Feng Shui Principles
The basic principle of Feng Shui is Chi. It is the invisible form of
energy which sustains all life forms on this earth. Chi is a Chinese
word and does not have a particular meaning. It pertains to cosmic
energy, life force, breath, and vapor. The flow of this energy
affects all the areas of one's life and is affected by both the
interior as well as exterior elements of the physical environment.
This includes colors, shapes, orientation, lighting, objects, their
positions and arrangements, the use of space, and the degree of
cleanliness or clutter.
There are a number of sources through which the Chi energy enters
your body, namely food, air, water, land, vegetation, sun and other
celestial bodies, your living and working environment. This energy
is utilized by the body for various human activities, that of
digestion, breathing, thinking, and all the other vital activities.
However, the chi is of different types, ruling the different aspects
of the universe. The primary ones are given below
Chi of Heaven
Chi of the heaven includes the chi of air, the weather, the sky, the
stars, and other heavenly bodies. The different energies determine
the effect of the various exponents on humans and other life forms.
Chi of Earth
Chi of earth is one of the main existent energies. Though one cannot
change the energy forms, but can definitely alter them for good and
bad. Chi of the earth is further divided into many categories,
depending on the characteristics of the land. The main energies of
the chi of the earth are classified as:
- Lively, Vibrant, and Nourishing
This type of chi is found in places which have woods, streams, and
flora & fauna in abundance. This environment generates negative ions
which are actually beneficial for mental health. As a result, the
place contains high levels of oxygen and positivity, example Hawaii.
- Arid, Barren, and Hostile
This type of chi is found in places which are not fit for human
inhabitation. These locations carry negative magnetic fields,
extreme temperatures and lack of life forms. In a longer span of
time, they can actually drain life from living beings, example Dead
Sea.
Chi of House and Living Environments
Our homes also have their own chi, which mainly depends on the
energies of the residents and the general and specific details of
the structure. The harmony between the chi of a living environment
and the chi of the humans within this space is termed as Feng Shui.
A house contains different types of chi, which determine the
environment of the house.
Types of House Chi
- Chi of the House
Creates life effects on occupants
- Studious Chi
Supports atmosphere of learning and cultivation
- Noble Chi
Brings Honor, principles, and worthiness
- Angry Chi
Creates feeling of tension, arguments, and bitterness
- Fighting Chi
Brings clashes, violence, and a feeling of fear in the environment
- Wealthy Chi
Brings prosperity and abundance
- Gambling Chi
Fortunes can rise or fall rapidly
- Lucky Chi
Brings good fortune and happiness
- Unlucky Chi
Relates to bad or evil activities
- Death/Dying Chi
Makes the environment uncongenial for residents
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