1 What is YOUR True Nature?10 minutes to discover how you can make small but significant changes to your home for greater success and well-being luminous-spaces.com
2 Our emotional freedom, our spirit, is nurtured and supported by those environments which are themselves alive. – Christopher Alexander, architect © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
3 re·nature·feng·shui / pronoun1. a feng shui school founded by Maureen K. Calamia that uses the five elements of Eastern philosophy to create balance and harmony in our lives. 2. a unique consulting practice that connects humans and nature in a meaningful way for greater joy and well-being. © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
4 A Message from Maureen Welcome Seeker! I see that you are just as curious as I am about what makes us tick. The Five Elements (wood, fire, earth, metal and water) are an important part of understanding our relationship not just with nature but with our inner, True Nature, as well. The Five Elements help us understand our relationship to the world around us and the people in our lives. They also help us understand why we prefer certain spaces over others, and why some spaces really help us to be more productive, efficient and creative! I use this information in helping clients make small shifts in their homes and work spaces so that they have greater success and well-being. I hope you enjoy it and remember to please contact me for a Free Assessment of how you can align your home with your True Nature! Be in Nature…Enjoy Your True Nature! © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
5 What is Your True Nature?According to Eastern philosophy everything in the Universe, including us, are made up of the Five Elements of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. To create balance and harmony in nature, these Elements connect with one another in unique relationships, either supporting, controlling or draining the energy of each other. And that is how nature maintains balance. Psychology research has shown that our homes impact our attitudes and behavior. If our home is “out-of-balance” with our True Nature, it can limit our ability to have successful relationships and impact our career and finances. With Re-Nature Feng Shui, I help you create environments that will nourish your True Nature Element and create greater harmony and well-being. The following benefits are reported through this system: Reduced stress Improved health Feeling of well-being More harmonious relationships Support in achieving your goals First, TAKE THIS FUN QUIZ and learn what Element is your True Nature! © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
6 What is Your True Nature?Select the top ONE or TWO responses that best describe you: A B C D E 1 What best describes your work ethic? I am ambitious I am a good worker, but look forward to TGIF! I rather tend to home affairs I am punctual; follow rules and procedures I prefer to freelance; not to have set work times 2 What best describes how you work with others? I often lead/have difficulty following others I love connecting with others I am a team player I am natural leader I prefer to work alone 3 How at ease are you with change? I thrive with change I love the adventure of possibilities Prefer things to stay the same I often feel uneasy with change. I like control. I go with the flow 4 Communication style I am assertive I am sensitive I am nurturing I am logical and methodical I often don't share my opinions 5 Words that others use to describe you Adventurous and spontaneous Lots of fun and warm Reliable and caring Fashionable and sophisticated Independent and creative 6 What best describes your desire? to have a sense of purpose to be fulfilled to be connected with friends and family to have order in my life to discover the truth 7 What best describes your path? Taking initiative Emotional Intimacy Service Mastery Knowledge 8 What best describes your talents? Coordination, planning Self-expression, enthusiasm Negotiation Discrimination Imagination 9 What do you seek? The perfect… Cause Lover Family System Teacher 10 You tend to… Seek risks Seek excitement Seek harmony Seek order Seek solitude 11 Preferred activity Do something active/physical Go out on the town Cook dinner for a few good friends Attend an art show or theater Read a good book 12 Emotional need be on top be in love be needed be right be protected 13 Words that describe me confident romantic maternal discerning honest 14 Emotional tendency anger/frustration anxiety worry grief fear 15 Sport preference always seeking greater challenges high intensity endurance sports requiring great skill (i.e., chess, fencing) quiet, independent activity 16 Preferred clothing business casual, sporty sexy, attention-getting comfortable clothing sharp, designer clothing flowing, loose clothing 17 If you could have ANY of these rooms, what would you HAVE to have? A work-out gym and/or great home office A great party space (ballroom, outdoor decks) A cozy family kitchen A grand room to display my artwork and antiques A room where I can do things privately 18 What best describes your feelings around clutter? I have some clutter that I know that I have to deal with, but I'm too busy now. I have lots of unfinished projects in my home. Is that clutter? I don't have clutter - my home is filled with great memories and/or collections that I love. I hate clutter and disorganization! I cannot feel comfortable. You may call this clutter, but it feeds my artistic/creative expression and fulfills me. 19 What is your favorite room in your house? It's where I can do my work It's a party room Where everyone gathers It has beautiful artwork and furnishings A room just for me 20 Your décor is… functional, comfortable eclectic, dramatic, bright colors family or sentimental furnishings/objects modern, minimalistic or fine antiques lush, cozy furnishings; playful Totals © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
7 What’s Next… Tally up your responses for each letter.Find out your True Nature Element by looking it up on the chart below: Answer key: A = Wood B = Fire C = Earth D = Metal E = Water 3. Now find out what your True Nature Element means and how to create greater harmony in your home! © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
8 Your True Nature is WoodThe Wood Element represents these attributes: Known as the “Pioneer” Uprising energy Ambition and action Season of Spring Courageous Productive Resourceful Resilient Visionary Make sure that you have both the Water and Wood Elements in your home. Most importantly, check that your bedroom, home office and living room don’t have too much Fire or Metal. See chart on page 13 for more information. © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
9 Your True Nature is FireThe Fire Element represents these attributes: The Wizard Warmth Intense Dramatic Magnetic Passionate Lightness Dynamic Make sure that you have both the Wood and Fire Elements in your home. Most importantly, check that your bedroom, home office and living room don’t have too much Earth or Water. See chart on page 13 for more information. © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
10 Your True Nature is EarthThe Earth Element represents these attributes: The Peacemaker Nurturing Responsible Grounded Supportive Reliable Protective Simple Trustworthy Make sure that you have both the Fire and Earth Elements in your home. Most importantly, check that your bedroom, home office and living room don’t have too much Metal or Wood. See chart on page 13 for more information. © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
11 Your True Nature is MetalThe Metal Element represents these attributes: The Alchemist Discerning Strong Mature Ordered Precise Refined Confident Speaks against injustice Make sure that you have both the Earth and Metal Elements in your home. Most importantly, check that your bedroom, home office and living room don’t have too much Water or Fire. See chart on page 13 for more information. © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
12 Your True Nature is WaterThe Water Element represents these attributes: The Philosopher Calm Deep Playful Refreshing Dreamy Healing Flexible Insightful Make sure that you have both the Metal and Water Elements in your home. Most importantly, check that your bedroom, home office and living room don’t have too much Wood or Earth. See chart on page 13 for more information. © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
13 How to Support the ElementsWater Wood Fire Earth Metal Element itself is the most effective Fountains; aquariums; bowl of water Wood items or furnishings; Trees, plants, flowers Fire, candles, fireplace, chiminea, bright lights, sunlight Soil, rocks, primitive stone and quartz, honed marble All metal objects Colors Black, dark colors Green, Blue Red, purple, magenta, reddish orange Earth tones (sandy to peat moss), yellow White, off-white, gold, silver, gray, pastels Shapes Freeform, flowing; paisley; wavy patterns Vertical, columns; vertical blinds, striped wallpaper Triangle, pyramid, star shape, conical shapes Square, rectangle, horizontal lines Round, oval, circular shapes; arches and domes Materials Glass, mirror Plant-based material (bamboo, cotton, sisal) Animal prints, fur, leather Ceramics, terracotta, clay objects, brick and tile Gemstones, polished stone and marble Others Sinks & toilets Books Zig zag patterns Low, wide furniture Images Waterscapes, moon forest, flower landscapes People, animals, fire, sun and star artwork Open landscapes, deserts Open sky, Art with metallic finishes Use this chart for ideas on how to bring the Five Elements into your home! © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
14 About Maureen K. CalamiaAn inspiring thought leader in feng shui, energy and consciousness, Maureen helps her students and clients integrate balance and harmony with their unique True Nature in their homes and workspaces. She has a passion for helping others connect with the natural world, which is what feng shui is all about. Maureen is the founder of Luminous Spaces, a feng shui consulting firm and Re-Nature Feng Shui, a professional certification program. She has trained feng shui consultants since Her innovative and inspiring program She is a regular contributor to elephantjournal.com and mindbodygreen.com. And look out for her book, Creating Luminous Spaces: Shift the Energy of Your Home & Ignite Your Personal Power , to be published by Red Wheel/Weiser in Spring Her motto is “You ARE where you live!” (By the way, her True Nature is Water and Wood!) Visit my website for tips & resources! Free Resources & Blog Feng Shui eBooks & Webinars Long Distance & In-person Consultations A variety of feng shui training options © Copyright | Re-Nature Consulting LLC |
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