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Basic Feng Shui Tools

Tools for Adjusting Energy

  • Bright or Light –Refracting Objects – crystals, mirrors, lights. If placed in the exact center of the space, these enhance the general health of an individual or business.
  • Kinetic Energy - fountains, mirrors (water objects). These symbolize wealth and prosperity.
  • Sound Objects – chimes and bells. These help focus attention and send a message and provide a wake-up call.
  • Living Objects – plants and flowers. They represent vitality and bring growth and potential.
  • Heavy Objects – stones and statues. These bring balance and stability.
  • Moving Objects – mobiles, windmills, fountains, whirligigs. They create movement in your life.
  • Power Sources – electrical appliances. These spark activity and change. Spiritual Power symbols provide protection and support.
  • Fragrance – incense and aromatherapy. Fragrances help to clear negative energy.
  • Touch – silk, velvet, satin fabric, fur. Pleasing textures provide nurturing and balance and stability.
  • Other – bamboo, flutes, beaded curtains, re-arranging furniture. These items can strengthen your intent associated with a particular area in your home or workplace.
  • Colors of each area of the Basic Feng Shui Map – “Bagua” (see Feng Shui at home section) – focusing on a particular color strengthens your intent associated with that area.

Controlling Clutter

  • Hang a round faceted crystal in the center of your home or workspace or in the center of a cluttered area.
  • Move 27 objects in one room that haven’t been moved in over a year.
  • Spend 15 minutes a day for 27 days to clear a cluttered area.
  • Overlay the Bagua in a room and begin the process of de-cluttering in areas that are the most critical at this moment.
  • Eliminate any “just in case” items.
  • Remove everything from the front and sides of your refrigerator for 9 days.
  • Utilize a basket or box for your mail to prevent it from spreading all over the house.
  • Leave the top of you dresser or fireplace mantel completely empty for 9 days.
  • Give away one bag of old clothing each week for 9 weeks.
  • Donate books to charity in quantities of nine (i.e. 9 books, 27, 36, 45, etc.).
  • Throw out or file 9 items on your desk that you no longer need.
  • If your entire house is cluttered, begin with your bedroom.
  • Give thanks to the items you’re disposing of before they leave your life.
  • Eliminate clutter near the front door to invite in more opportunities
  • Begin small – de-clutter your purse or wallet!

Source: Intentional Spaces©, Hinda Abrahamson (Feng Shui Consultations).