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The Feng Shui of a New York City Apartment by Feng Shui Long Island & NY

The Feng Shui of a New York City Apartment

New York City Apartments and Brownstones are very special places especially when applying Feng Shui Principles.  Feng Shui in NYC Apartments can be a bit of a challenge but they are ALWAYS fun. New York Feng Shui Consultants Laura Cerrano and Carole Provenzale recently went back in time in an old, beautiful brownstone in New York City.

This beautiful NYC Apartment was located near Central Park and is just over 100 years old according to its owner.  It rises to three levels and what we found most beautiful were the architectural details.  Beautiful, vintage stained glass and the unique carvings of the staircase made this a beautiful place to Feng Shui in NY.

To enter you walked down several stairs and the first level had low ceilings.  The kitchen, living room and office were located on this floor.  Although it was quite large, one area was very cluttered....the home office.  Heavy books, filing cabinets, the computer and furniture clogged the area from having a free movement of Energy.

As a New York Feng Shui Consultant in New York for many years, I do understand my clients' reluctance to part with their favorite books.  We always hope we'll find time to re-read them when in fact we usually move on to learn something NEW.  Too many books in Feng Shui can create a very heavy feeling in a room and "weigh" it down. 

We ask our clients to keep the necessary (and loved) books and to let go of the rest.  This is a good Feng Shui principle to follow for anyone going near their bookcase.  We didn't think we were making much headway when we mentioned they were in the WEALTH area of their home from the use of the Bagua.

I love to see "lights" go off in Feng Shui Consultations.  An ‘A Ha' moment that hits a client and they too can see their space through "Feng Shui Eyes."  Laura Cerrano and I suggested other changes and moved on to the upstairs.

In sharp contrast, the upstairs rooms contained two very large bedrooms and a bathroom and while cluttered, they FELT wonderful.  Very high ceilings gave the illusion of even more space and we discussed an optimal layout of the furniture to really open up the rooms and give them balance.

People don't like to struggle through a space....neither does Energy.  We don't re-arrange furniture...we DO think about the Mindful placement of it and opening up new Channels to change any negative or blocked Energy in a space to a positive, OPEN feeling.  Then we wait for the wonderful changes to occur.

Here are some of the details two Feng Shui Consultants found in this beautiful New York City Apartment:

NYC Feng Shui Apartment by Feng Shui Manhattan Consultant Laura CerranoA nice Find:  A Bagua Table and some Inspirational Words in the NYC Apartment.

New York City Feng Shui Apartment by Feng Shui Consultant Laura CerranoLarge Windows, Beautiful Stained Glass and a lovely Altar in Manhattan NY.

Feng Shui New York Consultant Laura Cerrano in NYC ApartmentGoing up the Stairs in this Brownstone in New York City...vintage Stained Glass Window.

NYC Feng Shui Apartment by Feng Shui NY Consultant Laura CerranoExquisite wood carving and details in this NYC Apartment.

 

Feng Shui NYC Apartment by Laura Cerrano NYC Feng Shui ConsultantFeng Shui in a Manhattan Brownstones.

All photos by NYC Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano.

*Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York providing on site Feng Shui Consultations for all of Long Island including The Hamptons, Queens and NYC.  http://www.FengShuiLI.com

**Laura Cerrano is a Certified New York Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan - New York -  est. 2000http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

Thanks & Giving = Gratefulness by Feng Shui Long Island

 

Wishing you a Happy, Healthy and Safe Thanksgiving!


In this New York Feng Shui House we think of Gratefulness.  We also think of Giving Back or Tithing.  A certain percentage of each Feng Shui Consultation goes to my two favorite charites.


One is St. Jude's Children's Hospital.  We all have a soft spot in our hearts for children and I believe Danny Thomas did a wonderful thing by creating such a place.  Where there is hope for Children AND their families while they all face a very uncertain and frightening future.


The other place that has stolen my heart is a non profit Senior Home called The Jones Manor located in Bayville, Long Island New York.  The amazing volunteers that help these seniors do it out of love; many are unpaid.  I had the opportunity several years ago with the help of my son, Adam Schumacher and my daughter, Laura Cerrano to help transform this place through painting, redecorating and some really good Feng Shui.  My son rebuilt their deck which was not able to be used at the time.

 

No matter what YOUR charity is, remember it and help out if you can.  One hour of your time can often make a huge difference in someone else's life.  Be very thankful for all you have and remember to take the time to PLAY!! 

 

Central Park New York by Feng Shui Long Island Carole ProvenzaleCentral Park New York City

 

Happy Thanksgiving with peace, love, laughter, gratefulness and lots of laughter!

 

 

Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant for all of Long Island including The Hamptons, New York City and Queens NY for Homes, Businesses, Corporations, New Construction, Retail and Restaurants.  Please visit her website for more information at http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan providing on site Feng Shui Consultations in New York City and the Tri State Area including New Jersey and Conneticut.  Please visit her website for her unique services at http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

 

 

New York Feng Shui Blessings and a BLOG. That's all it Took!

New York Feng Shui Blessings and a Blog---That's all it Took!

I don't believe anyone starts Blogging with the realization of all the incredible things it can bring you.   I certainly didn't. 

I certainly didn't expect a BLOG here on Activerain to help my mom get a new dog.....

My BEST ActiveRain SUCCESS Story: He Had me at Hello : )

I was thrilled that my brother's friend had called and that we'll be visiting shortly.   But I was not at ALL prepared for what followed that phone call the following evening-now TWO days after the Feng Shui Blessing on our lovely Long Island home.

Some of my blogs have been personal.  One was a father's day tribute to my terrific dad Lt. Colonel Peter F. Provenzale, The "Perfect" Dad....by Feng Shui Long Island and another was about when I was informed by my cousin that my father was NOT listed as a member of the 8th Air Force Museum in Georgia.  I couldn't believe it---he was a Lt. Colonel in the 8th Air Force in WW11 in the 351st division and a Navigator for the B-17 Airplanes. 

He's in the movie "Combat America", a documentary that Clark Gable filmed while he was in the war.  And he says my father's name several times during the movie:. Peter Provenzale...one of the clips of the movie is in this link:  8th Air Force 351st Fighter Group Historical Society--by Carole Provenzale
  I got every piece of paper my mother had and made copies....there was nothing I left out of the information including his dates of service, the medals he won, copies of original clippings and everything they would need to have him listed.

I sent all the copies to the Museum with the request that he be added and received a rather curt reply that they were "too busy."  I couldn't believe it.  I called, wrote and emailed and got nothing back.  Time passed and they did nothing. Eventually I gave up....because I had to turn my attention to other things.

The phone call I received just two days after the Blessings was from the son of a man who flew with my father---the last remaining crew member still alive!  I was then able to speak to the man who actually flew with my dad.  My father didn't speak much about the war....it seems no one that returned did; it was too difficult.

Peter F. Provenzale by Carole Provenzale

I didn't know my father was hurt so badly they thought he was dead.  I didn't know on another mission that they ran out of gas and had to get out of the plane before it crashed into the English ChannelI didn't know my father could have gone home after his injury but stayed to complete all his missionsI didn't know so many things......

His son told me he was the "Keeper of his father's memories" and he also, it seemed, was the keeper of MY father's memories.  His son also told me he was going to try to reach one more person...the son of the Pilot who flew all the missions.

He did find him and told him of OUR conversation.  We are all hoping to Meet in St. Louis with ALL our memorabilia and our stories.  I will be able to speak to my father's "brother."  I also hear that it may well be possible that these people can finally get my father listed as having proudly served our Country.   They found me from a blog right here on Activerain.

I wondered "WHAT IS GOING ON HERE?"

And I thought about the Feng Shui Blessings....Of Course.  How could I not have thought of it?

New York Feng Shui Consultants Carole Provenzale and Laura Cerrano provide on site Feng Shui Consultations for all of Long Island including The Hamptons, New York City and Queens.  Please visit http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com or http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

New York Feng Shui -- Sometimes all you Need is a Blessing and a Blog!

New York Feng Shui-Sometimes all you Need is a Blessing and a Blog!

There are Feng Shui Blessings and Feng Shui Space Clearings.  As New York Feng Shui Practitioners we use whatever methods our clients like but I have to confess that Black Sect methods of Blessings are particularly powerful.  I've seen them work over and over again like magic-and know there is something very deep about them.

The other day while getting ready for a Feng Shui Consultation on Long Island, Laura was preparing what we would need.  She asked me when the last time we'd blessed OUR home had been....and I had to stop and think.  It was the Chinese New Year so it had been a while although things have been going very well for both of us.  

Laura wanted to do another Feng Shui Blessing on our home.  I looked at the time (Feng Shui Blessings and Space Clearings should ONLY be done during certain times of day) and it was actually the perfect time.  She did an Interior Clearing and Exterior Blessings and I didn't think much about it; afterward we went on to finish the things we had planned.

That evening I got a very surprising call.  It was from one of my brother's oldest friends, someone he'd known since his college days at Pratt.  I hadn't spoken to him in at least 20 years and it was such a wonderful experience to get to talk.  So wonderful, in fact, he is taking a drive and coming to visit both my mother and myself next month! 

He'd found me from a blog...and for anyone that reads me my series of posts this year on Feng Shui in Provincetown told of my special experiences in returning to Provincetown this past summer.  I'd tagged the post with Peter Provenzale.

Provincetown MA -- The Journey Continues by NY Feng Shui Consultants

Funny, but I didn't relate the call to the Feng Shui Blessings on my home in Long Island NY.   Maybe because it was only the BEGINNING of some of the Biggest Blessings that were to come and they ALL came from The Blessings AND A BLOG--

I didn't know the most PROFOUND changes I would ever experiene would happen in the next few days......

To be continued.........

Feng Shui Long Island by Carole Provenzale

 

*Carole Provenzale is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant since 1997 and the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island and New York, providing Feng Shui Consultations for Homes, Businesses, Corporations, Retail and New Construction.  http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant and the Founder of Feng Shui Manhattan for Feng Shui consultations in New York City.  http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

The Business of Feng Shui in New York by Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale

  The BUSINESS of Feng Shui in New York

I don't believe when Feng Shui came to New York it was meant to be ‘strictly business.'  I don't believe back then ANY of us thought about Feng Shui as a ‘great way to make money,' or a ‘terrific business opportunity.'  I DO believe that we did it because we were fascinated with it and after trying it, found out that Feng Shui WORKS.

When you're that excited about something you want to delve deeper and learn more.  The more we could learn about Feng Shui (and continue to learn to this day1), the better we would be able to help our clients.  The follow up letters and phone calls that follow a Feng Shui Consultation are sometimes nothing short of spectacular.  People have received incredible new things that have come into their lives and they credit YOU and FENG SHUI with helping them attain heights they never would have believed possib

"These Days" were back in 1997 and sadly, Feng Shui has changed.  As it grew and more and more Feng Shui Success Stories were told many others became interested in having a Feng Shui Consultation OR becoming a Feng Shui Consultant.  A CERTIFIED Feng Shui Consultant.

There are still some wonderful Schools of Feng Shui that are licensed and accredited that offer Certification Classes but there are no standards on who can certify anyone.  For example, someone can read a book (or two) on Feng Shui and declare themselves to be Certified Feng Shui Consultants.  It's a scary and sobering thought that the meaning of Feng Shui and what it was intended for has become to some a money making BUSINESS. 

I have seen these ads occasionally on the Internet.  You can send in money, take a brief online course and presto! ---  You're a CERTIFIED Feng Shui Consultant.  Whether or not you are in New York be wary of booking a Feng Shui Consultant.  Speak to them at length and find out more about their experience in the field.  Someone who has been around for years is producing real RESULTS and is more likely to have had much better training.


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It's a sad thought:   Feng Shui was intended to Inspire and Transform and now, in some cases has become just a business.  Choose your Feng Shui Consultant carefully.

Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & New York, est. in 1997.  She is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant from the first school in the Country that is licensed and accredited to offer Feng Shui Studies.  Carole consults on site in Long Island including The Hamptons, Queens and New York Cityhttp://www.FengShuiLI.com

For Feng Shui New York City - Manhattan Consultations  http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com Laura Cerrano -  Certified Feng Shui Consultant

What's so GREAT about Localism? It's a TREASURE! by Feng Shui Long Island Consultant Carole Provenzale

What's so GREAT about Localism?  It's a TREASURE....

There are some people, especially "Newbies" to Activerain that may not see the Advantages of posting to Localism.  As a Feng Shui Consultant who lives and play on Long Island, NY and in New York City, I love writing about the different areas I find myself in.

I have many New York City locations including posts on Central Park and different parts of Manhattan.  As I travel all over Long Island, I capture pictures and write about Feng Shui in a particular place or just about this lovely Island itself.

Several months ago I realized I was getting emails from people I don't know.  They would ask me about a particular place in a post I'd written or for further information.  I didn't think much of it as I answered the Emails except that I realized that Consumers WERE reading my posts....and obviously enjoying them.

Late one night when I was signing off the computer for the night, I went to check my emails and had one from someone who was quite upset.  She asked me if they were tearing down the Jones Beach Water Tower, one of Long Island's beautiful monuments.

Jones Beach Water Tower by Feng Shui Long IslandJones Beach Water Tower, Wantagh Long Island New York

I was shocked.  I knew they were restoring the Water Tower at Jones Beach but certainly not tearing it down!  We have little enough left of Long Island now.  I went online to research it and did in fact find a blog that said it was being demolished as the costs were too high to repair it.

Fortunately, I have a friend at Newsday, our lovely Long Island Newspaper.  I've written about Newsday before and decided to email my friend....nothing gets by him!  If they're tearing down the Water Tower, HE would know.

He answered me right away; he hadn't heard anything about it and I hadn't either prior to the email.  I wrote this person back to give her the information when it dawned on me that after all this time (and all these posts) about Long Island, I had become the "Local Expert." 

My blog Growing up Levittown Growing Up Levittown New York: The Way it WAS by Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale got the most responses in my emails.  It seems that many people were fortunate enough to grow up on Long Island and had a ‘Levittown NY' life and it brought back so many fond memories.  They were kind enough to take the time to write me and thank me!

I thought back to the many other questions I've received over the years relating to Long Island, New York that I'd answered without giving them a second thought.  If you write about your Local Areas and post them to Localism, you WILL be found. 

You'll also be thought of as the "GO TO" person for further information.  You'll become the LOCAL EXPERT.  That's priceless!

Oh, about the Water Tower at Jones Beach:  They are restoring it.  The top is off because of the extensive repairs it require but it is NOT being dismantled.  (When YOU become the Local Expert, check your facts : )

Have any Questions about Long Island New York?  I work in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties and you're welcome to email me anytime! 

Long Island NY Expert Carole ProvenzaleI'm a LOT happier then she is : )

http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

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*Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & NY est. in 1997.  As a Certified Feng Shui Expert she provides on Site Feng Shui Consultations for Long Island NY for Homes, Businesses, Retail and New Construction.  She is also available for pre-inspection of a New Residence and Blessings Ceremonies.

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant for New York City NYC and Queens NY.  She also consults in the Tri State Area.

Real Estate Agents: Tell Buyers the TRUTH!! by Feng Shui Long Island NY Consultant

Real Estate Agents:  Tell Buyers the TRUTH!  by Feng Shui Long Island NY Consultant

Yes, it's a mini rant....or maybe not so mini..  I DO know it's only a few percentage of Real Estate Agents that do this but you may be wasting your OWN time!

I've now seen several properties listed on the MLS.  After finding out I WAS allowed to attend Open Houses, I've gone to a few.  All of them found on the MLS and every one of them need to clarify things.  In other words, BE HONEST!!

If there's no Open House I have to call my Real Estate Agent who then has to make contacts and appointments and has offered to even pick me up and take me to the listing.  Here is some of what I've seen in the short time I've been looking to buy a home on Long Island:

Move Right In:  The ‘Move Right In' house.  We've all seen these listings.  You expect to find the home in pretty good condition, right?  Except you notice that the roof is falling down...and the carpet they put upstairs (including in the bathroom) has an uneven floor underneath.  None of the doors upstairs open OR close because the carpet is too thick.  Who do I move in with, a Roofer AND a plumber?  Or should I find someone who does floors?

Long Island Feng Shui Home by Feng Shui Long Island Expert Carole Provenzale

Mrs. Clean Lives Here:  I'm NOT kidding, I saw a home listed this way with only a few pictures.  Not only does Mrs. Clean NOT live there, I don't even think she VISITS.  My feet stuck to the floor....especially in the kitchen while I was trying to figure out what the brown stuff on the walls were.

Long Island NY Home Buying by Feng Shui Long Island

Mint, Immaculate:  I had to ask what type of floors were underneath the clothes and furniture.  I also noticed I had the exact same pots and pans but mine weren't in the sink.

Feng Shui Home Long Island NY by Feng Shui Consultant in New York

Park Like Grounds:  It was a beautiful backyard.  The only problem is that the parkway was right behind it.  RIGHT behind it. That's a deal breaker for me.   It is a good thing I didn't go by the picture on the MLS anyway because it had snow on the ground.

Just Bring a Paintbrush:  I have no problem bringing not only a Paintbrush but an actual Painter.  Problem was the walls were down (although laying neatly by the side of the house).  This listing DID have an element of truth:  Walls can go up or down....YOU decide.  I decided to buy a house with walls.

As a buyer, this is what I'd love to see on the MLS:  An accurate description which includes the Good and the not so Good.  I'd know before hand if it's a property I'd even consider.  This would not only save ME time but it would certainly save my Realtor HER time.  Sellers:  Clean up...we DO notice!

It's tough enough working with two Feng Shui Consultants in buying a new home on Long Island NY!  I'm surprised my Realtor is working with me (although she knows and believes in Feng Shui).  Maybe, just MAYBE we could all save some time by being honest.


Long Island Feng Shui Consultations by Carole Provenzale http://www.FengShuiLI.com

Manhattan  -- New York City  --  NYC Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano: http://www.ManhattanFengShui.com

 

 

New York Feng Shui and Missed Opportunities by Long Island NY Feng Shui Consultant

New York City Feng Shui and Missed Opportunities by Feng Shui Long Island NY Consultant

 

Everything comes into our lives for a reason.  Oftentimes, when we are not at our best energetically or otherwise, we won't take a second look at something that is coming our way.  We're not up to it, we figure and without much thought, we'll just turn away from it, decline (with thanks) and think nothing more of it.  We may be missing the boat here.  Instead of saying no, think it through.

When opportunities come knocking, it is wise to be there to answer the door.  While some don't appear to be anything particularly interesting or even inviting, based on the fact that you are working with the laws of attraction, it is always wise to look into something without just turning it down.

NYC Feng Shui by Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano

Investigate it further.  Things most certainly are not always what they appear.  In our hurried, sometimes scattered lives, we often don't stop to think things through well enough to make an informed decision. 

Oftentimes, as well, a seemingly "rational" decision may not come to you. These are truly the times to go with your instincts; we have all access to these wonderful instincts, our "gut" feelings, but unfortunately fail to follow them.

No one ever knows where the next door will lead or the next bump in the road will take us.  Wonderful opportunities we may have looked right passed may have also caused us to miss meeting a certain person, a lost business connection or an activity we may well have enjoyed. 

Ask yourself if you are unconsciously putting up barriers.  We have to be in the state of "allowance" to invite everything into our lives.  Knowing that they are there for a reason might be a tool in determining your ultimate decision.   How can you know what to do when you simply don't KNOW what to do?  Here are some ideas that might help you along. 

Some people meditate regularly, others not at all.  Meditation is nothing more then a deep state of reaction, when you are not thinking of anything at all and have nothing inside to "clutter" your head and confuse an already overworked brain.  Instead of trying so hard to focus on an answer to a dilemma we are facing, try allowing the answer to just come to you. 

Another way to accomplish this is to think about the issue just before bedtime. And then let it go for the night.  Whoever said you shouldn't make a big decision without sleeping on it was 100% correct. 

Taking a walk can clear your head as well.  Spending time outdoors with nature for some of us is a state of allowing thoughts, decisions and energy to just flow.  Since we are connected to everything by energy, the outdoor energy of plants and tress, birds and animals is essential to our well being. 

Also, remember to pray.  If your thoughts are focused, your intentions clear and mindful, it doesn't matter who or what you choose to pray to.  There is a power in prayer and also a releasing of things to a higher power that will help you find your answers and your direction; you won't have to worry about a possible missed opportunity again.

Long Island NY Feng Shui Consultant Carole Provenzale http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

NYC and Queens NY Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano  http://www.FengShuiManhattan.com

 

Feng Shui in New York: Let's Talk about the FORM School by NYC Feng Shui Consultants

Feng Shui in New York...Let's Talk about The FORM School!  By NYC Feng Shui Long Island & NY Consultants

There are so many methods of Feng Shui used not only in New York City and Long Island NY but around the World.  It's our theory that the more schools of thought of Feng Shui we are familiar with as Feng Shui Consultants, the more we can help our clients.

One of the earliest methods of Feng Shui was called The Form School.  It was originally used for placement of ancestors in their final resting places.  The Chinese believed that the direction in which a loved one was buried was very important and it would have an impact on them and their lives.

We often think of being "backed up" in life.  A Mountain at your back for protection and Water in the Front was considered proper placement in good Feng ShuiThe water, like a gently rolling stream would bring in Good Energy and the Mountain would keep you backed up.

As a New York and Long Island Feng Shui Consultants, we still use these methods in our NY Feng Shui Consultations.  An example of this can be seen here in a Feng Shui Business Laura Cerrano and I recently set up:  Omni Martial Arts in Queens New York

Feng Shui Queens NY Business by Feng Shui Consultant Laura CerranoFeng Shui NY Queens Business...Omni Martial Arts New York

It is often the reason we suggest a small Water Feature by the Front Door such as a small Water Fountain...it is believed to drive good energy into our spaces including Feng Shui Businesses.

 Here's a photo of a New Feng Shui New Construction project based right here on Long Island New York:

Long Island Feng Shui New Construction by Feng Shui Long Island Consultant Carole ProvenzaleCreating Moutains for a new Feng Shui Long Island Business

For Feng Shui Principles at Home or at Work, see what's backing YOU up.  Pictures of strength or accomplishments should be behind you.  Adding water by the Front Door will help you accomplish some of the methods of the Form School of Feng Shui.

http://www.LongIslandFengShui.com

Long Island Feng Shui Consultants

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NYC and Queens Feng Shui Consultant

*Carole Provenzale is the Founder of Feng Shui Long Island & NY est. in 1997.  As a Certified Feng Shui Expert she provides on Site Feng Shui Consultations for Long Island NY for Homes, Businesses, Retail and New Construction.  She is also available for pre-inspection of a New Residence and Blessings Ceremonies.

Laura Cerrano is a Certified Feng Shui Consultant for New York City NYC and Queens NY.  She also consults in the Tri State Area.

  http://www.TheFengShuiVoice.com

 

 

Hoarders of Long Island New York -- Can you use some FREE Help?

Hoarders of Long Island New York...Can you use some FREE Help?

Hoarding is becoming a more serious problem on Long Island NY.  There are many people who have such a difficult time letting go of objects that they begin to clutter their home.   These items are usually saved because they "may be needed at another time" or a person or persons feels some kind of connection to them.

There is a certain amount of ‘safety' in keeping things around.  Unfortunately, it is an issue that often becomes out of control.  Their items begin to take over their lives.  There is often shame and guilt associated with the Hoarding of objects.  Hoarders may stop inviting people over and often feel hopeless and helpless.

As New York Feng Shui consultants we have worked with several Hoarders.  I would like to say I've had success with all of them but I haven't.  I can explain things from a Feng Shui Perspective as in the case of one lovely Long Island couple who called us in to help "organize." 

Long Island NY Hoarding by Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano Long IslandIn Feng Shui, Energy RISES.  The energy of things stored in a basement will affect you in a number of ways, even if you are on another level.  Also think of what is "hanging over your head" with storage in the attic.  This can keep you stuck in life as many Long Island NY hoarders feel.

Before we could organize, I had to help them learn to part with items they believed to be treasured.  In every room it was difficult to walk and their beautiful young son could not invite his friends over.  As we went from room to room we were able to explain the damaging effects from a Feng Shui Perspective.

Finally, we got some boxes out of the car.  Carefully we went through just one small part of the home....the Dining Room table and chairs.  They hadn't been able to eat a meal there in as long as they could remember.  Sorting through the objects on the table and chairs we were able to discard some things.  Others we put in a "donation" box and the remaining items we kept but put away.

This inspired this Long Island family to stop hoarding and begin to clean up and let go.  I'd receive frequent updates about their progress from them and I was delighted.  Hoarding is a sensitive issue but there IS help.

Long Island Home by Long Island Feng Shui Consultant Laura CerranoCleaning one SMALL area can make a huge difference in getting clutter under control.  This Long Island family felt the difference immediately and it inspired them to keep cleaning up and out!

Recently, Laura Cerrano of http://FengShuiManhattan.com received an inquiry from a news station who would like to team up and offer their services as well to a person or family on Long Island NY who has been hoarding or unable to let go of things.  In addition to Feng Shui for this Long Island home, there will be 10 additional days of organizational assistance.

Further, in order to keep your home clean and organized additional free help will be provided as follow up services.  There is absolutely no charge for all of the services and you will be treated with the utmost care and respect.

Any family or individual on Long Island that has been finding themselves buried in "clutter" or hoarding objects is welcome to contact us for these free services.  You will begin to live a new life and will learn about Feng Shui, Organizing and a safe and happy household.

For further information, please contact New York Feng Shui Consultant Laura Cerrano at (516) 528-3843 or email FengShuiLI@aol.comAll contacts are confidential.

New York Feng Shui Consultants Carole Provenzale and Laura Cerrano are a mother/daughter Feng Shui Consulting team available for on site Feng Shui/Design Consultations on Long Island, New York City - Manhattan - Queens, NY and the Tri State Area.  For further information please visit http://www.FengShuiLI.com