Sedona January 2012 Newsletter
14 Jan
Happy Chinese New Year of the Water Dragon!
The Year of the Water Dragon has a lot in store for all of us!
According to Lillian Too, 2012 is said to be a powerful year for both big transformations and conflict; everything good or bad tends to be magnified because the Dragon is considered to be the most powerful sign of the entire Chinese Zodiac. The big changes will be both political as well as economic and will impact many people and possibly change the balance of power in the world.
Astrologically, this is a much better year in terms of starting new projects, implementing new ideas and finding new ways for personal growth. With careful planning you will be able to reap the benefits of your hard work. The Fire Element represents creativity and because there is a shortage of Fire this year – it is best to implement only well thought out ideas for a greater chance of success. It is the clever and wise that will prevail this year. Lillian Too recommends adding brighter lights, red crystals, red lamp shades and red candles to add more of the Fire Element to your space.
With Zodiac Feng Shui, you can consult Master Wu’s book as to which direction your zodiac sign lies in this year. According to Master Wu, the most accurate annual Feng Shui planning combines both your Zodiac Feng Shui with the Flying Star Feng Shui. Each Zodiac resides in a specific direction and is affected by the Flying Star Energies more severely if your sign is in that sector. In Zodiac Feng Shui, there are three directions to keep calm and quiet. It is also recommended that everyone place remedies in those directions. To guard against offending Tai-Sui (God of the Year) place a Pi Yao (celestial protector from heaven) in the Southeast and Northwest with his head facing the front door. It is very important to avoid digging or major renovations in this direction. Dragon and Dogs should carry Pi Yao charms or wear Pi Yao jewelry for further protection. To avoid the inauspicious energies of the 3 Killing, one should display 3 Chi-Lins (dragon head with horse body)in the direction of the South with their heads facing the entrance door.
Excess Wood Element this year can bring about more competitive and combative feelings among friends, family and colleagues. We need to work harder this year to be more harmonious and peaceful with each other. Choose your words carefully this year as they will seem louder and more forceful and can lead to arguments and misunderstandings. Master Wu recommends carrying the Jade Cicada and/or Rooster Charm or Lotus Charm as they can help you dispel the negative chi of the Flying Star #3 Quarrelsome Star. He also recommends displaying 3 Lotus Lights in the southwest direction of your home, office or bedroom to keep the energy peaceful and reduce the feeling of hostility and impatience. Those born in the year of the Ram and Monkey are more affected by this #3 Star.
This year Wealth Luck is favorable and can be more easily manifest due to 2 Earth Elements in the chart. To welcome the auspicious energies of the Wealth Star #8 you can display a crystal ball, amethyst natural crystals, or a jade 8 carving in the west. To activate your personal wealth energy, you can carry a Jade 8 charm. Those born in the year of the Rooster will have an easier time with bringing in more prosperity.
The Illness Star #2 flies to the North this year and you can display a metal Hu-Lu gourd, Golden Kwan Yin or a metal windchime to suppress this energy. People especially those born in the year of the Rat who have a living room, bedroom or office in the North should carry a Hu-Lu metal or jade charm.
The Robbery Star #7 is especially strong because it is a metal star flying to the metal sector so it must be subdued to avoid loss in your home or office. Place a bowl of Still Water in the direction of the Northwest or carry a Blue Elephant and a Blue Rhino with you to reduce the negative impact of this star. Those born in the year of the Dog and Boar should definitely be more pro-active in this area by using both cures.
Because Authority Star # 6 rules the center of the Feng Shui chart and your home this year, this star brings luck from the heavens and everyone in the home and office can benefit when you strengthen the energies of the middle of your home or office. Lillian Too recommends adding 6 smooth crystal balls to activate the energy for loving family harmony. While Master Wu recommends placing 6 lucky coins or 6 gold ingots with Guang Gung to bring good fortune and power.
The Misfortune Star #5 flies to the direction of the southeast. To subdue this negative Chi place a pagoda made of metal, a hanging bell or a lucky bamboo in the Southeast. If your kitchen, bedroom or entrance is in the southeast direction it is advisable to remove red or reduce things that create heat for the entire year. Dragon and Snake people are more affected by this star and should carry a five element pagoda key chain with them.
Victory Star #1 brings success, fame and career advancement energy to the south direction. People born in the year of the Horse will benefit from this Star although the energy is not as strong this year. Placing a Golden Hotei holding a Ru Yi or a lucky bamboo in a blue vase will help bring about more career success. Those born in the year of the Horse should carry a Ru Yi Charm.
Students who wish to strengthen their academic success should display a Green Pagoda or Crystal Point in the East. The lucky #4 Green Scholastic Star is especially strong this year because of the double wood element. People born in the year of the Rabbit should carry a pagoda charm.
Those born in the year of the Ox and Tiger will be happier and have more joyous occasions due to the Flying Purple Star #9. Placing a Lotus Light in the Northeast will enhance everyone’s happiness in your home or office.
Master Wu’s Year’s Guide to the Water Dragon
At Sedona, we highly recommend Master Wu’s book “Feng Shui 2012 Year of the Dragon, Secret of Heaven and Earth which has been very helpful in explaining how to Feng Shui your home and office for the Year of the Water Dragon. In his book he combines Five Element Feng Shui with Chinese Zodiac Feng Shui and Flying Star Feng Shui. He makes recommendations on how to subdue the negative energies and enhance the more auspicious energies for Personal Luck as well as Household Luck using Feng Shui cures, protective talismans and good luck symbols. My staff and I were privileged to have Master Wu give us a workshop on how to use Feng Shui. He created two large charts for us to share with customers so they can visualize the Flying Star Chart put together with their own Chinese Zodiac Sign. One chart shows what personal Feng Shui items you can carry with you to enhance your Personal Luck and the second chart shows what Feng Shui cures to use in your home for you and your family.
Chinese New Year Traditional Cleaning 
According to the Lunar calendar, Chinese New Year is on January 23rd this year and the first day of Spring begins on February 4th. In most cultures, it is an important tradition to do your “spring cleaning” before Spring starts. Most Feng Shui Masters advise you to start cleaning your home/office one month prior to the Chinese New Year and also to clean up your Feng Shui cures that you can re-use this year. After your house/office is clean you can start to place your cures in the correct area in anticipation of the New Year. On New Year’s day, there should be no cleaning, vacuuming or cutting as those actions will sweep or cut away the good energy that you want to welcome into your home/office. Other Chinese New Year traditions are to give Lucky Red Envelopes called Lisee with money to children, younger relatives and employees. At Sedona, we carry lots of different types of Lisee with Dragon designs as well as Lucky Red Paper with auspicious sayings that some people place on the back of their front door. Chinese people also celebrate by eating sticky Nin Gao which represents prosperity and family togetherness sticking to you. Another customary dish for New Years is a vegetarian dish (not vegan as it may contain oyster sauce) called Jai that is purifying and represents a fresh start for the New Year. Ward Centers will have a Lion Dance on Feb. 4th, the first day of Spring so come down and feed the lion Lisee to bring you more prosperity and good fortune.
Click HERE to read Alice’s full article. We also carry Alice’s books and DVD’s on Feng Shui.
Sundae Merrick’s 2012 Astrological Guide
Getting a 2012 Timeline Astrology Reading will help guide you to specific dates that are more ideal for these important times of your life. Whether if it’s planning a trip, special event, or even surgery, Sundae can help you pick the right dates. Sedona’s owner Malia Johnson gets a Timeline reading every year to help her plan special events such as when to have our Gem and Jewelry Show, to take trips, and when to get more rest and take it easy. Malia finds Sundae’s readings to be insightful and very helpful in planning out her year. Get a full year 60 minute Timeline Reading with Sundae for $150.00. One week advance notice is required along with your birthdate, birthplace and exact time on birth so that she can map out your year. Please also let her know what kinds of dates to look for such as for business, health, weddings etc. Call Sedona at (808) 591-8010 to schedule your appointment with any of our professional psychic readers.
Ward Center’s Annual Lion Dance Celebration
Feed the Lion! The Lion Dance is an annual celebration of feeding the lion to bring in a great year. The lions will start at Ward Warehouse and several lions will make their way through Ward Centers.
Saturday, February 4th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Click HERE for more details.
Free Angels and Masters Workshop
Susan Gemini will be doing her second introductory workshop at Sedona to learn how to use her Angel Medicine Oils, Sprays and Bath Salts. She’ll give you guidance as to how to prevent illness, negative energy, pain and fear from your life. You will also learn how to connect with your Angels for everyday healing needs.
Wednesday, January 18th from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Seats are limited to just 20 seats. Call Sedona at 808-591-8010 to reserve your seat! Click HERE to learn more about Susan’s classes.
Save the Date!
That’s right! Our March Gem and Jewelry Show dates are set! March 9 (Friday), 10 (Saturday), and 11 (Sunday). Malia will be at the Tuscon Gem and Jewelry Show during the first week of February so watch for a shipment of new stones and jewelry in store and especially during our show!
Deidre Berg will also be holding a Crystal Class on Wednesday March 7th to talk about how to use your crystals through meditation, healing, and energy.
