Getting Back to the Basics Feng Shui teaches you, along with other spiritual practices that revisiting the basics is a great way to progress in the long run.  Sometimes we become so caught up in life that we forget about the fundamentals which bring us happiness. I had this conversation with a friend the other day and we both agreed, It seems people really don't interact with each other as they used too, especially our younger generations (the tech age). It's rare to hold a conversation over the phone, these days it's either text or email. It's as if the art of conversation is slowly phasing out. I have made an agreement with myself that I will attempt to call family, friends and clients more often then have a virtual conversation. I think one of the many reasons I love what I do is bec... 01/30/2014

Looking for a Quality Radio Show?- Try listening to Steve Harvey These days it's hard to find quality TV and Radio Shows.  I am not an avid TV watcher for I'm always on the move and when I do have time to sit and relax, PBS is usually my go to station.  Yet, when I'm in the car driving to a Feng Shui Consultation I find myself zoned into the Steve Harvey Morning Show. I find his show unique and authentic because he speaks the truth on various life topics and offers great advice ranging from parenting, relationships, mentoring and much more. Not to mention his talk show crew and him are hilarious, so it's a great way to start your day of with tons of laughs. If you are in search for a quality Radio show I strongly recommend listening to Steve Harvey (Turn on: 107.5 FM New York City). As ... 01/30/2014

The 2014 Chinese New Year is just around the Corner-are you ready? "Year of the Wooden Horse" If you have not started the prep work, there is still a little time left... 1. Give your home a "Deep Cleaning or cleansing" Dust away the cobwebs from your home and office spaces...and dust off your mind.  Positive thinking never hurt anyone.  Turn something around in your mind until you can find the POSITIVE-and keep it there.  Like attracts Like.  We get back what we send out.  Send out the best. Extra tip: When cleaning be sure to start your cleaning from the front of your home to the back.  Sweep away negativity gathered from last year.  If you sweep from back to front, you risk sweeping away good fortune. Attention to detail goes a long way. Look inside your refrigerator, get RID of old f... 01/30/2014

Could Furniture take on Life Force Energy? The Metaphysical world will perceive furniture or other items as having life force while the "common eye" will view them as inanimate objects.  A base Feng Shui principle that many know is doing a house blessing before moving into a new home. Why? The blessing will help clear out negative energy, also known as predecessor energy left behind from the previous occupants. If an entire house and the land of that home has life force, why not objects or even furniture? I have even had this conversation about mirrors with clients, which is a whole other topic in it's own respect...to be continued. 01/30/2014

Now offering Feng Shui Consultation Note Recordings I'm always keeping an ear and eye out with how to better accommodate my clients every step of the way to success and now I offer Feng Shui Note recordings.  Clients will have a wealth of support; working on site, Feng Shui Note recordings and a customized written summary that provides step by step guidance.  I still strongly recommend my clients have a note pad and pen handy to take note of any information that truly captures their attention in the moment.   I look foward to working with you -Laura Cerrano 01/30/2014

We have heard of Serial dating-what about Serial Feng Shui clients? The Serial Feng Shui client-One who engages in the process of systematically hiring various Feng Shui consultants in a short span of time. This may seem like a silly topic yet it does happen. I remember working with a client back in 2003; they mentioned after we completed thier on-site Feng Shui session that they have previously worked with another consultant only 5 months ago. I was taken back and asked, why did you feel you had to hire another consultant so quickly? Their response, we didn't see any changes happening so we thought if we called in another it would change the energy. I responded, Feng Shui is not a process that is a fast fix, it needs time to work and you need to take action by at least trying the sugge... 01/26/2014

 You say You're ready for a Change?-Let's Go... How do you know if you are truly ready for a change? Here is a simple check list below: 1. Your mind keeps repetitively telling you to change  that could be a current habit such as, maybe you are drinking too much or not eating the right combination of foods. Or maybe you have a new idea that just keeps dropping in and you are yet to act on it. 2. True Friends and family members chime in and encourage change when needed those who are closest to you tend to know you better then you know yourself.  Sometimes it's better to have someone closet to you who is blunt get the message across clearly.  I have had this happen to me and I'm glad for it helps to keep me on track.  It may sting at first but it saves you from unnecessary pain in the long... 01/20/2014

3 Simple Steps to Feng Shui Here are 3 simple ways in how to introduce yourself to the principle of Feng Shui.  Please do not fear implemenign "right" or "wrong" Feng Shui, it's simply becoming an alchemist and experimenting.  Make changes at your own pace with an honest exchange of energy and by doing so, you learn which method and combination of metaphysics works best for you. 1. Have a clear or at least a general intention to blend with the physical placement of elemental and colors in your home. 2. Have at least one of each element in your home to start the process of transformation from the physical layout of your space (water, wood, fire, earth, metal). 3. Have at least one of the colors associated with each life area in your home placed in the suggested area according to the west... 01/19/2014

What Defines Mastery? What does it take to become a master? Or maybe even, when are you given the "title" of Master? And if you have been honored with that acknowledgment during this lifetime, what keeps you grounded to uphold that responsibility. It makes me think about the greatest artists that have influenced cultures around the world, especially during the Renaissance period such as with Leonardo Da Vinci who was way a head of his time.  He was painter, sculptor, architect, musician, mathematician, engineer, inventor, anatomist, geologist, cartographer, botanist, and writer. He used subject matter that made him thrive in life and focused all his energy to exploring and expanding his knowledge in those areas.  Even today many, including myself will view his work with aw.   Him being ... 01/16/2014

"The Ascendance of Man"-By Pierre Richard Dubois Meet Pierre Richard Dubois-the author of A Primer for Ascension, Lessons Learned on the Path of Enlightenment. He is an ascension teacher, healer, and spiritual life coach based in New York City. He teaches weekly ascension classes in New York City and frequently offers lectures and workshops throughout the USA. He can be reached at http://iammonad.com He recelntly published a facinationg article in Wisdom Magazine, one of the Top and most repected metaphcyial resources. "Ascension is a fancy word to describe a process by which man arises to a level of mastery at which he no longer needs to exist in the corporeal body, if he so chooses. One could also use terms like enlightenment, illumination, and self-realization as equivalents. What we... 01/10/2014

Feng Shui Gift Certificates Home and Business Feng Shui Consultations Looking for a unique gift to give your family member, friend or even co-worker?  A Full Feng Shui Consultation or Assessment is a great option. Giving someone the opportunity to re-focus their energy and create a deep and profound connection with their surroundings can help inspire them to shift their life in a more positive direction and learn techniques on how to maintain that motivation.  2014 has just begun and the Chinese New Year is right around the corner, starting January 31st, 2014. This is a great time to gift another or even yourself with a Full Feng Shui Consultation or Assessment. 01/10/2014

Can Feng Shui Help with Casting Spells? Recently I have been receiving requests for Feng Shui and spell setting. Feng Shui is a metaphysical science yet it's use of intention is not to set "spells," it's to help cleanse the energy so what ever is in your best in highest interest to manifest will have clearer path to do so.  Casting spells is a means of trying to control any given situation from an energy perspective.  In other words, that person maybe trying to push their agenda onto others, themselves or maybe even trying to conceal the truth. Anyone who practices Feng Shui or understands the components of what a blessing is meant to do will know no matter what, the truth will always come to the surface and it will do so at a faster pace. so to sum it up, Feng Shui will NOT HELP with S... 01/08/2014

Original Feng Shui Inspried Artwork by Laura Cerrano My inspiration pulls from the metaphysical teachings of Feng Shui along with the evolving cosmos, deep oceans and Gaia.  Over the past few years, the human race has become more aware and observant to the constant transforming and translucent planet we live on.  As our Earth changes, it's believed contentiously and sub-continuously changing with her mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Expressing this through a New Aged Realistic-Surrealist style from a micro cellular perspective I strive to record this experience. To view artwork Click: Feng Shui Artwork 01/02/2014

Speak Mindfully When Sharing New Ideas I had a conversation with a client about the "Mystical Dragon" associated with thier culture's belief system which has been around for over 5-6,000 years. According to thier culture, dragons have been revered as guardians and protectors. In fact we are ending the Year of the Water Dragon according to the Chinese culture.  Yet, just as with any mystical creature or even human being, you will have those who are balanced and unbalanced at times.  The ancient cultures (and even still today) would use animals and elements to help teach humans to be mindful when ego was not in check and when to make adjustments to help get back to center with our body, mind and spirit. What disturbed me about our conversation was not the talk of dragons, it was thier cas... 12/30/2013

Feng Shui NYC Seminars-workshops and Lectures I am a leading  expert and keynote speaker on the topic of Feng Shui. For over 13 years I have been providing one to one Feng Shui sessions along with Feng Shui lectures and workshops for public libraries, colleges, museums, art galleries, small businesses, large corporations and by request private parties.   Each lecture and workshop is customized to meet your specific Feng Shui interests.  You will receive a wealth of information that is easy to absorb allowing instant and practical use of all tips shared that same day. Corporation and small business owners, including Feng Shui into your companies health and wellness programs is a unique gift for your employees and self. I can accommodate your request with a traditional lecture or lunch-i... 12/30/2013

Dorchester Towers Condo Alcove Studio #507 JUST RENTED JUST RENTED - 155 West 68th Street Alcove Studio  Dorchester Towers Specialists, we did it again! We RENTED ANOTHER STUDIO in 155 West 68th Street. This Western Facing Alcove Studio has a wall of windows bringing in excellent sunlight. The sleeping alcove is perfectly situated and the apartment lays out very well. Rare in an alcove studio, this apartment has Four Closets, One being a "Real" Walk-In Closet.Dorchester Towers has just completed a full Lobby Renovation that is beautiful with the addition of a Fitness Room to the building amenity package. Additional Amenities include Laundry on Every Floor, Roof Deck, Full Time doorman and concierge, management on site, live in super and management offices and Circular Driveway.   THIS I... 12/24/2013

How to Prepare your Home for the 2014 Chinese New Year "Year of the Wooden Horse" 1. Give your home a "Deep Cleaning or cleansing" Dust away the cobwebs from your home and office spaces...and dust off your mind.  Positive thinking never hurt anyone.  Turn something around in your mind until you can find the POSITIVE-and keep it there.  Like attracts Like.  We get back what we send out.  Send out the best. Extra tip: When cleaning be sure to start your cleaning from the front of your home to the back.  Sweep away negativity gathered from last year.  If you sweep from back to front, you risk sweeping away good fortune. Attention to detail goes a long way. Look inside your refrigerator, get RID of old food and restock to start your New Year with Abundance.  BUY SOME COLORFUL FRESH FRUIT as... 12/24/2013

What Does the 2014 Chinese New Year of the Wooden Horse Represent? I have done much research for the upcoming 2014 Chinese New Year and to be honest majority of the information out there seems to have a fear based undertone. To keep things simple and level headed, know we all have our cycles, it's that natural rhythm to life.  January 31st, 2014 to February 2nd, 2015 will be the year of the Wooden Horse which is symbolic of new beginnings. The dominating element is Fire, which could represent a lot of stirred up energy in a positive way and for some could create the occasional "hick-ups." Yet, the simple suggestions below can help offer ways to prepare in general. Once the New Year arrives many will literally "hit the ground running," so get ready.  The Year of the Water Snake was about... 12/23/2013

Where are the best locations in my home to place the element of water? Looking to the Ba-gua Map (also known as the life station map) there are key areas in your home that are suggested to place the element of water. Commonly it's suggested to place a water fountain or items the represent that the element of water; such as with objects-artwork, near your front door or within the Wealth section of your home.  Other key locations could be in the children area, family, knowledge or Helpful people sections. Areas suggested to re-frame from placing a dominate presentation of the water element is in the area of Fame and Partnership. Fame is fire energy which opposes Water energy. Too much water in the Partnership area are associated with excess emotions according to the Feng Shui principles. ... 12/23/2013

Feng Shui New York Seminars-workshops and Lectures I am a leading  expert and keynote speaker on the topic of Feng Shui. For over 13 years I have been providing one to one Feng Shui sessions along with Feng Shui lectures and workshops for public libraries, colleges, museums, art galleries, small businesses, large corporations and by request private parties.   Each lecture and workshop is customized to meet your specific Feng Shui interests.  You will receive a wealth of information that is easy to absorb allowing instant and practical use of all tips shared that same day. Corporation and small business owners, including Feng Shui into your companies health and wellness programs is a unique gift for your employees and self. I can accommodate your request with a traditional lecture or lu... 12/23/2013