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The Secret to Speaking to the Monkey

BySusan Chan January 21, 2016

Oh, Year of the Fire Monkey. You’re so Cheeky! Not only do we have to look for Elephants in our home just for you (see my last blog post to know what I’m talking about!), but the Fire you bring to 2016 is sure to bring about big transformations. And let’s not forget the Metal…

Clean Up Your Act for the Monkey

BySusan Chan January 17, 2016

I promised you that I would not make you clean like a crazy person. And I promise to stick to my promise. In the weeks preceding Chinese New Year, the tradition of cleaning your home is very important. It prepares your home (and life!) for the energy and bounty of the upcoming year. The “sweeping” action…

Another Chance at a New Year

BySusan Chan January 13, 2016

It’s Good to be Chinese. Well, you actually don’t need to be Chinese to watch this video or benefit from it. The only thing you need to know is that you have a second chance to jumpstart your 2016. That’s because the Chinese New Year, Year of the Fire Monkey, is coming up on February…

Get Some this Summer!

BySusan Chan July 8, 2015

Summertime… It’s hot and muggy in NYC and it’s the perfect time to crank up the heat. Why now? Because in Feng Shui, the Summer season represents Fame and Reputation. In laymen’s terms, this means that you can easily power up the area of your home that supports the things you want to be seen…

How to Beat the Perfectionist Gremlins

BySusan Chan March 11, 2015

Shaking it up!I’ve taken my monthly newsletter to a video format (deep breath).As I explain in my video, starting something new can sometimes be challenging and bring up alot of inner dialogue (mostly unsavory). What’s important to remember when approaching anything new, it will most likely be an uncomfortable process. I know, not exactly what…

Geng Hai Fat Choi!

BySusan Chan February 19, 2015

Geng Hai Fat Choi is a Chinese New Year greeting which literally means “Wishing you the best of wealth” or “Good fortune is coming your way.” We Chinese really know what’s important. All kidding aside, in Feng Shui, as a general rule, we say that you can only have wealth if you have good health…

What the Goat wants you to Know

BySusan Chan February 16, 2015

The Year of the Goat promises to be very different than last year. 2014 was Year of the Wood Horse – lots of action, energy, ups and downs. And if you weren’t prepped and well strapped in, you surely felt that saddle. Ouch. This year’s goat energy is going to be friendlier although not without…

Traditional Chinese New Year Prep

BySusan Chan February 13, 2015

We are officially 6 days away from Chinese New Year. Since today is Friday the 13th, I thought it would be appropriate to talk about rituals to help prepare for Chinese New Year. It’s not that I’m superstitious, but there’s lots that goes into preparing for Chinese New Year if you are a “real” Chinese person….

Got Goat?

BySusan Chan February 11, 2015

There’s something about being Asian, especially Chinese, that creates some anticipation around this time of year. I was on the phone with my parents the other day and the conversation went something like this: Parents: So what’s your plan this year? Me: What do you mean? Parents: Aiyah! Chinese New Year is coming up. You…

A New Year’s Ritual to Welcome in 2015

BySusan Chan December 31, 2014

A 6 step New Year’s ritual to ring in a great 2015

Bring instant good vibes, with this room-by-room checklist !