Q & A – Is a Feng Shui “Feeling” Enough?

Q. I found what I “feel” to be the perfect home for me. Everything feels good about it! To me, it is beautiful, but I want to make sure it is okay Feng Shui wise. It is situated on a slight hill and I wonder about the backyard. It is approx 1 acre. There is a small grassy area, then, it slopes downward toward a “creek” (no water at this time). There is walking bridge across this potential waterway built by previous owners. They also planted many beautiful shrubs and flowers and placed a bench under a tree as you walk down toward the bridge. The property backs up to a 2-lane road – residential on both sides. There are many trees between the house and that road. If the house FEELS good to me, should I be concerned about the backyard? To me, it is beautiful the way it slopes with the flowers, etc…but?? Thank you! Diane

A. Diane, this is a great question and it leads to many more… Why is the creek dry? Why did the previous owners sell? If someone wanted to approach your backdoor from the 2-lane road, could they? Is the bridge in good repair? You say that it’s a “potential waterway,” what else in this house, or in your life, is not living up to its potential?

Although we could very easily turn your simple question into an entire consultation (which is highly recommended!), right now, let’s tap into Essential Feng Shui for issues of safety and comfort, language skills, and living with what you love.

Safety first! Do you feel safe with that street so close? Do have pets that might get out at wander down to the road? Little children whose ball might roll away? Most likely not, as you haven’t addressed any of them in your initial question; However, pay attention to safety issues like speed limits, fencing, tree health, pets, etc. as you move-in and get comfortable.

Is the creek full seasonally, or dry permanently? The I Ching states that all things like to be called by their True Names, and used according to their True Nature. When we align with the Truth, harmony is restored. So, you’ll need to create the illusion of water year-round and to do this, you may choose to line the bed with dark or shiny rocks (these are both Water Element features), or in some other way create flow. Now it will be a “real” creek instead of a potential creek!

And Diane, it’s such a blessing that you love this place so much! You are setting yourself up for happiness, health and prosperity when you surround yourself with those things that you love. Congratulations!
Liv Kellgren, Programs Director, WSFS