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  Method and card scheme for practicing feng shuiUSPTO Application #: 20060087078Title: Method and card scheme for practicing feng shui Abstract: A method for practicing Feng Shui wherein the method comprises at least the following steps: providing a deck of at least nine distinct cards defined as energy cards, wherein each of the energy cards has listed on a face one or more written intentions; selecting a room in a house; mapping the selected room into nine guas; designating or assigning each of the nine energy cards to each of the nine guas; selecting one of the nine guas so as to define a main gua; placing one or more of a bell, a portion of salt, and a candle within the main gua; performing a ritual selected from clapping and bell ringing at the main gua; and reading from the designated or assigned energy card associated with the main gua one or more of the one or more written intentions. (end of abstract) Agent: Thomas Loop - Seattle, WA, US Inventor: Kate Austin USPTO Applicaton #: 20060087078 - Class: 273292000 (USPTO) Related Patent Categories: Amusement Devices: Games, Card Or Tile Games, Cards Or Tiles Therefor The Patent Description & Claims data below is from USPTO Patent Application 20060087078. Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims
FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] The present invention relates generally to Feng Shui and, more specifically, to a method and kit for practicing Feng Shui in a selected room of a house. The inventive kit includes a bell, a candle, a packet of sea salt, and a set of two-sided cards (e.g., energy cards, enhancement cards, bagua cards, and a ritual card). The inventive method involves the manipulation of the cards, the bell, the candle, and the packet of sea salt in a selected room of a house. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] One of the complaints Feng Shui practitioners hear on a regular basis is that individuals lack enough time to do what they need to do. In actuality, energy is the component that is lacking, and this is an example of how the energy in an individual's life is managing them, rather than the individual managing the energy. Accordingly, there is still a need in the art for new ways to practice Feng Shui. The present invention fulfills these needs and provides for further related advantages. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING [0003] FIG. 1A is a picture of the front view of the energy cards in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0004] FIG. 1B is a picture of the rear view of the energy cards in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0005] FIG. 2A is a picture of the front view of the enhancement cards in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0006] FIG. 2B is a picture of the rear view of the enhancement cards in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0007] FIG. 3A is a picture of the front view of the bagua cards in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0008] FIG. 3B is a picture of the rear view of the bagua cards in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0009] FIG. 4A is a picture of the front view of the ritual card in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0010] FIG. 4B is a picture of the rear view of the ritual card in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. [0011] FIG. 5 is a picture of the kit, which includes a bell, a candle, a packet of sea salt, and a set of two-sided cards (and optionally an instructional booklet), all of which may be conveniently packaged into a box, in accordance with an embodiment of the invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [0012] The invention and kit disclosed herein and can be described as an energy toolbox. The information and tasks for practicing the present invention have been divided into three steps, and each step generally takes between about 60 to 90 minutes to complete. The one task that varies by individual is how long it will take to clean and clear one room of their home of clutter. The other planning piece is the ritual or method, which preferably needs to occur between the full moon and the new moon. In addition, the individual practicing the present invention will need to obtain a bell, a candle, and a packet of sea salt. The individual will also need to obtain a set of two-sided cards such as, for example, the nine energy cards (and associated identifier card), the nine enhancement cards (and associated identifier card), the three bagua cards, and single ritual card shown in FIGS. 1A-B, 2A-B, 3A-B, and 4A-B, respectively. The energy cards are very powerful as they use principles from the ancient teachings of Feng Shui and astrology. On one side are images of traditional Feng Shui cures and the reverse side is a list of carefully worded intents. In practicing the present invention, you will choose the intent that will add the most benefits to your life at this time. The purpose of the enhancement cards is twofold: first, as a back up for the energy cards, and secondly, on the reverse side is provided helpful information for each gua. [0013] In view of the foregoing, the inventive kit includes a bell, a candle, a packet of sea salt, and a set of two-sided cards (and optionally an instructional booklet that closely mirrors this detailed description), all of which may be conveniently packaged into a box as shown in FIG. 5. A suitable and preferred kit in accordance with the present invention is commercially available from the inventor, Kate Austin--a certified Feng Shui practitioner, through her website at www.invisiblefengshui.com. The preferred kit is presently sold and marketed as "Invisible Feng Shui.TM. An Energy Management System" (Seattle, Wash.). [0014] For ease of comprehension, the individual is referred to as "You," "individual" or "user" throughout this detailed description. [0015] STEP ONE: TRANSFERRING ENERGY. Plan a quiet hour to sit and read this disclosure (a.k.a. instructional booklet) in its entirety. Try to do so when you will have few interruptions. You will be handling the cards, so please be sure and wash your hands before touching them, and you should be the only one to handle them. What you are doing is transferring your energy into the cards. Try to keep an open mind as you read all of the information. If negativity creeps in, simply say, "Cancel that." [0016] STEP TWO: PREP TIME. Once the room has been cleaned and cleared of clutter, you will need to map it out and measure. You also will be identifying anchors and prepare the main anchor for the ritual. This step should only take an hour. [0017] STEP THREE: THE RITUAL. The last step is the ritual, this will take approximately 30 minutes. The candle needs to burn for an hour. During this time you will write in a journal, being very specific about the changes you wish to see in your life. All totaled, this step will take approximately 90 minutes. [0018] As noted above, the present invention is best described as an energy toolbox. It is based upon the ancient Chinese study of the natural environment commonly referred to as Feng Shui, and includes space clearing, astrology, and energy medicine. A common theme in astrology, Feng Shui, the ancient art of space clearing, and energy medicine is the concept of energy. [0019] Feng Shui literally means wind and water. It is an ancient Chinese study of the natural environment. Feng Shui can determine the best or most favorable location for anyone and assist that person to avoid their worst or least desirable location in any environment. Feng Shui makes the determination based on the year the individual is born, the environment surrounding them, and through the movements of the solar system. [0020] Throughout ancient China, classical Feng Shui was a closely-guarded discipline used as a tool to ensure the good health, wealth, and power of the imperial dynasties. The keepers of this secret knowledge were the Feng Shui masters, the highly respected scientists and astronomers who were charged with sustaining the good fortune and prosperity of the royal court. These masters of Chinese geomancy were very selective of their protegees and extremely wary of sharing their Feng Shui knowledge with outsiders. As a result, few who claimed to be Feng Shui masters even knew the basic theories, which meant even fewer could practice with proficiency. Continue reading... Full patent description for Method and card scheme for practicing feng shui Brief Patent Description - Full Patent Description - Patent Application Claims Click on the above for other options relating to this Method and card scheme for practicing feng shui patent application. ###  How KEYWORD MONITOR works... a FREE service from FreshPatents1. Sign up (takes 30 seconds). 2. Fill in the keywords to be monitored. 3. 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