Introducing Pauline Doody, an accomplished Interior Designer and Certified Feng Shui Practitioner, who has dedicated over two decades to creating harmonious and balanced spaces for her clients. In this interview, Pauline shares her journey from discovering Feng Shui and falling in love with its principles to integrating Aromatherapy into her practice, all while empowering others through her engaging and educational workshops. MysticMag has the pleasure.
Who is Pauline Doody? What is your personal story and can you share a few details about your professional background?
I became interested in Feng Shui in 2000 when a friend of mine had recently read a book and thought I might be interested. I investigated it and fell in love with its history, the spiritual practice and its seamless integration into design. After graduating from the Boston School of Feng Shui in 2004 I created Interior Harmony. My passion for Feng Shui was and is fueled by being able to offer clients beautifully designed spaces and more importantly help establish harmony and balance in their lives.
What are the main principles Feng Shui is based on?
Black Sect Feng Shui aims to harmonize individuals with their environment. It is the study of energy (chi) and its interaction with the physical environment and is based on the principles of Yin & Yang and the Five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, and water). By harmonizing with the energies around us we can improve our well-being and overall quality of life.
You also offer Aromatherapy services. What can you tell me about that part of your work?
I became infatuated with the Art of Aromatherapy in 2019. I had always dabbled with essential oils but never really appreciated the depth and healing power that they provide. I decided to become certified in Aromatherapy and took my first course in 2020. I am currently enrolled in School for Aromatic Studies to continue my certifications. I offer customized blends for individuals depending on their needs. These blends can be body oils, bath salts, pure diffuser blends, roll-ons, etc. For example, a client may need help falling asleep so after having a deeper conversation with them I would create a blend to help promote relaxation.
What are your workshops like?
My workshops are interactive and fun! I provide A LOT of information, hands-on training, recipes, and take-home booklets. In my Feng Shui workshops, participants will learn how to apply the BAGUA on several floorplans. We practice as a group to make sure everyone has a solid understanding of how to apply the life map. In my Aromatherapy workshops, everyone blends their products to take home.
My goal is to empower others with the knowledge of Feng Shui & Essential Oils. Everyone is capable of creating harmony in their lives and if sharing the knowledge I have helps and inspires one person then I’ve done my job.
What is your favorite part of your profession?
My favorite part of my profession is when I see that “light” in my client’s eye with a sudden understanding; they‘ve felt the energy shift in their space because of a Feng Shui adjustment or when an essential oil blend has helped them with their pain etc. That is the reward for me. I know they will continue to heal their environment and/or themselves because they have experienced the change firsthand.
To learn more about Pauline and her work, you can visit interior-harmony.com
