mirror, mirror, on which wall

Mirrors have been called the “aspirin” of feng shui, as they can be used in various ways to solve many different energy problems within your environment.  Although there are several types of mirrors used in feng shui, today I’m writing about the everyday flat functional mirrors that we all have in our homes.  Here are a few basic tips for placement of these mirrors: 

1) always consider what you are reflecting - these mirrors double the energy of what they reflect;
2) ensure that anyone using the mirror can see at least six inches above their heads; 
3) try to leave mirrors out of the bedroom if at all possible or cover them at night for a more restful sleep; 
4) no matter where you place them, always keep them sparkling clean. 

Of course, this is just the beginning when it comes to mirror placement in feng shui, but this will get you started.  The next time you pass a mirror in your home, look to see what else it is reflecting.  Is it something you love or is it your garbage can?

begin the day

On our tenth anniversary, my husband surprised me with a trip to Mexico.  I love authentic Mexican cooking (I'm all about the food) and so Mexico was somewhere that I had always wanted to visit.  When we travel, we always try to bring a bit of the culture home with us.  On this trip, we brought home some Mexican vanilla, colourful handmade pottery and a picture of a palm tree that we absolutely love.  A few years later when I had decided to redesign our master suite, I used that picture as the inspiration.  Since I believe that everyone should wake up to something beautiful, I purchased a live palm tree for our room, similar to the one in the picture and it's the first thing I see when I open my eyes.  Not only does it look great, it works wonderfully with our picture and it reminds me of that trip.  In addition though, it is a lovely way to begin my day and it tells my subconscious mind exactly what I want it to … pure blissful happiness.  Tomorrow morning, pay attention to what it is that you first see when you open your eyes.  Is it laundry ... or a palm tree?

the front door

In feng shui, your front door represents the way that you interact with the world.  In addition, it is what draws attention (and energy) to your home.  Take a step back from your home and objectively look at your front door.  Do you notice it from the street or do you pass by without interest?  Is it exciting, vibrant and “full of energy"?  Is it a calm and relaxing contrast to your dynamic home?  What else do you notice now that you are once again looking as if for the first time?  Do you notice the garden hose before you notice the door, for example?  Are there items that you wish to move?  If you wish to make changes in your life, begin with your door.  If you would like help, call a feng shui consultant!