Fashion, Feng Shui and Weight Loss?

Webster’s dictionary defines weight asa burden: weighed down with a load.

In the practice of Feng Shui, clutter isadded weight. De-cluttering is a key principle in Feng Shui. Because Feng Shui deals with the flow of energy, clutter oradded weight, blocks the flow of energy and as a result causes imbalances. The simple act of de-cluttering a space restores harmony and gives a lighter more open feeling.

Can this principle be applied to weight loss and getting dressed?

Most women have items in their closet they don’t wear ever! These items becomeenergy blocks andadd weight to our wardrobe. I believe there is a direct relationship between mindlessly buying clothes and/or repeating incorrect styling choices and feelingburdened when getting dressed, which when repeated over and over canshow up physically as added pounds on our bodies.

A first step is to intentionally de-clutter your wardrobe; this includes shoes, handbags and other accessories. Keep your focus on “letting go” of excess weight. Each item you own should make you FEEL fabulous.

Ready to go deeper?

I don’t think anyone would deny that nature is in perfect harmony. The elements of water, wood, fire, earth and metal all exist and interact with perfect harmony and balance.

Fashion Feng Shui is a personal style system which was brought to life using the attributes of the five elements found in nature and assigns archetypes for each element, style personalities if you will. This unique approach to getting dressed allows for us to dress all aspects of ourselves mind, body, spirit. When you begin to dress with intention your clothes will express your authenticity and you will attract your deepest desires even weight loss.

Fashion Feng Shui’s 5 Archetypes At a Glance:

WATER – The Philosopher
-contemplative spirit
-values freedom of self-expression

WOOD – The Pioneer
-competitive spirit
-values freedom of movement

FIRE – The Pleasure Seeker
-charismatic spirit
-values social connection

EARTH – The Peacemaker
-committed spirit
-values being practical, consistent and nurturing

METAL- The Perfectionist
-cultivated spirit
-values quality and excellence

Here are some tips to try with the intention of weight loss:

Weight gain has been linked to stress, so using dark calming colors or flowing fabrics to bring in the element of WATER can help set the intention for calm.

Active styling, which feelssporty, will activate the dynamic, growth-oriented attributes of the element of WOOD to support your weight loss goals.

Wear the color redto honor the element of FIRE with the intention of igniting more energy, especially during exercise.

In Feng Shui, EARTH represents stability and is used in the center of the home, the area related to health. Wearing earthtones will support the intention for grounding and stability to support the intention of being healthy.

Let’s face it, each of us could use a bit ofperfectionism when it comes to eating and exercising. The element of METAL can be used to help here try white/pale colors, beautiful fabric or anything that exudes quality.

Feng Shui teaches that the presence of all 5 elements in an environment creates harmony and balance. Fashion Feng Shui is a system of empowering choices where you make intentional choices when getting dressed to support your goals. If weight loss is a goal, try some of the tips above, making sure all 5 elements are in harmony, and watch what will unfold by adding this tool of dressing with intention to your daily routine.