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Tao is the
connectedness of all things. It is the thread that brings togetherness to
all things.
Tao is essential to Feng Shui in that it helps bind together the elements,
colors, senses, and chi (energy). Balance
is the legacy that Tao leaves behind.
For example, if you have ever been in someone’s
home and something feels misplaced (such as the position of a plant, the
color of the carpeting, or the art on the wall) this is the feeling of being
“out” of Tao. If on the other hand you walk into a place and you feel at
home and sense that the space feels peaceful, this is being “in” Tao.
Imagine Tao as a circle and all the pieces that
fit into it are of equal importance because they create a complete circle.
There are many ways to recognize that a person is out of touch with the Tao
in their living or working space – Clutter, un-cleanliness, lack of
photographs of family & friends, no living things that need care to survive,
no books, and few or no accessories – are just a few of the clues. As you
will see, too much or too little of something creates imbalance.
If there is an abundance or lack of things,
this may signify a possible
problem
area in one’s living or working space and in one’s lives. An example of this
would be a bundle of clothes next to the bed, is often a sign of desiring to
escape or change. If there are few or no items in a room, chances are that
person has trouble connecting to certain parts of their life.
It is amazing how one’s home or workspace is
like a treasure map offering clues to what may be going on internally. The
atmosphere that surrounds them daily truly gives messages, as to where there
may be particular imbalances in one’s life. Good, strong, positive Tao is
essential for positive Feng Shui and once balance is attained it will be
very recognizable for all who visit, live, or work in that space.
Take the time to think and search your own
living and/or working spaces and to feel where you might observe a lack of
balance. Try to see what changes may need to be made in order to restore a
harmonious balance between all aspects of your
space and your life and you will see the difference it can make!
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