FENG SHUI SIMPLY
Let Synchronicity Be Your Guide
By Cheryl Grace

In this fast paced world we live in, we often feel that the only way we can accomplish anything or reach our dreams is to set goals, multi-task, and create endless to-do lists. After all, isn’t this what successful leaders and entrepreneurs do? Feng Shui teaches us that another pathway to happiness and fulfillment comes from letting your day unfold naturally, without fear. Instead of chasing your goals and being attached to their outcome, allow yourself moments where you can let your inner passion lead the way. This might be your love of gardening or sailing or just letting your day unwind without a list of tasks. In other words, let synchronicity be your guide.

Synchronicity can be described as magical moments where we are drawn to respond to a clear need, connect with a person, or be inspired to take action. Some may refer to it as a coincidence, mere chance, or a spiritual experience. You may know it as thinking about your long time friend who you haven’t spoken to in ages, and suddenly she calls at that very moment. Many times the moment can have a profound impact on our lives, or be life saving. For whatever reason, it is a meaningful intersection of paths, much like a crossroad. A natural example is when the paths of the sun and moon intersect during an eclipse. In daily life, an event or experience connects you to an opportunity for a new activity or action that you previously may not have considered.

How can you use synchronicity to enhance your life? By allowing yourself to live more often in your passion-driven moment, and not locking yourself into a routine every day. Focusing solely on a to-do list may leave you feeling that are always on the verge of failure if you don’t complete the tasks. At the same time, you’re missing out on all the opportunities that are around you if you step out into the world.

If we think of synchronized moments as messages, advice, or even warnings, we are able to look at life experiences in a new way, from taking the common pathway to an inspired pathway. If a perfectly timed occurrence comes to you, all you have to do is cooperate with it by being open-minded, having the strength and courage to follow your heart, and be aware of a subtle nudge or whisper to explore something you might not otherwise have done. Synchronicity can be viewed as a personal guidance system that directs you to follow a certain path, speaking to an individual your would otherwise ignore, and following your “bliss.”

While we can’t escape from the necessary components of our daily life necessary for existence, such as our job, family obligations, and chores, we can, however, make time to explore our higher destiny, or life purpose. This higher purpose explores our authentic reason for being on this earth and getting to our “real work.” Some people call it the “hero’s journey.” If we are only fulfilling someone else’s destiny, we may not be in touch with our own distinct identity, where we are going, and why. Instead of try to control every moment of your day, give yourself permission to add creativity and joy to your agenda.

To experience synchronicity, an effective approach is to clear your schedule, indulge in an activity you enjoy outside or within the community, such as a craft fair, the farmer’s market on Saturday morning, or a walk on the beach. Leave another day to ordinary problems and accept synchronicity as a gift and a contribution to finding and nurturing your destiny. Enjoy the rhythms of life and move elegantly in the community. Be passionately engaged in what most interests you and you are now experiencing an authentic life, where your heart is most engaged and time flies by effortlessly.

Cheryl is a professional feng shui consultant and nationally certified Interior Refiner. For an home or office consultation, contact Cheryl at (941) 400-3816 or visit www.ggRedecorating.com