- Quickstart Feng Shui: Tips and Tricks

Feng Shui is more than just rearranging furniture or placing lucky charms; it's about harnessing the energies around you to enhance your life. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the practice, these tips and tricks will help you navigate the intricate world of Feng Shui with ease.

If you are a beginner and lack basic knowledge of Traditional Feng Shui, we recommend reading the following articles beforehand:

• Quickstart Feng Shui: Mastering the Basics in No Time!

 Includes The Eight Trigrams, Computing Personal Kua Number, and Personal Directions

• Quickstart Feng Shui: Building Analysis for Beginners - Part 1

 Includes The Eight Palaces of a Building (Determine the Facing Direction and Determine the Building Kua Number), and The Flying Stars (What are flying stars in Feng Shui? and Placement of Flying Stars)

• Quickstart Feng Shui: Building Analysis for Beginners - Part 2

 Includes What are the characteristics of Flying Stars?, What are the steps of Flying Stars Analysis?, Interpreting the Stars, and Mountain and Water Stars Combinations - Part 1

• Quickstart Feng Shui: Building Analysis for Beginners - Part 3

 Includes Mountain and Water Stars Combinations - Part 2 and Annual and Monthly Influences

Throughout this article, we will be using the names of the 8 trigrams, which you may already be familiar with. However, for your convenience, we will briefly remind you of them here.

Furthermore, for ease of understanding, we will now recall a few fundamental concepts.

Sha Qi refers to negative energy or harmful influences in Feng Shui. It can arise from various sources such as sharp corners, clutter, or unfavorable environmental features. Sha Qi can disrupt the flow of positive energy (Qi) in space and negatively impact the well-being, health, and fortune of the occupants. Feng Shui practices aim to identify and mitigate Sha Qi to create a harmonious and supportive environment.

Sheng Qi refers to "positive energy" or "beneficial energy." It represents auspicious, harmonious, and supportive forces that contribute to prosperity, health, and overall well-being in a space. Feng Shui practitioners seek to enhance Sheng Qi while minimizing or neutralizing negative energies to create a balanced and favorable environment.

In Feng Shui, Ming Tang refers to the open space or "bright hall" in front of a building or entrance where Qi (energy) gathers and circulates. It acts as a receptor for positive energy and facilitates its flow into the building, promoting harmony and vitality within the space. A well-designed Ming Tang is believed to attract beneficial energy, enhancing the overall well-being and fortune of the occupants.

In Feng Shui, the White Tiger, or Bai Hu, is one of the Four Celestial Animals, representing protection and support. It is associated with the West and symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience. The White Tiger is often invoked to guard against negative energies and provide defense against harmful influences. Its presence in a Feng Shui arrangement is believed to enhance protection and promote a sense of security in the environment.

The Red Phoenix, or Zhu Que, is one of the Four Celestial Animals and symbolizes opportunities, fame, and recognition. It represents the South and embodies qualities such as passion, creativity, and transformation. The Red Phoenix is often associated with success, prosperity, and auspicious outcomes. It is believed to bring positive energy, vitality, and growth to a space, promoting advancement and achievement.

In Feng Shui, the Black Tortoise, or Xuan Wu, is one of the Four Celestial Animals and it represents the north and symbolizes longevity, wisdom, and support. The Black Tortoise is often depicted as a turtle entwined with a snake and is believed to provide protection against negative energy, promote resilience, and enhance overall well-being in a space.

Direct Wealth is one of the 10 Gods in Ba Zi, calculated individually for each person based on their date of birth. Here, it refers to the direction on the Luo Pan compass represented by the polar element of your Direct Wealth God.

Liu Sha refers to the "Six Killings" or "Six Harms" sector or direction. It is considered a negative energy that brings various disturbances, conflicts, and obstacles. Feng Shui practitioners aim to mitigate or counteract Liu Sha's influences to promote harmony and well-being in a space.

In Ba Zi, Death & Emptiness (DE)refers to a period in a person's life when their luck or vitality is at its lowest point. It signifies a period of stagnation, obstacles, or challenges in various aspects of life, such as career, relationships, or health. it is calculated individually for each person based on their date of birth and it is represented by 2 of the twelve animals. Find your DE animals on Luo Pan to get the directions considered inauspicious or negative for various activities or purposes.

You can identify your Direct Wealth and Death & Emptiness on your Profile page of Ba Zi Advisor.

Unlocking the Secrets of Feng Shui: Your Quickstart Guide to Success

One of the core tenets of Traditional Feng Shui emphasizes the prioritization of external factors over internal ones, underscoring that Forms take precedence over Formulas.

Forms encompass the external aspects of a structure, including natural and man-made elements such as buildings, trees, roads, bodies of water, and terrain features. Before any Formulas are applied, careful consideration of these external forms, known as Luan Tou, is essential. This involves a thorough analysis of their shapes and influences.

Formulas, or Li Qi, constitute the methodologies employed in Feng Shui practice, namely the Eight Palaces method or the Flying Stars method. These approaches require intricate calculations and profound analysis to detect potential issues and devise appropriate solutions.

The principle dictates that Luan Tou must precede Li Qi, meaning that one should always assess the external environment before delving into interior analysis. Moreover, the primary objective during this process is to mitigate any negative energies or Sha Qi, that could adversely affect the structure.

In the following section, there are a series of Tips and Tricks that will particularly assist you in conducting Forms Analysis accurately and applying some remedies before implementing Formulas.

Tips & Tricks

• Missing North, Northeast, and Southeast simultaneously? It's considered unwise, leading to undesirable outcomes.
• A home lacking a central sector is advantageous; however, ensure there are two exits for optimal energy flow.
• Problems in the Northwest may affect women's digestive health, especially when consuming spicy foods.
• An afflicted West sector could hinder one's ability to engage in commerce effectively.
• A compromised West (Dui) may indicate extramarital affairs, particularly if facing an intersection.
• The absence of a family member's sector can render that individual more susceptible to adverse influences.
• Even if the corresponding individual doesn't reside in the house, the weakening or absence of a specific sector can still impact those who occupy that space.
• Water behind the house may lead to health issues and financial challenges.
• An afflicted Southeast could result in maternal struggles, especially if a woman has a son marrying an older woman.
• The absence of a water sector for someone involved in water-related professions can be detrimental, particularly if both the Northwest and Northeast sectors are weakened.
• A weak Gui (癸) element could lead to poor decision-making in relationships with women.
• Every door in the house serves as an entry point for Qi. If one is unfavorably positioned, it could disrupt the flow of positive energy.
• A lack of Earth an element may disrupt the balance, causing health issues such as cancer, infections, or thyroid problems.
• A shortage of the element Fire may lead to uncontrolled Metal growth, weakening the element Earth and causing wood to decay.
• Insufficient Water element affects Fire the most, resulting in uncontrolled Fire growth, weakened Wood, and underproductive Metal.
• The lack of Ming Tang leads to obstacles and short-lived outcomes.
• An aggressive spouse could trigger the White Tiger.
• Avoid placing the stove in the Direct Wealth direction.
• An empty space between trigrams with the door on Direct Wealth could lead to Qi confusion.
• Doors on Direct Wealth may cause sadness, visible signs of aging, and wrinkles around the mouth.
• The Red Phoenix should cover half of the building's mass and be centered within it for optimal effectiveness.
• An excessively tall Red Phoenix may inhibit communication and productivity.
• A larger Black Tortoise is ideal for protection.
• If the Black Tortoise is not adequately sized, it may affect wealth accumulation, leading to financial difficulties for future generations.
• A hospital embodies yang energy.
• Ling Ling, the guardian fairy, influences childbearing when situated in a specific direction.
• Bedrooms should ideally have some support; if storage space is present, it should remain empty.
• Cemeteries serve as Black Tortoise but should be distanced from the house or separated by water or a busy road if closer.
• Buying a house without a Black Tortoise may result in financial instability for future generations.
• A house situated in a valley may absorb Qi into the Earth's core.
• The Green Dragon must be present for an office, and Sha Qi should be avoided.
• Temporary spaces benefit from the presence of a Black Tortoise.
• Lack of a Black Tortoise may lead to poverty, even in a sector associated with wealth.
• In multi-story houses, Feng Shui on the ground floor is paramount, with bedrooms on higher floors taking precedence.
• Areas with accelerated Qi may lead to confusion, migraines, excessive sweating, and frequent illnesses.
• The main door symbolizes wealth.
• Bedrooms influence relationships.
• Kitchens impact health, with the stove symbolizing prosperity.
• Water governs wealth, while mountains represent people.
• Plastic correlates with the Fire element and is derived from petroleum, which burns.
• Star 5, Jue Ming, poses a significant risk of death and should be avoided.
• A door on Liu Sha may lead to legal losses, exploitation by partners, or unsuccessful surgeries.
• Lawyers with a door on Liu Sha may not be competent.
• A door on Wu Gui signifies challenges across various aspects of life and may lead to conflicts within the household.
• Sheng Qi on a corner renders the space unusable for office purposes.
• Doors on Sheng Qi allow positive Qi to enter.
• Toilets facing the main entrance waste Qi.
• Mirrors facing the main entrance may influence mental states, affecting individuals' moods.
• Beds positioned against windows may lead to health issues, such as cancer, tumors, epilepsy, or strokes.
• Beams pose significant risks.
• Beds shouldn't reflect in mirrors excessively, as it may lead to serious health issues.
• Avoid sleeping with feet pointing towards the bedroom's entrance to maintain robust health.
• Rooms with an inclined floor may induce feelings of sadness, claustrophobia, or despair.
• Underground bedrooms may trigger panic attacks or anxiety.
• Bunk beds may stunt children's growth, cause bone or joint problems, and lead to fertility issues in women.
• Fire and water should not be combined, nor should they be placed adjacent to each other.
• Water adjacent to fire may lead to feelings of loneliness or sadness.
• Avoid placing the stove in the central area of the kitchen.
• The kitchen serves as the alchemy of the house, where fire and water elements interact.
• Ensure that the birth year does not clash with the direction of the main entrance.
• Children placed in a Sheng Qi direction may lack the motivation to learn.
• Engaging in intimate activities in the Sheng Qi sector may lead to rushed encounters.
• On a good day, you can activate the Wu Gui star until a bad day comes – rumors spread, making you known.
• You may know the rules, but masters know the exceptions to the rules.
• Ensure your Kua number is present and not exposed to Sha Qi in your home – its absence makes you feel unsettled.
• If your partner's corresponding Kua sector is missing from your home, search for a house where their Kua is present – there might be deception.
• At work, if your Kua number is absent, you feel compelled to leave (you're not there).
• Ideally, in the area where your Kua number is, there should be an entrance door, bedroom, and kitchen.
• If your Kua number is in the bathroom, storage room, or kitchen, it's wasted Qi, hindering your potential.
• Until 2013, the wealth star 8 was most at home – the era of 8.
• If you have Kua 8, it's also present in your home.
• Kua 6 signifies the most fickle men; like a "mute cuckoo," they shy away from long-term relationships; the same applies to women; destiny plays a 33% role.
• Avoid doing business with individuals whose Kua is absent from your home (not in your space...); likewise, at a company, if a person's Kua is missing.
• A missing sector in your home makes it challenging to understand individuals with that Kua (not in your space, you're not connected to that person) – "threads of destiny don't connect."
• You have the best rapport with the connective Kua = 10 - your Kua number, and it exists in your home; you can have great relationships of any kind.
• The 10th star (God) oversees everything, promoting balance and well-being; everything originates from there: space, time, people, destiny, etc.
• Without a connective Kua, there are no good relationships; you lack a romantic relationship.
• Water formations in areas where water should be avoided – confused with wealth – during the rainy season, financial gains are limited.
• In a restaurant, the kitchen is placed in the favorable sector, while at home, it's positioned in the unfavorable sector.
• If your house or entrance door faces Death & Emptiness, nothing works – relocate the house or tilt the door; add 10 cm of wall to the house and incline it. (tilt the door, tilt the house)
• Wealth activates on the ground floor in a two-story house.
• If your bedroom has 8+ (facing), you can place your desk there.
• If you want to harm your spouse, place the medicine box in the 2 sitting.
• Activate the peach blossom for collaborations – activate luck and nobility.
• Place the vase on a well-calculated day at a well-chosen hour.
• If you have the Shen in your chart, you have a spot on your right eye on the right.