Feng
Shui Enhancements
What’s happening when Feng Shui doesn’t seem to be working?
When we incorporate a Feng Shui enhancements, we usually begin to notice
changes within a short time--often within hours and at other times within
a couple of weeks. Then there are those times when it appears that nothing
is happening. We may have even forgotten that we’ve made an adjustment
until we assess our lives months later and realize that what we intended
really did take place. Often the magic of Feng Shui has been happening
all along--however it’s been occurring outside of our conscious
awareness and its effects have just needed time to manifest in the physical
world. It appears that when anything in the universe is altered, everything
else is affected and there is a subtle shift in everything else.
But, what about those times when our intended results do not manifest
at all or we even achieve something opposite of the desired effect? Several
possible reasons are:
1. We’ve implemented the wrong remedy. Usually no harm has been
done and any resulting shifts are outside of our sphere of interest or
attention and we are not consciously aware of them.
2. We’ve placed too many cures when one (the correct one, of course) would have been more effective.
3. The cure has been done to manipulate or even harm another person.
4. The cure needs time to “steep” and grow into its fullness. This often happens because the person performing the cure is not ready for a change either because they need to grow into it or because of karmic reasons.
5. There’s a protective factor at work and the changes are not in our best interest. Usually the reason will become clear later in life.
6. Other factors need to be examined in addition to Feng Shui. When the Chinese speak about the effectiveness of Feng Shui, they say that there are five factors which influence our success: the first level is fate or destiny; the second level is luck; the third level is Feng Shui; the fourth level is the accumulation of good deeds; and the fifth level is education, study, and hard work. They further go on to say that you must examine all of these factors when something goes wrong. They also believe that whenever you perform Feng Shui cures, you must also perform good deeds and that these good deeds accumulate.
7. The Theory of Multiple Causes. Whenever you plant a seed, something
may occur to disrupt its germination and growth. An example in nature
would be that you plant a seed that for some reason is unearthed. Then
a bird may come along and pick up the seed and either eat it or deposit
it in another location, causing the fate of the seed to be altered; or
perhaps the seed didn’t receive enough moisture or nutrients to
live. In either case, the intention of the seed was thwarted.
In Feng Shui we believe that successful outcomes are also related to our
own personal growth. We emphasize regular study, meditation or devotional
practices, and cultivation of our personal ch’i in order to understand
and sense the correct enhancement and timing of each placement.
Feng Shui is not a static practice and requires constant attunement to
the changing circumstances in our lives and the society we live in. Its
body of knowledge has gradually developed over thousands of years in order
to adapt to modern living. For instance, in modern times we recognize
that the “ever changing bagua” with the front door position
defining the mouth of ch’i is more reliable in determining the flow
of energy than the compass direction. Also, architectural styles have
changed dramatically reflecting our shift from a primarily agrarian lifestyle
to a fast paced and linear thinking society. In the past the influence
of airports, malls, and fast food restaurants never needed to be considered
in Feng Shui. As our needs continue both personally and collectively to
shift, Feng Shui will also continue to adapt.
Fortunate blessings. May your personal journey flow easily. Suzanne
Reminder Upcoming Offerings
• FENG SHUI & THE VISION CONNECTION Learn about structural and placement features which can affect your eyesight and what to do about them. One or two of Grandmaster Lin Yun's methods for nourishing the eyes and some more esoteric thoughts about vision will also be introduced. SAT.. AUGUST 21st - 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
• INTRO TO NATURAL EYESIGHT IMPROVEMENT This fast-moving experiential introductory class will emphasize the basics of vision improvement in a playful & unique format which will assist you in integrating natural vision activities into your daily life.
Natural vision training is especially appropriate for people who are nearsighted, farsighted, have astigmatism, and presbyopia ("middle-aged" vision problems). It is also recommended for people who want to maintain good eyesight and people who just want to take care of their eyes. (People with other vision problems are welcome and may benefit, but the class is designed to assist people with the problems mentioned above.
(No, this is not a Feng Shui class and Feng Shui information will not be presented but I have background as a Certified Natural Vision Instructor and will offer this along with “Feng Shui & The Vision Connection” listed above, because I know that vision improvement can change people’s lives.)
If you're considering registering for this class, please call before Friday, August 13th. As part of the registration process, I will take a vision history over the phone--in part to acquaint myself with class members and their vision issues and in part to determine whether you will benefit from the class. SAT., AUGUST 21st - 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• FENG
SHUI FOR CLUTTERBUGS Learn What Clutter is Really About--including
the Feng Shui Implications
Begins Tuesday, September 14th - 6:30 p.m. 6 weeks.
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Info Contact
Suzanne Metzger • Feng Shui Consulting Services
(719) 260-7207 or SuzyM@earthlink.net
www.FengShuiConsultingServices.net