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 - Chinese New Year 2010

Welcome, the Year of the Tiger. Not just any tiger, but the Golden or White Tiger. The reference to “gold” suggests this is an extraordinary, noble, King of the Beasts. It is also associated with the Chinese God of Wealth. Those born in 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998 are said to be vivacious, impulsive, optimistic, restless and geared for action. They are playful, passionate, sentimental, possessive and romantic. They make great sales people as they can sway a crowd.

Grandmaster Lin Yun predicts 2010 will be immensely profitable for those in the East and in the West, marginal for those in the South and North. We will continue to see sporadic natural and manmade disasters throughout the world such as floods, fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, mudslides, etc. Economically he predicts that in the spring of 2010 the economy will show renewed strength. However, the price of oil and gold will continue to rise, leading to inflation.

Chinese New Year is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays as it carries the spirit of joy and hope for prosperity. From a Feng Shui perspective, engaging in some of the popular Chinese cultural practices, like those listed below, is a great way to give yourself an energy boost and pave the way to a truly prosperous 2010.

CLUTTER CLEARING
Clean and clutter clear the house or business before February 14. This is a tradition to “sweep away any ill fortune and make the way for good luck”. (No cleaning on February 14). In Feng Shui, pay particular attention to the entrance to your front door, a symbol of the mouth or receiver of chi (universal life force). Ensure there is an easy, visible path to the door. For businesses, check that the number – signage of your building is clear, clean and visible.

Remember that clutter is “stuck energy” and that a tendril of energy connects you to everything you own and have in your space. The area that has the most clutter is often a clue, depending on its location, that you may be experiencing challenge in relationships, money, career, health or creativity. I recently tackled my neglected office closet and it was easy to get into overwhelm or become discouraged. What helped me was to focus on “I’m making space for something new to come in.”

Clutter clearing also goes beyond just physical objects. This may be a good time to review your relationship to people and activities. Do you feel depleted or energized after spending time with certain people or an activity? Do you say “yes” out of obligation? Perhaps it’s time to “let go” of energy depleting people and activities that no longer help you feel good.

CELEBRATE
Celebrate with the family, friends and community who enhance your joy. February 14 is also Valentine’s Day that commemorates love. And also a good excuse to eat chocolate! Dark chocolate is high in antioxidant and magnesium. Even better health benefits are derived from raw cacao, which contain anandamide, known as the bliss chemical, a neurotransmitter found in raw cacao. It makes you happier and more joyful! Two outrageously delicious brands to look for at Whole Foods or to order on line: www.sacredchocolate.com and www.coracaoconfections.com I know the owners of both companies and they are highly energetic, passionate young men excited about sharing their products to promote health and planetary well being.

BEAUTY
It’s a custom to wear something new, or the color red on Chinese New Year’s Day. The color red is considered auspicious and said to boost confidence, self-esteem and stamina. Often, elder’s place money in red envelopes and give them to the children to promote happiness. Bowls of tangerine and oranges are good symbols of prosperity. Homes and business are often decorated with plum blossoms (which are beginning to appear on the west coast). A blossom that appears in winter, the plum blossom is a metaphor for strength, resilience, longevity and the ability to overcome adversity.

ENERGY CLEARING
Imagine if you never vacuumed or cleaned your home/business how that would affect your health. Energy clearing addresses the invisible build up of stress from the accumulation of negative emotions such as fear, depression, and worry. Please contact me if you need an Energy Clearing to help you remove invisible clutter and move forward in life, or a Feng Shui tune up to help you anchor positive intentions for the Year of the Tiger. I highly recommend a yearly energy clearing and Feng Shui tune up.

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"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