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West Meets East© By Caroline Patrick The Pathways of Chi, Known and Unknown
Feng shui, the art of placement, includes mundane and transcendental pathways. Mundane or seen objects can be placed where they will encourage the flow of chi, or energy and not block the natural flow of the breath of life. Water flows gently through passageways, down mountains, creating ions as wind dips under, over and through the life-giving liquid. We are able to see the water, but the gentle breezes, caress the creatures of the lush environment and uplift the currents of invisible or transcendental chi, nurturing every growing living organism. Although we can only visualize the mundane, the transcendental is more important. Transcendental falls into the category of faith, faith that the next breath you take will be followed by the next, etc. Thus life is based on an unknown god or god source, a force of constant ever-surrounding energy field. Feng shui are words used to describe this action. The first place to look for blockages stopping the flow of this necessary chi is in the environment. Check your own spaces to be sure your home is not causing internal stress. World issues start at home. If you are happy, the neighbors respond in like manner, the city benefits, the state reflects its citizens’ behavior, and so eventually the world could be a better place. The water flows down hill gently and restores peace. It’s a trickle-down effect. Check list for the environment: a. feng shui friendly floor plans for buildings and structures b. Site plan, architectural design c. Planting and landscaping design using the elements
pathways – stone, steps, cement or nut shells e. Terrain f. Gardens Check list for the physical and mental
and death in a home. b. Leaks in plumbing, gas, electromagnetic energy sources, cracked walls c. Eating disorders reflective of kitchen placement – exercise? d. Center of the home disturbance e. Language – the subconscious has no humor! But can’t, because the 3 blockages f. Body talk, facial expressions, personal element, bad breath g. Handwriting h. Massage, Reiki Check list for the spiritual a. Prayer b. Meditation c. Yoga d. Chi gong and ti chi e. Walking f. Reading, writing, painting, music, hobbies, poetry, singing g. Joy and good deeds h. Labyrinth as an aid to self-realization Feng shui practiced in your living spaces can bring changes sometimes quickly. It depends what intentions you choose and where you are on your earthly journey. What is your purpose and how will your talent be used for mankind? Clearing out the clutter in your home and work place can help ease the confusion and decision. Removing unused items or objects which remind you of unhappy times can lighten the burden and help the flow of happy chi come into your life. Using the five elements of water, wood, fire, metal and earth in a balanced way through design, structure, and nature will bring harmony. Adding the mundane and transcendental enhancements and removing excess from your environment will ensure abundance in all areas of your life. Feng Shui Class Setting the Feng Shui Energy – 5 Element Altars
Sunday, December 8th, 10 a.m. – 12 noon, Caroline’s Arts & Feng Shui Shoppe - $89 Handwriting Analysis Bring a normal one-page example of your writing, signed.
(Teacher Cinthia Varkevisser – intuitive graphologist, fantastic teacher/very interesting subject) Saturday, November 2nd – 10 a.m. – 12 noon - $45 Call 707-748-1127 for registration and consultations. Caroline’s Arts & Feng Shui Shoppe 129 First St. Suite K Benicia, Ca. 94510 www.moongateschool.com Caroline is a feng shui consultant, artist, herbalist and author. She is available for speaking engagements, consultations and workshops. Her weekly newspaper column can be read on her second website, moongateschool.com for individuals out of the Benicia area.
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