Saturday, December 8, 2012

Friday, November 23, 2012

Holiday Decor the Feng Shui Way


Happy Post Thanksgiving. Check out my blog on Holiday Decor the Feng Shui way today.  Get ready for the holiday season by cleaning out as you put up the season.

http://anniejenningspr.com/jenningswire/metaphysics/feng-shui/feng-shui-your-holiday-decor/

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Current Events--Weigh Less Hypnosis and Drumming Circle


Published September 11, 2012 | By mary | Edit
Events Coming Up
Weigh-Less Hypnosis Class–September 13, 2012
1-Hour FREE Introductory Teleseminar Class

Call limited to 20 
September 13, 2012

6:30 pm-7:30 pm
Workshop topics

• Releasing Stress –Burden-Weight

• Emotional eating –Why do you eat–Good and Bad

• Time Management

• Tired or Bored

• Finding Passion vs Loss of Desire

• Assignments of Meditation & Body Movement

• Come sing, dance, and learn
To participate call–1-605-475-4860 access code #91212
Drumming circle–  Sept 21, 2012
I will be hosting a drumming on September 21st at 7 pm in the Southern Salt Lake Valley. Private location, call or email for directions, if you are interested. Join me for this grass roots action to send positive, healing energy around the world with this intentional drumming. We will meet at a private location and drumming will begin at 7:00 and will drum until 8:00 pm. At that time, people in the next time zone will pick it up and so on around the world. Bring your drums and lets lift the vibration energy of the world. Also, meet your totem animal. This will be held outside so  bring a rug or mat to sit on. 
The Drumming circle is free. However there will be a donation basket for anyone who wishes to donate to the Souix Nation to buy back their land in the Black Hills. Whatever we raise from $1 to $5000 …. : ) will be donated. This cause is so urgent to the preservation of a culture. This is comparable to the extinction of the wolves. When the culture (land) is gone, we will get to read about how it was in books. Too sad for words. We need to see it, hear it, feel it, and touch it!!! Not read about it.
RSVP for private location.

Sunday, August 5, 2012

Wisconsin Shootings


In light of the Temple Shooting in Wisconson---Sadly as per the July aspects,  (which do not shift to August until the 7th)  I wrote

 {Wow, as I sit down and look at the Eastern Astrology for the month of July, I notice the 9 of fire has flown to the center of the ba-gua and clashes with the number 6 of metal. This month we may again see fires caused from lightening strikes. Also, with the metal fire conflict we may see possible mechanical airplane and car malfunctions. With the 6 of power being tempered by the fire we may see more volatile outbursts in personal and business relationships as well as government dealings. Backlash can be expected. This month place still water in the center of your home to calm your home’s energy.  Bathe yourself in extra water to stay calm and cool. Also, be extra understanding this month and hold your tongue. Conflict is in the area. Time will feel as though it is moving faster. }

Sometimes we need to understand that bad things are always going to happen and we can't control it with laws or rules.  It is our destiny. We can balance the energy and listen to our gut and hearts but if it is to occur, it will. That is why our Spirit exists. We have a mission and when that mission is over, it is over. Nothing can change it. Live your life each day as if it is your last. Be grateful for what you have and let those you love know it. Live in Joy. Anger, hate, resentment, and fear are a waste of precious time.

For August--Remember there are still some aspects in the NW and the SE that are inauspicious. Go back and read the August aspects.

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Clarification to Feng Shui Aspects for August

I would like to clarify a part of my Aspects in regard to the words--Mundane Store front. A mundane store front is a earth based stationary never (or difficult to change) changing residence vs the internet service which is cyberspace, versatile, and always or easily changed. We are a fast moving, fast changing generation and we must adapt accordingly. Make sense?

Feng Shui Aspects for August


Feng Shui Aspects for August

Disclaimer: All aspects and predictions of the flying stars are for entertainment purposes only and should not be used in the place of medical care if you should need it.

The adjustments may be placed in the directional sectors of the property, home, office, or desk.

The month of August could be a real game changer for the economy for those who know how to work magic with their money and in the work place. Money comes from the creation of ideas within the mind. Millionaires make most of their money in the stock market, business ideas, and investments.  We may see much of that this month. Create yourself an app and sell it. 

The creation of new jobs will be in the Internet service aspect and not so much the mundane storefront business. Technology has made it so easy to have next day delivery that is affordable. This last year has proven that you can’t quite depend on anyone to complete your financial portfolio. You must create your own wealth.

We have the #8 of wealth meet the #6 of power and authority together in the center of the ba-gua. This month, place water in the center of the home with 6 gold coins or Chinese coins and 8 pieces of Citrine stones. Do a brief mediation visualizing ideas to bring prosperity to your front door. Ask your mind to create you a plan to follow to bring wealth into your life. Then listen and act upon it.

The Number 9 of fire flies to the NW of the ba-gua bringing energy to the #7 of robbery and instability. The Fire and Metal clash in this sector may bring about legal issues to the pig and dog this month. The patriarch or father/male must watch his health this month. The aspects are strong for heart annoyances. Drink plenty of water and rest when exhausted to avoid a serious affliction. To stabilize this energy place your blue detergent in the NW of the home, room, or office to temper the #7 annual star. If you have a blue elephant or rhinoceros, set it in this area to protect the area as well. You may also set black or blue fu-dogs. Be careful of the aggressive red fu’s in this area this month. Also place a rooster to offset any gossiping and unfair attacking from your frienemies!! Allow the NW of the home to lay low this month. The Dog, Pig, and father/male must take rest when tired.

The snake and dragon and the SE of the home may also see an increase of conflict this month with the #7 flying into this sector to meet the already unstable #5. Don’t panic—refresh your salt water and place blue detergent in this sector as well with the snake’s ally, rooster to help deter the gossip and back stabbing. If you have a blue elephant or rhinoceros, set it in this area to protect the area as well. You may also set black or blue fu-dogs. Be careful of the aggressive red fu’s in this area this month. Allow the SE of the home to lay low this month. The Snake and Dragon must take rest when tired. Stomach and lung afflictions  (flu) are possible. Drink lots of water.

The North East, this month, is the funky place to be with the illness #2 flying to meet the expansive #9!! Place a fresh salt water stabilizer in the North East. The Tiger and Ox needs to be extremely careful with their health this month. Take no unnecessary risks. Keep the North East quiet and calm. Use no fire or extremely bright lights this month in the North East. Place a wu-lou or metal in this area to weigh down the energy.

The South is the direction of change this month. Use the color red and lighting in the South to illuminate situations that are troubling you. The horse may feel as though someone is stepping on he/r last nerve. Use extra water to buffer this effect. Take baths and showers or swim to ease those nervous tensions. I personally take Epsom salts and with lavender essential oil baths when my nerves feel frazzled. Resolve those situations that have been hanger-ons. The quicker you bounce through them, the quicker you get to move on!! Life is full of little speed bumps, which you will get over.

Luck shines in the East this month with the #4 of abundance meeting up with the #6 of power. This will be a good month for family get togethers and celebrations. Writers will benefit facing this direction this month. Place your writing tools or manuscripts in the East. Place 6 Chinese coins in the East this Year for career boosts. The East area of the home may also be activated this month for romantic luck. Place pink peonies or mandarin ducks in this area. The Rabbit will have a very good month in career. Take advantage.

The Prosperous West receives the #1 flying star of Career this month. Adjust this space with more metal of gold and silver. Place running water in this area this month. This is a good month for advancement in career for those with a west front door entrance or the Rooster.  The East and West facing home will prosper this month.

The  #5 of instability flies to the SW of women meeting the #3 star of conflict bringing with it --disagreements and tension. This month place salt water adjustment in SW or in the bedroom of the woman. The Monkey and Sheep may feel conflicted and somewhat melancholy and tired this month. If this should happen, get rest and stay quiet. Remember: Tomorrow in another day. Take baths, swim, and be kind to yourself. Next month will be a busy one.

The #4 of abundance flies to the North of the home of the Rat.  Writers will benefit facing this direction this month. Place your writing tools or manuscripts in the North as well. The North area of the home may also be activated this month for romantic luck for the Rabbit, Sheep, Pig – Place a Blue Rat in the North. Everyone, my place pink peonies or mandarin ducks in this area. Be sure to keep your Wu-lous in place to guard against burning the candle at both ends.

It doesn't matter which school of feng shui you practice, this will just enhance and layer the feng shui of your home. Have a fantastic month. Peace be with you!!

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Tomorrow 2 pm MST--

Don't forget to listen tomorrow at
http://radio.securenetsystems.net/v4/index.cfm?stationCallSign=KHTS1220


 Live stream. The show tomorrow will be on the subject of money and business. Learn to build a personal and business intuitive management by becoming aware of your thought patterns, speak formations, and body language. 2:00 Pm MST. Call in with your questions or observations.

Wednesday, July 25, 2012

My Radio Show begins Today--Topic--Safety in this times of Fear

In lieu of the Colorado Shootings it becomes so important to respond to this tragedy with clear thinking and not let fear and paranoia control your life by reacting. When you put the incident into perspective, you can feel safe and secure with faith in your destiny and realize you are in control. Spirit has a way of knowing the future. It can see tomorrow if you let it. Today on the show I would like to explore some ways to reframe the mindset to place of safety, peace and faith. Sometimes we can't control what happens to us but we can channel our response more effectively. Listen in today at 2pm. MST on Mindsets and Lifestyle.

Our show, Mindsets and Lifestyles with Mary Shurtleff and Shirley Allred begins today live on 1220 AM Santa Clarita California or you can listen live stream or podcast atwww.hometownstation.com. Mindsets and Lifestyles will show you how your mindset, your behavior, and your feng shui does affect your life.

Today, we invite you to listen, learn, and be surprised at the way the smallest changes can affect your prosperity, your health, and your relationships within your home and business.

Disclaimer: Today, being our first show, I am sure you will hear some serious blurbs, some laughs, however be patient with us--we will improve with age.

Sunday, July 15, 2012

Feng Shui Aspects for July


Feng Shui Aspects for July

Disclaimer: All aspects and predictions of the flying stars are for entertainment purposes only and should not be used in the place of medical care if you should need it.

Wow, as I sit down and look at the Eastern Astrology for the month of July, I notice the 9 of fire has flown to the center of the ba-gua and clashes with the number 6 of metal. This month we may again see fires caused from lightening strikes. Also, with the metal fire conflict we may see possible mechanical airplane and car malfunctions. With the 6 of power being tempered by the fire we may see more volatile outbursts in personal and business relationships as well as government dealings. Backlash can be expected. This month place still water in the center of your home to calm your home’s energy.  Bathe yourself in extra water to stay calm and cool. Also, be extra understanding this month and hold your tongue. Conflict is in the area. Time will feel as though it is moving faster.

The good news is-- father figures of the family, the Zodiac pig animal and the NW of the home will enjoy career luck. Be sure to place your blue detergent in the NW of the home, room, or office to temper the #7 annual star, but also place water or an animal statue or figurine of the water nature—fish, mermaid, turtle, etc. or actual water to enhance the #1 water star of career.

The snake and dragon and the SE of the home may also see an increase of money with the money star #8 flying its direction. Place wealth objects of gold and citrine and a golden Deity in SE to activate this luck. This month change out your salt water cures.

The North, this month, is the funky place to be!! Place a fresh salt water stabilizer in the North. The rat (and the North of the home) needs to be extremely careful with their health this month. Take no unnecessary risks. Keep the North quiet and calm. Use no fire or extremely bright lights this month in the North. Place a wu-lou or metal in this area to weigh down the energy.

The South is an excellent area this month to create, write, learn and/or study. Writers will benefit facing this direction this month. Place your writing tools or manuscripts in the South. The South area of the home may also be activated this month for romantic luck. Place pink peonies or mandarin ducks in this area. The Horse will have a fairly good month. Take advantage.

The SW this month is good for money, especially for women. Tap into your creative mind. The 3/6 is a Goddess combination. Place lighting of fire/9 in this area to bring in the 3/6/9 of Golden Goddess energy. Place a Gold Goddess in the SW to bring your wisdom, insight, and fortune.

The East of family this month has a #7 of instability and legal entanglements in it this moth. Place blue detergent in the East as well as a blue rhino or elephant to remind you to be cautious this month.  Use water in the East to rust the metal #7.  Place a note under the blue detergent asking for smooth sailing this month.

The Prosperous West receives the #2 flying star of illness this month. Adjust this space with more metal of gold and silver. Also place a metal pagoda or wu lou in this area to protect health.

The #9 of fire flies in the NE where the #3 of conflict lies bringing with it disagreements and tension. This month use lots of water in this area to drown both the energy of the Wood #3 and the #9 of fire.  The Tiger and Ox may feel conflicted and somewhat melancholy and tired this month. If this should happen, get rest and stay quiet. Remember: Tomorrow in another day. Take baths, swim, and be kind to yourself. Next month will be a busy one.

It doesn't matter which school of feng shui you practice, this will just enhance and layer the feng shui of your home. Have a fantastic month. Peace be with you!!

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Wrong website in last blog post

Attention: The correct website is   maryshurtleff.myitworks.com  

Weighless and Belly Fat Blog




Weightless and Belly Fat Blog

Hello my Friends 
I have noticed in my work with chakras and hypnosis that the belly area or fat cells in the belly area is where we hold our past and present emotions.  Fat cells act as protective buffers against hurt and will deposit on the part of the body where strength and protection is needed the most.  (Breasts for nurturing; belly, hips, and thighs for support; chin and neck for expression; and holding on or letting go for the arms.)   As you get begin to understand your emotions, you can learn to read your own body language and what it is trying to tell you.  Weight distribution is not about what you are eating, it is about what is causing you to eat!! Are you upset, lonely, tired, doubting, whatever?  

The belly, especially, will bloat when we take on hurtful emotions or unexpressed desires. The belly is the spleen chakra/family/personal sensitivity area. It holds our family programming, religious beliefs, and how we have been conditioned to respond to pressure.  Therefore, it becomes extremely important to EXPRESS clearly to self, first, any discomfort or desire you may be feeling. Then express to others any perception you have had about a hurtful situation involving their behavior or a desire you may have.

As most of you know, I do a weightless hypnosis program. In my weightless hypnosis class we discuss experiences that possibly lead to burden and weight whether it is hurtful remarks, lack of self worth, over achieving, lack of rest and exercise-- the list goes on. 

However, as we use the discussion in class I have always felt like something was missing-- a physical anchor to place the faith in to help achieve your goal.  Anchors in hypnosis are physical objects used to focus and project all your emotions and feelings into to help you with the release process of your programming.  However in the class there seemed to be no physical anchors to project into, just one’s own belief system and resolve to believe it so.  Sadly, if a person’s resolve has been broken down and is too tired to deal, there will be a weak link.

Weight loss is not about just losing weight, it is about why the weight was placed there as a protection to begin with. This is the reason for so much failure or weak links of weight loss.  As people loss weight and start feeling emotional or get sick from the detox of the fat cells, they give in and quit the diet. Instead of dealing with what is bugging them, they return to trying to eat it away. Emotionally, it does work to eat it away; but on the physical level you have replaced one problem again with another.

I have found the anchor to assist the weak link. It is a belly body wrap. The body wrap is a botanical formula that helps to break down the fat cells in the belly area on a physical level.

After doing a body wrap myself I realized that the body wrap acts as a physical anchor that is needed to focus and help expel the emotions into in order to allow the fat cells to release.  As you throw away the wrap, you also throw out physically and metaphorically all the emotions the wrap as absorbed. Bye bye to toxins as well as metaphorically toxic behavior.

In the detox process, as the fat cells dissolve, the emotions may come back to haunt you.  Be prepared for this experience.
As previously discussed, the belly fat cells have wrapped themselves around the initial emotion that put them there in the first place. As the body wrap breaks down these fat cells, you may feel the whole gamut of these emotions again and the reason they were put there.  Let’s deal with them this time for your health’s sake.

However, this time, you will meditate while you have the wrap on. You will see yourself releasing the emotions into the wrap and setting the boundaries you need. You can reframe and reset your energy with validation of who you are. You give yourself the pat on the back you may not receive from others and get passed the past.

I know this philosophy goes far deeper then the body wraps ever intended but ......I found this out personally last week how the body wrap worked. After I did the wrap, I lost inches however I also experienced some periods of anger and hurt at a couple of people in my life that I had let slide on their hurtful behavior. I found I wanted to deal with the emotions this time instead of stuffing them in my belly.  After the wrap and hypnosis self talk, I lost 6 inches total in three different measured areas of my body. 

I believe when these wraps are combined with a self-hypnosis process, healthy food, and 10-20 minutes of exercise daily, good health will ensure.  You need the full gamut for good health. There is no one magic bullet.

Check out the body wrap website at maryshurtleff.myitworks.com.

When you place and received your order, contact me by email at  
Mary@maryshurtleff.com and I will send you a free fat cell release meditation MP3 download meditation to use with your body wrap.

To book a Body Wrap party and a free MP3 cell release meditation contact me at mary@maryshurtleff.com 

Sunday, April 15, 2012

April Aspects!!


This month of April until May 6th  has the metal/wood clash at  the center of the ba-gua this month. The metal element symbolizes  heaven-the wood symbolizes  air, wind, lightening and thunder!! Explains the tornados huh??

The wealth star is in the North this month. Place water and yellow stone in the North for prosperity. Place extra lighting and clear crystals in the SW for victory and promotions.  Place bamboo and water in the NW for more creative energy and recognition. Place salt water in the West and South to stabilize the home.

Have a good month but be careful of more winds, lightening and thunder. Don't under estimate the weather!! This month is  good for promotions of career at work. Take a few calculated risks!!

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Sunday, March 25, 2012

Year of Opportunities

QUANTUM MIND FENG SHUI writes:

This year of the Black Water Dragon. Take a few risks this year and learn to shape shift into that life that you always have dreamed of. Go as fast or as slow as you need to. The Water Dragon is a shape shifter and can wrap and blend into any situation at hand and make it his own. Learn to let go of the boundaries that literally imprison you. Let the water Dragon, wash them away. You are the only held prisoner by the thoughts of your mind. Reframe the way your view those areas of your life that are not consistent with how you wish to be. You are the painter of your canvas. Everything is not always as it seems.

Page 38 of The Black Water Dragon Book

The Dragon is a mystical animal who
finds it hard to build relationships with
the other animals of the Zodiac and vice
versa. To offset this feeling of loneliness
and to be accepted the Dragon will become
a chameleon blending with other animals
of the zodiac while hiding his own Earth
characteristics. As the Dragon intermingles with
Rat or Pig, he will show more Water characteristics.
When Dragon meets Rabbit or Tiger, the Wood
elements will control the Earth. When Dragon meets
Rooster or Monkey, the Metal identity may take over.
The Dragon becomes more motivated by Fire energy
when interacting with the Horse or the Snake. The Dragon
is most real when he communicates with another Earth
element such as the Ox, Sheep, and Dog.
This personality switch is why the Dragon year becomes
unpredictable. As The Water Dragon blends with the
other elements, his Earth characteristics become
blurred and truth of soul is not seen. This year if you
may feel as though the truth is hiding and you have to
dig for it—you are probably correct. This year demand
the truth out of yourself and those around you. Don’t be
fooled by the charades of the Dragon.

Disclamer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and no way should be submitted for legal or medical advice.

www.maryshurtleff.com For more info on the Black Water Dragon book or to reframe your thoughts--Check out Reconnecting Your Spriit: Seeing the Possibilities

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

That Darn Dragon!!

That darn Black Water Dragon still rattling cages this month. The aspect will end soon. This month was slated to be another unstable month. On March 6th, the wood or wind energy of #4 flew to the center of the ba-gua clashing with metal energy. It will remain there until April 6. On April 6th, the #3 of Thunder will fly to the center clashing with Metal. Next month, be careful of lightening strikes and powerful thunder storms probably bringing with it more wind.

Excerpts from the Black Water Dragon Book--[As I researched the past weather patterns of 1952, I found some interesting history to support the aspects of the Water Dragon. On January 24, 1952 a sudden heavy snowfall hit Algeria. Algeria? Algeria is in Africa!! What the heck??? Then February 2, a tropical storm formed just north of Cuba
and made landfall in southern Florida by the next day marking the earliest formation and reported tropical storm on record in the Atlantic basin. Records also show that on March 16th and 17th of 1952, 73 inches of rain fell in Cilaos, RĂ©union, a French Island in the Indian Ocean making this the
most rainfall EVER in one day. Tornadoes hit in March in the lower Mississippi River Valley leaving 208 people dead with historic property damage. Adding to the unpredictable weather patterns of 1952, five Norwegian seal hunting vessels disappeared during a severe storm near West Ice, East of Greenland on April 5th without a trace taking with it 78 seal hunters.]

Order your Water Dragon book go to www.maryshurtleff.com

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Friday, March 9, 2012

Lightening Strikes and the Black Dragon Year

Remember my predictions about wind and water this year with the Black Dragon year. And also be careful of thunder and lightening because of the increased electrical Dragon energy well....here you go....
Go to ---
www.statesman.com/news/texas/4-planes-struck-by-lightning-2228728.html


To purchase the 2012 Black Water Dragon: Year of Opportunities go to www.maryshurtleff.com 

Sunday, March 4, 2012

Tornados and the Black Dragon energy


I know you probably get tired of hearing about my Black Dragon predictions but like Meryl Streep said at the academy awards--aww--who cares!! : )  

My Master of Feng Shui taught me that everything has a pattern. Look for the pattern and the rhythm and you will find the answer. AND never ignore the pattern of behavior. The Black Water dragon occurs every 60 years. Well, the bad news is the tornados of the Midwest are following a  weather pattern of the Water dragon of 1952. As seen in the prediction below--Tornadoes hit in March in the lower Mississippi River Valley leaving 208 people dead with historic property damage.  Hopefully we don't see that type of damage again due to new improved weather monitoring.

Excerpt from Black Water Dragon 2012--Year of Opportunities---'As I researched the past weather patterns of 1952, I found some interesting history to support the aspects of the Water Dragon. On January 24, 1952 a sudden heavy snowfall hit Algeria. Algeria? Algeria is in Africa!! What the heck??? Then February 2, a tropical storm formed just north of Cuba
and made landfall in southern Florida by the next day marking the earliest formation and reported tropical storm on record in the Atlantic basin. Records also show that on March 16th and 17th of 1952, 73 inches of rain fell in Cilaos, RĂ©union, a French Island in the Indian Ocean making this the
most rainfall EVER in one day. Tornadoes hit in March in the lower Mississippi River Valley leaving 208 people dead with historic property damage. Adding to the unpredictable weather patterns of 1952, five Norwegian seal hunting vessels disappeared during a severe storm near West Ice, East of Greenland on April 5th without a trace taking with it 78 seal hunters.'

THE GOOD NEWS IS--The water dragon symbolized money, opportunity, and luck. So as in the yin and yang--money and opportunity is available this year to all who seek its responsibility!!!  

The Black Water Dragon Book is available for purchase at www.maryshurtleff.com. Enjoy!!

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Feng Shui Aspects for February


Feng Shui Aspects for February

Wow, as I sit down and look at the Eastern Astrology for the last week and the month of February I have noticed the #5 star of instability is in the center of the Ba-gua. No wonder with the events of Josh Powell and now Whitney Houston, things have been off course.

On pages 13 and 14 of the Black Water Dragon book by Mary Dillin Shurtleff available @ www.maryshurtleff.com states: 



{The year is also low on Fire but very high on Water and Earth energy. The Water/Earth combo can be a conflicting cycle bringing with it the ups and downs of the year. The Water in high percentage can bring on the abyss or danger. We may see emotions running high this year. There is a danger of drug and alcohol addiction this year with suicides on the rise. There may
also be a danger of more violence as the elements clash. We may even see an increase in rape this year due to the sexual tension the Water Dragon could produce. The Earth is grounding and controlling and the Water can be cold and uncaring. We must be careful of being too apathetic this year to the plights of others. The high Water and the Dragon in combo can be cold, aloof, and self absorbed.}


The aspects of the day when Whitney died had a high water energy at about 42.5% out of 100%. (Water Dragon year, Water Tiger Month, and Water Tiger Day) This means the aspects are high for the abyss or dangers of water. Sadly, was Whitney Houston a casualty of the Water Dragon year with the drug and alcohol combined with the water in the bathtub? 

 Whitney’s chart also had clashes of her Monkey pillars with the Tiger energy and a clash of the Dragon year with her Dog pillars. The aspects of her chart and the year, month, and day were lined up for the abyss. My prayers and respect go out to the family of Whitney Houston.
Josh Powell incident, which rocked Utah earlier this month, exhibited yet another example of instability and power of the Water Dragon. In the Josh Powell case we saw violence of explosion with much speculation of hidden sexual issues and murder.
Being from Utah and watching the drama of the Susan Powell disappearance unfold, I was and still am  so haunted by murder of the Powell boys by their father, Josh Powell. On the day of their murder, the energy in air was a yang fire-meeting a Yang Metal Monkey day at a Yang Fire Metal Monkey hour--meaning a day of unpredictable energy with a possibility of a clash of fire and metal meaning explosion and fire. I am always amazed in hindsight how these charts are accurate. Crazy--too bad we can't see the future and change it. My respects and prayers go out to the family of Susan Cox Powell and her Children. 

Be careful this year--get help for any mental stressors you may be experiencing. The dragon breathes fire and gets his point across in exaggerated ways. From a metaphysical view, the  Josh Powell incident with suicide and murder by explosion and fire and the need to control and win is a very sad example of the power of the Dragon; AND the year has only begun. Pay attention to the aspects. Knowledge is power. 

Josh Powell never seemed to express any emotions—anger, sadness, or happiness. His lack of response may be a response to a life of cover-up. With all the information coming out about his childhood and life, in my observation, he learned very young to hide emotions. Chances are if he showed it, it was used as a tool of control. He later used this tool of control to control himself.

So many believe being spiritual means that you are to be calm and serene at all time. Perfect in man’s eyes—if you will.  This is not always the truth. We are perfect in the eyes of God but in the eyes of man there is too much judgment, starting with self. Being spiritual means being in touch with that part of you that needs to deal with the situation you are feeling. It doesn’t mean  that you don’t get to cuss, scream, yell, and show emotions. It simply means—doing what you have to do to bring your emotions back to the outside to be expressed so the inside of you  doesn’t rot or become dis-eased from the toxins. We saw how that lack of emotion worked for Josh Powell.

When I see someone who is so calm I have to wonder if they indeed are able to feel happiness and joy as well as sadness or remorse. Make sure to balance your calm and serene with happiness and joy as well as sadness and remorse. We need All  the emotions to understand our being. Emotions are a part of the spirit that must be expressed. It is like pouring out the old coffee cup and washing it before putting new coffee in the cup. If you put new information into an old belief system it has a harder time processing.
This year we need to balance the  over abundant water energy with more earth, fire, and wood to absorb some of that water (emotional) energy. Use fresh flowers, plants, stone grounding, bright colors, and warmth. What other ideas can you think of? 

According to my calculations of the Eastern Astrology for the year, this year is not all gloom and doom but will have many unexpected surprise--good and bad. We may see emotions running exceptionally high and/or exceedingly low. Awareness is the first key to understanding.

I don't mean to sound doom and gloom but the #5 of instability flies to the middle of the ba-gua this month of February in the Flying Stars and with it may come more of the above. Place salt water or a bowl of salt in the center of the home to absorb and stabilize energy. Also add a gold Kwan Yin or Buddha to bring in calming energy.

However, with this month can come an increase of money to the NE. Place wealth objects of gold and citrine and a golden Deity in the NE to activate the Goddess luck. Also place some still water!! 



Place water in the North this month to increase career luck. Place a blue detergent in the west this month to weaken the #7 star.  Place extra lighting in the South this month.

It doesn't matter which school of feng shui you practice, this will just enhance and layer the feng shui of your home. Have a fantastic month.

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Sunday, February 5, 2012

Feng Shui aspects for today's energy and the Josh Powell incident

For anyone who read my Black Water Dragon book, mental instability and acts of suicide and violence is a direct effect of the increased energy of the abyss of water this year. As stated in the book pages 13 & 14 - 


[The year is also low on Fire but very high on Water and Earth energy. The Water/Earth combo can be a conflicting cycle bringing with it the ups and downs of the year. The Water in high percentage can bring on the abyss or danger. We may see emotions running high this year. There is a danger of drug and alcohol addiction this year with suicides on the rise. There may also be a danger of more violence as the elements clash.] 


Be careful this year--get help for any mental stressors you may be experiencing. The dragon breathes fire and gets his point across in exaggerated ways. From a metaphysical view, today's Washington incident with suicide and murder by explosion and fire and the need to control and win is a very sad example of the power of the Dragon; AND the year has only begun. Pay attention to the aspects. Knowledge is power. 


I am so haunted by today's events and am trying to understand it. As I re-read the aspect for today's energy, it is in the chart of the day. It was a yang fire-meeting a Yang Metal Monkey day at a Yang Fire Metal Monkey hour--meaning a day of unpredictable energy with a possibility of a clash of fire and metal meaning explosion and fire. I am always amazed in hind sight how these charts are accurate. Crazy--too bad we can't see the future and change it. My respects and prayers go out to the family of Susan Cox Powell and her Children.