Feng Shui: Back to Balance [Paperback]

Sally Fretwell (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 11, 2002

As feng shui has become more widely known, Sally Fretwell has noticed an increased rigidity in feng shui practice -- a change that has intimidated many people new to this timeless art. In her down-to-earth style, Fretwell presents a fun, commonsense approach to the principles of achieving balance and harmony in one’s life. Covering homes room by room -- as well as gardens, offices, health-care facilities, and stores -- she discusses color, direction, and light as well as "nine star ki" or feng shui astrology. Readers learn how easy-to-implement changes in the ambience and atmosphere of rooms can improve one’s sense of well-being.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: New World Library; 2nd edition (March 11, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 157731221X
• ISBN-13: 978-1577312215
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 8.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #941,895 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Feng Shui: Back to Balance, March 29, 2000

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Robert Bernardini - See all my reviews

This review is from: Feng Shui - Back to Balance : An Entertaining, Lighthearted, Common Sense Approach (Paperback)

As president of Professional Research Institute, I am constantly on the look out for books that make a difference in people's lives. Sally Fretwell's book Feng Shui: Back to Balance is without a doubt the best book on Feng Shui I have reviewed. It is easy to read, entertaining and presents clear step-wise directions for making your home or office better, more harmonious and supportive environments. Where other books on this subject concentrate on the way Feng Shui may have worked in Ancient China, Sally's book cuts through out-dated dogma and presents the subject in a positive way for our Western civilization. Her approach makes you aware of potential problems and difficulties you may encounter for sure - but in a light-hearted, nonjudgemental way. Other books on Feng Shui almost make me paranoid! Not so with this. And although it's fun to read, it is chock-full of the information you need most to rearrange your living spaces for optimal energy and thus optimal health and happiness. Her section on color is especially insightful and she goes into depth on the Chinese 9 Star Ki system. This not only helps you with rearranging your living spaces, but also helps you understand your own personality and the personality of others. I highly recommend it to anyone - whether new to the subject or experienced Feng Shui practitioners.

25 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally......I understand what "Fun" Shei is all about, June 12, 2000

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Cyndi Lundberg - See all my reviews

This review is from: Feng Shui - Back to Balance : An Entertaining, Lighthearted, Common Sense Approach (Paperback)

This is one of the best Fung Shei books I have ever read. I couldn't put it down. It was everything I always knew, but didn't know for sure and now its okay for me to be thinking and feeling the way I do. I finally understand what has been making me so crazy at times and what has worked and has NOT worked for me in my life! I especially liked the Nine Star Ki I-Ching theory. It has been soooo much fun putting people and friends together and even understanding my own fire/fire personality - I'm that "Wallflower". Thank you Sally for having the courage to write a wonderful book that is so simple and easy for the average person to understand. This a valuable tool and has become a handy book when I'm in the mood for decorating or when I'm wondering why my best friend is the way she is. I now have the confidence to say NO WAY when a certain thing doesn't quite suit me, or if I want to move an object in my home to another location even if its out the door, its moved. I've given this book to friends. It's been so much fun comparing notes and listening to how other people get along and relate with their friends and families. This is a must book for everyone and is definitely a positive conversation tool. It gives a new dimension for phone chat with your girlfriends! You have given me a wonderful gift and the freedom to create my world - Thank You!

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Common Sense and fun approach, April 4, 2000

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Susan (Charlottesville, Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Feng Shui - Back to Balance : An Entertaining, Lighthearted, Common Sense Approach (Paperback)

What a change. A lot of feng shui books get bogged down in rules and quick fixes. This book suggests multiple options and allows you, the reader, to mull over the ideas and find something that fits with yourself. I have to admit, if I didn't live in an apartment I'd probably be painting and having fun experimenting with a lot of the ideas in the book. Sally Fretwell's writing style is easy going and full of simple examples from real life. Of all the books that I've read in this area this brings nine star ki and feng shui together the most naturally. I think there is still more out there but this is a great introductory and practical book for anyone wanting the best start. Hopefully this book will be the beginning of further work.