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Suzanne Butler is the founder of Harmonising Energies, a Classical Flying Stars Feng Shui consultancy helping people create homes that support their health, relationships, career success and financial wellbeing. With a unique blend of environmental analysis, mindset work and practical strategy, Suzanne helps clients understand how their surroundings influence their everyday experiences and long-term outcomes.

Working with homeowners, property buyers, business owners and property professionals across Australia and internationally, Suzanne is passionate about making Feng Shui accessible, practical and relevant for modern living. She is also a contributing writer covering Feng Shui, property, lifestyle and personal development, with a focus on helping people create spaces that truly support the life they want to live.

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A Feng Shui Christmas: The dos and don’ts for a joyful, balanced festive season

By Suzanne Butler As the year draws to a close and Christmas lights begin to twinkle, our homes become the heart of celebration. Yet beneath the tinsel and tree lies something deeper — the energy that shapes how we feel, connect and experience the season. Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of harmonising energy, offers timeless wisdom to help you create a space that feels calm, abundant and full of joy. Here’s how to bring balance to your festive season with a few simple dos and don’ts. Do: Decorate with intention Before pulling out the decorations, clear clutter and release what’s no longer serving you. Stagnant energy lingers around piles of “stuff”, creating tension and fatigue. Choose décor that genuinely lifts your mood. A mindful approach keeps your space light and full of festive flow. Don’t: Overcrowd your space Too many decorations can block energy and heighten stress. Aim for open movement in your living and dining areas — spaces where emotions (and sometimes opinions) tend to rise. When energy flows smoothly, so do conversations, making it easier to prevent awkward moments or family drama over dinner. Do: Use red and gold wisely Red and gold aren’t just festive — they’re powerful Feng Shui colours. Red symbolises Fire energy — joy, warmth, passion — while gold represents the Metal element, bringing focus and success. Use them in balance: too much red can spark tempers (especially from chatty uncles after their second drink), while gold brings calm refinement. Think balance, not blaze. Don’t: Block the front door Your front door is the “mouth of Chi”, the main entry for energy — and guests. Keep it open, bright and clutter-free. A wreath made from natural greenery invites harmony, while gentle lighting encourages a peaceful welcome. This simple act also prevents family tension from “getting stuck” at the door — the energetic equivalent of stopping arguments before they start. Do: Position your tree with purpose Your Christmas tree symbolises growth and vitality. Placing it in the east boosts family harmony, the southeast attracts wealth and the south enhances reputation and joy. Avoid the northwest if you can, as it may trigger stubborn or dominant energy (looking at you, Uncle Kevin). A balanced tree equals a balanced table conversation. Don’t: Use sharp or harsh decorations Spiky ornaments, pointy branches or glittering stars aimed like darts can create “cutting Chi”, leading to irritability or tension. Choose rounded shapes, soft lighting and smooth textures to maintain a gentle, welcoming atmosphere — the antidote to festive feuds. Do: Bring nature indoors Balance the high-energy buzz of Christmas with grounding, natural touches. Fresh pine, eucalyptus or even a small potted plant connects your home to the Wood element, encouraging growth and calm. A bowl of fruit or flowers on the table can help keep emotions sweet rather than sour. Don’t: Forget gratitude and intention The strongest Feng Shui tip of all? Set your intention. As you decorate, reflect on what you’re grateful for and what you’d like to call in for the new year. Write those wishes and tuck them beneath the tree — a symbolic gesture of peace, abundance and family unity. This Christmas, let Feng Shui guide you beyond the decorations and into the energy that truly matters — harmony, connection and calm. Because when your home is balanced, even Uncle Kevin can’t shake your festive spirit.

By Suzanne Butler

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Feng Shui your way to a better bedroom

By Suzanne Butler from Harmonising Energies Feng Shui Your bedroom is your sanctuary—a place for sleep, love, and intimacy. However, as a Feng Shui practitioner, I often encounter elements in bedrooms that negatively impact those who reside in them. From the disappearance of intimacy in a relationship to difficulties in finding a suitable partner, and even a lack of quality sleep, several factors in your bedroom’s décor and arrangement can affect your well-being. Here’s how to transform your bedroom into a true sanctuary. Absent Intimacy Take a moment to examine your bedroom. What do you see? Are there photos of your children or family on your chest of drawers or bedside cabinets? These images, while meaningful, can energetically feel like voyeurism, with your family or friends “looking on.” To foster intimacy, move these photos to the East area of your home, which is the Family zone according to Feng Shui principles. Fruitless Dating Are you struggling with dating—either not getting dates or not progressing beyond the initial stages? Your bedroom decor might be the culprit. Look around: Do you have many images of yourself alone? Does the artwork suggest partnership or eternal singledom? For inviting love, your decor should reflect partnership. Ensure you have pairs of items, such as matching bedside cabinets and lamps. Additionally, remove anything that reminds you of an ex. Creating space for a partner, both physically and symbolically, is crucial. Constant Exhaustion Whilst having an exercise bike or treadmill in the bedroom might seem convenient for morning workouts, these items can actually create unnecessary exhaustion. Being constantly reminded of an activity that requires motivation and effort can drain your energy, leaving you too tired for other “fun” things in the bedroom. Similarly, working in bed can disrupt your rest. If you must have an office space in your bedroom, make sure you can block it off at the end of the day with a screen or cover it with something like a sarong. This separation helps keep work out of your sleeping space, promoting better rest and relaxation. Bed Don’t worry, I didn’t miss the most crucial part. Your bed. There are a lot of questions about bed placement, and it is something that I debunk often. There are going to be one or 2 places only that you can put your bed and for the most part it will be obvious. What you do need however, is a solid headboard to provide you with support and, nothing above your bed. Having art above the bed provides the energy of negativity hanging over you. It can disturb sleep and also create pressure in relationships. And finally, take the time to upgrade. When it comes time to buy new linen, step up to the next level. You spend nearly 50% of your life in your bed, make sure it’s comfortable. If any of these issues resonate with you, take a closer look around your bedroom. You might be surprised by the small changes that can have a significant impact on your sleep and intimacy. Relationships are already a lot of consistent work, lets take one lot of concerns off the table. Balance your bedroom and balance your love life.

By Suzanne Butler