CLASSES / WORKSHOPS
Terumi has taught over 50 classes through the adult education program in Marin County, California on Feng Shui for the home, business and the garden. The experiential classes are highly popular as the esoteric art of Feng Shui is made understandable and useable.

Newsletter - Winter Solstice, December 21, 2011

On Winter Solstice, December 21, we have the longest night of darkness of the year. In contrast, celebrations of hanukah, Christmas, Kwanza all celebrate the light and the themes promote joy, peace and love. In Feng Shui, this is the KAN season representing CAREER. The element is water. So how is water connected to the season’s dominant themes? Consider that water covers 70% of our planet and makes up about 62% of our body. Water is therefore essential for vitality and life itself. When water is stagnant, scarce or polluted, it not only dramatically affects quality of life, it contributes to sickness and disease. North Americans are fortunate to have clean, abundant water.

Let’s look at water in relationship to career. The U.S. is recovering from a major recession, which suggests the movement of water metaphorically, has become a trickle or stagnant in pockets of the country with high unemployment rates.

YOU & CAREER
Have you noticed that people who love what they do, have a lightness about them and their exuberance spreads a feeling of joy? Are you one of these people? If so, acknowledge yourself for BEING, like the season we are in, bearers of LOVE, LIGHT and JOY.

Perhaps you are in the category of - I don’t love what I’m doing. At age 23, I worked as a secretary in the Canadian Embassy on the exotic island of Sri Lanka. My boss spent half the workday on the golf course while I was anchored in the office and bored stiff. I felt totally stagnant at work. However, I made up for it outside of work by having the luxury of time (thanks to a live-in servant who shopped, cooked & cleaned). I engaged in things I loved to do: volunteering at an orphanage, studying Kandyan dance and more. My stagnant career was balanced by an abundant personal life. The following resources can help you if you are in the category of not enjoying your work.

WAYS TO ENGAGE THE POWER OF WATER
Water takes on many forms such as the energy of quiet stillness equated with deep wisdom, to dynamic power. In 2011, three amazing women, Anacaria Myrrha, Annie Rohrbach and Laura Rose engaged the reflective waters of their wisdom and each, published a dynamic book tapping into their wealth of experience and knowledge. A new year often brings a desire for change, a fresh start. If there are areas in your life or career where you are feeling stuck or stagnant and desire change, these books can help you navigate your journey like the movement of flowing water.

“An Invitation to An Extraordinary Life: A Guide to Discovering, Organizing, and Manifesting the Things that Really Matter to You.”
$19.95 by Anacaria Myrrha www.anacaria.com

“What I am offering to you comes from what I have learned in over 30 years of practice as a professional organizer and a lifetime as a seeker of meaning. It is a process to get in touch with what we are really here for - our life purpose - and to build a structure to support us in the expression of that purpose in the world. What is an Extraordinary Life and how do you get to have one? An extraordinary life is one in which you:
•Are living your authentic values and life purpose
•Find deep meaning in your work
•Feel alive and satisfied
•Are surrounded by beauty
•Are connected to Source
•Are at peace

Anacaria is an extraordinary woman. One who truly walks her talk. Her wisdom reminds me of an infinite ocean, filled with endless, delicious possibilities. I adore her. Terumi

“Conscious Order: Clear Your Mind, Leave Clutter Behind.”
$18.95 by Annie Rohrbach www.consciousorder.com

“Don’t know where to begin? You have the power within you to get and stay organized. In this book, veteran professional organizer, Annie Rohrbach shows you how to use the power of your thoughts, words, intentions, and imagination to create the order you desire. With a light touch, she helps you learn to trust your own instincts and make decisions more easily, as you release your clutter and create the beautiful spaces you long for.”

Sunlight dancing on water, is how I describe Annie. Her smile and being, always warms and lights me up. Terumi

“Change Starts at Home: Simple Changes To Create the Life You Want”
$14.95 by Laura Rose www.changestartsathome.com

“What if you could create the life you want just by making some simple changes? Well, guess what? You can! Living the life you truly desire isn't as complicated as it seems. Your dreams are totally within your reach, just by making a few changes. Understanding what those changes need to be is the key to transforming your life. In this book you will learn the simple tools to help you get clear on what you want, uncover your real purpose, create an action plan to achieve your goals, stop putting off your dreams, create better relationships, and start living at your highest potential. Make a commitment to yourself to create positive change, start taking action today, and begin enjoying the life you desire and deserve!”

Dewdrops on flowers enhancing its beauty, is like Laura. Passionate, beautiful and deeply committed to change. Terumi

All three books are available through www.amazon.com books. Yet another phenomenal woman is Leslie Keenan, who’s publishing company “The Printed Voice” produced Anacaria and Annie’s books. Leslie, a teacher, coach and writer “helps people access their creativity and find the time to do what they most love.” www.lesliekeenan.com

To ensure a healthy flow of KAN this season, why not begin with just one new intention for 2012 that engages your body, mind and spirit. Mine is to sing aloha to greet the morning sun – with, my ukulele!

Please contact me if you need assistance in moving forward. Many clients find it beneficial to do an annual Feng Shui and Energy Clearing “Tune-Up”. It’s a great way to clear obstacles and transform the mundane into magnificent.

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BOOK Announcement
"Tuning In: Simple Rituals for Every Day Living"
Co-Author Nancy Binzen & Terumi Leinow have published a book on rituals. Click here for Tuning In details and order form.

PERSONALIZED WORKSHOPS
Sponsor a one day workshop for your organization or in your home. Within the Greater Bay Area, I'll travel to your site for a minimum of ten participants. Fun, informative and life transforming. Out-of-state and country workshops are negotiable. Contact Terumi for details.

LECTURES
Is Feng Shui just a popular fad? Terumi helps unravel its mystery, sort fact from fiction and reveal its powers. Her lectures are described as “fun, informative, inspiring”. She has lectured to educational, business and professional organizations such as the College of Marin, University of California, Davis, Morgan Stanley, San Mateo Board of Realtors, National Assoc. of Professional Organizers, Rotary Clubs and more.

“Exceeded expectations….informative, enjoyable, enlightening…bring her back again”
  - UC Davis Staff
“You were the best speaker, clear, engaging, and fun!”
  - California Garden Clubs Annual Convention, Stockton

To arrange for a lecture in the Greater Bay Area contact:
Terumi@Leinow.com
415.488.4580
415.488.4886 fax