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Feng shui tips that energize your office

by Jennifer Hofmann on May 22nd, 2008

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Post by Karen Henderson

When you first step into your office, how does it feel? How do you feel while working there?
An office where energy is balanced and flowing smoothly helps you feel healthy, inspired and productive.

Used for thousands of years, Feng Shui (pronounced fung shway) is the Chinese art of placement of objects for balanced flow of chi (energy).

Energize a dull-feeling office by adding plants, flowers, movement such as a slow moving ceiling fan or desktop fountain, bold colors or beautiful art objects.

When there is too much chi, causing confusion and lack of concentration, clean up clutter, get rid of things that do not work or are distracting or displeasing to you. I don’t mean co-workers! Change harsh light to indirect, focused lamps.

The most favorable placement for your desk is diagonal to the entrance with a wall behind you. When people and things can’t “sneak up on you”, you feel secure in your position, allowing you to relax and concentrate.

Favorable:

• balance of black and white
• round objects
• water or pictures of water/falls
• plants with thick, round leaves, such as jade

Unfavorable:

• dirt and dust
• squares
• dark art or colors

Helpful practices to maintain balanced chi:

• Remove dead flowers and plant leaves, non-working pens, tools and equipment, chipped mugs
• Soften sharp corners with tall or viney plants
• At the end of each day, tidy your desk and office so it looks (and you’ll feel!) fresh and ready for work when you arrive the next day.

Balance the energy flow in your office and feel increased energy in yourself!

Karen Henderson is a Clutter Consultant, serving folks by organizing through her business, Get Organized & More, in Salem, Oregon. “Clutter to Clarity” is her motto and she specializes in kitchens, beach houses, art studios & downsizing.

Do you use feng shui concepts in your office? What works for you?

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