for anywhere the world - which means if your bed should be in the southeast corner according to your Feng Shui "chart" then it would be in the southeast corner anywhere in the world?

ANSWER: This is a very good question. I know Feng Shui can get VERY confusing as no two consultants, authors or masters see, view or do Feng Shui the same way. Some Feng Shui peers believe Kua numbers change in the Southern Hemisphere. I personally do not agree with this approach - but it does not mean it doesn't work, as I believe too, that a Feng Shui consultant's INTENTION and commitment to his or her belief is powerful enough to change energy. I also believe a client's faith and trust (or lack thereof) in their consultant (or favorite book) also dictates the quality and degree of Feng Shui results one will, or will not, experience.

Irrespective of the approach you decide to take, it's important to keep in mind that each Element (person) has 4 Empowerment directions that support them, and 4 that do not, this applies to gua areas of one's home as well. So the answer, regardless of your election, is not so cut and dry. Also, your question governs ONE school of Feng Shui only. I believe in the integration of schools, and that many layers and/or approaches are not only necessary, but also paramount to the creation of good Feng Shui!

Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Feng Shui Bagua vs. Directions

Question: I've been studying on my own, and want to know if you believe more strongly in the bagua or directions when Feng Shui'ng a home or property FOR SALE. For example, the bagua says career should line up with your front door but what if the front door is in the south? You are not supposed to put water in the southern area for career. Is this when you would use direction within that particular room to add the water feature in the "career" area and not the house as a whole?

Answer: I differ with most books and consultants in this regard, as I use Western Ba-gua Feng Shui "without" directions associated with it. When selling a house, REALTORS are taught to use the Ba-gua based on the front door as that is where buyers enter property. In regards to your personal home, you will want to Feng Shui from your main access entry, which could be the garage door, kitchen door, side door or front door. In addition, if you work from a home based office - I would double insure and also lift the Chi at the front door, no matter where your main entrance door is located. I believe you will find this approach less confusing and the results more dynamic.

Monday, June 7, 2010

Feng Shui in a Bedroom-Office

Question: My home office is upstairs in a portion of my bedroom, as I have no extra room. How can I Feng Shui this room to bring me better chi and results with money?

Answer: An office is saturated with Electromagnetic pollution. You can put a band-aid on the situation by adding a wood or Asian screen between your work area and bed, however, Sha Chi will end up moving above, below, around and through it. Our health is the most precious commodity we possess and the one most people give the least consideration to, until a crisis happens. The last place one should work from is their bedroom, where balanced energy and "undisturbed" rest is needed to rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit.

Besides the above health reasons for not working from your bedroom, it is also the antithesis of good Feng Shui to do so. It shows the world that you come from scarcity-poverty consciousness and thus the Universe cannot mirror back all that you are worth. I suggest you find another area/room in your house to place your office, or consider moving... yourself. Until then, at least protect your health with an EMF Feng Shui Protection pendant.

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Sunday, June 6, 2010

Feng Shui Aquarium Placement

Question: Where should the fish tank be kept in the house?

Answer: There are no two consultants that will tell you the same thing regarding the answer to your question. In my opinion the "unseen" energy (based on exact compass degrees) dictates where water is required inside a home. For example, in a "reversed" house you would want to place an aquarium as close to the back of the house as possible, provided the gua area did not call for FIRE as a remedy.

Regardless what kind of house you occupy, I would avoid placing a large body of water (big fish tank over 25 gallons) in bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens. Also, the facing direction is not as important as location. WATER located in the SW and East gua areas of a home or property is auspicious for the accumulation of money and wealth through 2023!

Saturday, June 5, 2010

Those who look for beauty, find it




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Question: We live in Argentina. We are interested in receiving information about Feng Shui. Is it possible to learn Feng Shui from such a distance?

Answer: All of our Feng Shui Educational Products are "self study," that you can do it at your own pace. In addition, our goal is to make Feng Shui fun, fast and EASY to learn. Too, you won't find the information contained in our audio & print programs anywhere in a book store. A great starter course is Suzee's FENG SHUI EMPOWERMENT – a Feng Shui learning program that comes with graphic charts.

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Friday, June 4, 2010

Feng Shui and the Law of Attraction

Question: I have been a hard worker all my life, but I am never monetarily looked after. I feel it is my fate as others who work less then me often end up getting more perks, etc. I want to improve this as i need to think of my children's future. How can I do this?

Answer: The Universe can only deliver to us what we hold in consciousness. In life we have the option to choose to be victimized, or victorious. In reality, NO person, place, or condition is our source of wealth, happiness, health or abundance. Our thoughts and emotions along with our connection to the divine, dictates our destiny... minute by minute. When we focus on what we are grateful and thankful for instead of what is lacking in our lives, the Universe will deliver to us more things to be grateful and thankful for... it's called the LAW of ATTRACTION. I highly recommend viewing the DVD... THE SECRET, as it will teach you simple and fun ways to turn your existing "fate" into immediate... good fortune.

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Thursday, June 3, 2010

Night Time Feng Shui

TRUTH: Light up the walkway to your front door so that it’s illuminated at night. This will hold the same intention as daytime colorful flowers. Chi – ENERGY – follows any path it can see, thus the combination of the two will direct good energy to your home. The mouth of Chi (front door) is where opportunity and good fortune can find you. Thus night time Feng Shui will light up the prospects for continued blessings in your life. It’s also important to make sure that there are no missing, broken or burned out lights leading to your home!

TIP: Malibu, solar or small tubular white lights work!

INTENTION: My life and career are crystal clear. The pathway to opportunity and good fortune is illuminated every step of the way. I AM divinely guided and blessed.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Common Feng Shui Questions

Question: What is the best shape carpet to have at the entryway of a home or listing?

Answer: If the entry room allows, I always suggest octagon, oval or round to slow down and spin the Chi as it enters your home. This allows energy to circulate everywhere, as energy follows whatever pathway it is shown, including climbing walls and ceilings too.

Question: In terms of work and romantic partners, are people most compatible with the same element as they are, or the opposite element?

Answer: No doubt opposites do attract. However generally speaking, it is easier communicating & being with a compatible element than one in an opposite Group. In classical Feng Shui, their are 8 elements - 4 in East Group, and 4 in West Group. If you don't know someone's element, click onto www.ChiQuiz.biz to find out more about them and YOU. Our Element Audios go into great detail on this sophisticated school of Feng Shui called Eight Mansions, which honors specific power directions for improved health, wealth, fame, success and communication.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Testimonial

"When I moved to my new townhouse my life was

completely out of balance and control. I started feeling very lonely, depressed, having a lot of health problems, gaining weight and having no energy to do anything. Then I called Suzee for a Feng Shui consultation and she helped get my home and office Feng Shui in order.

During the consultation of my home, Suzee predicted all the health problems I was experiencing without me even telling her. Within two days of doing my Feng Shui bedroom and changing the position

that I sleep in according to her advice, I experienced a HUGE difference in my energy. I was finally having a great nights' sleep.

A couple of weeks later, I also started feeling PEACEFUL and in balance again. People have started being more supportive and friendly to me. I already have lost 10 pounds (I haven't been able to lose weight in years)! I have a lot more energy, many more business prospects, and a lot of new opportunities are knocking at my door – without me even asking for them. Feng Shui is amazing. Suzee, you are really a blessing!"


Size Matters in Feng Shui!

TRUTH: SIZE matters in more ways than one! :)

The size of your entrance door is important. It should be proportionate to your house and the doors within the house should be proportionate to the rooms inside the house. If a door is too small, it will not allow enough GOOD energy to enter and circulate. This will diminish the occupants chances of health, wealth and happiness. To remedy this situation hang artwork high to lift Chi.

If a door is proportionately too large, then too much Chi... energy... will enter and overwhelm the occupants. In this scenario, no matter how much wealth or luck enters, the house will not be able to contain good fortune. To remedy this situation, place a heavy metal object near the door such as a sculpture, or hide metal plates in a pot under a plant.

TIP: Keep in mind that in Feng Shui everything in one's environment is a METAPHOR for what is happening, or what may not be happening in one's life or career. I believe INTENTION, the fourth realm of energy, can supersede the worst Feng Shui!

INTENTION: My home supports and enriches my life in healthy and vibrant ways. I live a life of peace, harmony, and balance with my loved ones. Our home is a home of good fortune and blessings!