Sacred Space

Modern life is so busy and fast-paced. For most of us, it feels nearly impossible to slow things down and create the sense of calm we may be craving. And the constant busyness can result in a build-up of clutter – mental as much as physical – in our lives and homes. To make matters […]

March 20, 2024
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Amidst the complexities of life, the idea of home holds a deeper significance than mere bricks and mortar. It represents a sanctuary where our souls find solace, a haven away from life’s storms. In this blog post we will delve into the art of crafting your personal sanctuary right within the walls of your home […]

March 4, 2024
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self-care altar In the realm of holistic interior design, creating a sanctuary within your home involves more than just arranging furniture and selecting color palettes – although they certainly are a part of it. It’s about curating a space that resonates deeply with your soul, a place where every element exudes intention and meaning. One […]

August 23, 2023
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Expert Tips for Transforming a Corner of your Home into a Serene Self-Care Space. Self-care has become something of a buzzword in recent years, and social media conjures up images of bubble baths, spa treatments and other kinds of pampering. And a little pampering certainly has its place in a self-care regime. But true self-care […]

May 22, 2023
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Feng Shui is the art of setting up our homes to support our health and well-being. And that well-being stretches across all aspects of our lives, not just our physical health. Fundamentally it works with our home’s energy, which is divided into nine zones that represent different facets of our lives. The aim is to […]

November 15, 2022

Despite its gloominess, I love January. It is a long, slow month. And it’s a time when we naturally feel more inclined to hibernate than get out there and make things happen. Many people resent how it seems to drag out and can’t wait until February arrives and life restarts. What I’ve noticed in recent […]

January 2, 2022

In modern times, May 1st has been officially deemed to be the feast of Bealtaine. However, the precise date falls halfway between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. This year Bealtaine technically falls on May 5th (2023 update: May 6th), so you still have time to mark and celebrate this life-affirming turning point in […]

May 1, 2021

Many ancient traditions applied sacred space practices to purify the energy of our homes. In the modern western world, though, Feng Shui is possibly the better-known system. And it can be relatively simple to apply — if we don’t get too bogged down in having to do it perfectly. Before getting started, you need to choose whether […]

February 18, 2021

In Feng Shui, your bedroom is always a romance hotspot. There is a good chance that another part of your home is where Relationships & Romance officially sits in the Bagua – and you should pay attention to that area too. But if you want to use Feng Shui to improve things romantically, the bedroom is of […]

February 10, 2021

And invite in what does. Both Karen Kingston and Denise Linn claim to have coined the modern term “space clearing”. But the practice it represents is an ancient tradition found in many parts of the world. It is a ritual to cleanse the energy of a space on a metaphysical level. Although the ritual can […]

January 31, 2021
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