Feng Shui is an ancient art that enables you to manage your home's energy flows, and ideally correct negative or problem energies. A common problem is negative energy in the home. The Orange Peel Blessing Ceremony cleanses and blesses both the residents and building, removes negative influences, and promotes fresh starts and new beginnings.
Set the mental stage. Hold your hands so that all of your fingertips touch. Repeat a short soothing mantra or prayer nine times to yourself. This calms the mind and body.
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Fill the bowl 3/4 full with water.
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Peel the oranges. Tear the peels into small pieces, then place them in the water. The orange pulp is not used to you can juice or eat it at your leisure.
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Carry the bowl to the front door, and holding the bowl with one hand, dip your fingers into the water.
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Flick your ring and middle fingers outwards from the palm to sprinkle the water around the entryway, at the same time saying the Six True Words (pronounced Om Ma Ni Pad Me Hum) or another mantra or prayer of your choice. Visualize all the negative energy and bad luck being removed, as well as the new blessings and positive energy filling your home.
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Walk through the entire house, dipping your hand in the orange water and sprinkling water everywhere, including floors, on walls, furniture, ceilings, and objects, as well as in closets, storage spaces and cupboards (don’t forget the garage and basement). Continue to repeat the Six True Words, or another mantra or prayer of your choice, and continue the positive visualization of your goals coming true.
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Place the freshly cut flowers in a central location of the home.
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Open all the doors and windows in your home, both inside and outside. If possible, leave them open for 24 hours, even if it’s only an inch.
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Change the flowers twice more, once every three days, and replace them entirely with new flowers. This means the first bouquet will be in place for three days, the second for three and so on, for a total of nine days. Replace any wilted flowers during the days in between, if needed. The final bouquet may remain after nine days, but should be disposed of at the first signs of wilting.
Tips & Warnings
Budget time to do this. Once you start, you don't want interruptions, phone calls, or kids bothering you. Focus on the task at hand, and make sure your family and friends know not to disturb you during the ceremony.
