Today I am speaking with professional feng shui consultant Rebecca
Moore. She is part of an international group of Feng Shui
consultants professionally trained by world renowned master Shyan
Tseng. Rebecca is currently based in Reno, Nevada.

DK: Can you tell us a little about how you came to feng shui?

RM: Well, I started off reading the books in the stores until I figured out there are two types of feng shui practiced today. So, then I searched for teachers who taught traditional. Feng Shui is so fascinating because it is all about energy.

DK: Feng Shui originated in China and has a long history. Tell me
more about its development.

RM: Traditional Feng Shui is a science which originated in China
thousands of years ago that analyzed the energy of the environment
and its influence on people. After centuries of recorded
observations of nature's patterns and cycles, Feng Shui Masters
compiled formulae to determine and classify the qualities of these
unseen natural forces. Feng Shui was originally known as "Kan Yu,"
the observation of forces between heaven and earth. Unfortunately,
Feng Shui today is known as house decorating, interior design,
affirmations, positive thinking, and the art of placement.

DK: What is Feng Shui used for?

RM: Feng Shui is used to design countries, states, cities,
businesses and homes. The strategy of using Feng Shui is to take
advantage of the best energies and to avoid the harmful energies in
order to create positive opportunities, improve one's luck and make
it possible to reach goals faster.

DK: What about crystals, mirrors and such?

RM: Traditional Feng Shui is about directional energy, not mirrors,
crystals or 3 legged toads. Good luck objects are a part of Chinese
culture, not Feng Shui. Since energy is a natural phenomenon in our
environment, it is rarely created by man-made objects.

DK: Many people enjoy the folk objects you mentioned. Is there any
problem with including them in your home?

RM: No, not at all. They make great decorations.

DK: Does the energy of a house really affect people?

RM: Feng Shui analyzes the relationship of the energy of the people,
the building, the environment and time. Most events such as
arguments, divorce, illness, loss of income, car accidents and the
inability to have to children can be traced to the energy in and
around a house. Feng Shui also allows us to foresee these potential
problems. A small house with too many people creates conflict and
hardship, while an oversized house with too few people creates
exhaustion. An odd shaped house might create confusion because the
energy cannot disperse evenly.

DK: What about new houses?

RM: When looking for a new home, avoid the ones facing direct north,
south, east and west. Moving to a new home can change everything,
including one's personality. People usually feel the effects in 4 to
6 months. Generally, people purchase homes that match their own
energy, characteristics, tendencies and current situations.

DK: Feng shui in the garden is a very popular subject lately. What
is your take on that?

RM: Feng Shui has many misconceptions, one being "Feng Shui for the
garden." Since the purpose of using Feng Shui is to personally take
advantage of beneficial energies, using Feng Shui for your garden
might benefit you if you spend 8 hours a day there. Actually, trees
and plants are used to stop, hold, direct and block energy. Trees
within 10 feet of a building can have a negative effect on the
occupants.

DK: What about water fountains, aquariums, candles and red doors? You often
hear these recommended as good additions to your home.

RM: The two most dangerous elements inside and out are fire and
water. Water fountains, fish tanks, pools and ponds placed in wrong
locations can influence such events as loss of income, arguments,
accidents, alcoholism, illness and heart attacks. Annual energies
are very important and can sometimes make these situations worse.
A red door can be dangerous, especially if your front door faces northwest or west.

DK: In closing is there any thing else you would like to speak about?

RM: Traditional Feng Shui has many layers and methods. The best
consultant is someone who has trained with a Master from authentic
lineage. A great consultant sells just that – consulting. Feng
Shui allows you to change the energy of your home or business by
attracting and directing positive energy so you can strengthen your
relationships, improve your health, increase your earning potential,
and enhance your quality of life.

DK: Good advice. Thank you for speaking with me today. How can
people get a hold of you if they would like to set up a consultation?

RM: Thank you. My number is 775-830-8168. My website is www.fengshuiclassicalconsulting.com