Luck is not random. It is not something reserved for a chosen few. In Feng Shui, luck is the natural result of being in the right place at the right time. But think about that for a moment. How can you be in the right place if you are disconnected…
Many living rooms don’t feel quite right, even when the furniture is beautiful, the colors are perfect, and everything is “done.” And often, the problem is the lighting. Not the style of the fixtures. Nor the wattage.The height at which the light fixtures have been placed. A living room needs three…
Industrial lighting has become incredibly popular — exposed bulbs, metal finishes, oversized silhouettes. It looks stylish in magazines and trendy restaurants. But in a home, where your energy needs to be supported and restored, this style often works against you. If your goal is a home that feels calming, nourishing,…
Walking Through a Mansion That Had Become a Museum During a short trip, my family and I visited an art museum that had been created from a mansion donated by a wealthy family. As I walked through the rooms, I imagined what it must have been like when it was…
Kitchen islands are one of the most desired features in modern kitchens. The large islands you see today — often 36 to 48 inches deep — combine cooking, prep space, and seating for the whole family. Some even include a sink or a stove. In a cascading (or waterfall) island, the countertop…
Every so often, someone who knows I practice Feng Shui, and that decluttering is a huge part of Feng Shui, sends me an article about a brilliant person and their famously messy office. The implication is usually the same: disorder does not matter. In fact, it may even be a…
There is something undeniably charming about a princess-style bed. Curved metal. Delicate scrollwork. Soft, romantic lines that look like they belong in a storybook. The kind of bed a little girl imagines when she dreams about her future. For some women, decorating their bedroom this way feels like finally making…
One of the biggest mistakes I see people make when they first learn about Feng Shui is taking the Bagua map too literally with color. Many people, when they’re first introduced to Feng Shui, look at the colors on the Bagua map and decide to paint their home based on…
Feng Shui is best experienced within a supportive community. At Feng Shui For Us™, we provide a variety of opportunities and online communities where you can connect with like-minded individuals — whether you’re transforming your current home into your dream home or learning the art of Feng Shui. Here are…
For a full analysis of the energies of the year of the Fire Horse, go here: https://ninestepstofengshui.com/year-of-the-fire-horse-2026-your-chinese-horoscope-animal-sign/ The Year of the Fire Horse is defined by ruthless action, competitive ambition, and a landscape that rewards decisive, often aggressive, pursuit of goals. For the Pig — a creature of comfort, generosity,…