Cecil Lee

Dear Ben, Further to my earlier comments:- On a professional level using Compass School Feng Shui:- There may be a possibility of an inauspicious if the particular sector happens to fall under the " Legal entanglement " sector of the Flying Star Theory. Worse of all, if there is a combination of two bad stars e.g. #2 and #3. Here, it is best to keep that particular sector QUIET. Therefore, if this sector happens to require `quiet'; a vehicle moving in and out of this sector may lead to legal implications. Thus, there are many considerations to take note of. Thanks for your summary of the key-points I had mentioned earlier on `holistic' Feng Shui. This is a good or sterling example; why, it is more crucial to use a `holistic' approach towards Feng Shui. By doing so, we can then cover, not just a myopic view but by using all known theories; and knowing their aims and purpose, set to approach any situation `wisely'. Warmest Regards, Cecil P.S. This is the rationale why I do not favour or like one line questions some users posted here. For example: a question like: Tell me about my fortune. Without doing holistic Feng Shui (assuming to diagnose any problems)... Therefore, I usually leave such questions `unanswered'.

Dear Hoa Luong, Please see below:- Yes, it is easy to confirm that point A is considered the center-point of your house. (See attached confirmation sketch). Since the house number is in place, there is really not much else to make it as the main entrance door. As mentioned earlier, point A is the correct centrepoint. (and confirmed by the attached sketch - not available if one uses the mailing list option - must login to web forum). I am glad that you found Geomancy.net useful:) Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Ben, Please see below:- I am glad that you found the resources onn this website useful. Yes, in many instances, some of the more `modern' Feng Shui concepts use commonsense approach. For example, a bedroom above the garage is quite similar to the concept of the bedroom above the kitchen (in some ways): 1. It is similar because, it was felt that in case a vehicle `caught fire' the flames would rise into the bedroom. As we all know, unless it is a deliberate attempt or arson; the chance of a stationary vehicle catching fire is rare. 2. Concept that there is empty space below e.g. the master bedroom. With modern construction methods and properly supervised stage(s) of construction; assuming that the house has been properly certified by a competent consultant to ensure that it can withstand the normal weight of loading on the columns; there should no longer be an issue of such a structure ever collapsing. If the above are addressed properly, I feel that this should be fine. Although in the Flying Star Theory for Highrise building; each level is said to have a different influence of Qi. For those who are interested to find out what is the significance of your flat or apartment on the different levels; feel free to use the Free Flying Star Highrise Building report at http://www.geomancy-online.com Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Angelica, 1. The most common Chinese astrology or Zi Wei Dou Shu is generally based on one's Year of birth. 2. For compatibility purposes, if we use the Year of birth only; then it is quite general. In my opinion, one reading of one person may not be enough. Another element to take note is that of " auto-suggestion ". For example, if we found out that a "Horse person" or a person under the above sign is considered:- "A Dragon person is lively and full of vitality. They are determined and have lots of self-confidence. Dragons are strong fighters, follow own judgement and can take control and deal effectively with any problems. They are also admired but have few close friends. In love relationships, they are filial. etc..." 3. Being human beings we may `act-out" the part of some of the characteristics of the animal signs. 4. If one looks at Chinese astrology and it's cousin - Pillars of Destiny; both take into account the Five Element concept. It is the inter-relactionship; and the combinations such as double or triple combination analysis such as Rabbit-Tiger-Ox to see if this " clash " is beneficial or unauspicious clash. 5. In my opinon, if one wants to have a successful business; one should look into other models or in other human sciences such as: Management, Pyschology etc... Management studies have evolved pretty much and nowadays, it includes: motivational approaches; oragnisation conflict - understanding and ways to solve them; behavioural sciences etc... 6. We do not necessarily need Chinese astrology to make our lifes richer. For example: salient points such as " have a good listening ear "; communicate more etc... 7. Besides this, one critical element of business is: To have a sound business model working on what are it's key sucessfactors. In addition, good business (for start-ups or small or medium enterprises) are those where there is high level of `goodwill'; trust and reliable (quality) service. Like the saying goes... " A tradition of trust or trusted for generations ".. These are, I believe good hallmarks to good business. With good business models plus the constant effort by all partners to communicate; share and listen to one another in a constructive manner is ideal. Overall, if there are disagreements; trash them out ... Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, In my opinion, such a figurine does not figure in Feng Shui. Therefore, since you really loved it, feel free to display it anywhere you like it to be. Warmest Regards, Cecil

How many chairs for the dining room?

This lady prefers RED....

This has more to do with commonsense... It is " nice " to have the air-con face teh side of the bed. Rather that it blow towards our face. Ideally, if we can, let the aircon face sideways so that it can blow towards the body. This is particularly so, if we turn on medium to high settings. As the air flow can affect our breathing or it is not so good to blow into our face.

What does the shape of square grilles represent?

Dear Hoa Luong, 1. You can confirm how you had taken your readings by comparing `notes' with the way the compass direction of the main door is taken under this link. http://www.geomancy.net/resources/art/art-cecilcompass.htm 2. Please see below:- Since, you need to reconfirm which direction of the main entrance door is best for you; you should take a reading to find out which door is better for you. And by doing so; then we can look at whether how we can make the second entrance as the alternative to the main door. As you had mentioned, puting up a hosue number on the door would symbollic of it being `changed' to the main door - provided it is a better door direction. As mentioned, please follow the above link and use methods similar to what a surveyor would do. And with this methodology, you should have no problem finding the correct main entrance direction. Feel free to attach a sketch of your layout plan (to the forum) if you want to confirm the center-point of your house. Especially if the house (may) have protrusions or missing corners. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Mina, 1. All major Chinese concepts uses the Chinese Lunar Calendar system. This is where, when we look at even Chinese astrology, it is based on Chinese Lunar new year. And the Chinese Lunar calendar use is wide-spread. Thus, when we need to determine a birth-date. This year, Chinese New Year starts on 12th February 2002. Thus, when we need to check the birth-date, any child born between 1st January 2002 to 11th January 2002 is considered born under the Year 2001 for purposes of Gua calculation. This site and many other book authors; therefore use the Lunar Calendar system. As far as I know; solar (Xia or Hsia) is used only in Pillars of Destiny as mentioned in detailed to you in earlier postings. Therefore, I do not see the rationale for the use of solar? If someone asks you to use the solar calendar. It is prudent to ask the question: " What is your rationale of using the solar calendar". Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear James, "The shielding effect" Under the Eight House Theory, it is good for the partners to sleep on the correct side of each other. For example, if one is a West Group (House) person e.g. best directions are North, South, West and North-West. And if the other partner has inauspicious directions, then, the person who is a West Group person should sleep closer to the compass directions Nort, South, West and North-West. While his/her partner sleeps further to this closer to East, SE, NE or SW. Thus, the person who has auspicious sectors can `shield' the other partner. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Please see below:- I am not sure which theory are you applying. But if it is the Eight House Theory or East/ west 4 Group of persons: There is not much cure other than to keep the location bright. For example, ideally it is god to keep the whiles (painted) in neutral colors such as white or pastel shades of it. In many instances, a FS practitoner would most probably recommend that the kitchen should be an auspicious sector (in particular) the placement of the kitchen stove. In this area, some would comment that it should be auspicious for the breadwinner while others would recommend that it be auspicious for the spouse (wife). Overall, I personally feel that it is difficult to rely just on these two aspects only. As many other considerations are made especially if one undertakes using holistic Feng Shui (which would start with the Shapes and Forms followed by other theories). Warmest Regards, Cecil

Should a waterfountain spout (or spill out) water? Or retain water i.e. water collecting within it? YOUR GUESS?

You say... what has dental check up to do with Feng Shui? Say that again?

A house must have a proportionate sized entrance and windows...... else.. share the fate of the owner in the caricature!

Dear Ben, Please see below:- And it is more pratical to look out for poison arrows or sha qi that can `overcome' our home. After doing this, it would be acceptable. As for using quite a lot of "cross" normally, I personally feel that it is not really necessary. More importantly, the altar table is positioned at a strategic or good location and here you can place the necessary items on this table (can do). But nevertheless, if you and your family (don't mind) or feel pretty comforted by doing it; I think it is OK. It is best to understand or differentiate threats or `perceived threats'. The `rule-of-thumb or the question asked is: "Are we going to be `hit' by it. For example, if we are seating at the sofa; is the poison arrow pointed towards us? " If not, then, it will not pose a threat. Other than, using the protectors especially if we have active children running around. Overall, it is Ok to place the Ikea transparent corner protectors. Sometimes we adults may also inadvertently bump into a corner. In my opinion, these two combination of trees sounds OK. Especially with a 100 year old tree. 1. 1st priority is to fix up all problems relating to the 20-year analysis as that affects your entire house for as long as you do not make a major renovation to the house. 2. Think of the yearly star as seasonal changes in the home. Many people especially business owners have no time looking at the yearly or monthly seasonal changes and do not apply the Yearly cures. The yearly star changes each year, so that means that if you apply a Flying Star based on the yearly star you will always have to continue to make changes each year. 3. So the best way to apply flying star is to 1st FIX up all the problem areas in the 20-year analysis. Then, if one wants to fine tune it a little with the Yearly Star so that you not only fix up the common problems arises from the 20-year but also refine it to include the yearly problems (if any). 4. Thus, that is why the yearly star (on this website is placed with less priority) We want uses to focus on fixing the problem areas:- You see the yearly star is simply to tell you what additional stars come in this year. Normally when you fix the whole 20-year problem, all the yearly problems will already be greatly reduced (if any). So there is not much of an issue here. Also, by apply the 20-year cure, you don't have to worry so much about making a change every year. That yearly change is now like a bonus to you if you can further take advantage of it. 5. If you were to fix up only the yearly star, you will get an excellent protection for that year, but it does not necessary solve the problems from the 20-year. For those who are `selective' or are more concerned with `protect, protect and protect' can, for example look into particularly #5 (misfortune for that year) and #2 (sickness). And look at the 20-year flying star. When I do audit for my clients I will look in particular the #5, #4, #3, #2 and see if there congregate at any sectors for that year. If so, I would have to advise my clients to beware and where possible; place cures for that year at that particular sector. Here, the Management term is borrowed i.e. "management by exception". I would call this " Feng Shui by exception ". Where we only look at exceptions as mentioned earlier. You don't have to worry so much the report will identify you each star and its influence. And it also tries to break down for you in the Five Element concept which is the foundation for applying Feng Shui. You see, in your case you have a case where the 20-year star and yearly star number are the same. This is similar to that of double 7 etc. So it means that the sector which is good is extra good, while those which are bad are extra bad. Like I mentioned, the Yearly Star is to let you know how much better the 20-year star s. For example:- 20-year is 5, and yearly star 5 => This means a extremely bad sector 20-year is 5, and yearly is 6 => A not so bad sector 20-year is 7, and yearly is 5 => A less auspicious good sector 20-year is 7, and yearly is 7 => The best influence for this sector. Currenly your north west is quite ok, as the two good earth stars help to neturalise the Strong Bad Earth. But it would be better if you can add some Wood element, which creates a triple combinations Wood -> Fire -> Earth -> produce wealth. On its own the 20-year is inauspicious, simply because of the 1 weak earth is unable to exhaust the strong earth, and there is a 1 fire element which helps it. But along with the yearly star, this will change as the two good earth will be able to neutralise the problem. And if you can add wood to further neutralise and create a triple combination it would be even better. Not really, Flying Star tells you good and bad sectors of the house. It does not yet relate to whether it suits you or not. So you can have situation where the house is extremely good, but it is simply unsuitable to you when compared to your Eight House or Ba Zi. Although it is good to find an extremely good sector in the flying star, but it is also more important that, the sectors is also suitable to you. IE:- - Flying Star sector excellent, but unsuitable => bad for you - Flying Star sector average, but suitable => good for you - Flying Star sector good, and suitable => excellent for you Thus, you can find this applies to the house also. If you stay in a house with average flying star but it suits you, it would be better than staying in a house with excellent flying star but is say facing your death or disaster sector. Note here that for any house:- - Shapes and Forms of exterior / landscape problem is not changable (in the interim). However, every 6mths, if there are new developments in your area, you may need to relook the shapes and forms. But if the area is already built up and no changes for 6mths , 1 year etc.. then, Shapes and Forms should normally remain unchanged. (Here you have to fix problems from poison arrows or sha qi). - Flying Star of the house problems are curable . - Eight House suitability are "not curable". For example, for a new house and if one is aware of the Eight House theory; if the house is found unsuitable; try to find a better house (if possible) even if the house is `excellent/good' on other fronts. Hope that helps. Warmest Regards Cecil Lee

Can Pillars of Destiny help to determine the color to choose?

1. You must be calm and collected; when consulting the I-Ching. Never attempt divination in an agitated or angry (confused) state. (Cool down and find somewhere quiet). 2. Make sure that your hands are clearn when consulting the I-Ching. (Remember to keep the objects that you use for divinity in a clean place.) Note: Do not share or let others handle the objects you personally use for your divination. 3. Next, asks only SPECIFIC (important questions) one-at-a-time: Ask short and specific question. For example: Should I go ahead with this new job? What is the outcome of this plan? Should I do this? 4. Avoid multiple questions:- Should I go ahead with this new job and get married at the same time? 5. If you prefer NOT to ask any question; you should e.g. use say The Three coins method. The I-Ching hexagram or the interpretation will respond to your major issue of your life. And from the resultant interpertation (reference a book on it) - provide you the adivse on the situation. 6. Avoid repeating the same question. If an answer seems obscure, try rephrasing the question. Or ask the same question at other times. 7. It is advisable not to ask more than THREE Questions in one day. For the true believer, it can be spirtually draining if one asks too many questions.

A family `plague' with misfortune... Is there a cure?

Got a leak? Fix it first!

A square table represents which element?