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Feng Shui Newsletter January 2012

2012-01-04T12:25:00.000+11:00

Happy 2012!

I am so excited to be a spectator for the amazing year ahead! You see, my Mum was very interested in all things alternative, so I grew up watching Erich Von Daniken's theories, the end of the Mayan Calendar, and of course the possible solar flare or comet doomsday scientific possibilities.

Officially, the Year of the Water Dragon begins on February 4th, 2012. The Solar New Year is based on the Hsia calendar or Solar Calendar beginning February 4, and the Chinese New Year celebrations are based on the Lunar Calendar which falls on January 23, 2012. The Chinese acknowledge the yin and yang energies of each year; the yang (solar, masculine) new year, and celebrate the yin (lunar, feminine) new year.

Covering the abovementioned topics, my Feng Shui Newsletter for January 2012 is now ready! Read my feng shui and astrology predictions for 2012 on my website at sacredfengshuidesign.com.au or click on Feng Shui Newsletter.

May 2012 bring you happiness, prosperity, and good health!

Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Wizarding World of Harry Potter

2011-11-18T07:16:00.001+11:00

Something fun and magical for my readers!

Harry Potter World

I recently got back from a holiday in Orlando Florida visiting the Kennedy Space Center, swimming with manatees, retail therapy and of course, having some fun at all the theme parks, Universal and Disney World. Everyone needs time out from their work and the last few years have been very busy for me.

As my work involves clearing ghosts, working with negative and positive energies in feng shui, I have developed a fondness for the last few Harry Potter movies which contain wonderful moral and spiritual messages surrounded by witchcraft, wizardry and magic!

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is located in Universal's Islands of Adventure. Universal have done such a marvellous job of re-creating Hogwarts and Hogsmeade Village with many 'magical' surprises that I thought you may like to take a look at my amateur You Tube video of Harry Potter World. I hope this video inspires you to visit Orlando, Florida sometime soon!

Wishing you joy, love and laughter, Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Feng Shui for Love and Romance

2011-10-01T14:04:00.002+10:00

Are you looking for a new relationship ... someone special? Does your current relationship need a bit of a boost?

My current feng shui newsletter Feng Shui for Love and Romance gives you general feng shui tips on how you can bring more love and romance into your life.

Visit Sacred Feng Shui Design where you will find more feng shui tips and subscribe to my free feng shui newsletter.

May all your dreams come true ... Carol G Partridge

Good Feng Shui brings Good Fortune

2011-10-01T13:57:00.001+10:00

Hi ...

At the moment, it seems the whole world is in financial difficulty or on the verge, but looking at the feng shui of your home and business and making improvements can improve your human luck and prosperity which will mean you will be able to ride out the tuff times.

In my feng shui newsletter Good Feng Shui brings Good Fortune you will my zero cost tips for improving your life and luck with feng shui, space clearing and positive energy. I also recommend having an individual feng shui consultation during these difficult times as the positive benefits are quite amazing (see client feedback).

Wishing you joy and adventure ... Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Feng Shui Newsletter September 2011

2011-08-27T20:32:00.000+10:00

Good Feng Shui brings Good Fortune

My new feng shui newsletter Good Feng Shui brings Good Fortune is ready for viewing on my website at Sacred Feng Shui Design.

There is so much negative press at the moment about the economies of the world, natural disasters and civil unrest in 2011, it is easy to focus on what is wrong, and forget about what is good in our lives and what we can do to improve it. So this feng shui newsletter has a zero cost Action Plan to improve your health, wealth and relationships.

It was great to see my feng shui article published in The Marvellous Melbourne Daily under top stories for Saturday August 27, 2011. Follow this link to see all the stories and my feng shui article Good Feng Shui brings Good Fortune.

Wishing you prosperous fortunes,
Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Sacred Feng Shui Design - Voted one of the Top Ten Feng Shui Experts on Twitter

2011-08-06T08:34:00.004+10:00

I have just received some great news ... Sacred Feng Shui Design as been voted one of the Top Ten Feng Shui Experts on Twitter. Be sure to visit my interesting and informative website of feng shui. Stay up to date with regular feng shui advice by subscribing to my free feng shui newsletter.

If you are struggling financially in this difficult world wide environment ... now is a great time to have a feng shui home or business consultation to improve your wealth, health and human harmony. See my Feng Shui Services for more information.

Wishing you peace and prosperity, Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Time to back up your computer - Mercury Retrograde

2011-08-06T08:14:00.001+10:00

Mercury is currently retrograde until August 27, so I recommend you take the time to back up your computer and phone contacts. It may cause (but not always) difficulties with all forms of connections such as internet, phone, electricity. Emails, letters and phone messages can go astray, so keep a copy of all important documentation and messages. All forms of transport can experience delays due to technical or mechanical malfunction, so buses, trams, cars and airplanes may not run as usual. Allow plenty of time to get where you need to go, don't schedule tight deadlines. And most importantly, relax and go with the flow!

Warm wishes, Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Mind Body Spirit Festival Talk - Feng Shui for Wealth

2011-07-06T17:12:00.000+10:00

Carol's Feng Shui Talk

June was a very busy month for me and the highlight was my talk at the Mind Body Spirit Festival in Brisbane. I met so many lovely people at the Festival. I had a great crowd for both my talks and everyone really loved the question time. People could ask questions on any part of feng shui, not just feng shui for wealth. It was a real treat to get away from the cold Melbourne weather and into the sunshine and warmth of Brisbane.

I got chatting to Tarot Readers and Spirit Artists at the show. I always wonder how they manage to work for long hours in such a busy environment. But the readers and the artists both said they were on a kind of adrenaline rush during the day, but when they got home, they collapsed in a heap.

Mind Body Spirit Festival 2011

You can read some of my feng shui tips for wealth on my Feng Shui Tips page. Best wishes, Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Feng Shui Newsletter May 2011

2011-04-28T22:07:00.003+10:00

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to let you know my new feng shui newsletter is out. In the May 2011 edition of my feng shui newsletter;

Are you concerned about the climatic destruction which has taken place this year from floods and earthquakes? Read my astrological analysis on these de-stabilising events.
Insight into the Middle East revolution is also covered in this feng shui newsletter.
Feng shui tips on what to look for when buying a new home! Our home is our biggest financial investment and practical advice is given to help you find the right property.
I will be giving two feng shui talks in Brisbane at the Mind Body Spirit Festival in June, hope to see you there.

Visit my Feng Shui Newsletter page to read the current and previous editions of my feng shui newsletter, or visit my informative website Sacred Feng Shui Design.

Talk with you soon, Carol G Partridge

Sacred Feng Shui Design (c) 2011

Feng Shui for Wealth - Mind Body Spirit Festival Brisbane 2011

2011-04-08T09:41:00.001+10:00

Mind Body Spirit Festival Brisbane June 25 and 26, 2011

Come along and listen to my interesting and empowering talk on Feng Shui for Wealth. You'll learn some great practical techniques you can apply in your own life to improve your prosperity. I will be giving two talks during the Mind Body Spirit Festival in Brisbane. One from 3.00-3.30pm on Saturday June 25th, and the second talk will be on Sunday 12.00-12.30pm. Visit the Mind Body Spirit Festival website for more information.

Feng Shui Tour of Singapore

2011-01-30T08:43:00.004+11:00

Are you heading to Singapore soon? If you are, I believe my Feng Shui Tour of Singapore newsletter will be invaluable, not only for the great shopping tips and places to see and dine I recommend, but for interesting feng shui history on some of Singapore's most prestigious and famous feng shui buildings.

In my Feng Shui Tour of Singapore you will find interesting and easy to understand background information on the Marina Bay Sands Resort, The Fullerton Hotel, and The Grand Hyatt.

Marina Bay Sands Resort Model located in the Marina Bay Hotel Lobby

I also list some great places to shop, a brilliant bookstore, a wonderful palm reader to visit, and a great place to meditate. Click on this link Feng Shui Tour of Singapore to read the newsletter.

As we are only days away from the beginning of the Chinese New Year of the Metal Rabbit 2011, visit my Feng Shui Newsletter January 2011 for astrology and feng shui predictions to find out what the year has in store for you.

Wishing you love and laughter, Carol G Partridge

Your Ming Gua Best Directions - how to calculate your Ming Gua

2011-01-20T22:06:00.005+11:00

In Asia, most people know their Ming Gua. You see .... your Ming Gua can help you ascertain the best direction for you to sleep to support your health and stability, favourable directions to negotiate deals and sit at your desk to promote success and prosperity, and much more.

Your Ming Gua is calculated from your birth year. For instance, if you were born in 1971. Add all the numbers up till they reduce to a single digit. 1+9+7+1 = 18 = 9. If you are female add 4. 4+9 = 13 = 4. If you are female your Ming Gua is 4. If you are male subtract 9 from 11 = 2. If you are male, your Ming Gua is 2.

If you are female and your Ming Gua adds up to 5 - it converts to 8.
If you are male and your Ming Gua adds up to 5 - it converts to 2.

Don't forget the Chinese New Calendar Year begins around February 4, so if you were born on say ... the 2nd of February 1971, in chinese astrology you were born in 1970, so you use 1970 to calculate your Ming Gua.

As it is impossible to format a table in a blog editor, please visit my website article where you will find your best and worst directions 'Your Ming Gua Best Directions - how to calculate your Ming Gua'

Speak with you soon, Carol G Partridge of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Synchronicity - Living Now Magazine Article Jan/Feb 2011

2011-01-13T13:37:00.003+11:00

In the January/February 2011 edition of Living Now Magazine I have a short article on synchronicity 'the message that lies within the gift of syncronicity'. You can also see a PDF version of the magazine article on my website at Sacred Feng Shui Design on the Media page.

I have also just released a new article 'Feng Shui Tour of Singapore' which is a must read if you are travelling to Singapore. I will give you more information about this article in my next blog.

Bye for now, Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Feng shui tips to attract love and romance

2010-12-17T19:46:00.024+11:00

According to Chinese Astrology, the year of the Rabbit 2011 is called a Peach Blossom or Romance Flower indicating romance will be the hot topic of 2011 - perfect timing for Prince William and Kate Middleton to announce their engagement and the wedding on April 29, 2011.

If you are looking for someone special, here are some general feng shui tips to attract love and romance into your life.

The South West section of your home is the Relationship Sector. Ensure that there is no clutter in the south west area of your house.

If possible, activate the South West area by adding a beautiful healthy plant, or fresh flowers.

Place a beautiful, romantic picture or print on the wall in the South West sector of your home.

Remove photos of family members or children from the South West area of your home and put them in the South East area of your home as this sector relates to family relationships.

In the South West corner of your bedroom set aside a small area to dedicate to the kind of relationship you are looking for. Place paintings, postcards or prints that symbolise a happy relationship here. If you are looking for someone who is affectionate, make sure the images you have chosen show a couple holding hands, or hugging each other.

Create a positive and beautiful focal point by adding two crystals, or two candles around your pictures in the South West corner of your bedroom. Every time you see this area, say a positive affirmation such as 'I have a wonderful loving relationship'.

Take some time to write down the type of person you are looking for. Be specific and don't leave anything out. Place the profile of your perfect partner under the pictures, candles, or crystals you have placed in the South West corner.

Ensure furniture is paired in the bedroom. Two matching lamps, two matching sidetables etc.

And of course the most important thing to do is to go out and start dating again. Mr or Mrs Right is not going to come knocking on your door. A little effort is required to make your dreams come true.

feng shui tips to attract love and romance
ensure you have matching sidetables and lamps

a pair of tealights create a beautiful effect

a pair of lovely quartz crystal hearts for the South West corner of your bedroom

If you would like more information on feng shui, space clearing, geomancy or astrology, visit my website at Sacred Feng Shui Design. I also publish a regular Feng Shui Newsletter which will keep you up to date on the feng shui and astrology news.

Please feel free to Contact Me if you have any further questions, or to book one of my Feng Shui Services.

Wishing you love and laughter, Carol G Partridge

Feng Shui & Astrology Predictions for 2011 - Year of the Rabbit

2010-12-07T22:17:00.005+11:00

Hi everyone,

I have just posted my Feng Shui Newsletter for January 2011. I believe you will find this feng shui newsletter particularly interesting.

In this issue ....

Astrology predictions for the Year of the Metal Rabbit
A brief analysis of Kate Middleton's engagement to Prince William
How the year of the Rabbit may affect you personally. I have included a link to calculate your four pillars.
Feng Shui energies for 2011 and how to remedy them
Current world events including North & South Korea tensions and what we may expect
Feng Shui tip to welcome the incoming year and create opportunities.
How to handle Mercury Retrograde in the holiday season.

May you have a wonderful Christmas and a prosperous New Year!
Carol of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Feng Shui for Wealth

2010-09-10T20:02:00.000+10:00

Read my tips in this month's edition of Good Health magazine (October 2010). I was interviewed by Bonnie Cleaver for general feng shui tips on how people can improve their prosperity through feng shui and space clearing 'Feng Shui for Wealth'.

Click on Feng Shui Newsletter October 2010 where you will find a link to a PDF version of the article 'Feng Shui for Wealth'.

Wishing you prosperity ... Carol Partridge

My Ghost Clearing Adventures

2010-08-31T15:10:00.019+10:00

I have to say I really love conducting space clearings for people, especially when a ghost is involved! People ask me 'do you get scared?' No, because I understand ghosts or spirits are just confused earth bound spirits. I consider it a great honour to be able to help them home.

Sometimes the spirit is attached to an object, a person, or the building. I remember a lovely young mother who I shall call Vanessa. Just in the past year, she had been having terrible problems with her teenage daughter. Her daughter had publicly announced on social media sites how much she hated her. I dowsed and found out a troubled male teenage spirit had been hanging around her daughter causing trouble. After I conducted a space clearing, she had no further problems with her daughter, besides the usual teenage frustrations.

I was called to do a space clearing at Gemma's home. She expressed concern her 5 year old son would say 'I don't mean to do bad things Mummy, but the voice tells me to be bad'.

The night before I was to conduct the space clearing, I had a dream about a man welcoming me into his home for a party, and then at the end of the night he walked me to my car. In the dream, I thought I'd better go home now as I had a space clearing to do. When I entered Gemma's home the next day, I saw a photo of her husband and immediately recognised him as the man in my dream. I told Gemma about the dream, and I considered it was a very good sign to be welcomed into the home by her husband. As it turned out, it was Gemma's husband who asked her to get me in to do the space clearing, 'but don't tell anyone' he said! He was concerned about the footsteps he heard on the stairs in the middle of the night.

I found another young male spirit influencing her son, and also some negative energy attached to an old chest of drawers located in his bedroom. Gemma's son no longer talks about hearing voices, and the footsteps in the middle of the night are gone.

Laura contacted me because she was exhausted. Her two children were terrified sleeping alone in their bedrooms. Every night around 4am, they would wake her up and ask her to sleep with them. One night when her husband got a little tipsy, he admitted he was scared to be alone upstairs too.

A few days before my visit, I saw a vision of an old man, very skinny, dark hair, wearing a tartan dressing gown. I gave Laura a call and asked her if she could find out if an old man had owned the home. As soon as I mentioned my vision, she said the whole suburb had a lot of old men living alone. She felt my vision fitted the events and further investigation was not necessary.

On the day of my space clearing, Laura told me her son talked about 'the spaghetti man who would come through the walls at night'. Laura felt my description of a 'skinny old man' was spot on.

I found out the spirit was unaware he was scaring the family, and was quite happy to move on to the other side where friends and family would be waiting. To help build the children's confidence, I made protection pouches filled with sacred herbs which the children could keep beside their bed at night.

I find this work so rewarding! I feel privileged to be able to bring peace to children and parents alike, and to help spirits cross over. I must admit I often get very emotional (and a little teary) when I know the spirit has moved on to a happier place. Please note - all names have been change to protect my clients' privacy.

If you would like to book my services for a space clearing of your home or business, visit my Space Clearing page at Sacred Feng Shui Design.

Ben Cousins' Astrology Story

2010-08-28T10:03:00.033+10:00

Due to requests from my Australian blog subscribers, I would like to give a little insight into this talented and troubled young man with Chinese Astrology. For overseas subscribers, Ben Cousins was one of Australia's brightest young AFL football players. His career fell apart due to addiction to illegal substances. A controversial and revealing series was shown on Australian TV following this young man's struggle with drugs, fame and football hierachy.

When you look at Ben Cousins' chart, you can see his story reflected in his Chinese 4 Pillars chart. I will give a brief analysis of what I found using simple terminology, to give you a feel of Ben's charms and challenges. Ben was born on 30 June, 1978. Unfortunately I was not able to find his time of birth, so his chart analysis is somewhat incomplete.

Hour Pillar - Yin Water/Water Pig
Month Pillar - Yang Earth/Fire Horse
Year Pillar - Yang Earth/Fire Horse

Ben is Yin Water, which means he can seem quite gentle on the outside, but underneath he can be determined and tenacious achieving his goals. Water people are generally quite restrained and secretive. Water people are not the likely to cry on people's shoulder, or show their real emotions to anyone and everyone, which was quite evident in 'Such is Life'.

Ben has no expression element (wood). Without it, his chart is like a pressure cooker with no outlet valve, the substance abuse became his way to 'let off steam'. Expression element allows us to say how we feel, share our hopes and dreams, and create ..... this element is missing in Ben's chart, so again we see it is not easy for him to reveal all.

Power element is very strong in his chart. Power element drives us, but excessive power can make Ben feel stressed and under pressure. Untill I have his time of birth, it would appear he no foundation element (metal) which is important because it relates to our foundations and our ability to stay grounded and steady during difficult times.

As you can see above, Ben has two Fire Horses in his chart. Imagine a young racehorse at the peak of its physical condition. They are a perfect example of speed and strength, and yet they become so highly strung, the slightest thing can set them off. Horses, will often injure themselves trying to get out of the stable, or kill themselves trying to get over a fence if something spooks them. Symbolically, I see Ben Cousins as that young racehorse, the young stallion strutting round the field, ready to jump the fence at any moment and run wild.

Strong Fire in his chart gives Ben charisma and passion, but when unbalanced can lead to depression, anxiety, insomnia .. a disturbed person. When you light a fire it will consume everything in its path if given enough space and fuel, which is what happened on Ben's week long benders. His chart suggests Ben has hyperactive tendencies, so I feel his addiction to drugs was initially fueled by his need to relax and switch off. He sits on a Travel Star, which is another indicator he would always be restless, needing movement, travel and variety.

Ben sits on a Heaven Star of Virtue which gives him more charisma, success and leadership qualities. Perhaps he could use his leadership qualities to coach kids on drug avoidance. Ben has two Romance Flowers making him attractive to the opposite sex. His chart shows power and fame comes to him without effort, so he would be quite surprised by all the fuss, hype, and media attention he receives.

This year Ben has a harmony combination with the Tiger year and this combination creates more fire. In Ben's chart, fire relates to money, so he will no doubt get good financial return from his TV series. His strong fire and Heaven Star of Virtue all give him the charisma and charm to continue to do well in the public eye such as television, film etc.

Next year, the year of the Rabbit (from Feb 4), will be a good year for Ben. His Romance Flower appears, so he may meet a special lady in December this year, or early next year. The year of the Rabbit also brings his Nobleman, someone who will help him. That person may help him in his new career, or help him find a new direction, or perhaps the new girlfriend will help him in some way. His Academic Star appears also, which will spur him on to study, learn something new, or seek greater understanding of himself.

I wish Ben Cousins well on his life journey. He does not have an easy chart! It will take time and greater understanding of his strengths and weaknesses to balance his life and tap into his true power. I see his early forties will be a time of greater harmony. There are signs he may even move overseas, or away from from his family (interstate) permanently around that time too.

Warm wishes, Carol G Partridge of Sacred Feng Shui Design

Copyright © 2010 Sacred Feng Shui Design

Astrological Influences and the Australian Election Limbo - August 2010

2010-08-26T11:35:00.010+10:00

In the past week I have had a number of clients email me asking if there were planetary/astrological influences which could explain the Australian Election events. Indeed there were some indicators present in the chart of the time the voting opened on Saturday.

Venus and Mars (female & male) were conjuct (sitting together) on the ascendant (public persona). This indicated female and male were considered of equal stature in the public's eye. Secondly, they were being squared (opposing force) by Pluto. Pluto squared represents power struggles, unseen forces and the underworld. So the power struggle can now be seen. Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott have had their power taken away, and they must now negotiate with the Greens and Independents to gain their power. Of course I am sure there will be some underhand and dirty deals (very plutonic) which will go on behind the scenes to pursuade the other parties.

Also, Mercury went retrograde (it moves closer to the earth) on the day of the election. Mercury retrograde represents confusion, mistakes and delays in all forms of communication and connections. Hence there has been mistakes in the vote count in some electorates. In Chinese Astrology, this is the clash month of the Year of the Tiger, representing change, challenges and conflict. The clash month finishes September 7 so I believe one layer of struggle will be removed. However Mercury remains retrograde until September 13, so the real outcome will be much clearer in the 2nd week of September. Perhaps by then, there will be talk of another vote.

But I must add, whenever Pluto is present in a chart analysis, unseen forces are at hand, so it can be very hard to predict the outcome.

Talk with you soon, Carol G Partridge
Sacred Feng Shui Design

How to Feng Shui your Desk for Success & Good Health

2010-07-28T19:04:00.028+10:00

As a qualified feng shui consultant, I am frequently asked for general feng shui advice on how to arrange a work or home office desk to enhance success and good health.

When sitting at your desk, it is best to have your back against a solid wall. This represents feeling supported and protected by life and your superiors. I often find people place the back of the desk against a wall, and leave their back exposed. It is a basic human instinct to feel vulnerable in this position. If you feel uncomfortable you will not be able to concentrate and focus on the job at hand.

You must be able to see who comes in and out of the room from your desk. You feel comfortable and in control of your environment when you can see what is going on, and who is coming in.

EMFs are always a concern in an office environment. These days, most computers emit low electro-magnetic radiation, however the transformer on the adapter cable of your laptop emits high EMFs, so keep the transformer as far away from your body as possible. Power boards also emit high EMFs and should be placed at least two metres away from your body.

Positive ions and static build up from all electrical devices, and synthetic clothes and shoes rubbing on synthetic chairs and carpet. Air-conditioning can also create a very dry atmosphere. Himalayan Salt Lamps are a very cheap and attractive way to ionise the air. Place it next to your computer.

Most home offices also contain printers. Printing inks contain benzene. In addition to irritation of the eyes and skin, chronic exposure to even low levels of benzene causes headaches and drowsiness. Whilst printing at home, leave a window in the room open. In a business office this may not be possible. The good news is certain plants are proficient at absorbing harmful chemicals. Please read my previous blog article 'Improve indoor air quality with plants' for advice on which plants to use. Plants also expel oxygen, so I would recommend a plant for the home and work office as oxygen keeps us alert and mentally agile.

Keep your work area tidy! Cluttered work spaces can make you feel burdened, depressed, tired and unable to think clearly.

Place an inspirational picture in your office. Are you working towards a promotion? Are you saving for a holiday? Are you working hard to buy a beautiful home? Does a photo of your family or pet uplift you? Fill your office with images and objects that lift your spirits. This is a good position for a Vision Board.

For a more detailed description on How to Feng Shui your Desk visit my Feng Shui Newsletter.

Wishing you peace and prosperity, Carol G Partridge

Feng Shui Newsletter August 2010

2010-07-16T15:46:00.022+10:00

I have just released my Feng Shui Newsletter August 2010. Its full of interesting and relevant information such as ...

How to feng shui your home or office desk for success and good health.

Astrological update for August to September, 2010. I discuss the sudden rise of our Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, and the brutal demise of Kevin Rudd.

I have found a recipe for a natural spider deterrent spray.

I am excited to announce I now sell water quality test kits in my Sacred Shop online at Sacred Feng Shui Design. Its the only way to find out what you are drinking and whether you need a water filter.

Click this link to see or all my Feng Shui Newsletters. You can also subscribe to my newsletters so they arrive in your mailbox when first published.

All the best, Carol G Partridge

Feng Shui Newsletter April 2010

2010-03-29T09:53:00.007+11:00

Wow ... hasn't it been a demanding and exhausting year so far! Not surprising in the Year of the Metal Tiger. I go into more detail about how this year may affect your soul's journey in my April Feng Shui Newsletter.

Also in this issue ...

the importance of conducting regular space clearings during these busy times and how you can perform a space clearing of your home and business.
Mercury will be retrograding in April again for approximately 3 weeks - how best to handle these tricky energies.
the lastest research on Bisphenol A in toxic plastic baby bottles and the safe alternative - glass baby bottles, now available from my online shop Better Health Products.
I am now offering Remote Feng Shui Consultations Australia wide. For more information visit my Feng Shui Services.

If you would like to receive my free Feng Shui Newsletters on a regular basis, subscribe here.

Wishing everyone peace and prosperity, Carol ♥

My feng shui blog gets AAA rating

2010-02-17T18:01:00.004+11:00

My blog has just been listed as one of the top feng shui blogs, a great honour!

carol g partridge of sacred feng shui design - the best feng shui blog!

Top 5 Feng Shui Tips - What to look for when buying a home

2010-01-19T16:41:00.023+11:00

Ensure the property is easy to find. If you have trouble finding the home, so will opportunities and positive energy.
Look for a home with a sunny front face with lots of natural light inside. Sun light symbolises yang qi, warm, energizing, motivating, positive. Shadow or darkness symbolises yin qi, cold, demotivating, peaceful, rest. A home with a sunny face or front is warm and inviting, and encourages positive energy & qi to enter your home & life. A home with lots of natural light inside will keep you motivated & active. You can always add heavy curtains to bedrooms to create yin qi, where peace and rest is important. However it is difficult to make a dark or shady home sunny unless you use artificial light and that does not have the same uplifting qualities as natural light.
Avoid buying a home with a troublesome history or book a feng shui consultation a.s.a.p. Find out as much as you can about the previous occupants. Are they selling because of a relationship breakdown, has someone lost their job? If you decide to buy a home with a difficult history because it is a bargain, or you simply must have it, be prepared for a similar outcome when you move in. The good news is a qualifed feng shui consultant trained in form, compass and flying stars feng shui will be able to improve the energy and prosperity of a home with a difficult past.
Avoid a buying a home on a busy road. Pollution from cars will adversely affect your health over time, the noise from trains, trams and cars will make it difficult for you to have a good nights sleep which is important for your well being.
How close are Power Poles & Mobile Phone Towers? Your home & particularly your bedrooms need to be at least 200 meters away from high voltage transmission lines and street power lines. The electromagnetic radiation from power poles is very powerful and will radiate into the home causing all sorts of health problems. Mobile phone towers are often on top of high rise buildings, apartment blocks & shopping centres. Have a good look in the surrounding streets, look at Google Maps for a birds eye view. Your home needs to be at least 300 meters away from mobile phone towers. Read more about sick homes!

For more information visit Sacred Feng Shui Design or contact Carol Partridge

Copyright (c) 2010 Sacred Feng Shui Design

Improve the feng shui of your home/office & the indoor air quality with plants

2010-01-12T18:23:00.021+11:00

Indoor plants can absorb harmful chemicals and improve air quality, making your home or office a more pleasant place to live or work.

They also fill a room with peace, and have been proven to be emotionally uplifting.

The most common harmful airborne chemicals found in the average home or office are formaldeyde, benzene, trichloroethylene, and carbon monoxide. Even in low concentrations, these chemicals can cause a variety of health problems.

According to former NASA research scientist Dr. Wolverton, several varieties of houseplants excel in removing these chemical pollutants from the air (How to Grow Fresh Air, 1996). The most effective in removing formaldehyde were philodendron, spider plant and golden pathos. Two common flowering varieties were the most efficient at removing benezene; these were gerbera daisy and chrysanthemum. The peace lily and the chrysanthemum removed the highest percentage of trichoroethylene.

Since all plants utilize carbon in the process of producing new growth, all these varieties are effective in removing low levels of carbon monoxide. Other varieties found to be especially effective in cleaning the air were english ivy, chinese evergreen, bamboo palm, snake plant (mother-in-law's tongue) and several types of dracaena, including marginata, corn plant, and janet craig.

Formaldehyde is used in particle board or pressed wood products to make office or household furniture, in carpets, permanent pressed clothes, water repellants & fire retardants. Other sources include natural gas, kerosene, and cigarette smoke. Formaldehyde irritates the membranes of the eyes, nose, and throat and can cause headaches.

Benzene is present in inks, oils, paints, and plastics. In addition to irritation of the eyes and skin, chronic exposure to low levels of benzene causes headaches, loss of appetite, and drowsiness.

Trichloroethylene is used by dry cleaners and in printing inks, paints, varnishes and adhesives. This chemical is considered to be a potent liver carcinogen.

All plants produce oxygen through the process of photosynthesis. Thus any plants you choose, in addition to the varieties named here, will increase the concentration of oxygen in their immediate surroundings. According to McNally (2008) 'one large plant per 100 square feet is sufficient to clean the air in an average home or office.'

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Feng Shui Predictions for Metal Tiger 2010

2009-12-31T18:52:00.016+11:00

In this issue of my Feng Shui Newsletter for 2010 ... find out what you can expect from the Year of the Metal Tiger. You will find tools on how to calculate your four pillars (chinese astrology chart) so you can find out how 2010 will affect you. The location of the difficult and positive feng shui Annual Time Stars for 2010 and how to handle them. Feng shui tips to welcome in the New Year. Advice on how to deal with Mercury Retrograde.

Happy New Year Everyone!

Feng shui tips & advice

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The feng shui information at sacred feng shui design is the best website to go to for clear and easy to understand information on feng shui, geomancy, space clearing, divination, western astrology, chinese astrology and sick building syndrome.

It has free feng shui tips, a lovely Sacred Shop where you can purchase feng shui products, astrology charts, and better health products such as safe drinking bottles that do not leach harmful chemicals.

Astro Forecast - Mercury Retrograde 27 December 2009

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Mercury Retrograde = delays, frustrations and misunderstandings

The planet Mercury will go retrograde for approximately 2 weeks from the 27th December 2009 till 16 January 2010 causing hiccups with all forms of communication, including planes, trains and automobiles.

Emails, text & phone messages, letters and contracts can disappear, leaving you wondering what is going on, and why people have not got back to you. Anything mailed can also go astray.
Computers can slow down at this time due to system errors, or crash.
You may experience problems with your internet or phone connection.
Plane, train, bus, and tram schedules can go out the window .. so expect delays.
Your car may start running a bit rough during Mercury Retrograde. In peak hour, there may be an increase in car breakdowns and traffic light malfunctions causing lengthy delays.

My Advice

Back up your computer before the 27th December!
Finalise all contracts, projects and forms of communication before the 27th.
It is not a good time to begin new projects. It's best to wait till after 16 January 2010 when Mercury will go Direct. Mercury Direct means Mercury will be moving forward again. If you begin a project while Mercury is in Retrograde (reverse) expect the project to be frustratingly slow and problematic.
If you are in the middle of negotiations, allow for delays, and misunderstandings. Keep a copy of everything which is sent, in case it has to be sent again. Don't schedule tight deadlines ... factor in delays!
Before going on holidays or business travel, double check all documents and schedules before you leave. Allow plenty of time to get to the airport. Allow plenty of time to transfer between flights.
Most important .... relax and go with the flow. Now you know this two week period can be frustrating, you can prepare yourself for the influence this planet has on our daily lives.

Mercury Retrograde is often referred to as the Trickster!

As Mercury Retrogrades three times a year for approximately three weeks, I will update you when Mercury Retrogrades again next year on Twitter , My Blog or my Feng Shui Newsletter. I will be sending out my Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology forecast for 2010 in January, so subscribe to my Newsletter at www.sacredfengshuidesign.com.au

For a little stress relief and a giggle during this frustrating time, take a look at this funny, and very clever song and video about Airport Delays.

Merry Christmas everyone ... Carol

Feng shui and the fibonacci sequence

2009-10-30T16:13:00.021+11:00

Four of feng shui's core principles correspond to numbers in the Fibonacci sequence. Taiji or centre = 1; yin and yang = 2; the cosmic trinity = 3; the five phases (fire, earth, metal, water & wood) = 5; the eight triagrams (eight directions) = 8.

Fibonacci numbers can be found in nature and our bodies, and have influenced art, architecture and music.

Each number in the series is the sum of the two previous numbers. For example 3+5=8, 5+8=13, and so on to infinity.

If you are new to the wonders of the Fibonacci code, I have attached a video which explains the basic principles.

The first time I heard about the Fibonacci sequence was 7 years ago. I did a wonderful workshop with Lesley Crossingham where we learnt how to draw spirit guides with pastels. I found out the features of our face fit the proportions of the Fibonacci sequence. Once we got those proportions right for our spirit portraits, they came alive!

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History of Feng Shui

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Feng Shui can be traced back to the I-Ching, the ancient Book of Changes written over 4,000 years ago. Confucious, the world famour Chinese philospher, was one of four founders. The physical environment was perceived to be a living entity, and the external world is a physical manifestation of our internal world. The earth's breath is qi/wind (feng), or the dragon's vapour, and the earth's water (shui) represents the dragon's blood. Therefore, in China, the physical environment is symbolic of a real dragon, and the ultimate purpose of feng shui is to locate the cave or lair of the dragon.

For this reason benevolent forces are said to concentrate around Hong Kong. The mix of mountains, plains and sea form the perfect dragon's lair!

The first and oldest school of Feng Shui, Form School, dates back to 190-220 C.E. Ancient texts show the importance of environmental factors such as the shape, size and position of surrounding hills and mountains, and the location of water when looking for an auspicious locations. Today, we also look at the buildings, roads, rivers, oceans, trees, fences and gardens that surround a building, to evaluate the quality of qi flowing into the site.

Around 722-481 B.C. Compass School (as it is known in the West) is based on the concept that each of the eight sectors or triagrams holds a different type of qi. They also represent magnetic directions, numbers 1 to 9, body parts, organs, people (male and female), and the five elements; fire, earth, metal, water and wood. An accurate compass reading of the facing direction of a building is an essential part of the analysis. This is not the same as the Black Sect or Life Aspirations theories developed for Westerners in the 70's and 80's. They are generalized and inaccurate methods sold to gullible Westerners to make money.

In medieval China, feng shui was a closely guarded secret. Its Masters were restricted to emporers, and the privileged. By deliberately excluding commoners from feng shui's power, they ensured their positions. Feng shui masters were greatly rewarded for their skills, and severely punished and sometimes killed, if they helped commoners. So it was not until the Qing Dynasty (1644-1840) that the true secrets of the Flying Star School were revealed. The numbers 1-9 from the Lo Shu Grid or Magic Square 'fly' in various directions, creating mathematical patterns which reveal the essential character of a building.

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2009-10-26T16:15:00.011+11:00

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2009-08-10T18:54:00.008+10:00

2012 - Science or Superstition

2009-07-23T21:28:00.017+10:00

On a cold winter's night in Melbourne, with the usual rubbish on TV, I decided to watch a movie (you can tell I don't have Foxtel). '2012 - Science or Superstition' turned out to be a very interesting documentary on the significance of the end of the Mayan Calendar December 21, 2012.

Opinions were gathered from scientists, anthropologists and archaeologists. It explained the more scientific 'natural disaster' possibilities such as solar flares and the pole shift, and also gave great insight into the 'renewal or rebirth of consciousness' theories from historians and anthropologists who have not only studied the Mayan culture, but also have found a similar theme in Egyptian, and American Indian legends. Worth watching!

Hope you find it interesting too .... stay safe and warm, Carol

Signs & Symbols

2009-07-17T22:36:00.010+10:00

Throughout the ages, there has been many methods for forecasting the hidden aspects of life. Ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, Babylon and China read the stars. American Indians and Australian Aboriginals read the signs and symbols in nature to guide them. The ‘three wise men’, or Magi, came from Persia and India to find the baby Jesus.

The Magi kept very precise records of the positions of the stars

They believed that the stars held the secrets of the past and could foretell the future. “The Magi figured out that a very rare event was about to take place. The ‘wandering stars’ which today we know are planets Mars, Jupiter and Saturn would appear very close together in the constellation of Pisces. The Magi predicted that these three planets would form a triangular, arrow head shape in the sky which would point out an important event on earth. In those days, groups of people were ‘assigned’ constellations; Pisces was the constellation that had been given to the Hebrew people” (New York Times 1998).

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Negative or Bad Homes & Offices

2009-07-09T18:44:00.023+10:00

I was at a dinner party recently and everyone could recall a personal experience of a home that 'just wasn't right', or where they had experienced alot of sickness and sadness. The beautiful home that is back on the market every few years. The house where married couples always end up divorcing, or one particular shop that nevers seems to stay in business very long.

I was asked what I thought was the main reason for these 'negative' places?

More often than not, I find it is a combination of a few problems. Often the flying star chart of the home verifies it is not a good place for health and relationships. Health problems such as frequent colds & flu, slow recovery, poor sleep and infertility are often caused by a combination of Geopathic Stress and Sick Building Syndrome (please see my website for more detailed information on these issues). And if there has been alot of turmoil, tragedy and sickness in a particular place, dark and heavy energy builds up over time, so a Space Clearing is needed to remove it. Fortunately, all 'negative' homes or buildings can be improved or neutralized by a qualified consultant trained in Feng Shui, Geomancy, Sick Building Syndrome and Space Clearing.

If you have any further questions regarding Geomancy or Sick Building Syndrome, go to http://www.sacredfengshuidesign.com.au/

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Questions About Feng Shui

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By the way, I am always happy to answer any questions you may! Send your questions to carol@sacredfengshuidesign.com.au

My Story

2009-07-03T12:17:00.006+10:00

My mother correctly predicted major events quite early in my life, so unusual phenomenon seemed quite natural to me. I am not sure if you would call my mother psychic? Whenever I was overseas she would describe my activities or conversations in detail, which she had seen in her dreams (back home in Australia).

It was almost as if she astral travelled to be by my side. Even though there were two other children in the family, Mum only seemed to have that ‘connection’ with me.

As I grew up, I realized I had inherited psychic sensitivity. I went on to learn how to interpret information and protect myself from picking up unwanted ‘stuff’ during my normal day to day existence.

I studied Tarot at the College of Psychic Studies in London, Channelling with various psychic development teachers in Sydney. Western Astrology at The Melbourne School of Astrology, and Chinese Astrology with Vic Ketis.

Every holiday was a pilgrimage to find answers …

.. and experience the energy at sacred sites and power centers all over the world. My most memorable experiences were at Cuzco, Machu Picchu and the Nazca Lines of Peru; Egyptian Temples and Mt. Sinai, Egypt; The Temple of Apollo in Delphi, Greece; Sedona and Monument Valley in America; Uluru in Australia; from Nepal to the Himalayas; the Arthurian trail from Tintagel on the Cornish Coast to Glastonbury - the Isle of Avalon.

What lead me to Feng Shui?

To be honest, I had always been a sceptic of Feng Shui. Most of what I had read about feng shui was either very general or hard to understand. I am sure you can relate to that!

However, we had just moved into a new apartment and before long, we had quite a few incidents of theft. Now because I had studied Western Astrology for 3 years, I knew this was not part of our astrological profile, karmic story or planetary transits. I had performed many space clearings at our apartment, so the feel of the apartment was good. So I thought …. IT MUST HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE FENG SHUI OF THE HOME! I studied Feng Shui and sure enough, the flying star analysis of the apartment revealed theft was indeed part of the energetic character of the building. Once our apartment was remedied, we had no more theft.

I never could have imagined how fascinating and accurate feng shui readings could be ...

I have seen substantial improvements in my client’s lives since they have had a feng shui analysis, however the key to their success is the fact I combine geomancy, space clearing, intuitive skills, and sick building analysis with every feng shui consultation.

I have attained Certificate IV in Feng Shui with the Australian College of Environmental Studies, which offers the most comprehensive Feng Shui Training in Australia. The Principle and Advanced Flying Star teacher at the college has been personally trained by feng shui experts Master Raymond Lo, and Master Joseph Yu.

In 2009 it was a privilege to enhance my feng shui knowledge by studying with Master Raymond Lo of Hong Kong.

I am proud to be a member of the AFSC (Association of Feng Shui Consultants), which denotes my commitment to professionalism and the Association’s Code of Ethics.

Your home is the physical manifestation of your inner world, your karmic journey and life’s lessons. Feng Shui will reveal your sacred story and help you to achieve your full potential!

Copyright (c) 2009 Sacred Feng Shui Design

About Sacred Feng Shui Design

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As a feng shui consultant trained in the three schools of feng shui (form, compass & flying stars), it is possible to read the energetic ‘character’ of a building, and the effect it is having on every aspect of your life, whether beneficial, neutral or detrimental. Combined with Geomancy, Space Clearing, Sick Building Analysis and intuitive skills,

The 'elemental' energies can then be adjusted, creating ..

better health, wealth, relationships, sleep, fertility, career, opportunities
improve the feel of your home, create a harmonious and peaceful space
improve business profits, staff health, relationships, and productivity
stimulate the sale of your home or business

Home and Business consultations are available throughout Melbourne. For a comprehensive and confidential consultation, contact carol@sacredfengshuidesign.com.au

Copyright (c) 2009 Sacred Feng Shui Design