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• Five Life-Changing Little Words - by Jami Lin
• Feng Shui Home and Garden Tips -Part I - by Jami Lin
• Feng Shui Home and Garden Tips -Part II - by Jami Lin

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The Essence of Feng Shui: Balancing Your Body, Home, and Life With Fragrance by Jami Lin

Five Life-Changing Little Words - by Jami Lin

The past few issues were evolving our personal and professional life using complex and scientific Feng Shui aspects that required considerable concentrated focus. Because our lives are so bombarded with so many "have too’s," "want too’s," and external stimuli, most often we are mentally over-taxed. In this offering, let’s lighten up, go with the flow, and be in the moment with easier Mental Energy Feng Shui aspects.

Recently, I traded Interior Design and Feng Shui for a brainstorm on web design, marketing, and strategic planning. The content and language, while somewhat familiar, required my complete attention. Thousands of ideas jumbled in my head to promote Feng Shui. (If people aren’t made aware of its transformational and life-enriching benefits, its wonder cannot be of service.)

Observing my thoughts as if from the inside out, my sensitive friend noticed that my head was ready to explode with the overload of how to formulate and set in motion all my new plans. Almost as if an "oh, by the way comment," mysteriously hidden among all the heady-lingo, he said, "do what you can do."

The creativity continued and my type-A mentality continued to race. Written all over my face, he read, "how am I to do it all? What if I work a million hours a day . . . "

He stopped the lesson and with such a gentle, loving smile, he softly repeated, "do what you can do."

I heard him this time. I quieted, and while the momentum was still peaked, the crazed insatiable desire to the breaking point of panic was softened by the freedom of these simple, yet liberating words.

We have all been there. So mentally full, we miss the subtle jewels that enhance our lives in the most profound ways.

In the same way that we get busy and think that we have lost our essential spiritual core, within that momentary awareness, our sense of connection is immediately returned. As soon as we remember that we are all human and can only do what we can do at any given time, the choice becomes clear. Do we want to force an outcome which only creates suffering or do we want to relax in the moment by selecting the next experience (which may be the gift of doing nothing!) with the knowledge that its ease will manifest a successful completion?

In the quite of your spirit and the joyful ease of moving to accomplishment, it is often better to write down the questions, ask your higher self to provide guidance, and purposefully leave the canvas blank. Be conscious of the decision to not force a decision, go play the other essentials of life, and allow the incubation to occur on its own. When you come back, your fountain will be refreshed, in the meantime, tasks were accomplished with joy, energy wasn’t wasted in struggle, and new creativity flows.

While intentions of doing our best to be of planetary service and make a difference in our world, we are more useful to ourselves, and then to others, when we learn how to reduce our inner anxiety and self-inflicted stress. From within, there is more graciousness to share without. It all starts with me (and you), doing the best of what you can do with joy. His words were a blessing, and while I need to always remind myself of them, I hope they will inspire you to do the same... "do what you can do."

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Jami Lin - Jami Lin is an internationally renowned lecturer, author, and consultant on all Feng Shui traditions, including Flying Star, Eight Mansions, Compass and Black Sect traditions along with humanitarian, psychological, and intuitive aspects. She authored Feng Shui Today and The Essence of Feng Shui. She compiled The Feng Shui Anthology and the NEW The Personalized Feng Shui Consultation Series: the do-it-yourself, professional consultation! She also created an exciting how-to video, "Feng Shui Today: Enrich Your Life by Design," noted as "the industry's finest."

A graduate of the University of Florida School of Architecture with over 25 years' experience as a corporate and residential interior designer, Jami includes good creative design and practicality, for beautiful, effective Feng Shui in accordance with her client's decorative taste and budget.

Jami continues to pioneer the transformation of Feng Shui into an approachable tool for mainstream use. Enjoy FREE readings, predictions & newsletter at www.jamilin.com

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Feng Shui Today: Earth Design - by Jami Lin Deepak Chopra's review describes this book the best...(Professional interior designer and Feng Shui expert) draws from sacred architecture, geomancy, astrology, and the organic approaches of visionary architects. Jami presents practical and inexpensive ideas to bring harmony to your surroundings in a book that goes far beyond Feng Shui.

From the Back Cover

Decorate for Greater Health, Wealth and Happiness! Beautify your home and office as you apply nature's de-mystified secrets proven to enhance abundance and well-being. Add Feng Shui, Green Design, Native American and Astrological Arts, Mythology, Universal Philosophy and Sacred Site knowledge to your environment. Jami Lin pioneered the transformation of Feng Shui by integrating practical interior decorating and self-development, to bring EarthDesign home to the spirit. Jami Lin is an internationally renown lecturer and consultant on Feng Shui, with over twenty years experience as a professional interior designer. "Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension captures the essence of ancient and contemporary knowledge of the east and west. Whether you are a Feng Shui practitioner, architect, divinator, a scholar of I-Ching, life philosophy, theology, spirituality, or environmental protection, Feng Shui Today is a valuable reference." Feng Shui Master, Lin Yun "Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension is an elegant and cleverly assembled account of the various ways that buildings can be designed to maximize their potential for environmental harmony." Derek Walters, Feng Shui author/expert "Feng Shui is hot, and the experts agree that this small press book is better than the offerings of the major publishers." Bookazine Distributors "Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension is an impressive and environmentally safe. It is a wealth of information with a refreshingly original synthesis of Feng Shui, informative guide to making your home or office more beautiful, functional geomancy and design." Intuition Magazine

From the Author
I felt it was important to de-mystify Feng Shui. I did this through historic and scientific validation through universal and cross-cultural design concepts from "stone age to new age." Then the concepts are presented with practical and easy-to-use decorative ideas to work within whatever decorative style. If you want a thorough lesson in Feng Shui, creative ideas, and to enhance all aspects of your life, this is the book for you. INSIDE FLAP: "Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension is a self-directed spiritual journey, guided by our connection to substance and form. Approachable enough for beginners, it draws surprising new connections for even the advanced student of Feng Shui by tying in Jami's knowledge of architecture, interior design, and a variety of metaphysical subjects." New Leaf Distributing "Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension is a great reference book on Feng Shui !" Arizona Networking News "I had no idea that "Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension would cover your whole way of life. What a great book!" The Open Line: Spokane " Feng Shui Today, Earth Design the Added Dimension is an excellent handbook on the science and mysticism of a practice as old as man's need for shelter, dedicated to the improvement of the human spirit and living condition." View on Design Magazine "Jami Lin, your presentation and command of the material is outstanding. Your architectural and interior design background provides practical Feng Shui." International Miami Book Fair.

 

Feng Shui Today: Earth Design - by Jami Lin Deepak Chopra's review describes this book the best...(Professional interior designer and Feng Shui expert) draws from sacred architecture, geomancy, astrology, and the organic approaches of visionary architects. Jami presents practical and inexpensive ideas to bring harmony to your surroundings in a book that goes far beyond Feng Shui.  Click to buy or readmore

Feng Shui Home and Garden Tips -Part I by Jami Lin

My goal is to teach you to THINK so you can apply the Feng Shui concepts in your various life situations. As you "play" with me and Feng Shui you will begin to better understand what I am saying, so that you can practice Feng Shui principles in your daily life. For those of you who are interested, my TeleCourses offer a convenient way to better learn, understand and apply the concepts.

Blessings to all of you as you continue on this path. Thanks for joining the Feng Shui journey with me.

Feng Shui Garden Tips:

• The entry of your home or office should be open and inviting, trim away foliage that may be blocking the path of Chi.
• Throw out dead flowers or plants, they have lost their vitality.
• Never use dried flowers: where possible live is always better than silk.
• Try to make walkways leading toward your door and all paths of energy curvilinear to invite good energy to flow.
• Do not have ant thorny bushes or shaped edged accessories any exterior or interior pathway.

Feng Shui Living Room Tips:

• The living room should be close to the entry because it is usually an expansive space.
• Good family feelings and friends should circulate in this area.
• Furniture should be arranged in a square or octagonal shape.
• Make sure that all visitors, especially your guest of honor can see the front door.
• Do not have furniture face the fireplace is you want peaceful conversations and a harmonious environment.
• Furniture should be comfortable and supportive.
• Where natural light is not readily available, especially in corridors and entry vestibules, make sure they are well illuminated.
• Avoid sharp pointed buildings, wall corners, furniture or accessories pointed directly at your house, bed or desk. It is reminiscent of a cutting knife edge or a disapproving finger.

Feng Shui Bedroom Tips:

• Always position your bed, desk, and stove to have a clear view of the door.
• Never sleep with a beam over your bed or put a shelf over it or your desk. Your world could fall down on you at any moment.
• Avoid sharp pointed buildings, wall corners, furniture or accessories pointed directly at your house, bed or desk. It is reminiscent of a cutting knife edge or a disapproving finger.
• Where natural light is not readily available, especially in corridors and entry vestibules, make sure they are well illuminated.
• Be careful of sharp angles form wall partitions or furniture pointing at you: soften them by hanging crystal balls or a plant in front of them.
• Heavy beams over where you sleep, work, or spend a lot of time can cause oppression and bad luck: Lift them up with a windchime or Chinese flute.
• Give your life foundation by placing the headboard of your bed up against a wall.
• Always keep garbage cans hidden.
• Stimulate chi with mobiles, scarves, ribbons, or SPINS.
• This is the most important room of the house, make sure that when selecting a new home, you consider all good Feng Shui aspects.
• The bedroom is the place to regenerate and regain your strength.
• Your health could suffer without proper Chi. Your bedroom is the most important!
• With the entry in close proximity you may feel tired and feel the subconscious lack of privacy.
• Do not have a mirror reflect the bed.

Feng Shui Dinning Room Tips:

• A mirror facing your table will double your food, the sign of riches and plenty: perhaps the center piece can be a full bowl of fresh, crystal, paper machete (etc), fruitful fruit!
• Give the chair of honor (facing the door) to your guest.
• Avoid sharp pointed buildings, wall corners, furniture or accessories pointed directly at your house, bed or desk. It is reminiscent of a cutting knife edge or a disapproving finger.
• Where natural light is not readily available, especially in corridors and entry vestibules, make sure they are well illuminated.
• Use round, oval, or octagonal shaped tables.
• Your dining room shouldn't be too close to the front door, guests and family will eat and run.
• Always try to eat facing one of your best directions.

Feng Shui Kitchen Tips:

• Always position your bed, desk, and stove to have a clear view of the door.
• The kitchen: nourishing part of house that allows you money access.
• Money is nurturing & water represents wealth.
• The kitchen affects digestion & your nervous system.
• If the kitchen were close to entry, you may be food oriented. Guests often come to eat. Chi and wealth could be washed down the sink.
• Avoid sharp pointed buildings, wall corners, furniture or accessories pointed directly at your house, bed or desk. It is reminiscent of a cutting knife edge or a disapproving finger.
• Where natural light is not readily available, especially in corridors and entry vestibules, make sure they are well illuminated.
• Your kitchen shouldn't be too close to the front door, you may grab a cookie every time you come or go, causing bad eating habits and ultimately heath problems

Feng Shui Entry/Foyer Tips:

• This is your room of first impressions: what are the symbols, do you feel good? Are your "impressed" with yourself and your life? YOU can easily make changes!
• After walking into your front door, it should open into an expansive and feel good space, not one that is restrictive in anyway or that faces a mirror, staircase or an open window.
• Where natural light is not readily available, especially in corridors and entry vestibules, make sure they are well illuminated.
• Avoid sharp pointed buildings, wall corners, furniture or accessories pointed directly at your house, bed or desk. It is reminiscent of a cutting knife edge or a disapproving finger.

Breathe in the sacred energy of your home, shedding outside influences.

Feng Shui Home and Garden Tips -Part II by Jami Lin

This article is a continuation of my goal to teach you to THINK so you can apply the Feng Shui concepts in your various life situations. As you "play" with me and Feng Shui you will begin to better understand what I am saying, so that you can practice Feng Shui principles in your daily life. For those of you who are interested, my TeleCourses offer a convenient way to better learn, understand and apply the concepts.

Blessings to all of you as you continue on this path. Thanks for joining the Feng Shui journey with me.

Feng Shui Garden Tips:

• Landscaping should be manicured regularly not to get overgrown, cover walkways or entry, or shadow the house.
• Where natural light is not readily available, especially in corridors and entry vestibules, make sure they are well illuminated.
• Avoid sharp pointed buildings, wall corners, furniture or accessories pointed directly at your house, bed or desk. It is reminiscent of a cutting knife edge or a disapproving finger.
• Always keep garbage cans hidden.

Feng Shui Living Room Tips:

• Place a choice one or two favorite pictures of your family are good in the living and/or family room.
• Add music in the living room so energy will be dispersed throughout the house: heavy metal wouldn't be the first choice!
• The living room should be designed with warm colors, comforting accessories, and with feel-good fabrics.
• Use your living room! As it is usually in the heart center of your home, use it to LIVE in!
• As often as possible, sit facing one of your best directions.
• Good earth-energy (life-situations) locations: Tai Chi/Heart Center (Earth) Wealth (Wood), Fame (Fire), Relationship (Earth), Children (Metal), Helpful People (Metal), Career (Water), Knowledge (Earth), Family (Wood).
• Good birth locations: Sheng Chi (Generating Breath), Tein Ti (Doc from Heaven), Nein Yen (Lengthened Years), Fu Wei (Harmony).

Feng Shui Bedroom Tips:

• Try to place your bed in the command position, the area furthest from the door and where you can easily see who may enter.
• Do not have your head up against a window or your feet facing the door: hang a crystal ball to protect your energy from being drained while you sleep.
• Have a solid headboard for foundation and stability.
• Never place a TV in your bedroom: it reflects like a mirror and it has too much Yang energy.
• Never have computer or exercise equipment in your bedroom: it is the space for loving, regenerating, and dreaming only!
• Make sure there is air space under your bed to wrap you in the nurturing arms of Chi while you sleep: this is not a storage area!
• Design with soft lighting and colors.
• Consider the artwork: is it loving and peaceful? Does it imply togetherness or singularity?
• Always sleep with the top of your head pointing toward one of your favorable directions.
• Good birth locations: Sheng Chi (Generating Breath), Tein Ti (Doc from Heaven), Nein Yen (Lengthened Years), Fu Wei (Harmony).
• Good earth-energy (life-situations) locations: Relationship (Earth).
• Mirrors are wonderful to expand space and direct energy, but never have it face the front door.
• Good birth locations: Sheng Chi (Generating Breath), Tein Ti (Doc from Heaven), Nein Yen (Lengthened Years), Fu Wei (Harmony).
• Good earth-energy (life-situations) locations: Wealth (Wood), Fame (Fire), Relationship (Earth), Children (Metal),
• Helpful People (Metal), Career (Water), Knowledge (Earth), Family (Wood).

Feng Shui Dinning Room Tips:

• Feeling under-the-weather, try to sit facing your Tien Ti.
• Good birth locations: Sheng Chi (Generating Breath), Tein Ti (Doc from Heaven), Nein Yen (Lengthened Years), Fu Wei (Harmony).
• Good earth-energy (life-situations) locations: Relationship (Earth), Children (Metal), Family (Wood).
• The entry of your home or office should be open and inviting, trim away foliage that may be blocking the path of Chi.
• Good birth locations: Sheng Chi (Generating Breath), Tein Ti (Doc from Heaven), Nein Yen (Lengthened Years), Fu Wei (Harmony).
• Good earth-energy (life-situations) locations: Wealth (Wood), Fame (Fire), Relationship (Earth), Children (Metal),
• Helpful People (Metal), Career (Water), Knowledge (Earth), Family (Wood).

Feng Shui Kitchen Tips:

• Keep the kitchen light and bright, it is the place where you create the nurturing food that provides good chi to yourself and to your family.
• While cooking make sure you can see all the doors so that you aren't startled from behind.
• Make sure your stove isn't directly next too the sink or refrigerator and fire and water produce steam that is too hot to handle.
• Keep your counter tops open and without clutter: most kitchen items, even those used regularly can be put away in drawers or cupboards and still easy to access.
• Regardless of the element of the cardinal/non-cardinal direction, the kitchen is full of fire (stove & knives) and water energy; if located in an unlucky direction (such as Ho Hai) put out the fire and fill in water energies by adding decorative earth finishes and accessories to minimize "fire and water accidents."
• Never orient kitchen in the Tai Chi/Heart Center of your home, it will deplete surrounding energies and possibly cause bad health.
• Good birth locations: Sheng Chi (Generating Breath), Tein Ti (Doc from Heaven), Nein Yen (Lengthened Years), Fu Wei (Harmony)
• Good earth-energy (life-situations) locations: Relationship (Earth), Children (Metal), Family (Wood)

Feng Shui Entry/Foyer Tips:

• Create a small space just inside the front door.
• Take a minute to make an energetic change in your being.
• Consider having a pair of Foo dogs or other guardians positioned that you have to walk through to protect all who enter.
• Try to always enter through one of your lucky directions assuming you don't have to walk through the "mud room!"

The entry of your home or office should be open and inviting, trim away foliage that may be blocking the path of Chi.


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Visit:
Jami Lin's Expert Feng-Shui-Interior-Design
Internationally renowned, best-selling Feng Shui author shares the most effective teachings from all traditions!
Most effective & powerful, do-it-yourself Feng Shui advice in the world!
FREE& EXPERT, Daily Tips & Inspirations, Newsletter & Fast-Result Cures.
Decorative Products & Home-Study Mastery Classes


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Jami Lin - Jami Lin is an internationally renowned lecturer, author, and consultant on all Feng Shui traditions, including Flying Star, Eight Mansions, Compass and Black Sect traditions along with humanitarian, psychological, and intuitive aspects. She authored Feng Shui Today and The Essence of Feng Shui. She compiled The Feng Shui Anthology and the NEW The Personalized Feng Shui Consultation Series: the do-it-yourself, professional consultation! She also created an exciting how-to video, "Feng Shui Today: Enrich Your Life by Design," noted as "the industry's finest."

A graduate of the University of Florida School of Architecture with over 25 years' experience as a corporate and residential interior designer, Jami includes good creative design and practicality, for beautiful, effective Feng Shui in accordance with her client's decorative taste and budget.

Jami continues to pioneer the transformation of Feng Shui into an approachable tool for mainstream use. Enjoy FREE readings, predictions & newsletter at www.jamilin.com


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Feng Shui Today: Earth Design - by Jami Lin Deepak Chopra's review describes this book the best...(Professional interior designer and Feng Shui expert) draws from sacred architecture, geomancy, astrology, and the organic approaches of visionary architects. Jami presents practical and inexpensive ideas to bring harmony to your surroundings in a book that goes far beyond Feng Shui.  Click to buy or readmore