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Book Reviews and Blurbs
Reviews from Harmonious Environment
Award Winner for Best New Non-Fiction USA National Books 2008
Grand Prize Winner of the 15th Annual Writer’s Digest International Book
Awards
“Drawing on her background in design, holistic healing, gardening, and
cooking, Norma Lehmeier Hartie has compiled an eco-friendly guide for
turning a home into a nurturing sanctuary that resonates with the positive
energies of the earth. Despite the tremendous amount of information that
the book contains, it is extremely readable and well organized.
Harmonious Environment would be a terrific starting point for a monthly
study group. Almost every chapter has plenty of information for intensive
discussion and will provide a solid platform for the presentation of
related books and sidelines.” Anna Jedrziewski, Spirit Connection New
York, N.Y., N.Y. for New Age Retailer
“Author Norma Hartie has put together this well-designed, highly
informative volume to introduce the world to her applied philosophy of
‘Harmonious Adjustments™,’ intended to do everything from clearing
negative energy in public spaces to populating your garden with the 50
best plants for controlling pollution.
One can also hop and skip through the book just to pick up interesting
recipes, scattered decorating tips, and useful references to healthy home
product suppliers. Clearly written, cleanly organized, and
enthusiastically presented, this is an unusual and eclectic addition to
anyone’s home improvement library.” Fearless Reviews
“We can all use more harmony in our lives, and this book delivers a
helpful assortment of what the author calls ‘Harmonious Adjustments,’
designed for achieving the harmony, peace, and beauty we all strive for.
From the most basic housecleaning tips to expert spiritual advice, Norma
Lehmeier Hartie brings together a perfect blend of the practical and the
magical to help us recapture the simplicity that modern society has stolen
away.” Independent Publisher Highlighted Title Winner
“From practical tips for eliminating clutter to replacing harmful products
with eco-friendly ones, a how-to guide for dowsing one's house, embracing
the spirituality of honoring mother earth, tips for flower arranging, and
much more. Tips, tricks, and techniques for promoting metaphysical harmony
abound in this compassionate guide, which also provides numerous
references to where assorted toxin-free and ‘green’ products can be
obtained. Recommended reading for anyone seeking to revitalize their
living space.” The Midwest Book Review
“It’s a handbook for those wanting to achieve a healthier, happier
lifestyle in harmony and balance with nature.
She’s the creator of the practice known as Harmonious Adjustments, which
combines the following: principles of Feng Shui (interpreting a particular
space), a central belief in various life energies (yin and yang), the four
elements (earth, fire, water, air) based on birth dates, color schemes,
and good design. Hartie, a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and the
Parsons School of Design, has also been a chef and floral designer, and
cites her twenty-plus years of research and life experiences.
‘Harmonious Adjustments’ provide principles to help individuals get
started on their creative journeys. As Hartie notes, the practice ‘is
based on the belief that if it feels and looks good, it is good.’”
Robin Farrell Edmunds. ForeWord Magazine
“Worried about what your family is being exposed to? Are you hoping to
increase your wealth or find love this year? Trying to decide on the best
color to paint your walls? If you answered ‘yes!’ to any of these
questions, then Harmonious Environment is a must read. The goal of this
book is to create positive energy both in your home and your life and to
be kinder to the earth.
The relationship between people and the Earth is an important part of
Harmonious Environment. To remind ourselves of this interconnection,
Hartie recommends bringing the natural world into your home. Some ways to
do this include displaying rocks and minerals and using houseplants as
pollution busters.
Hartie uses Harmonious Adjustments (TM) that combines ‘the best principles
of Feng Shui, the application of the Four Elements based on your birth
date, color, Vastu, energy work and good design.’ I've read a few Feng
Shui books in the past, but the author's clear instructions and enthusiasm
has given me the confidence to actually try this at home.
I liked how the author reminded me to use this book as a guideline but to
also trust my intuition. Do what looks and feels right for you. I also
liked how the Resource section listed all the suppliers, organizations and
further readings mentioned throughout the book.
Armchair Interviews says read Harmonious Environment and get ready to
change your life!” Yuka Mizushima, Armchair Interviews, Amazon Top 500
Reviewers
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