The path to Feng Shui

Zhen (Thunder): moving, decisive, exciting

Xun (Wind): penetrating, flexible, soft

Kan (Water): deep, intuitive, receptive

Gen (Mountain): still, stable, calm

Kun (Earth): fertile, supportive, nourishing

Trigrams also have their opposites, which create binary combinations:

Heaven and earth

Lake and thunder

Fire and wind

Water and mountain

Combination of elements and trigrams

In Feng Shui, each of the five elements is associated with two trigrams:

Wood: dui and zhen

Fire: li and kan

Earth: gen and kun

Metal: qian and xun

Water: kan and gen

These associations are used to create feng shui maps known as bagua, which divide space into eight sections, each corresponding to a specific element and trigram.

Understanding the relationships between the five elements and the eight trigrams is the foundation for creating harmonious and auspicious spaces using feng shui.

Chapter 3: Chi: The life force of your home

In feng shui, chi is the central energy. It is the life force that permeates all living things, including our homes. Chi is constantly moving and flowing, and its quality and flow in our living spaces has a profound impact on our well-being.

Signs of bad qi

Stagnant air

Dark, cluttered spaces

Wilting plants

Faulty appliances

Sharp corners and edges

Lack of natural light

Signs of good qi

Fresh, flowing air

Bright, spacious spaces

Healthy new, thriving plants

Well-functioning appliances

Smooth edges and curved lines

Abundant natural light

How to improve the flow of chi in your home

Ventilate regularly:

Open windows and doors to ventilate the room and allow fresh air to flow.

Remove clutter, dust, and stagnant energy by cleaning regularly.

Arrange furniture so that chi can flow freely:

Avoid blocking passageways and leave space for movement.

Use mirrors to reflect and enhance chi:

Strategically placed mirrors can create the illusion of space and direct chi along the desired path.

Add water to enliven chi:

The babbling water of fountains or aquariums can stimulate the movement of chi and create a favorable atmosphere.

Use plants to cleanse and revitalize chi:

Live plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, purifying and revitalizing the air.

Create a harmonious color scheme:

Different colors affect chi differently. Choose colors that are calming, energizing, or create the atmosphere you want.

Add crystals or other natural elements: