Kathryn Wilking
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Kathryn Wilking Quick Facts
The initial interest in feng shui was due to personal necessity. Back in 1998, I phoned my first feng shui consultant. I had remarried and was becoming stressed trying to organize our blended family. I was pleased to find solutions that were an extension of my daily work!
My interest in feng shui grew over the years. Each time I moved or was in a situation that could spiral out of control, I dove deeper; exploring my own environment to find out what upset the balance. I also learned there are many schools and many facets of feng shui. I was certified as a BTB Feng Shui Practitioner, from Sacred Lotus School in Calgary, 2011. I now work with all types of people who want to explore options in order to live organized, balanced and productive lives.
I have been based out of Vancouver BC since 2006, and lately, I’ve been teaching feng shui through the Vancouver School Board Continuing Education program, as well as in private venues. I have recently given talks for both non-profit organizations and professional offi
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A Family, Void of Clutter
An interesting dilemma: How to find the balance of how much ‘stuff’ one can handle at one time? How many hobbies can we start up at once? How many ‘collectibles’ can we display? And, how much room we need to store memorabilia? Where is the line? When we de-clutter to the extreme, we deprive ourselves of the memories, incentives and items that feed our soul. Hmmm…
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Living with Poison Arrows...... can Harm Your Health
Bad feng shui: Is there such a thing? Simply put: if anything is out-of-square, out-of-line, or in-the-way, it is bad feng shui. I hate using the word ‘bad’; but often, that is what it is, bad feng shui. If a space feels good to you, then don’t worry. If it doesn’t feel good: look around and see if there is something you can change. I’m happy when people are empowered to make a change! I think it is great when people want to expand their space! So… Why is it so hard to line things up?
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Someone sleeping …in my Office?
There seems to be a problem in many homes: one room short! Many families are trying to accommodate a guest room, TV room, and a home office all in one space. A large percentage of families are spread out as jobs and opportunities send them out to the four corners of the earth. And when the extended family comes to visit, well, they need a place to sleep! So, there goes the office! If this scenario happens once in a while, perhaps it can be tolerated. An extended house guest, such as a returning child who needs to regroup, can take over the space for months on end!
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Where is Your Clutter-free Zone?
OMG! How do those boxes in the closet expand over the years? When you feel frustrated trying to get ahead, clearing clutter with feng shui can help you find space for new opportunities. The spiral begins when you procrastinate. Do you want to start moving? Clutter can happen in so many forms: physical, mental, and emotional. Then, it can morph into specifics of: closet, drawers, desk, pet stuff, in box, out box, recycling, laundry, purses, cars, general cleaning… and so much more.
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Don’t tell Your Father!
In today’s times, everything is about who holds the money! In feng shui, money is just another tender to barter for goods and services. Barter, in years past, was when someone brought in a boat load of fish; they would all be rich, as everyone would have enough to eat! Also, people living on farms would trade their chickens or eggs for another farmer’s produce. It was when people started to get paid in ‘cash money’ that changed the whole course of history.
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Let’s Go Fly a KITE! Creative Outlets for Adults
More and more adults are finding time to have fun! Bringing back a little child’s play can lighten your mood and bring opportunities to meet new people. I‘m pleased and surprised at a small group of ‘Over 55’s’ gathering to fly their kites! Not just ordinary kites, but stunt kites! I overheard a conversation this past weekend: “Hey! Want to meet at Vanier Park and fly our kites this afte oon?” Did you know there are instructions on a website to teach tricks for these stunt kites?
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What’s on Your Walls?
Art is so personal. I found this great print in a decorating warehouse here in BC, already framed and ready to go! I identified with this immediately so, I pulled out my credit card! What is it about choosing images and art that seems so difficult? When someone finally finds a great piece to jump into…they often don’t! Are you afraid of upsetting the balance of complacency in the home?
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An Extraordinary Talent To Learn for the Holidays!
It should be fun meeting new people over the holidays, but socializing can be stressful for many people. So develop a strategy first and do your homework: assess your own ‘things I like to do’ list and know which activities and personalities that best support your energy. Whether you are looking for dates or new friends, ask these few questions at your next gathering; the answers will tell you a great deal about someone. You can figure out if there is someone you’d like to hang out with, or not. How to get to know someone in 3 min or less:
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