feng shui tips for stress reduction

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Feng Shui…

How to De-stresswith Feng Shui

by Maureen K. Calamia


Stress Statistics

• The WHO cites stress as a global epidemic. – “Chronic . . . (stress) is potentially very destructive and can deprive

people of physical and mental health.”

• The AMA says stress is a factor in more than 75 percent of all illness and disease today.

• Stress accounts for two-thirds of family doctor visits and half the deaths to Americans under the age of 65, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.


Stress Statistics

• Stress contributes to heart disease, high blood pressure, strokes, and other illnesses in many individuals.

• Stress also affects the immune system, which protects us from many serious diseases.

• Tranquilizers, antidepressants, and anti-anxiety medications account for one fourth of all prescriptions written in the U.S. each year.

• Stress also contributes to the development of alcoholism, obesity, suicide, drug addiction, cigarette addiction, and other harmful behaviors.


Feng Shui’s Mission

“Feng Shui seeks to reduce stress in the environment by designing spaces that prioritize the health of humans and our absolute need for nature and balance.” – International Feng Shui Guild


Origination

• Developed 4,000 years ago in China

• To address key needs:

- Security

- Comfort

- Family Welfare

- Prosperity


Feng Shui encompasses…

• Taoism – concept of chi, universal flow of energy

• Yin/yang – balance of opposites

• Bagua – “map”

• 5 natural elements –– wood, fire, earth, metal & water

• Astrology

• Folklore

Balance without = Balance within


Feng Shui & StressIn Feng Shui terms,

• Stress is a lack of balance and flow of positive chi

• Stress is going against the laws of nature

• Stress creates imbalance in all 3 layers – body, mind, & spirit


#1 – De-Clutter…

• Physical Clutter• Sound Clutter• Lighting Clutter• Technology Clutter


Physical Clutter

• Mundane aspects:– Clutter leads to poor indoor air quality, asthma, allergies– Clutter creates mental confusion– It just doesn’t feel good to be surrounded by clutter

• Spiritual aspects:– Clutter creates blocks or stagnation in the flow of Chi that

affects specific areas of your life


Where is the Clutter?

Wealth & Abundance Fame & Reputation Romance & Relationships

Self-worth Social Life MarriageFortunate Blessings Clarity, Inspiration Nourishment

Ability to Receive Ability to Connect Ability to ProvideNumber: 4 Number: 9 Number: 2

Element: Wood Element: Fire Element: EarthVertical Shapes Triangular Shapes Horizontal Shapes

Plants, Trees Fire, candles Pottery, ceramic, soilColor: Green, Purple, Blue Color: Red Color:Red, Pink, White

Hips Eyes Internal OrgansFirst Daughter Second Daughter Female Head of Household

Family & Health Health Children, Creativity, Future Focus

New Growth Guidance ConceptionNew Beginnings Central Area CompletionAbility to Initiate Sets tone for the space Ability to Follow-through

Number 3 Number: 5 Number: 7Element: Wood Element: Earth Element: MetalVertical Shapes Horizontal Shapes Round Shapes

Vegetation Pottery, ceramic, soil MetalColor: Young Green Color: Yellow Color: White

Feet MouthFirst Son Center Third Daughter

Self-Knowledge & Spirituality Career, Opportunity Helpful People & Travel

Skills Life's Journey ConfidenceSelf-awareness Communication Leadership

Education Wisdom AuthorityNumber: 8 Number: 1 Number: 6

Element: Earth Element: Water Element: MetalHorizontal Shapes Curvy Shapes Round Shapes

Pottery, ceramic, soil Water MetalColor: Black, Blue, Green Color: Black, Dark Blue Color: White, Gray, Black

Hands Ears HeadThird Son Second Son Male Head of Household


3 Big Questions to Help Remove Clutter

• Does it lift my energy when I think about it or see it?

• Do I absolutely love it?

• Is it genuinely useful?


Sound Clutter

WHO (World Health Organization)Thousands of people in Britain and around the world are dying prematurely from heart disease triggered by long-term exposure to excessive noise…caused by chronic noise exposure, including to daytime traffic

Cornell University Study:Chronic low-level noise from local traffic raised levels of stress hormones in children, as well as their blood pressure and heart rates. "We found that even low-level noise can be a stressor. It elevates psychophysiological factors and triggers more symptoms of anxiety and nervousness," says environmental psychologist Gary Evans, an international expert on environmental stress, such as noise, crowding, and air pollution.

Estimated that 75% of US homes with young children have television on most of the day(University of Massachusetts)

Solutions:• Limit internal noise: Turn off TV!• External noise: Weather-stripping and double-

paned windows, Landscaping buffer


Light Clutter

Wikipedia – Light TrespassLight trespass occurs when unwanted light enters one's property, for instance, by shining over a neighbor's fence. A common light trespass problem occurs when a strong light enters the window of one's home from outside, causing problems such as sleep deprivation or the blocking of an evening view.

Solutions• Ordinances have also been

written to limit the amount of light at the property line and beyond

• Reduction in lighting saves energy, energy bills


Technology Clutter

• National Sleep Foundation poll– 87% of

respondents said they watch TV, worked on computer or did paperwork in the bedroom within an hour of sleep

– Hinders the quality of sleep


#2 - Rushing Chi

• Chi that can move in straight lines, unimpeded, will accelerate in speed

• Nature does not have any straight lines• All of nature moves in curves


Ideal Situation


Ideal Situation

Rushing Chi


Ideal Situation


Rushing Chi


3. Poison Arrows

High tension wires

Electrical boxes

Water towers

Furniture, walls

Pointing sculptures

Overhanging objects


Poison Arrows


#4 - Doors

• Conflicting doors –hit each other when opened


#4 - Doors

• Piercing Heart Doors – 3 or more doorways in a row


#5 – Electronic Stress

• Electromagnetic Stress– Electrical equipment in bedroom– Circuit boxes in headboard wall– Cell towers, power lines


Electronic Stress

• Radiation Stress– Cell phones– Wireless technology– Cordless phones– Cell towers, power lines


Geopathic Stress


#6 - Toxins

• Poisons in environment assaulting our bodies– Lead, arsenic, formaldehyde, etc. – 10,000’s of chemicals– Off-gassing from furnishings, carpets, fabrics– Household cleaning solutions– Air “fresheners” & wax candles


#7 – Lack of Balance

• Balance of Yin & Yang• Good is balanced – “Bad” is

unbalanced. – Too much Yang = confusion,

nervousness, hyperactivity– Too much Yin = laziness, lethargy and

stagnation


#7 – Lack of Balance

• Harmony of the 5 Natural Elements – – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal &

Water

• Brings a comforting balance of nature into our spaces


#8 – Lack of Nature• Allow yourself to experience nature inside – greenery, water• Natural light – windows and mirrors to maximize light and

outdoor views• Good air quality – regularly open windows to allow fresh air to

circulate


#9 – Poor Symbolism• Use “Feng Shui Eyes”• What messages are you sending yourself?


#10 – Power of Ceremony

• Is there emotional stress, sadness or anger from the past still in the walls of your home?

• Unwanted predecessor energy still present?• “Clear” the space for positive emotions and connections in the

present


#11 - Command Position for Bed

A

D E

B

C


Command Position for Desk

D E

CA B


“If there is harmony in the house, there is order in the nation. If there is order in the nation, there will be peace in the world” - Chinese proverb

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