Issue 5 - April, 2005
Feng Shui and the Power of Intention for Western Feng Shui or Black Hat Sect Feng Shui
Plus, the top three cures for helpful friends, travel and guides sector of the ba gua
As I've already mentioned on my webpage (www.easy-feng-shui.com) when I was first introduced to Western Feng Shui or Black Hat Sect Feng Shui back in 1996 I was a full on skeptic.
So, when Elizabeth (Western Feng Shui consultant and later teacher) first came to my two bed flat I did not believe that positive change would come about - even though the recommendations seemed logical!
I even remember Elizabeth advising me to remove the
ivy from my rear garden wall and guaranteeing that my
relationship would take off as a result. In the back of
mind I thought this was a bold and rather foolish statement.
Whilst tearing down the ivy I remember thinking
to myself that I'd 'lost the plot' and what a foolish way
to spend a weekend.
However, something did shift that weekend and my partner knocked on my door on Monday evening with a bunch of flowers in hand. It proved to be the turning point in our relationship. It was events like these that soon replaced skepticism with joy and belief that Feng Shui actually does work!
So, belief is not necessarily a prerequisite when
starting out. It's always good to test out ideas
and see if they make a difference before whole
heartedly believing in them. We are, after all,
intelligent individuals who like to experience
proof!
However, one cannot ignore the fact that Western Feng Shui or Black Hat Sect Feng Shui teaches us that our homes are extensions of ourselves. What's happening in our home simply reflects our inner energy field or inner state.
For example, moving water in the home traditionally
represents money so pay careful attention to leaky
plumbing which can indicate a financial loss.
Equally, overflowing drains can indicate an overload
of emotional issues.
If we are so deeply interconnected with our homes
then we have the power to make our Feng Shui cures
or changes even more effective by using personal
empowerments or the power of intention.
Feng Shui power of intention is what Master Lin Yun,
founder of the Black Hat Sect Feng Shui or Western Feng Shui movement, advocates. He has stated that by using the power of intention you can enhance your cures and placement by up to 120%.
By this I mean being totally aware of every change
that you make in the home and setting clear goals
and objectives of what you'd like the outcome to be.
This is the power of intention!
Don't forget that where intention goes, energy
follows! We are not just talking about your
conscious intention here we are also talking about
your subconscious intention. So, as you Feng Shui
your home make sure that all changes and cures
are implemented with positive and strong intent
(Feng Shui power of intention).
When you focus mind, body and soul on the changes
you are making you are setting yourself up for
success!
So, how do you go about becoming clear about your
intention? Traditionally, Black Hat Sect Feng Shui
or Western Feng Shui encourages the following ritual
which you are welcome to try.
Firstly, once you've implemented a change in the
home you'll want to clear it of all negative
energy. To do this, you can use what's called
the 'dispersing mudra'. A mudra is a hand
position used traditionally by monks, clergymen
and Popes as a way of calling in or invoking
energy.
The dispersing mudra is achieved by extending
your index and pinky fingers outwards, curling
your middle and ring fingers inwards towards
your palm and holding them in place by your thumb.
Then, flick your middle and ring fingers outwards
so that you dispel the negative energy surrounding
the object or cure you've implemented.
Repeat this action three or nine times whilst
chanting the mantra 'om mani padme hum' again
three or nine times.
The mantra 'om mani padme hum' is my favorite
mantra and means 'jewel in the heart of the
lotus'. It refers to our Buddha nature or
greatest potential for good which arises from
the lotus, a symbol of compassion. This
mantra is particularly effective for dispelling
negativity and bringing about peace and harmony.
So far then, you'll have used the mudra
associated with the power of the body plus
the mantra associated with the power of speech
to energize your Feng Shui cures.
Lastly, all you need to do is visualize a
desired outcome whilst using the mantra
and the mudra at the same time. You'll then
be using the power of the mind plus speech plus
body to fully balance the energy.
I appreciate that chanting in Sanskrit may
seem rather odd, especially if you are a
beginner. However, if this seems too
'left of field' then at least try visualizing
your desired outcome.
For example, are you trying to bring a new
relationship into your life? What would this chap
look like? Are you trying to create a lively setting
for social gatherings? Who would you invite?
What would you eat and drink?
In short, make sure you set time aside for
clarifying your intent. Once you are clear
about what you are trying to achieve you
can then let go and create the right
environment for success!
This month's QnA (question and answer section)
The top three cures for the helpful friends, travel and guides sector of the ba gua.
+++++ Question +++++
Dear Clare,
Thank you for your interesting feng-shui newsletter. I understand my girlfriend better now. My question is about the helpful friends part of the ba gua. Just how can I activate this area?
Any thoughts, please email.
Thank you, Denise.
+++++ Clare's response +++++
Dear Denise,
The helpful friends, travel and guides area of the ba gua
relates to your support system in life. Do you have helpful friends to turn to in a crisis? Is there someone there to guide you in times of strife? It also relates to how much you give of yourself.
According to the laws of karma (Hindu karma that is), if
you are willing to give of yourself emotionally and
spiritually you'll also find support when you need it most.
This area also relates to your spiritual guides and whether you derive help through intuition or a higher source. Another facet of this area of the ba gua is its connection to travel and overseas opportunities.
So, how can we activate this area which can be often
overlooked in favor of more pressing issues, i.e.
wealth, health and relationships?
1 Hang pictures of where you want to travel
As this area of the ba gua is related to travel you may
want to place pictures of an exotic location you've
always wanted to visit or live in. I put pictures of
France in this area (when I was living in UK) and
ended up moving to France to live.
I'm now back living in UK so I'll have to put
some pics back up of France to speed my return there!
2 Hang pictures of angels or spiritual beings
If you feel alone in life and would like more of a
support network, place pictures of angels, guardians
& spiritual beings in this area of the ba gua to
attract the right kind of help you need.
3 Hang photos of you enjoying yourself with friends
This area of the ba gua is associated with helpful
friends so it's great to reflect this by introducing
photos of you enjoying with friends. Equally, if you
are looking for a more active social life (maybe you
are trying to bring romance into your life), try
putting your telephone and address book here.
It's all a matter of symbology, don't forget!
Hope this helps! Clare.
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