Feng Shui (literally "Wind-Water") is a system of laws considered to govern spatial arrangement and orientation in relation to the flow of energy (Qi). It aims to harmonize individuals with their surrounding environment.
I. The Concept of Qi
Qi is the life-force energy that flows through all things.
Sheng Qi: "Breath of the Contented," the positive, flowing energy that brings health and vitality.
Sha Qi: "Killing Energy," stagnant or sharp energy caused by clutter, "poison arrows" (sharp corners), or poor alignment.
II. The Five Elements (Wu Xing)
To achieve balance, a space must harmonize the five core elements. They interact in a "Creative Cycle" (where one feeds the next) or a "Destructive Cycle" (where one controls the next).
Element,Representative Colors,Attribute
Wood,"Green, Teal","Growth, Vitality"
Fire,"Red, Orange","Passion, Visibility"
Earth,"Yellow, Brown","Stability, Grounding"
Metal,"White, Silver","Logic, Clarity"
Water,"Blue, Black","Wisdom, Flow"
III. The Bagua Map
The Bagua is an energy map overlaid onto a floor plan to determine which areas of a home or office correspond to specific life circumstances.
Top Left: Wealth & Prosperity
Center: Health (The Tao)
Bottom Right: Helpful People & Travel
Top Center: Fame & Reputation
IV. The "Command Position"
A primary principle in spatial arrangement. Important furniture (bed, desk, stove) should be placed so that you can see the door without being directly in line with it. This symbolizes being in control of one's life and seeing opportunities as they arrive.
A technical overview of the ancient Chinese practice of Feng Shui, detailing the Bagua Map, the Five Elements (Wu Xing), and the movement of Qi (energy) within a physical space to promote prosperity and balance.
Researcher Note:
Feng Shui should be applied with "Intention" (Yi). The physical changes to a room act as a psychological anchor for the inhabitant's goals. Cross-reference with Buddhism Basics regarding the concept of interconnectedness and Harmony Vol III.
Feng Shui should be applied with "Intention" (Yi). The physical changes to a room act as a psychological anchor for the inhabitant's goals. Cross-reference with Buddhism Basics regarding the concept of interconnectedness and Harmony Vol III.