Friday, October 5, 2007

Peaceful Surroundings

Because 85% of the average person's time is spent indoors, how that space is arranged is important. Does the space - its decor, organization, colors, and arrangement - have a positive effect or a negative effect? Does it encourage feelings of peace and serenity or tension and stress?

By surrounding yourself with things you use and love, you are creating a nurturing environment. By learning and applying little tips and tricks of what encourages a peaceful environment - including the principles of feng shui - you can increase your enjoyment of everyday living.

Another key to creating a peaceful space is effective organization. The average person spends 55 minutes a day looking for things! By implementing an organizational system that works for you, you can eliminate that wasted time. What's more, you can eliminate the inner stress that outer clutter causes.

Most people know life flows better when things have a home and are put away. However, either they have never learned how to organize or to use the principles of feng shui, or they are so busy with family, jobs, and other responsibilities that they need some assistance. This is where a professional can help. Their knowledgeable and objective assistance can lay the foundation for the years ahead - a neat, peaceful, and nurturing environment.

[This information thanks to professional organizer and certified feng shui practitioner Laura Magnussen of Organomix. For more information on Laura's services, visit Organomix.com.]

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