MindfulnessI was fortunate to spend several days at MIRAVAL last week.I attended several classes on Mindfulness, since it is at the core of Miraval’s philosophy.I thought I would share some of what I learned in my Mindfulness at MIRAVAL class.So, what is Mindfulness?“Mindfulness is the simple practice of bringing awareness & acceptance to our moment-to-moment...Read More

Feng Shui tip of the day! Your home is a family member too! Take care of her needs so she can take care of you!Keep her clean: pressure wash, clean the windows and wipe down the doors.Keep her fed: make sure repairs are up to date, (no leaks to drain her energy), maintain your landscape...Read More

Feng shui tip of the day! If your front door and back door are in direct line with each other, place a large plant near the back door.Chi can rush directly through your home, taking your money with it, so the plant provides a place for the chi to linger and therefore keeps your money...Read More

What we remove and repair in our homes is just as important as what we bring into our homes. So many times, clients are excited to add Feng Shui enhancements to help increase the chi in their home. However, before I add items, I like to take stock of what needs to be removed and...Read More

Feng Shui & CactusMost Feng Shui consultants and experts will discourage you from bringing prickly plants into your home.Since moving to the desert, my love and obsession with all things cactus has only grown.If you are like me and have a love affair with all things prickly, then the Fame and Reputation area of your...Read More

Water has been on my mind for a few days now. I ended up severely dehydrated in Santa Fe even though I drink out of a reusable LARQ water bottle all day long!Having lived in a tropical environment very near an ocean for over 30 years, I took water for granted.Since moving to the desert,...Read More

Use this plant for:• protection• Energy clearing• Spiritual growth & healing• Adding balance• Boosting concentration & focus✨Chakras: Root & HeartZodiac: Pisces & CancerElement: Air✨• diffuse when you feel congested or need to focus• Hang branches in the shower to release their oil• Add several drops of eucalyptus oil to your bath to detox• Smell some...Read More

I am always talking about the importance of decluttering in Feng Shui.Here are some ideas for spring cleaning and decluttering in some of the main areas of your home.I find breaking tasks into specific rooms helps me do a better job and makes the project more manageable.Family/Living Room:• Deep clean rugs/ couches if possible• Wash/repair/replace...Read More

Smoky Quartz…This beautiful brown/grey quartz represents our connection to Mother Earth.I work with an amazing elestial smoky quartz in my meditation room.As a Feng Shui enhancement, add smoky quartz to any/ all of your Earth Element Guas:• Skills & Knowledge• Center of home (sometimes called the Health gua)• Love & RelationshipsWork with Smoky Quartz when...Read More

I am always talking about the importance of decluttering in Feng Shui.Here are some ideas for spring cleaning and decluttering in some of the main areas of your home.Clutter in your attic represents clutter in your mind, as the attic is the home’s mind.Clutter in your basement represents clutter in your subconscious.I find breaking tasks...Read More