Working World

Uh-oh. Valentine’s Day is almost here and those little pink cherubs will be wreaking havoc and flinging arrows all over the place. But do Cupid’s arrows have any impact on one’s feng shui? As ancient weapons of mass destruction, arrows do not have a positive feng shui connotation. And although Cupid is a mythical figure and his arrows aren’t real, pictures of them do symbolically equate love with a painful experience, don’t they? A pierced heart does not exactly give off a warm fuzzy vibe. Stupid Cupid!

Love is a wonderful thing and we all deserve it. Here are some useful feng shui tips to enhance the romance this Valentine’s Day.

1) CELEBRATE YOURSELF. Whether or not you have a date on February 14, you should still treat yourself well and have a great time.  How about a night out bowling with the guys or a spa date with your best girlfriends?

2) HISTORY LESSON. If your ex’s name, birthday, or anniversary date is your computer access password or PIN code, change them to something more neutral that doesn’t keep you hooked to your past love chi (energy), clearing the way for new love to blossom.

3) SEEING RED. Activate your passion with the color red. Wearing red satin boxers or sexy lingerie under a boring business exterior will give you that secret boost of confidence that helps you in the dating scene, as well as the working world.

4) PAIRED UP. The upper right hand corner of any room or space is your feng shui Love Sector. Paired objects are what you want there. A pair of candlesticks side by side is better than separating at opposite sides of the room. Remove solo photos of yourself from this area, replace with pics of happy couples.

5) IN THE MOOD. Do use candlelight, music, and beautiful bedding in your love shack. Don’t have clutter, too many electronic gadgets, and mismatched bedside tables.

6) MUM’S THE WORD. The Love Sector is associated with Mother chi. Send Mom flowers to give you good luck in love.

7) THE LITTLE THINGS COUNT. A love note in your partner’s pocket, calling midday to tell them you miss them, bringing home their favorite take-out food. . . works mich better than arrows do. 

Katy Allgeyer is an artist and freelance writer. She is a columnist for Working World and Working Nurse magazines. Her features have appeared there and in Feng Shui Times, Art of WellBeing, and You & Me Magazine.