"Two Ripe Plums" by JoAnn TomscheQuiz Question 102: Slim Symbol ... or not?
Friday, September 18, 2009
Slim Pop Quiz 101
This is one of my favorite Relationship symbols. I found it in a wonderful shop in the Plaka district of Athens -- with the Acropolis within view. Every time I see it, I am reminded of that wonderful trip (which makes it also a Wealth and Lifestyle symbol for me).It stands about 12" high. The base is approximately 1.5 X 1.5 X 1.5.
Here's your Quiz 101 Question: Is this a Slim Relationship sculpture ... or not?
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Book Excerpt: Slim Firsts: What you see First is what you Attract
First impressions are lasting impressions. Even when you are not consciously aware of them, first impressions set the tone of how you feel: for the day, in that room, at work, at home.
What do you see when you first awaken in the morning? When you enter each room in your home? When you drive up to your office? When you open your office door? When you drive into your garage? When you enter your home?
When you first awaken in the morning, you probably do not look as good as you will later. That is one of the reasons why mirrors in bedrooms are not considered a good idea. The image of your barely awake self probably does not reflect the vibrant, vital person you can be once you have your morning coffee or do your morning exercises. It can actually make you feel tired all day to see your barely awake self first thing in the morning, even after a good night's sleep.
For example, if the first thing you see upon waking is a sculpture or painting that represents "Friends and Lovers," you start your day feeling supported and well loved by your mate -- even if he is away on a business trip.
Perhaps your immediate goal is to feel self sufficient and independent after a debilitating divorce. A painting or sculpture of a strong single person, the same gender as you are, can help you start your day with confidence.
Sometimes, what you see first works against you. Here's one example. Few people who have home exercise equipment feel they use it as much as they "should." "George" had his exercise bike in his Family Room to remind him to use it. And it did. Remind him. All the time. It dominated the room. And nagged him unmercifully.
However, when he converted part of his garage into an exercise room, he found that he exercised more regularly and more enjoyably. When he went there, he was there to exercise. When he was in his Family Room, he was able to relax more completely. That one change made a huge difference in how he felt about himself: he felt more fit, healthier, and even slept better.
Just for fun, try this exercise:
At First Sight
Request the form here and print it out.
Then, walk through your home and note what you see first in each area. As you look over your list, you will easily assess the cumulative feelings those Firsts generate.
Do they make you feel
Slimmer? Nagged? Thwarted? Supported? Loved? Independent? Creative?
Excerpt from Slim House Slim Body. Get yours now!
What do you see when you first awaken in the morning? When you enter each room in your home? When you drive up to your office? When you open your office door? When you drive into your garage? When you enter your home?
When you first awaken in the morning, you probably do not look as good as you will later. That is one of the reasons why mirrors in bedrooms are not considered a good idea. The image of your barely awake self probably does not reflect the vibrant, vital person you can be once you have your morning coffee or do your morning exercises. It can actually make you feel tired all day to see your barely awake self first thing in the morning, even after a good night's sleep.
For example, if the first thing you see upon waking is a sculpture or painting that represents "Friends and Lovers," you start your day feeling supported and well loved by your mate -- even if he is away on a business trip.
Perhaps your immediate goal is to feel self sufficient and independent after a debilitating divorce. A painting or sculpture of a strong single person, the same gender as you are, can help you start your day with confidence.
Sometimes, what you see first works against you. Here's one example. Few people who have home exercise equipment feel they use it as much as they "should." "George" had his exercise bike in his Family Room to remind him to use it. And it did. Remind him. All the time. It dominated the room. And nagged him unmercifully.
However, when he converted part of his garage into an exercise room, he found that he exercised more regularly and more enjoyably. When he went there, he was there to exercise. When he was in his Family Room, he was able to relax more completely. That one change made a huge difference in how he felt about himself: he felt more fit, healthier, and even slept better.
Just for fun, try this exercise:
At First Sight
Request the form here and print it out.
Then, walk through your home and note what you see first in each area. As you look over your list, you will easily assess the cumulative feelings those Firsts generate.
Do they make you feel
Slimmer? Nagged? Thwarted? Supported? Loved? Independent? Creative?
Excerpt from Slim House Slim Body. Get yours now!
Copyright © 2009 Kathleen Tumpane. All rights reserved.
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Can your home be TOO slim?
Recently, one of my feng shui design coaching clients called with a "feng shui emergency." She couldn't seem to quit munching! This intrigued me as our most recent (a month or so previous) design coaching session had, I thought, addressed her intention to become and be slimmer.
We got together that afternoon. Feng Shui EMT!
What I discovered at Carol's (not her real name) home was fascinating.
Carol didn't realize we had already slimmed her house down during our coaching session. After she read my book, Slim House Slim Body, and she faithfully followed the suggestions to slim down her house -- which didn't need it!
Her living room end tables and cocktail tables felt bare. She had deleted a lazyboy type chair and two end tables in the Family Room.
Not only that, there were no family photos in the Living Room and an overabundance in the Family Room. As a result, her Living Room felt impersonal and her Family Room felt a tad overwhelming with family connections.
Carol's house was too slim. At a subconscious level, Carol's munching was her spirit trying to fill her up.
Luckily, it was very easy to fix. We moved some of the family photos from the Family Room to the Living Room. This reduced the "burden" of family in one area and added family warmth to the Living Room. We replaced the end tables in the Family Room and added back flower arrangements Carol had put away.
A phone follow up call two days later and then two weeks later both confirmed Carol is no longer at the mercy of compulsive munching.
The very cool thing from my point of view is that Carol knew her munchies were connected to her home environment - she had no idea how and immediately called for help. What a lovely model of self care.
Copyright © 2009 Kathleen Tumpane. All rights reserved.
WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR E-ZINE OR WEB SITE?
You can, as long as you include the copyright and this blurb with it:
Feng Shui Designer, Teacher, and Coach, Kathleen Tumpane ASID, is the author and creator of Elemenza Weekly, her FREE weekly ezine which includes her renowned column ‘Simply Feng Shui’ rich in Feng Shui Design and Lifestyle tips to help you design your home and office rich in elegant and subtle feng shui power that helps you live and work in balance. Visit www.elemenza.com to learn more. Kathleen is also author of Slim House Slim Body, to own your copy and be continually inspired visit www.slimhouseslimbody.blogspot.com.
We got together that afternoon. Feng Shui EMT!
What I discovered at Carol's (not her real name) home was fascinating.
Carol didn't realize we had already slimmed her house down during our coaching session. After she read my book, Slim House Slim Body, and she faithfully followed the suggestions to slim down her house -- which didn't need it!
Her living room end tables and cocktail tables felt bare. She had deleted a lazyboy type chair and two end tables in the Family Room.
Not only that, there were no family photos in the Living Room and an overabundance in the Family Room. As a result, her Living Room felt impersonal and her Family Room felt a tad overwhelming with family connections.
Carol's house was too slim. At a subconscious level, Carol's munching was her spirit trying to fill her up.
Luckily, it was very easy to fix. We moved some of the family photos from the Family Room to the Living Room. This reduced the "burden" of family in one area and added family warmth to the Living Room. We replaced the end tables in the Family Room and added back flower arrangements Carol had put away.
A phone follow up call two days later and then two weeks later both confirmed Carol is no longer at the mercy of compulsive munching.
The very cool thing from my point of view is that Carol knew her munchies were connected to her home environment - she had no idea how and immediately called for help. What a lovely model of self care.
Copyright © 2009 Kathleen Tumpane. All rights reserved.
WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR E-ZINE OR WEB SITE?
You can, as long as you include the copyright and this blurb with it:
Feng Shui Designer, Teacher, and Coach, Kathleen Tumpane ASID, is the author and creator of Elemenza Weekly, her FREE weekly ezine which includes her renowned column ‘Simply Feng Shui’ rich in Feng Shui Design and Lifestyle tips to help you design your home and office rich in elegant and subtle feng shui power that helps you live and work in balance. Visit www.elemenza.com to learn more. Kathleen is also author of Slim House Slim Body, to own your copy and be continually inspired visit www.slimhouseslimbody.blogspot.com.
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