The Yin/Yang Theory
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If you’re anything like I am, you’re beginning to dread each coming winter more and more. The Yin/Yang theory of the normal change of the seasons brings with each winter the Yin aspect: dark (those long dark days), passive, downward, cold, contacting and weak are all aspects of the Yin part of the cycle. But with Spring comes the Yang: Bright, active, upward, hot, expanding, creative and strong. It is what prompts us all to get up earlier, have more energy, get moving and look forward to our days. I think it also prompts us to what has been going on for Centuries, and home Spring Cleaning. It’s a time to clear out the old and bring in new beginnings. If you’re starting to think of your Spring Cleaning this year, it just might be a wonderful time to combine it with the Art of Feng Shui. Not only will you clear your clutter, have everything bright and shining but also implement some of the very easy changes and additions you can make in your home to enhance the serenity and harmony you feel there! Remember while you are doing this to pay attention to basements and under your bed as energy rises. As far as attics go, this is energy “hanging over you.” Are the items you have stored in these places really necessary? You can be sure they’re not if you only see them during spring cleaning. You want to keep a free flow of energy throughout your entire home, not just the obvious areas. And we are notorious for throwing things downstairs when we don’t know what to do with them; I think its human nature that out of sight is out of mind. But since we are incorporating some of the basic principles of Feng Shui into your cleaning, mindfulness is very important as well as keeping your intentions clear. About the Author: Carole Provenzale |