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Feng Shui Tip
Tips for aging eyes
 At this fall's Feng Shui Institute International's biannual conference, several excellent speakers presented their research on Pyramid Feng Shui concepts. We learned about the psychological causes of cluttering, the stages of aging and how we can successfully negotiate them, a technique to feng shui the process of dying, and the five-element theory in acupuncture.
I would love to share all the information I learned, but space prohibits that. So, for now, I'll share a bit about the aging eye.
Our presenter, Dr. Jodi Price, is an optometrist from Ohio who is also trained in Pyramid Feng Shui. She recently attained her Master's Status in Feng Shui, so she is an expert consultant as well as an accomplished doctor.
Dr. Price explained that as we age, our eyes, along with the rest of us, begin to change. And as they change, our perception of space does as well. Our eyes tend to lose their focus, and our perception of color changes. Sometimes the contrast between light and dark is not very sharp or we have difficulty determining where objects begin and end. And we need more time to adjust to changing light levels. Cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration further affect our vision.
Dr. Price presented slides of what the world looks like to people with these eye diseases. It was quite sobering. She then provided helpful tips for ways we can help our clients or our friends and family who have eye disorders, including simple aging of the eyes.
Pathways: Use a bright runner to help define where to walk, and keep the pathways clear of any other objects.
Stairways, outdoors: Place bright flowers in pots outdoors, one on each step, to mark where to step down (or up). Alternate the flower colors on every other step.
Stairways, indoors: Add a border along the edge of the carpet runner or a stripe down the center of the carpet. Or add lighting strips under the lip of each step or under the railing to illuminate the stairs.
Tables: Add a brightly colored cloth so the edges can be seen.
Seating: Add a colorful throw to increase the visibility of the edge of the sofa or chair.
Glare: Have flexible window coverings to handle all seasons and all times of day, and include different types of lighting in the rooms (natural, ambient and direct).
There is more, but this is a good start. If you or someone you live with or love has eye disorders, consider a consultation with your local Pyramid Feng Shui practitioner or with Dr. Price.
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After doing a bit of googling, I found these links that might be of interest to you if you are looking for more information.
Image of a healthy eye
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Age related macular degeneration
Low vision and low vision quiz
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At this time of Thanksgiving, I send you all best wishes for a Thanksgiving filled with gratitude, love, and peace.
May you be happy
May you be well
May you be safe
May you be at peace and at ease.
Blessings,
Diantha
Diantha Harris, ASID, FSII, IAC
Pyramid Feng Shui Practitioner
Color Consultant
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note: This information is meant to be helpful and educational; it is
not a substitute for medical attention. You should consult with your
healthcare professional for medical advice and treatment.
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