Clear the way...

"Clear the way and let it come to you."

When energy is blocked it cannot find a path to follow, and it festers, re-hashing the layer of energy until it is spent. You've heard of 'Groundhog Day' yes? Or being 'stuck in a loop'? Recycling is great for metal, wood, plastic and paper...but not so much for you and your life's journey...

If you hear yourself saying phrases like,.."I really hate it when this happens" ..."Why is bad stuff always happening to me/us?"... "I can't see a way out of this situation"... "It feels as if the world is against me", or similar, then you are receiving a message loud and clear that your current life situation is in need of change.

Comfortable change, when attained, is a beautiful journey of discovery, achievement and enjoyment. The simple and often misunderstood act of 'change' is all about inviting in a new set of possibilities, opening yourself to new potentials by establishing a new grid of energy in your home, mind, heart, life and more.

When energy flow (qi flow) is nourished with easy, meandering avenues, it will naturally become creative, alive and dynamic.

The outer cycle of energy is normal, and natural, and nourishing...this is feng shui theory describing the flow of Qi.
The Elements represent a 'type of energy' not only the material form.

How do we apply this idea into everyday life?

Through our thought processes being given new and nourishing ways to solve problems, perceive issues and attain prowess. (meditation, self-improvement literature and courses)

Through our food and liquid intake we can drastically change our body's ability to process toxins and nourishment as well. We can change the energy layer of physical health within days if proper qi flow options are taken.

Through our involvement with social interactions and entertainment we can assist both thought and physical qi flow.

Through our intimate relationships we can heighten the spiritual heart connections we have with our beliefs and loved ones.

Through respecting our finances and observing with gratitude the current living conditions we are immersed in, we can build a new sense of stability and security to support wealth opportunities.

Long ago I wrote an article about 'shaking up the Grid', which was a similar piece, relating the connection between our energy layers and our lifestyle. If the grid is changed, that is, the current interlocking layers are moved, refreshed, removed and re-instigated with the highest possible energy flow, then our life will be refreshed with healthy new qi flow, and healthy new occurrences will manifest.

Today, think about two things you want to change or need to change, and write down options for making these things change for the better. Two small steps today that you can put into practice for one month.

Carpe Diem (of sorts) for the new year to come.

Blessings
Jannette
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Affirmations for a balanced Mind

When the new year comes around it is often heralded with an insight into how busy or lonely, fulfilled or longing, light or heavy we are feeling. The observance of such things can bring us the opportunity and the enthusiasm to make beneficial changes and to plan a schedule of achievements to aim for.

I use affirmations to help me set up a vibe for the day or week or month. Some of them I'll use each and every day, others I'll keep for when I feel unbalanced and off-course. During January I am compiling a few of the affirmations I'm using and popping them into a file I've named 'Affirmations for a balanced Mind'. In time I will make it available as an ebook for you to download and use at will. I'm intending to put them as a file on my phone so I can access inspiration at my fingertips wherever I am, but you might like to save them as a screensaver so that it rolls across your computer when you have a little downtime.

Here are a couple that I've make up into posters already. They are formulated from the message of the day I am receiving while I wake up and perhaps meditate or contemplate the day ahead, or the situation at the time.

To write your own affirmations for positive thought enhancement, take the 'problem' at present and examine what it means to you. For example: I had a frought morning of children fighting, demanding and whining. All I had wanted to do was enjoy the birdsong from the mountain and cool down as the heat had already risen to an uncomfortable level. When I took the time to observe what I needed to do to achieve harmony and peace I was able to see that my energy was being scattered and I felt scattered, unbalanced and definitely off-course. 

I redirected my emotions from anger, frustration and immaturity towards being the adult they (and I)  needed. And so I thought to myself 'this is all about using my energy wisely and purposefully'. I thought some more on this as I drew the curtains on the sunny side of the house, whacked the fan up to high, and hugged each child quietly asking them for what they needed right now. Within a few minutes everyone was peacefully eating, watching or drawing and no one was fighting or upset. It was within those moments of quietly being a responsible adult (ugh! why IS that so hard sometimes when in reality it's exactly who we are?) that I worked through to the affirmation of "I embrace the most supportive avenue for my energy now". And it felt good.

When things seem to be 'out of control',...specifically your control, it can be therapeutic and restorative to take the time out and formulate an affirmation as a solution. You'll find yourself calmer, more confident and feeling like you have your personal power back! An affirmation for personal power and protection can be "I am now surrounded with Peace & Harmony in every aspect of my Life Experience".  This could set up great vibrational energy for you if you are about to go into a meeting where you feel confronted, or expect confrontation. 

I hope you'll enjoy the affirmations and formulate your very own, specific ones to help you stay on track this year. It is something I work with and weave into the consultations as part of the service for a Holistic Feng Shui Assessment and Home Health Check. Our homes are not free-standing structures unaffected by our emotions. These places we inhabit breathe and love us back when we support them with great quality energy :) Placing affirmations into a space can dramatically affect the occupant's behaviour, and it's as easy as saying them quietly while you clean, or when you perform a Space Clearing Ceremony, or even just in your Mind and projecting them into the space so they sink and vapourise into the area. It is all part of the power within our intentions; that unseen and often untapped resource just waiting there to support YOU and your endeavours.

Blessings for awakening your intentions into their full power!

Jannette x :)

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Happy New Year 2016 - what's coming up

Blessing for a beautiful start to the new year for everyone, everywhere. An intention for the new year need not be about you at all...maybe take the pressure off yourself (your Self) and make 2016 a year where you focus on what you can do for other people, places and spaces. Good idea?

The ability to be flexible like this can help you achieve more for yourself in the long run. Giving always means the natural balance is at work, and so you shall receive in some way, always, from giving of your time, energy, money or self. This is SO supported this coming year.

Here's something from the introduction to the Annual Influences Guide 2016 that might explain a little...

It is with great pleasure that I again introduce you to the Ruling Annual Energy Influence for the coming year. 2016 sees Star 2 light up the Centre Palace of our homes, dwellings and workplaces. It is the Mother Influence, related to Earth, and the Trigram ‘Xun’, sometimes related to weakness, it is the  triple Yin line that identifies ultimate flexibility, but also the potential for instability.

The power to create security, peace and prosperity is in your hands

So Star 2, 'Xun', in the Southwest sector, is a very receptive energy. It can lead to a lot of daydreaming (my favourite past-time I must say) and is on the opposite side of the Bagua to the sector of the NE, which is the 'Knowledge & Self Cultivation' / 'Contemplation' life aspect. I love this approach to looking at the Bagua and use it whenever I am performing an assessment of charts for Annual Influences or even buildings. Star 2 will have us reviewing our Connections in all contexts from our personal relationships to our connection with Earth, Heaven and ourselves. 'On the flipside', the Contemplation sector in the NE is hosting the Star 5 of Pure Potential. This energy often gets a very bad wrap, because it often deserves it really, ...but in context everything has it's Yin and Yang expression.

What do I see when I observe the Change Star 5 entering the NE? Well, two things actually. 

Firstly, the NE is the natural home of Star 8, so generally, Star 5 energy has to behave quite well in conjunction with this benevolent influence. The natural energy of the NE is strong and stable, still, reliable...so it is going to be very much a balancing, slowing energy for the Annual Influence. However, the Period Star 2 has been in residence in the NE since 2004, and is well and truly ensconced, so it will be ready to link with this new Annual Star 2. If you've studied any Flying Stars Feng Shui then you'll know the alarm bells that go off when we see a 2,5 combination, but take a breath, a deep one, and relax. Both 2 and 5 in conjunction with an 8 will theoretically 'behave'. However, I'm still suggesting we input a Wealth Bringer Bowl in the NE this year as a precaution...

Secondly, the sector of the NE is all about our ability to stop and review. To observe. To take the mental note, the emotional truth and the intangible sixth sense message and interpret them. If we have been having difficulty in processing our innate wisdom, then this year offers us an opportunity to tap into Star 5 and change this. Star 2 has been offering us the connections we need in order to gain a better hold of how we nurture our Self and in what way we cultivate our self-improvement strategies for over 10 years now. It has been an energy in society that has built steadily over the last decade to the point now where 'self-improvement retreat' is as natural as saying 'a weekend away'.

For more feng shui insights using the Flying Stars theory I invite you to purchase the Annual Influences Guide 2016 or, take a look at one for free from the download on the website. They are always full of information that can assist you in navigating the changing energy layers of the year ahead, and help you plan for success and support. Written in plain speaking language with many explanations, you will also find a glossary of elemental balancing ideas at the back of the guide to help you tweak your spaces for maximum harmony. With Kuan Yin, a representation of the feminine Divine, on the cover this year radiating the bright glory of pure nurturing, support and protection.

May your 2016 be filled with abundance, light and beauty!

Many Blessings

Nette

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PS: Organise your Annual Influences Guide Gathering with me today. Invite a few friends around and let's discuss in detail your specific questions about the feng shui for this year. Buy your Space Clearing Packs, Energy Signature Potion Mists or organise a one-on-one consultation for your home from the website and get your space ready to invite in the energy of Receptivity, Nurturing and Connections! :)

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