by Vikki Anderson
Feng Shui for Autumn
Autumn is a wonderful time to clean out your house of all the things you no longer need, want or like. Many yard sales are going on in local neighborhoods, so join the crowd and make some extra cash by getting rid of your own “treasures.” You never know what people are looking for and you may just have that odd piece of furniture, kitchen appliance or accent piece that will be wanted. This is also a great time to make room in your home, garage, basement and attic for the upcoming holidays. Remember, with the weather getting cooler, your family needs room to relax, read, write out the bills, enjoy each other’s conversations, watch TV or play video games, and do homework. They need a comfortable and organized living space.
With the season upon us, it is important to clear out the summer energy and have a more relaxed and calming environment. Many people rearrange furniture, change bed linens and curtains to rich fall colors. Any alteration brings a change of energy so be sure that you feel comfortable, happy, relaxed and stress free after you update your room’s look. If you are tired of the same old curtains or comforters, change them. If the same worn out throw pillows are tattered or old, go to flea markets or garage sales for a thrifty alternative. It will make you feel re-energized once you bring in new items and colors.
Suggestions:
- Place colorful potted plants on your front steps to invite the outside into your home which will attract family and friends to visit more often.
- Keep toilet lids closed so that you don’t waste energy by flushing water (money) down the toilet. Also, fix leaky pipes and faucets.
- Get rid of clutter under beds to allow a more restful night’s sleep.
- Change all burned out light bulbs immediately so that the energy in that area of your home or office will continue to burn brightly.
- Hang up chimes from gutters or trees to promote positive chi to circulate around your property.
- Plant multi colored bulbs for next year’s beautiful gardens!
- Place 60 MM aurora borealis crystals in windows which get the morning sun so that rainbows will frolic on your walls for balanced energy.
- Buy large bamboo pieces and use as curtain rods in every room for continued blessings.
- Let sun light into your home. Keep windows clean so that opportunities may find their way into your space.
Vikki Anderson is an Advanced Certified Feng Shui Practitioner. Please visit www.Fengshuimoon.com for Feng Shui consultations and more informative articles.
MOON PHASES |
DATE |
DEGREE, SIGN & MINUTES |
TIME |
| Full Moon/Harvest Moon |
04 |
11 Aries 10 |
02:10 AM |
| Last Quarter |
11 |
18 Cancer 11 |
04:56 AM |
| New Moon |
18 |
24 Libra 59 |
01:33 AM |
| First Quarter |
25 |
02 Aquarius 44 |
08:42 PM |
Planets in the morning sky: Mercury thru the 23rd, Venus, Mars and Saturn from the 6th.
Planets in the night sky: Jupiter.
Retrogrades: Jupiter goes Direct on October 13, Uranus and Neptune all month.
Change of Sun Sign: Sun enters Scorpio on October 23.
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ARIES – March 20 – April 18
Home life needs a lot of attention in many areas. Deal with procrastination issues as soon as possible to attract positive energy. Your personality gets a boost and you are able to handle anything that comes your way with less stress. Partnerships have the potential to be wonderful if you let them. New beginnings in business opportunities and expansion seem possible and there is so much potential for increased growth and financial security. Making sure that you are the best you can be now will help further your career and personal goals. People adore you are and if you could show a little more patience to those around you, you should be able to get everything you desire.
TAURUS – April 19 – May 19
Good strong ties with family will help you through any rough spots. Money matters improve. You are getting a handle on how you will repay debt and organize your financial future and are thinking more logically and are trying to complete your “to do” list. You even want your love life calmer and settled. Things are going well, although you may feel as if life has gotten the better of you. Just remember, there are many wonderful opportunities ahead once you decide your direction. Be specific about your dreams so that the universe can give you exactly what you need for an abundant future.
GEMINI – May 20 – June 20
Partnership issues may be a cause of frustration if you don’t feel the need to compromise and truly listen to your partner. Being very patient and tolerant will help you get through any bumps in the road. Responsibilities at work and home keep you swamped and overwhelmed. Prioritize. Share responsibilities with those you love or at the very least, with close friends and family. You need to share your concerns so you can get the negativity out of your energy field. Once this is accomplished, you will have renewed energy, strength, conviction and motivation to accomplish everything you need.
CANCER – June 21 – July 21
Financial issues keep your mind spinning. Someone may ask for a loan and of course that is up to you, but be sure that you have some type of contract so that getting it back will be easy. You have more dedication to your job, family or school. You are more active than you have been in years and are looking for fun. Emotionally, you are doing well, but your mouth may run away with you so you do want to be careful about spontaneous responses or quips. Determination, persistence and willpower will help you accomplish your projects and tasks. Your efforts are not going unnoticed and have a good shot at getting a raise or more responsibilities because your peers know how hard you work to make things perfect in both your career and personal life.
LEO – July 22 – August 21
It is time to have fun; travel or take a new class. You will feel an overabundance of love, happiness, accomplishment and purpose; however, you still have the urge to help everyone. In the long run, you will be the same type of person you’ve always been – one who is too caring, loving, kind, generous, accommodating, helpful, etc., until others usurp all of your energy. Balance this energy by letting others help you in return for your favors! Your creativity is highlighted so use the extra time that you now have to paint, write, play a musical instrument, do a crossword puzzle or just relax and watch TV. You need some rest, so why not start now?
VIRGO – August 22 – September 21
Career issues seem important now and may change in a way that doesn’t suit your needs. Building a stable career foundation is very important. You may even be interested in furthering your education for your job or to get another position; however, you really would love to learn more about philosophies and travel to foreign countries because you are so interested in other cultures. You are thinking quite logically now so this is a wonderful time to handle all of your unfinished projects. Love life suffers from a bunch of small misunderstandings so deal with them. Your activity level is high, so remember to rest when tired and get a good night’s sleep for optimum endurance.
LIBRA – September 22 – October 22
Friends seem to be on your side, but you just want an honest answer to your questions. Don’t be angry with those who finally tell you the truth. Listen and learn. You are living in your own fantasy world and may not be seeing reality. Otherwise, your career finally gets a boost. You may be getting a new part time or full time job if you have been searching for one; however, it will be a big change for you. You will be working hard but this is what you need to get established within your field. Things will be blown out of proportion so be careful about opening your mouth and ruining a good relationship or friendship without thinking the situation through first. Changes are coming your way; be prepared for them.
SCORPIO – October 23 – November 20
Leave the past behind and set new goals for your future. Friends are an important asset now. They will get you out of the house and will listen to your woes until you are feeling better. You consistently work hard and have an outstanding work ethic, but now you are ready to count down the years before retirement. You are thinking about so many avenues that you can take and are either looking for that love relationship you never experienced or finally appreciating the one you have. You want to move on in a positive fashion and handle your concerns rationally, logically and analytically. Life doesn’t always fit into these three categories, but you are going to give it your best shot to see that it does.
SAGITTARIUS – November 21 – December 20
Even though life seems to be an uphill battle these days, things are finally becoming resolved. You are thinking of many alternatives to your issues and are acting upon them. You may feel stuck in a rut. You just need to believe in yourself and that you are doing what needs to be done to form a solid foundation for your future. Financial success and opportunities are seeking you out so be sure not to push them away. Communication is a key issue as well as innovative ideas and moving towards new beginnings. Perhaps it is not the right time for you to find out all of the answers. Go slowly.
CAPRICORN – December 21 – January 18
You are truly on a road to self-discovery. This road will lead you to new dimensions of yourself. You are leaving the negative self behind and only exhibiting your spiritual and adventurous sides. You may be a bit intense with friends and family and hard on yourself because things are not moving as quickly as you would like. You will survive, you will endure, and you will succeed — so keep those thoughts in your mind and move forward as best you can. Love life, communication and your responsibilities seem to be cemented now as you realize that you don’t have control over everything and you can’t stress about things you can’t control.
AQUARIUS – January 19 – February 17
Life is a mystery. You think you have something solved and then something else pops up to take its place. It is like a treadmill and you are walking over the same territory over and over again. You are exhausted and stressed so rest whenever you can and just let some of your chores and responsibilities go. Can you delegate some of your responsibilities? You need to concentrate on your career and get that going in the right direction. Being the one who truly cares for family and friends is exhausting. Give yourself permission to let go of everyone who is zapping your energy and stick with the people who are nurturing and want to help you in return.
PISCES – February 18 – March 19
Being overly sensitive and emotional now will not help you handle your concerns with life, family and friends. You may wish to toughen up a bit and set some boundaries. Standing up for yourself will win you the respect you deserve from those who have taken advantage of you for much too long. Unexpected changes will also be coming your way regarding family and sibling issues; any type of communication should be double and triple checked to make sure you know what you have agreed to or signed. Love life issues may keep you on an emotional roller coaster, but if you handle the issues up front, things will be resolved quickly.
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