Energetically there is an area of your space that is
known as Children and Joy. This is the
center right of your space when you overlay a grid of nine blocks (like a
tic-tac-toe board) over your home or office.
This area is about bringing
joy to our lives through our creations. Children and offspring are a creation,
as is self expression through writing, speaking, art, film, music, athletics
and various activities. Businesses and subsidiaries of a business are also
creations. Every person is creative and cultivating creativity can bring much
joy. Speaking up for oneself is about self expression. People that stifle this
energy may develop problems with their mouth, teeth, throat, skin, large
intestine or lungs.
An image associated with Children
and Joy is the lake. Lake energy is fun, magical
and relaxing. If you would like to have children, add some fun and whimsical
items. If you’d like to create better relationships with your children, include
something that reminds you about each person’s unique style and voice. If you
are preparing for retirement, this is a wonderful sector or your home or office
to refresh or revitalize as this area is also about the future.
From a feng shui
perspective, the Children and Joy gua is energized by the Metal element. Metal
energy is clear, focused and organized. When it is out of balance (too much or
too little) it can show up as anxiety and anguish, a lack of focus or purpose,
sloppy work or behavior, being overly sharp, critical or judgmental and even being
obsessive, sarcastic or aloof. Creating balance in this area can really help
bring focus to your life. Earth energy strengthens the area if Metal is weak
and Water energy dulls the sharp edges of overly strong Metal.
As in all areas of your
home, remove all clutter and fix everything that requires repair or
maintenance. Work with this gua in particular if you would like to:
·
have children or
are having issues with pregnancy
·
improve your
relationships with your teenagers or children
·
help your
children boost their independence
·
experience more
joy and fun in your life
·
have a happy and
prosperous retirement
·
develop your
self-expression or find your voice
·
eliminate lung,
breathing, intestinal throat or skin trouble
·
release grief,
sadness, addictions, rigid or chaotic behavior
·
be less critical
or judgmental of others
The feng shui color for the Children
& Joy gua is white. You can also use gray, silver, yellow and light colors
or any pastel shade. If your room is another color, simply enhance it with
white, gray or light shades. You can also energize this area by including
circular shapes or round objects (rugs, picture frames, art work, for example),
items made from any metal (such as gold, silver, brass, aluminum, etc.). Arched
doorways and windows add a wonderful feel to this area also.
Pictures of lakes, sunsets,
autumn scenes; fun, whimsical items and toys; earthy items such as pottery and
square shares and anything that represents being light-hearted and relaxed highly
encouraged in this area.
Different life stages call for different approaches.
Energize the Children and Joy gua based where you are in your life. The
important thing is that your space represents you. Would you like to benefit
from more relaxation, happiness, creativity and joy? If so, focus on the Children
and Joy gua. Discover the patterns and adjust anything that is out of balance.
More relaxation and fun will soon be a part of your experience.
Peg Donahue and Katina Lemay operate The Center for
Feng Shui and Intuitive Arts. To learn more about feng shui, join our mailing
list or to arrange for a consultation,
visit our website www.center4fengshui.com.
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