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By Lily Sarmiento

Are you tired of being unlucky? Exhausted of getting into bad relationships? Still waiting for the right opportunity to go your way? Do you want changes in your life? Well then you might just get what you are looking for. So read on!

In order for one to have a healthier and happier life, some believe in the art and science of Feng Shui; wherein one must rearrange furniture which symbolically would mean something either good or bad in your life. The mastery of Feng Shui basically works on the objective of the person. It does not matter what god you worship or what you believe in. Feng Shui focuses on one’s intention and how that person wants changes in his or her life.

It is said that, for one to attain Chi, one must change the way you treat your home. A home is not simply a mere structure that you go home to from work and sleep at. It is more than just a place where you want to waste time entertaining people through social gatherings. It should serve as your own personal temple where you feel secured and safe. A home is where you should feel relaxed and at peace. It should function as a place for interaction wherein one can build a better relationship with another. Thus, a home should be one’s comfort zone whereas symbolically you place personal things or sentimental home d

Feng Shui: Some Useful Points

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By Keith Ward

Humans are a part of the environment and everything affects us; the directions, the elements and even the placement of objects have a lot of significance in our lives. If we understand the energies that surround us and how best to harmonize our homes and offices with them, there can be a marked difference in our lives.

Feng Shui is a science of living in harmony with the environment so that the energies do not get disrupted. Healthy exchange of energies is vital for our physical and mental well being.

The scientific research has revealed that everything is energy. The smallest of the elements and matter can be broken down quarks which are nothing but energy. Einstein’s equation also reveals that matter and energy are interconvertible. Hence the principles of Feng Shui are actually quiet scientific. Fen Shui believes that everything has energy which is known as “chi”. The uninterrupted or the disrupted flow of this energy creates all the harmony or the problems in our lives. Hence the placement of objects, furniture, windows and doors needs to be in harmony with the environment. This harmony then permeates into the life of the person and brings prosperity.

There are many principles of Feng Shui which are simple and easy to follow, so here are some tips:

1. The entrance door or the main door of the house should be devoid of any clutter and dirt. Dirty smells or dirt should be kept away from the entrance since chi travels with the air and can bring dirty smells which can cause problems.

2. Mirrors facing your bed or on the side are strictly prohibited in Feng Shui since this can lead to a third person meddling into your relationship and cause fights.

3. The fashionable bunk beds are not allowed in Feng Shui since chi needs to circulate around and under the bed. Hence, the person sleeping in the lower bunk bed may have problems associated with health.

4. Many people like to decorate their homes with ornamental knives and swords. This is alright but you need to take care that the tips of these weapons should point in the direction of the doors and windows and not inside the house.

5. Clutter can really create havoc in your life since it blocks chi. Hence you need to keep your office space or worktable clean and clear so that positive energy abounds.

These are some general tips to enhance your life with Feng Shui. These days there are many divorces and break ups taking place.

Here are some Feng Shui tips to enhance your relationship with Feng Shui:

1. If you are in a new relationship, then you need to let go of the past. Throw away everything which has a connection to a past relationship, old photographs and keep sakes need to go so that new ones can come in.

2. People often have computers and televisions in their bedroom. However, we need to remember that bedrooms are basically meant for tranquility, romance and relaxation. Hence, find a different place for these equipments as their energies are in conflict with the bedroom. Television and other equipments have a yang energy which interferes with your sleep and relaxation and also does not let you concentrate on your partner.

These tips will help you in understanding and enhancing your relationships to bring peace and prosperity in your life.

About the Author: Keith Ward is the Founder and Director of the Circle of Professional Clairvoyants, which offers Psychic Readings with fully qualified Psychics and Senior UK Clairvoyants.

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Facts on Feng Shui Everyone Should Know

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By Lynn Lee

There are some facts on Feng Shui that everyone should know. Feng Shui is the study of the positioning of objects so that harmony with the environment can be achieved. It is believed that everything contains some sort of energy.

Basically, there are 2 types of energy, one being the positive energy (Qi) and another one being the negative energy (Sha Qi). Therefore, the flow of Qi is one important aspect of Feng Shui.

Another essential aspect of Feng Shui is the balancing of the 5 key elements of fire, earth, metal, water and wood. Some of these elements go well with each other while some of these elements clash with each other. For that reason, it is important to know the nature of the elements to avoid clashes and to reap benefits from it.

The flow of Qi

Basically, the flow of Qi in an area is determined by geomagnetism, astronomy, space and weather. Common examples such as placing an object outside your door, having a dirty kitchen sink or even the colors of the objects around you can affect the Feng Shui.

Practitioners of Feng Shui believe that in order to strike a balance and harmony with the environment, the flow of Qi must be smooth in that area. If there is some sort of blockage of the flow of Qi, it represents a bad omen and it is recommended to clear this blockage of Qi as soon as possible.

If you encounter any problems with the flow of Qi, do not worry, as we will be sharing with you a few methods to improve the flow of Qi in an area. Water symbolizes wealth and prosperity. Having a waterfall crystal will help you to ventilate the flow of Qi in your area. It is also believed to bring you wealth.

Another way to improve the flow of Qi is to hang a bamboo wind chime near the window. If it happens that negative energy (Sha Qi) is flowing in from the window, the wind chime will help to deflect the Sha Qi away.

Now that we know how Qi works, let us now look at how the 5 elements work.

The 5 key elements

The 5 key elements consist of the earth, wind, water, wood and metal. Colors and shapes in the surrounding can also represent the 5 elements. Different colors are believed to emit different emotions while different shapes of object could affect the flow of Qi in an area in many different ways. Some of the elements clash with each other. Examples will be water clashing with fire and fire clashing with wood.

Knowing how these elements work, here are some tips for you to avoid the clashes of the elements. The kitchen is the place where clashes between elements will most likely occur. For example, your fire stove should not be facing the water basin or refrigerator directly as a clash between the fire and water elements will occur.

Also, do not put any machine near the door of the house. When the machine operates, it will cause the Qi around it to become hot. As it gets hotter, the Qi will escape away from the house much faster than desired, causing an irregular flow of Qi in the house.

The basic of the flow of Qi and the 5 key elements are the facts on Feng Shui everyone should know. Now that you’ve discovered these facts on Feng Shui, you can now avoid ignorant mistakes you made in the past and enjoy better luck from now on.

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What is a Feng Shui Bagua is Used For?

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By Lynn Lee

A Feng Shui Bagua is one of the essential tools for practitioners to determine the Feng Shui of a place. The Bagua is divided into 8 directions, similar to that of a compass. After the division is made, you can see that there are 9 areas on the Bagua map, in which each area represents a different aspect of life.

Knowing the fact that each of the 9 areas represents an aspect of your life, you can use the Bagua map to determine what went wrong in the Feng Shui of your home. As such, you can also make the necessary amendments to enhance the quality of your life.

Below is a list of the 9 areas of the Bagua map and how each area affects an aspect of your life.

Wealth and Prosperity

The area of hsun gua on the Bagua map represents wealth and prosperity. Pay special attention to your kitchen sink as it symbolizes the flow of your wealth. If you encounter any financial problems recently, you should do a clean up of your kitchen sink as a dirty kitchen sink might block the flow of your wealth. Call for a plumping service, as clogged water pipes will affect your wealth flow as well.

Fame and Reputation

Fame and reputation occupies the Li gua of the Bagua map. If you find that someone is gossiping about you or passing bad remarks about you, it is time for you to take some action.

You will need more “fire” energy to improve your relationship with others. One simple thing that you can do is to wear some accessories that are yellow in color. Yellow color emits cheerfulness and friendliness, which will help to improve your relationship with others.

Relationships

Relationships lie on the kun gua of the Bagua map. If you encounter any relationship problems, it is time for you to make some adjustment to your bedroom, especially your bed. Adding a bamboo wind chime to improve the flow of positive energy (Qi) should be good enough.

Families

The jen gua of the Bagua map represent families. To maintain harmony in the family, the living and dining room should be well decorated. It should be spacious enough for family gatherings. There should also be products such as crystals to enable a smooth flow of Qi in these gathering areas.

Health and Balance

The center of the bagua map represents health and balance. To maintain good health, there should be a smooth flow of Qi throughout your house. The flow of Ying and Yang energy should be well balanced to ensure good health.

Creativity or Children

Creativity or children lies on the Dui gua of the Bagua map. Brightening up your workspace with more Yang energy sources will inspire you with new ideas. If you want to have a child, you must first improve the flow of Qi in your bedroom. Having better lightings and putting a few crystal balls beside your bed should do the trick.

Self-understanding

Self-understanding is represented by the Ken gua. An object that affects this area of your life will be the window. The window affects your self-perception. Therefore, it is vital that you clean your window regularly because a dirty window might mean that you may not be able to see things clearly.

Career

The kan gua symbolizes your career. The front door and pathway of your house will affect your career. Most of the time, people will hang auspicious Feng Shui products on the door to ward off the negative energies (Sha Qi).

Helpful Friends

Helpful friends will lie on the area of chien gua. To become acquainted with more helpful friends, you should try to get rid of any Sha Qi that is circulating around you. This Sha Qi prevents you know knowing new people. You can wear a crystal accessory such as a crystal bracelet to get rid of the Sha Qi around you.

By understanding what a Feng Shui Bagua is used for, you can take action to prevent bad things from happening If encounter any problem in your life, you can use the Bagua map to figure what area of your person or your house you need to change to improve the situation.

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Feng Shui In Its Essence

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By Maggie Z. Mathews

Feng Shui in its essence centers on finding the ideal site, the ideal spot and shapes of your land, home, rooms and furnishings.

The ideal Feng Shui site is said to be where the descending heaven qi meets the ascending earth qi. There is no hard and fast rule about the perfect site but there are general conditions that you can look for. Generally halfway up a hill facing the sun is considered good feng shui because you will have a distant view. Further you will get cool summer breezes and warm winter ones.

The ideal Feng Shui spot for a house is called the xue (shu). It has an open space in front, the “bright hall” or ming sang, with four mythical animals or spirits surrounding it. The red bird is the distant front view, the black tortoise is the protective hill at the back; the azure dragon is to the left and the white tiger to the right. Ideally you should have a stream flowing across in front of the site because water is regarded as a source of food and a means of transportation. It is also believed that the heaven qi descends down the hill and is contained by the water.

You will find that the value of this protective armchair shape can be applied not only to the site of your home but to the feng shui of a particular room, where the chairs are placed so that the backs are protected and there is an open space in front of you, or to your garden, where you can plant protective trees at the back if there is not a hill. After all feeling safe and secure is a very large part of being happy.

Next in the basics of Feng Shui is the actual geographical shape of your block of land, your house, your rooms and even your furniture. These shapes play a most important part of the intrinsic Feng Shui of your home and indeed of your community and communities. Symmetrical shapes are considered ideal – an L-shape, for instance and example, poses problems as it is fundamentally considered incomplete and unbalanced. Simply said when you have irregular shapes, you need to look at how you can balance them.

The shape of your land will come into play. A rectangular block of land, wider on the northern and southern ends, is considered to have the very best Feng Shui values. There are a number of ways to balance your block of land. Firstly put a lamp or plant a tree in the opposite corner, if a corner juts unto your block of earth. Next plant a creeper or hedge around the offending corner to counter any negative energy ( sha qi) that this land might be generating. Lastly if the plot of land is triangular make sure to fill out the corners so that the qi does not get trapped inside.

It can be said that square or rectangular homes are thought to be the most beneficial because homes that are of an irregular shape leave rooms in a condition of “dangling” outside the flow of the vital qi.

If you do have an L-shaped house then you can fill out the missing corner by either – planting a tree or shrub, using a lamp or spotlight or building a conservatory or patio. If your abode is an apartment and you are not permitted by the property owners to install or upgrade the property try instead installing a light or handing winds chimes or a mirror to square the L shapes.

Lastly furnishings finish and enhance the completeness of Feng Shui. Symmetry is important when it comes to your home’s d

The Feng Shui Of Trees

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By Jadran Z. Transcona

Trees are important life source and vital members of outdoor community. Often called the “lungs of the Mother Earth” trees take the carbon dioxide, that we and the animals of the world and give us life saving oxygen. Trees also prevent groundwater runoff and soil erosion. It is obvious that trees are a crucial part of out Earth and treasured members of our landscape family.

Besides being beautiful, trees provide us with shade, beauty and a wonderful place to climb or swing from. Fruit and nut trees give us good things to eat, on less tangible level, trees also exert a powerful influence on the feng shui of our homes. For this reason, it is important to look at trees surrounding your home. What else do trees have to offer us? Let us look at the feng shui of trees.

First Trees give excellent support. Planted at the rear of a house trees provide important “mountain support” at the rear of a property. Ideally all home are situated on a lot with a rise at the rear of the property. If this rise is missing , or if the landscape is flat , or if there is nothing taller or larger than your house or building vital support can be missing, you may have to struggle in key areas of your life. This rear support is a critical element in feng shui. Planting a row of five trees across the back of your property can simulate this missing support.

Next it is a good idea to plant bamboo for the best luck of all. Bamboo is considered a tree although its habit is more like that of a hedge. At the back of a property, bamboo gives solid support. At the left or right side of the property, it gives considerable dragon energy, at the front of a property, bamboo gives very auspicious energy for wealth and opportunity. The front is considered the most auspicious planting location. So consider planting bamboo in front of your home.

Flowering plants bring reward and rewards. Orange trees are believed to bring wealth and are especially beneficial when planted in the south east corner of the garden. Lime trees are also helpful and bring wealth to stimulate love. Planted in the south pomegranates and apple can also bring recognition luck. Plant peaches in the west for excellent and lasting children’s luck and family happiness.

Plant trees to raise beneficial chi. If your home our business slopes down on the left side (as you look out of your house) is low there, trees can be planted to raise the chi. This puts the auspicious “dragon” more a more in control rather than the tiger (or right) side of the house. Be sure to have trees planted on both sides of the house to keep the household home harmonious. Trees on the left control the husband’s anger and trees on the right control the wife’s anger.

Trees both renew and protect “Mother Earth”. Your home and your family. Take the time to plan and think of the landscaping of your home and property. The luck you receive whether at work, in your family or on the golf course can well be worth any thought and planning involved. Feng Shui

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Feng Shui And The Environment

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By Juliana Abram

In our modern world, concern for the natural environment has been escalating on a global scale. Most people are now aware of the problems associated with the different type of wastes disposal, the greenhouse effect, depletion of the ozone layer, the dilemmas created for our wildlife due to the felling of our old forests and the dumping ground our oceans have become. It is becoming more widely accepted that should this assault on our environment continue then it will at the very least, compromise life as we know it and also undermine our attempts to improve conditions for the millions of other people ravaged by war, poverty, hunger and illness.

Whilst individuals and various cultures have varying attitudes toward the natural environment, more people are becoming aware of the importance of re-evaluating the way in which we view nature and in so doing, how we’re going to deal with it.

I was at a function recently and during one conversation I was stunned that the view espoused was that humanity was separate to nature. Also, that science can determine all aspects of nature having the ability, through scientific evaluation to predict and manipulate the environment with little or no consequential impact should science desire this to be the case.

Science generally encourages the belief that its current explanations of nature are the absolute truth. Western science is considered to describe physical reality with absolute precision – as a result, the ancient and traditional theories of other cultures such as Feng Shui, is ridiculed as being merely superstition. An authentic Feng Shui consultant encourages an attitude of respect and caution towards nature and would never make recommendations based on superstitious beliefs. As I’ve mentioned before – Feng Shui came about as the result of lengthy and committed study of nature by the Chinese.

Feng Shui has traditionally played the role of fine tuning the relationship between humanity and nature by allowing environmental modification only if it was considered to not disrupt natural balances and harmonies. Feng Shui encompasses the assessment of water courses to a given environment, soil stability and fertility, vegetation, aspect, animal life etc… It was a joy to work with a young couple recently that shared this view – wanting to build on 80 acres and showing due respect for the environment by taking extreme care with the placement of the home ensuring the most minimal change to the environment.

In Feng Shui, the environment is considered to be a highly intricate living whole and includes humanity. All parts of this whole are inherently connected and the balances between them are delicate to say the least, consequently harmony between all elements of nature must be protected. In Feng Shui the fundamental attitudes towards nature are respect and caution recognising that an interpretation/analysis of the natural forces at play within a given environment may change over time and in view of any new evidence. With all this in mind Feng Shui may be able to give us insight, possibly even solutions, to the environmental problems we are experiencing both at home and on a global scale.

About the Author: Juliana Abram is one of the leading Feng Shui consultants in Australia having been traditionally trained in Hong Kong by Chinese Feng Shui Master Raymond Lo. Juliana specialises in ‘Flying Star’ Feng Shui and the Four Pillars of destiny. Juliana runs her own Feng Shui consultancy ( see http://www.fengshuicentre.com.au ) and her own online Feng Shui store ( see http://www.fengshuishop.com.au ).

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Feng Shui & Symbology

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By Juliana Abram

Symbology is very special to my heart. In fact, one of the more precious gifts I received is from my husband. It is a piece of artwork depicting in white jade, the Chinese dragon and phoenix. This hangs proudly in my office and for me, represents what I try to achieve daily for myself and others – the balancing of yin and yang.

The Orient has always had a particular penchant for looking at objects and interpreting their hidden meaning. This is revealed by the prolific use of symbols and that these symbols are like a secondary language, rich in nuances that penetrate all communication.

Not all Westerners are aware that in Chinese, each written character represents an entire word which is in deep contrast to our alphabetical text – where a sequence of individual letters signifies a word. This means that more or less every word in the Chinese language is represented by a different symbol so it is not unrealistic to consider that whenever pen is put to paper or in carvings it can also have some mysterious, abstract or obscure meaning.

Symbols are generally categorised as either auspicious or inauspicious and can be viewed as conveying the unseen messages of good or bad luck. All Oriental artworks are viewed as symbols, and their characteristic themes – water, clouds, flowers, trees, animals, rocks even colours – portend not only themselves, but also something beyond themselves – there is meaning far beyond the visual experience. There is virtually nothing in all of nature or any artefact that is not seen as being imbued with particular significance.

I simply love the meaning of things!!! On my first journey to Singapore back in 1986 I purchased a silk painting and it’s always been dear to my heart and this painting still hangs in a special place within my home. I was told that this beautiful piece of art depicts the story of the Eight Fairies or as I first came to know them – the Eight Good People of the world. Now these Fairies or immortals are on a special journey travelling the world dispensing good fortune to everyone they meet and each one of these ‘good people’ has a special object that they always carry with them. These items still carry auspicious meanings as they have done over the ages and generally, they can be hung anywhere in the home. They have also come to play a symbolic part in Feng Shui.

There is much controversy as to exactly when the eight immortals came to be however most stories and artworks can be dated back to the Song, Yuan and Han dynasties. I have listed the items carried by the ‘eight immortals’ and I hope that you will be able to put at least one of them to good use for yourself in your own home or place of business.

The gourd:- This wonderful object can be placed around the knob of your bedroom door as it symbolises good health and longevity. It is one of the items carried by Li Tie-guai, one of the most recognisable of the eight immortals as he is lame. One of several legends has it that he would frequently leave his body to wander the land and heavens. On one particular day whilst his spirit was wandering around the mountains his body was found lifeless and he was subsequently pronounced dead. In keeping with the custom of the time he was cremated so, upon his souls return he could not find his own body and therefore he had no option but to take refuge in the first available body. This happened to be the body of a crippled beggar and so it was that Li Tie-guai continued his existence supporting himself on a crutch or staff and is therefore always depicted as a lame beggar. The gourd is said to contain the holy nectar of the Gods, therefore, it is a popular accessory of many Buddhist Deities. In art a gourd decorated with arabesques and roses signifies the wish that ‘spring may last for ten thousand generations’. In other words – this is a wish that your family lasts forever.

The Fan:- Fans first appeared in China during the 10th Century AD and these beautifully painted fans have been a specialty of the great Chinese artist ever since. One of the eight immortals, Zhong Li Quan, who is said to have lived during the Chou Dynasty around 112-249BC, is the chubby chief of the immortals and recognisable by the Fan which he uses to revive the dead. Many other Gods also use the fan to drive away evil and as a result, from a Feng Shui perspective it has been said that fans have the power to deflect negative ‘chi’ or energy that has been directed your way by a hostile source.

Lotus: As the symbol of purity modesty and love, the lotus enjoys a unique importance in Chinese folklore and it seems that this is largely due to the influence of Buddhism. The lotus comes out of the morass and yet is not itself tainted. It is inwardly empty, outwardly upright. It has no branches and smells sweet. There are two Chinese words for lotus: lian and he. Lian is to love, bind, connect uninterrupted as in marriage and also means modesty. A lotus bloom with a leaf and a bud means ‘complete union’ whilst a boy with a carp beside a lotus means abundance year in year out. He Xian-gu was the immortal carrying the lotus and was brought into the group by Lu Dong Bin after he rescued her from a demon by using his magic sword.

Castanets:- Cao Guo-jiu is the finest dressed of all the immortals. He is always depicted in court dress and is often seen holding an official sceptre or castanets. So, for those budding thespians ensure you have this deity around you to help you on your way.

Flute:- A patron saint of musicians, this happy immortal is always depicted carrying or playing the flute. It is said that Han Xiang-Zi could make flowers bloom at will and soothe wild animals with his music. He is said to be the great nephew of the statesman and philosopher Han Yu who lived AD 768 – 824. There are many types of Chinese flutes, however; the vertical flute which has only five holes in the upper part and one in the lower section with only one end open is played mainly by women. In Feng Shui a pair of flutes is often used to divert the negative flow of energy.

Sword:- A demon slaying sword is the attribute of Lu Dong-bin (born around AD 755) another of the eight immortals. There are many legends regarding swords and their magical properties. In fact, it is said that an ordinary sword can be turned into one that will repel demons by going through a special ritual and then reforged. In Feng Shui terms there is the sword of coins. Coins are usually associated with prosperity, however, they were also used as protective charms. So it came to be that a cluster of coins were strung with red cording in the shape of swords. These were then worn around the neck to ward off ‘sha chi’ directed your way by a hostile source.

Bamboo cane: Zhang Guo-lao is the immortal that is always shown carrying a long bamboo cane, the so called ‘Fish Drum’. Inside the cane are two rods fitted with hooks, and the whole piece can be used as a means of making various sounds and music. Legend has it that he flourished around the late 7th and early 8th centuries and is always accompanied by a donkey on whose back he would sit backwards and could cover a thousand miles a day.

Basket of flowers: Lan Cai-he is one of the eight immortals and is represented by a basket of fruit or flowers. A decorated basket of flowers represents riches and therefore the motif has been a popular one used during the New Year period.

There are many, many items in varying degrees of styles that can evoke a significant value for another person. So………. why not consider giving a gift for Christmas with substance, one that has an important meaning to someone you care about. Perhaps it will reflect the gift of wealth, good health and happiness or even………..love.

About the Author: Juliana Abram is one of the leading Feng Shui consultants in Australia having been traditionally trained in Hong Kong. Juliana runs her own Feng Shui consultancy ( see http://www.fengshuicentre.com.au ) and her own online Feng Shui store ( see http://www.fengshuishop.com.au ).

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A Brief History Of Feng Shui

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By Charles Chang

Feng Shui (pronounced as “fung schway”) literally translated means “wind and water.” It is an ancient Chinese art and science of placement and arranging objects and space within the environment so as to achieve harmony and balance. The object is promote and nurture the flow of good Chi (pronounced “chee”,) which is a Chinese word similar to “energy” in English.

Feng Shui is not simply a decorating style. In fact, it is a discipline with rules and guidelines that can be adapted to fit with many different decorating styles. Truly it is a belief system which combines many different religious, geographical, astrological, mathematical, and philosophical ideas, as well as aesthetic values.

The origins of the term Feng Shui have been said to come from the Jin Dynasty (265-420.) In the Burial Book written by Guo Pu, Chi rides the wind and stops at the boundary created by the water. Ancient Chinese believed in manipulating the Chi so that it was directed with purpose and not wasted. Since this art and science was based on the wind and water, the term Feng Shui was born.

Today, it is a widely held belief that all Feng Shui books were burned during the Qin dynasty (221 BC – 206 BC.) One of the most authoritative works on the subject was written by Huang Shi Gong and given to Zhang Liang during the latter part of the Qin dynasty. Later, in the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907,) Yang Yun Song and his disciples wrote several books on the subject. Those particular works are the most authoritative work used by all Feng Shui schools. Unfortunately, the books were very cryptic and used knowledge largely passed down through the oral tradition.

Feng Shui is also believed to be intuitive and derivable from our own common sense and our sense of what is natural in our environment. Eitel, a German Missionary in China in the latter half of the 19th century, wrote in his work, Feng-Shui, Or, The Rudiments Of Natural Science In China(1873), that the origin of Feng Shui is a belief system that is unique to the writings of Chu His and other writers from the Song dynasty (1126-1278.) Chu His is more well known for influencing Confucianism, and while his writings and commentaries may have become the foundation for Feng Shui, Feng Shui’s roots truly go back as far as original Chinese Philosophy.

By the mid 19th century, Feng Shui had become such a part of life that the Chinese government published all the materials necessary for use in the practice of Feng Shui. In fact, as English speaking settlers came to China in the mid 19th century, they had a difficult time adapting to the way of Feng Shui. Much like modern day contractors have to conform to building codes and other community rules and regulations, the English settlers had difficulties in construction and renovation because their design ideas did not conform to the Feng Shui principles, and were therefore rejected.

Further early introduction of Feng Shui to westerners did not go well either. When foreigners wanted to purchase land, and those foreigners were not welcome, they would be directed to land that did not lend itself to good Feng Shui. Early western writings on the subject of Feng Shui were equally as unkind. In 1885, one author wrote that “if any one wishes to see what a howling wilderness of erratic dogmatism the human mind can arrive, when speculation usurps the place of science, and theories are reverenced equally with facts, let him endeavour to fathom even the elementary principles of that abyss of insane vagaries, the science of Feng-Shui.”

Over the last few decades, many English books have been published on the topic of Feng Shui. They usually focus on interior design, decorating, architecture, or landscape design. Reception from English audiences has often been skeptical, particularly towards the use of crystals, wind chimes, fountains, and mirrored balls. Claims that Feng Shui can improve one’s life, finances, and relationships are dismissed by some as mythology and new age mysticism. Still, others in the west have adapted Feng Shui to their own lives and report overwhelming positive benefits.

About the Author: Charles Chang is a Feng Shui enthusiast and author. He enjoys helping others with feng shui tips through his articles and website. Visit http://www.feng-shui-pro.com for more information.

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Feng Shui For Love?

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By Charles Chang

Has your romantic life been on the blink lately? Perhaps you’ve recently had a relationship that’s gone sour. You may think it is you, or perhaps you blame it on your ex. But maybe it isn’t you, it’s those dried flowers you have prominently displayed in your hallway, or the full length mirror in your bedroom. Feng Shui has applications for the home, office, and yes, even your love life.

Feng Shui (pronounced fung schway) is, in simple terms, the ancient Chinese Art and Science of placing things in our immediate environment in such a way as to improve our health, balance, security, and prosperity. It has been a carefully guarded secret for most of the last 3000 years. Now, anyone can enjoy the benefits of Feng Shui in their own lives.

There are several systems which are used to determine how to arrange your home to enhance your love life. The one that applies the most for our purposes is the Pa Kua system. In Pa Kua, the southwest corner is the love and romance sector of the home.

The first thing you’ll need to do is break out your compass and determine which corner of your home is the southwest corner. If there is a bedroom there, that is great. If there is a bathroom there, not so good. That will keep your romantic interests flushing away as fast as they arrive.

Now look more closely at that southwest corner. Is it badly lit and full of clutter? That means your love-live will suffer the same fate. Think of the southwest corner of your home as a reflection of what you want your romantic life to be. By ridding it of clutter and adding the proper d