MIRRORS (Part Two)
By Suzanne Metzger
A Personal Note from Suzanne, & Free Lecture Information
Greetings Everyone!
As we enter October, the Children’s area of the Bagua still holds prominence.
As I mentioned in last month’s newsletter, this is a time of transition and a natural time to let go of anything you no longer need or love. Releasing old clothing and things we no longer use obviously comes to mind. But, other things you may wish to release are activities, groups, and hobbies that no longer nurture you or fulfill your current goals.
One of the most important aspects of Children is its relationship to creativity. Creating either physical or emotional space, even in a small way, signals the universe that there’s room to generate something new.
In my own journey forward, I’ve spent the past month cleaning out files, clearing away incomplete projects, and rearranging some furniture. In Feng Shui terms, this is moving ch’i. Although I don’t know what’s next, I trust that it will be revealed as the space continues to open.
If you too are sensing an approaching change, start moving things around. Pick any area. Start cleaning, tossing, or shifting things around. Don’t worry about when the changes will come. Trust the Universe to let you know when it’s time to take other actions.
See what happens--and let me know! ~ Suzanne
Mirrors (Part 2)
MIRRORS IN THE BEDROOM
Bedrooms usually feel more peaceful without mirrors. This is controversial and not all Feng Shui experts agree about this. However, I usually suggest that you have no more than one well-placed mirror in your bedroom.
Grandmaster Lin Yun, who is responsible for popularizing Feng Shui in the United States and modifying traditional Chinese teachings so that they better harmonize with western culture, tells us that having a mirror centered at the foot of the bed is auspicious. My own experience tells me that this is usually, but not always, true.
Some points you should know about
mirrors in the bedroom:
- If you have difficulty sleeping, remove all mirrors from your sleeping area--or at least cover them at night.
- Any time you have a mirror at the foot of your bed, it should be centered. This is especially important when two people share a bed.
* If your closet doors are mirrored, install a drape that can be easily opened or pulled to one side when you need to open the closet or to view yourself. If this isn’t possible, use a portable screen or find another way to cover them at night. - Mirrors should never cut across any part of your body while you are sleeping. This often happens if you have a full length mirror beside your bed or if your bed faces a bathroom.
- If you’re unable to see the entrance to your bedroom while laying on your back in bed, place a mirror so that the door is reflected.
- Pay close attention to whatever is reflected in your bedroom mirror. Check it from every angle. If your mirror reflects anything not suggestive of romance, relaxation, or a good night’s sleep, remove the item.
- In a child’s bedroom, the mirror should be hung so that they can easily see their entire head while standing. As they grow, the mirror should be raised. A mirror hung too high, sends the subliminal message that they don’t measure up.
Next month, we’ll complete this series with general information you should know about mirrors.
Sweet Dreams!
Suzanne
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