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Welcome In!

 The front door welcomes guests and opportunities, while other entrences favor less direct access - it's ideal when all are clearly marked, and in good repair! 

Pink house cafe
In Feng Shui, the front door and kitchen are two key areas - the Mouth of Chi, and the Heart of the Home. 
One of the simplest things we can do to welcome good fortune is to periodically spend a few minutes on these entrances - sweep the path and mat, wash the door. 

  • Stand on your front walk, and look at your porch and entrance
  • Is the path safe and clear?  (Opportunities flow)
  • Is your address/ the house name visible (can fortune find you?)
  • Greenery - are trees, shrubs and potted plants Overgrown or in poor shape? (too full already/ poor health)
  • Is there clutter or trash?
  • Is the porchlight bright?
  • Does the door need a wash? 
  • Are the mat and entrance swept?
My old front door
This is a good time to note anything which needs repaired, trimmed back, cleared or replaced. 
Spending just 10-15 minutes monthly can make a large difference!
I love the tips from Feng Shui practioner Amanda Gibby Peters.  One is to take three pinches of cinnamon on your palm, step outside and blow them onto the clean door.

Does your front door welcome you in? 

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