Cecil Lee

Dear Bam, 1. Frankly, I have not read any books from Terah Kathryn Collins. But it the `Feng Shui' is based on fixed template then, it may not be relevant to authentic Feng Shui. 2. Nowadays, the market is flooded with (many, many) books on Feng Shui. 3. If you are in a book shop, take the opportunity to browse thru the books. It is preferred that one should purchase books that make us `learn' or understand. Rather than many books that `sensationalises' Feng Shui. For example, books that may cause more harm then good: where the author, says .. play 3 coins in the accounts book or ehance the SW or romance sector. 4. It is because of such books, some published in the early 1980s that give the `wrong' signals and unfortunately give Feng Shui a bad name. 5. Two years ago, I read in a newsgroup; that a husband posted on the internet. He said that his life was ruined because, his wife, `kept' the secret of her FS consultations - as she had unfortunately consultated those who use a `marketing' ploy and inject some mysticism on the use of FS. The end result is, she spent a considerable sum on FS and the family got into financial difficulties. 6. Recommended Book authors:- 6.1. One good way to look at books are how many books did the author publish? Especially for one topic. One classic book author, I would recommend is - Derek Walters . 7. Author: Derek Walters For Feng Shui books, as far as I am aware, he wrote only two books:- 7.1. Title: " Feng Shui " Perfect placing for your happiness and prosperity In this richly illustrated and highly informative account, Derek Walters unravels the mysteries of traditional Chinese geomancy and presents simplified version of the ancient Chinese compass or Lo P'an to calculate fortunate locations and placings. 7.2. Title: " The Feng Shui Handbook " This book gives a good understanding of the Five Elements Concept. 7.3. Although these books are written sometime back (one of the first books) on authentic Feng Shui, nevertheless, they are in my opinon `classics' for the beginner. 7.4. I like to caution that these books (really) teach or makes good grounding. If one is looking for " Fast food Feng Shui " or spoon fed tips, then these books are not for them. 8. Dr Evelyn Lip Her books are always academically correct and has rich illustrations and most importantly ... facts and facts. For those who are doing research for e.g. school projects on FS, can look up several of her books. Titles like : Chinese Geomancy and other titles. However, her books are (in my opinion) although contain history and facts, these books are more for reference. But if one reads them carefully, there are some good materials. By the way, what led Dr Evelyn Lip wrote her first book was for her thesis when she first studied architecture in university. 9. Some of the `older' Lillian Too's book like " Basic Feng Shui " is acceptable especially for the understanding of Shapes and Form Feng Shui. But, I am not too keen to recommend other books as some of them do not really teach but as mentioned earlier, "sells" tips that may be too general and may ultimately cause damage. 10. You will not have a problem finding other FS books especially from authors who do not have associations with Lin Yun. 11. Nine Star-Ki It is said and many confirm that Feng Shui started in China. There was a time where, Japan, which was close to China adopted another `holistic' method ie called Nine Star-Ki. Today, Nine Star-Ki is popular in Japan and in the United Kingdom. Essentially, Nine Star-Ki and The Flying Star Feng Shui are one and the same. As they use the Luo Shu Square. But, Nine Star-Ki can be seen as a holistic `package' that looks more at personal " Flying Star. " Unfortunately, it is difficult to `mix' Traditional Feng Shui e.g. The Flying Star FS with Nine Star-Ki. So, it is best to learn one or the other. If you decide to go for Nine Star-Ki then some of the authors include: Jon Sandifer and Simon Brown 12. Since you have alrady bought a few books on Feng Shui, I personally feel quite bad about it. If you like to, please e-mail to Robert-Lee@geomancy.net so that we can give you a complimentary FREE download each of my two books: a. Fun with Feng Shui and b. Applied Feng Shui (which is derived from the course here). Gives a solid grounding in Feng Shui. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Users, I promised to post the pictures showing the type of wind chime used in Feng Shui as a cure. Description of wind chime: 1. The 6 rod (brass) metal wind chime. This wind chime is used particuarly as a cure for #5 (misfortune stars). 2. If you carefully of some of the pictures (especially - bottom up) you will find that each of the 6 rods are hollow. 3. In some of the pictures you will also find the i-ching coin hang at the bottom of the rod. Look carefully at the pictures.... 3. The rationale for using the 6 rod (brass) wind chime is for the following reasons: The number 6 represents - " Big metal " or `strong metal'. Brass (made of metal). The rods are HOLLOW and not full metal. This wind chime uses rods of various lengths. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Bam, 1. In my opinion, Black Sect Tantric Buddhist (BTB) appears to have been a modern "invention" fabricated in the mind of one person: Thomas Lin Yun. It has no basis in or connected to Traditional Chinese Feng Shui. 2. BTB is not recognised by many practitioners of Traditional Chinese Feng Shui. Traditional practitioners also consider BTB to be Psuedo-Feng Shui. It is based primarily on a marketing scheme derived from superstition and profit. Hear the founder of Black Sect Lin Yun's confession. (You will be transported to Kate Bramble's website:) http://www.qi-whiz.com/confess.html 3. The above article will certainly share light in the `marketing ploy'. 4. You are `correct' to say that BTB can be considered as a `western version' or rather western `invention' as the founder of BTB, has been populating this BTB in particular in USA. 5. For those who are staying in Asia, in particuar, Hong Kong; China; Taiwan and Far East i.e. Singapore, Malaysia, I can assure you that as far as I know, I have yet come across a BTB practitioner in such countries. 6. Thus, how can it be that, so many countries in Asia, does not even come close to such `teachings' or un-Feng Shui practises. This is thus a strong `signal' that we should not follow such methods. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Cheli, Thank you for bring up this interesting question. Many of us may become quite confused with `differing' concepts or theories. Usually, a concept or problem need to be redressed (without first taking into consideration - personal self). Let me take a parallel:- In Flying Star Feng Shui, if a location has bad #5 (misfortune) and further more the year chart also has this #5 - we need to really redress this problem (no matter if the sector in question is considered "unfavourable" to the individual). Here, there is a real need to neutralise the problem at this sector. If the requirement is to use a metal windchime, then, we need to use it. Using a wooden windchime - is no solution to the problem. Once this sector is neutralised, it thus considered as neutralised. Similarly, if under the 3killings, there is a real need to use metal windchime, do use it rather than find another "alternative" such as wooden windchime. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Per, In my opinion, for a small that is shared for livingrm cum office cum bedroom, more importantly the placement of the various furnitures. And avoid `clutter' where possible. Under Feng Shui, the most appropriate concept used here is the Yin and Yang concept. Where, there should be a `balance'. In moments of rest (sleep), a more conducive yin environment is good. But while working, too conducive of such a yin environment is not favourable. I believe, that your room should have a window. And, depending on the direction also i.e. if the window area faces directly west, then, it may be quite hot (depending on your country - season). Overall, try your best to balance your environment. Warmest Regards Cecil

Dear Wilyam, Thank you for your layout plan. Yes, I personally (not sure why) but one glance and I preferred the bedroom 1 instead of bedroom 2. The position of your bed is considered favourable under Shapes and Form Feng Shui. As for lucky charms, personally, I am not too sure how well they will work. But really no harm. I am not sure what your fortune bagua looks like so unable to comment further on this. Overall, the electric lampost does not in my opinion also pose any threat. Yes, they can still be side-by-side but preferably, there is a gap between the two. Or a small gap should do. To symbolically differentiate the two. Apologies for the late reply. For round fruits, the preference is that either they add up as even numbers or the preference is 8 fruits (for luck) or 9 fruits (longevity). More importantly, make sure that the dining chairs are in pairs e.g. 2, 4, 6 etc.. and not uneven numbers Warmest Regards, Cecil

Office Warming (like Home warming) is considered an essential part in bringing good Qi and luck for the occupants in the new premises. Another major consideration (or superstition) is to `ward' off evil spirits. 1. First, an auspicious day and time is chosen for the move. If one does not consult a FS practitioner, than a good date is usually the 15th day of each lunar month. up. (Full moon). 2. On that day, all windows, openings, grilles or opening in the walls and if there is skylight into the building, it has to be be covered up e.g. with black paper. The duration of this `black-out' is for an hour before the Office Warming Starts. 3. Make sure that all electrical lightings and power (power-points) are switched offered during this time. 4. Often, the tradition of a red cloth banner is hung over the front door. Here is the interesting part:- 5. When it is nearing the time for the office warming, the owner or the manager would start the charcoal stove by lighting it up ..the coal and make sure that the charcoal is burning hot. This symbolises " boom " in business. 6. At the precise time (that was chosen), the owner has to place the stove at the centre of the main entrance. He has to walk over the stove with his left foot first, then followed by his right foot. His employees follow him behind and do the same. 7. The owner opens the main entrance door and takes down the red banner. 8. The black paper covering windows etc.. are quickly removed to welcome the `light' coming in. 9. Now, the power or lightings are switched on. 10. It is the belief that during this ceremony, all office employees stay around and should not leave the premises - symbolic of maintaining harmony. Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Anon, Happy New Year to you! Please see below:- This common denominator can be related in many of the concepts - in particular i.e. ' Flying Star Feng Shui and Pillars of Destiny. There are many Feng Shui practitioners and in my opinion, I feel that some of these practitioners may not `live' up to the standard. Thus, the end result is that many people become disillushioned with it. In addition, I personally feel that many people are also to be blamed. The rationale is unfortunately " greed ". I can understand money is important but, when we depart our hard-earned money to buy or enhance a sector, this can become worrisome. Or to buy e.g. a three-legged toad. For example, I understand, that such objects costs money. And, we cannot automatically say that when we spend $XXX dollars of money, we can get back that amount or even more. In order for Feng Shui or Pillars of destiny to work properly, this is usually done in a holistic way. Thus, if one is a weak wood person, it would be nice to enhance one-self further with say water element. Since blue/grey or black represents water element - for personal self, one can enhance oneself with e.g. wearing a blue shirt. However, this does not automatically imply that one will get well off. It is like taking exams, and the purpose is to score as much marks as possible in all areas rather than place it in one basket i.e. try to make sure that there is no poison arrows aimed at the home etc.. are some of the precautions needed. Alternatively, #5 would usually require `moving' metal eg. wind chime or a brass pendiulim clock. No, this is not true under Pillars of Destiny. The explanation given under Pillars of Destiny is that although one can be born on the same year/day/month/hour; we each grow up in a unique environment. This environment or (education) plus our personal experiences is what makes each individual different. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Deepti, Please see below:- One must correctly understand the purpose of the Eight House Theory:- 1. In general, it can be used to find out how suitable a house is to the breadwinner. 2. It is good to have good intangible force in the bedroom. If the sector is not as auspicious to one spouse but good for the other spouse; the spouse who has the "better" intangible force sleeps closer to that sector (shielding) the other partner. Thus if North (bedroom) is an auspicious sector for the husband e.g. his health sector; while it is the disaster sector for the wife; then the husband sleeps closer to this sector. The Eight House theory is mainly about the above two key concepts and does not have within it a `cure'. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Josephine, 1. Presently, from my personal observations, so far, I do not recall or find anyone, who was directly affected with books facing them. 2. However, based on the concept of " If one no longer sees it, it does not become a - threat ". One option, if you still want to cover the bookself is using e.g. a cloth or something of that nature or install cabinet doors. 3. Is the pillar pointed at the bed? If the pillar is not pointed towards the bed (but parallel to it this is OK. Not much one can do otherwise (to extend the "wall" or pillar such that it no longer becomes a pointed corner). Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, In my opinion, this is not really a Feng Shui practise. Therefore, I am unable to comment further on this. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Mimi, 1. It is best to look at the Flying Star charts for the two periods i.e. Period 6 and Period 7. 2. For speed and ease of identifying the problems, please e-mail robert-lee@geomancy.net with your : My Feng Shui " account so that he can give two Free Paid Flying Star Reports - for you to generate one chart under Period 6 and another Chart under Period 7. He will provide you with a Paid Pillars of Destiny report. (To determine her element and strenght. And also do look at the current 10 year luck period for any imabalances within the analysis). 3. In particular, try to look at both charts:- Usually, the influence is caused by the `worst' chart i.e. I have seen many cases where, as you mentioned a Wang Shang Wang Shui house (which you had implied were good sectors). In situations for example where if it happens to be a Double 6 or in your `implication' a Wang Shang Wang Shui house, then, we should not look any longer at Period 6 house. In my opinion also, I feel that it the characterists of what you mentioned should come under the influence of a Period 7 as usually a Period 6 house (and should it be a Double 6) do not have - as far as I can remember those problems faced by your friend. However, once you get the free paid report from Robert, try to look at both charts. You should normally able to see from the chart, which is `worse-off'. Try also to look at the three # number combinations i.e. #mountain # water with base #. Are there any imbalances. If not, advise your friend to cure these. Also do take note of the Eight-One combinations interpretations of your friend's home chart. If you need further advise on her chart, do let me know. Have a nice HAPPY NEW YEAR! Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Mimi, Congratulations! I believe, from the name, it looks like your daughter's marriage! As this is eve of new Year, please sent a personal e-mail to robert-lee@geomancy.net giving your login for " My Feng Shui Membership account " (Password not required). Alternatively, if you do not have an account yet, please create an account at http://www.geomancy-online.com . We would like to give you a complimentary Free Paid Auspicious Date - for Marriage Report. Therefore, I appreciate if you can e-mail robert-lee@geomancy.net with the above information. He will as soon as possible laise with you once he has given you the credit to analyse the auspicious dates for both of them. Warmest Regards and Happy New Year! Cecil Lee

Dear Momo, Thanks for your kind words of encouragement. Wishing you, and everyone here a Happy New Year! Please see below:- Nowadays, it is much harder to `discern' the type of element related to a career. This is because of the element of `multi-skilling'. It it common nowadays; for one to be `multi-skilled' not only in our job but in a wide spectrum of a job. For example, some of us may be an accountant, while others may be in PR, Marketing or Administration. Common usage of computers and other related equipment is very common. Thus, we are today - more `multi-skilled' than ever. And it thus much harder to define a job or relate it (totally) to one specific element i.e. water, wood, metal, earth or fire? I would, in the above context, view say Computer programmer as " water element ". It again depends on the scope of job in general. As programming is much related to a `flow' of process. Much like the flow of water. For a courier service, I may consider the job closer to the earth element. Since, in my opinion, he is quite close to the `earth' i.e. moving around. In some ways, a courier service support staff or Marketing/sales people may be closer to the `fire element'. (This is just an example). Frankly, I feel that you may have a different opinion and this is quite fair. So long as we can somewhat justify what we feel or describe a situation, it can certainly hold true. In Ba Zi or Pillars of Destiny, there is a particular module known as or something like " What career suits me ?" Based on a person's Ba Zi or Eight Characters, Ba Zi or Pillars of Destiny theory/concept can classify each person as: A. Career with Wealth B. Career with Power and Authority C. Suitable career. In fact, at Geomancy.net, http://www.geomancy-online.com, the module name is : " What career suits me ? " and provides an analysis of the above based on one's element. For example, is a Strong Wood element person:- His career with wealth: Earned wealth is Earth element Unexpected wealth is Earth element Since Earth represents the person's wealth, this means that a job representing this element would bring this person wealth. It also gives the type of career relating to earth element e.g. civil engineering, clothing, construction, customer relations, farming. Career with Power & Authority This is also highlighted. And it is interesting to note that in the past, the Chinese are already aware of a career that creates wealth and a career that brings in Power and Authority for the person. For example, of power and authority could be the CEO, General Manager or other high positions. In Ba Zi this can be descibed as coming under Authority and determination. Thus for say a person with Strong Wood element such a career is represented by Metal element. Such as a carrier in entertainment, finance, hardware, investment, jewelry, loans, management consultancy, mechanical engineering, etc... I will not go further into it. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Cindi, 1. Yes, in my opinion, one can certainly have a single mattress i.e. and keep it away daily the next morning. 2. This is secondary to Feng Shui and I feel that this is a practical approach in the use of limited space within the home. 3. I have heard that some FS practitioners are (quite) concerned with sleeping on a single mattress (within a bed post). As some of these FS practitioners (feel) that a bed should be `raised' so that Qi can flow under the bed. In my opinion, this is again of secondary or not as important as other FS concepts or theories. For example, it is more crucial to check for poison arrow(s) aimed towards a home or thru the windows. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Donna, 1. Please refer to my earlier message. In general green represents growth and it is one of the recommended colours. 2. However, I personall feel that Feng Shui is not a `cure' all. It helps to enhance Qi. But in terms of human behaviour and interaction, this is more towards other disciplines such as Ba Zi (Pillars of Destiny). In your environment, since there are so many individuals, it is not practical to try to use Ba Zi as it involves many people and their `interaction/cross-interaction' with each other. In my opinion, this is why, we often hear that once a person gets to be 18 years or especially 21 years of age, it is pretty difficult to `change' someone. It is best in your situation to try to apply other "methods" such as those studied in Universities e.g. Organisational Behaviour (some what close to such subjects). Wishing you all the Best! Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee

Dear Anon, 1. In my opinion, plants/trees should be considered of the wood element. This is in-line with the " Five elements " concept where a wood element is described as a "tall narrow" object. 2. Thus, plants and trees generally fit this description of a " wood element ". 3. However, some FS practitioners (I feel) may argue that some plants / fruits grown underground e.g. carrots, tapioca, potatoes etc.. Since these fruits grow underground, I believe, these FS practitioners may then argue that they should be of or belong to the `earth' element. 4. It is felt that one of the concepts of Feng Shui is " if cannot be seen it no longer becomes a threat. " Similarly, if it cannot be seen, it no longer can in many instances considered a `cure'. 5. This is why, for Feng Shui cures, such as the use of "6 coins" or other objects such as wind chimes, one has to see it. For wind chimes; one not only has to see it but also to hear it. 6. Therefore, based on the above, if anyone asked me, I personally feel that plants/trees = wood element and not of the `earth' element. This is equally true for the above plants/fruits such as carrots, potatoes and tapioca as they also have branches or leaves above ground. 7. The understanding of Symbolism is crucial in Feng Shui. Thus we often see wooden furniture (as the frame) and the cushions or seats/sofa covered by materials such as leather, cloth. Here, if it is a leather chair in RED, then since RED = Fire element, than, the furniture is considered of the `Fire element'. If the sofa set is in yellow than, it can be considered as of the `earth element'. 8. Symbolism and shape of object. If the object is made of wood or glass or plastic etc... and triangle or pyramid shape; then since triangle is symbolic of " fire element " we should consider this OBJECT as belonging to the wood element. Warmest Regards, Cecil ----- Original Message -----

Dear Michelle, 1. In my opinion, I do come across (especially) many homes as what you have described. 2. Overall, although, it may not look `ideal' for such a situation under Feng Shui but from my personal (and past experience); I felt that this is really not of a major issue. Another factor is that at this second level, especially if are pockets of air movement (if one opens the windows) would be good for the circulation of air between level 2 and level 1 via the stair-case/stair-case landing area. 3. Instead, priority should instead be looked at with regards to poison arrows (aimed towards the home) i.e. when one stands at the window or main entrance door looking outwards of the house. If say, there is a lone lamp post slicing into the house, this should be redressed or neutralised as soon as possible. One concept here is - if it cannot be seen, it no longer becomes a threat. 4. Perhaps, do take note that some FS practitioners may not totally agree with me under Para 1 or 2 and may provide the advise to close the bedroom door. As mentioned earlier, I personally feel that this is really not an issue or not necessary to follow i.e. no need to close the door when not in use. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, 1. There may be some differences in the way various Feng Shui practitioners carry out their audit. I will not touch on these differences. But rather, mentioned, how, I would go about doing a Feng Shui audit:- 2. For me, I would use chiefly the following 'Schools' of Feng Shui and Ba Zi:- 2.1 Use of Ba Zi (Pillars of Destiny) for Feng Shui:- I will first determine the family member's Ba Zi element and strength. For example, Husband (Mr X) is considered a " Strong Wood " person. While the Wife (Mrs X) is considered a " Weak Fire " person. 2.2 Next, under the Ba Zi (Luck Pillars), I would look at - at least 2 10 year periods (both current and next year) to check if there are any imbalances that need to be corrected during this period for either party. For example, for Mr X, I would look at Luck Pillar of the current 10 years e.g. 2001 to 2010. Here, I will look at what season this period is in. For example, Since Mr X is a weak Fire person, and during 2001 to 2010, this period falls under the Spring season which happens to be the water element, since Mr X is a strong Wood person, this is auspicious as it helps to control his destructive elmenent. I will also look at Luck Pillar for him for year 2011 to 2020. 2.3 This process is also looked at for Mrs X. For Mrs X, her luck pillars is not so good for her. For her, as the 10 year period falls under Spring season; this is inauspicious for her as Water will further diminish her weak fire element. 3. Thus the above personal Ba Zi of the two individuals give us a strong CLUE when we next look at the Feng Shui of the house. 4. From the above Ba Zi, we MUST take note of the following:- 4.1 Since Mrs X is a weak Fire person, it is BEST to avoid having a water position e.g. a fish tank in the house. As this will further extinguish her. DO AVOID HAVING a fish tank in the house. 4.2 Furthermore, since the NEXT 10 years the season e.g. Spring does not favour Mrs X as it is the season of WATER which is not favourable to Mrs X. 5. On a personal level, Mrs X should try to avoid the Water element in the 10 years. 6. Ba Zi is crucial first step in proper (authentic Feng Shui). 7. Based on the above information, we can build a profile of Mr X and Mrs X. 7.1. For example (Mr X):- His information are: Birth element: Strong Wood Favourable element: Fire (red/pink/purple), Metal (white/gold), Earth (yellow). Unfavourable element: Water (blue/black/grey), Wood (green/brown) Wealth element: Earth (yellow) (We will skip Mrs X profile in this example) 7.2 Binding What is binding element? A binding element is an element which is beneifical to `bind' both Mr X and Mrs X. Or create harmony for them. This element can be used e.g. in their bedroom and in larger parts of the house since they may be both the breadwinners. 8. The binding element for Mr X (Strong Wood) and Mrs X (Weak Fire) is = Fire element. Thus, we can `Keep-in-view' interior decoration especially IN their bedroom and in areas both spent time together. Such as the living room. 9. Besides the above, I would normally have looked at the Shapes and Form of both the exterior of the house and interior of the house (already). 10. The use of Eight House Theory Here, we generally use to look at how suitable is the house to the breadwinner. And it is an added bonus if the bedroom is an auspicious sector. Where possible, when looking at the location and posititioning of the bed, we may use the Eight House Theory. Here, if we cannot change the location of the bed or placement of the bed, we could play around with who sleeps (next) to each other. For example, if the bedroom location is Mr X's spook while it is Mrs X's health sector, then, Mrs X sleeps closer closer to this intangible force and Mr X sleeps further away. It would be nice if sectors one spent time at are auspicious to whoever spents time at that sector. 11. Thus, this is MOST likely the end of story for the USAGE of the Eight House Theory. It does not matter if the toilet is a good sector or the living room is auspicious. Let us close our `picture' of the Eight House Theory after this. 12. The use of the Flying Star Theory. 12.1 Like Ba Zi (Pillars of Destiny) it is based on the Five Elements concept and can easily be related to one's Ba zi. 12.1 In the Flying Star Theory, if a sector is imbalanced e.g. such as there is a cluster of e.g. Bad earth element #5 (misfortune) or #2 (sickness) we must try and cure this sector. 12.2 Thus, if the house's birth chart i.e. the house was `born' in 1990, this house is considered a Period 7 house. 12.3 Thus if East is considered INAUSPICIOUS under Flying Star Feng Shui, this sector has to be corrected. (Even, if one thinks that under the East/West house person, this is a perfectly auspicious sector). 12.4 Therefore, the distinction is that under the Flying Star, if a sector is imbalanced - Cure it! After the cure, you can if it is good to spent time for Mr X, then if he so choose, spent time at that location. 13. I hope I have answered your question. If not, please let me know further. 14. For information of all, if you have the opportunity to use the " Group Analysis " report, you will understand more of what I am trying to say above. Because, this report was specifically tailor-made for me based on what I wanted in a short and concise - " exception " report. Those who use the above report, will indeed, have both a vertical and horizontal cross slice of a very broad and detailed picture of the `power' of Ba Zi Feng Shui. As this one report has the following major components:- 1. Eight House analysis for each person 2. Flying Star analysis of the house 3. Ba Zi element and strength of each family member (and much more). 4. The binding element e.g. of husband and wife. I love this one as it gives the essence of how to `bind' both parties.. Erh... I am not here to sell the report. But rather, try to give you the flavour of how, I personally do a full Ba Zi Feng Shui audit so that you can fully understand the flow and how each theory relates to each other. Apologise for the lengthly response. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Peck Wun, You can make use of many of the free reports available at: http://www.geomancy-online.com to generate your personal Feng Shui information. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear "NG", Lets look at this example:- http://www.geomancy.net/mypictures/cgi-bin/mypictures.cgi?search=centrepoint&img=8&cat=all&bool=and (for some of you, if the link is broken, please `cut-and-paste' the entire link above to your browser and load the file). Under the above link, please look at: 1. Graphic file: compass21.jpg and compass21a.jpg 2. The file name: compass21.jpg shows the actual house layout. 3. Let's look closely at file name: compass21a.jpg Try to click on the thumbnail image to show you an enlarged picture of this layout plan. 3.1 You will find the actual centrepoint shown in the picture as " 1 ". Number "2" is the extended centrepoint where we take the compass reading to the `extended' main door (the green dot). We measure the direction of the main door from " 2 " to the green dot. 4. As I mentioned in some of the messages, one cannot simply provide a universal method as to the direction of the main entrance door. IT DEPENDS. Thus, if you have a layout plan that you like me to look at, feel free to upload it as an attachment to a message to this forum. As no two layout plans are similar (in shape/size and dimension). Therefore, it is not correct to give a general statement but rather, examples can help clarify the situation. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Wasis, 1. Under the Eight House Theory, the only thing that we can do is to change the direction of the main door. For example, if the main door is facing North-East (and based on Feng Shui Master's recommendation); this door should change for two reasons:- 1.1. NE (direction) is considered the devil's gate. 1.2. If NE direction is not suitable to the breadwinner. Then, to `kill two birds' within one stone; the main door direction can be changed. (Again, it should be on the advice of a FS practitioner). It is normally not good to give a "wholesale" advise on this matter as a proper audit should be done. And the recommendation "depends" on all the various inputs that a good FS practitioner does to analyse the house. 2. In some of the past messages in this forum; the best way to look at how much `luck' we can achieve. Thus, I often use "examinations " as an example as how to score on the various concepts and principles. It is good to SCORE as many points as possible in all theories and concepts of Feng Shui. I have often seen, some houses where it has `Excellent' Shapes and Forms. Here, I consider such houses as having a " Quantum Leap " in Feng Shui. It is certainly good to have such `excellent' Shapes and Forms in one's favour. It need not necessary neutralise the "bad effects" of a unsuitable house but in many instances, some form of wealth e.g. $$$ do come in for owners with such `excellent' Shapes and Forms. It is this `monetary' $$$$ or material wealth that many of us are trying to `chase' but has eluded many people. Again, not all situations or sites or houses are similar and the above is but a summary of the overall `flavour' of what `luck' may look for some... who may not have `received it'...yet... Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, I hope, I get your question correct. If not, please clarify. In many instances, some houses have their main entrance on the side of the house. In such a situation, it is not necessarily so that the "facing" may correspond to the main door direction. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Michael, 1. Please refer to a similar forum message under this conference " Free Advice ". 2. Forum message: " Placement of legal documents ". Recent message dated December 22, Year 2001. 3. In the above message to a user, I mentioned that, in Traditional Feng Shui, it is not the practise to place legal documents at (any specific) location or to apply "sector " Feng Shui or paying homage to a specific sector. 4. Usually, Flying Star Feng Shui is used in this situation to look at the issue: In most cases, there may be a eighty-one combination within a sector that may involve legal issues or entanglements. This should be neutralised. In particular either the base Flying Star number #4 (signifying `scandal/legal entanglements) or a star #4 combination giving a 81 interpretation of the current issue. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Mee Yin, Please see below:- Frankly, a flaw with the Eight House Theory is that it is only a static representation. And more importantly, I personally feel that it would be useful as an `indicator' of:- 1. How suitable a house is to the breadwinner. 2. Locations where one spent time at. (However, there are other major considerations or priorities) than this theory. (The Eight House Theory). Usually, this involves a full audit of the house which not only includes the `consideration' of the Eight House Theory but also other concepts such as the Shapes and Form and Flying Star audits of the house. These two concepts are, I feel more important than just the `Eight House Theory'. Here, Shapes and Form Feng Shui, in my opinion takes priority over i.e. the placement of e.g. study table - considered under The Eight House Theory. The placement also has to take into consideration the location of the house. For example, if the external walls of your bedroom is at the compass direction (west) and if this is not `shaded'; then it would not be advisable to place the study table along this wall or a window facing the west. For a bedroom located at either South or North of the house, a study table can be placed along i.e. the South or North wall so that it can `if possible' catch some of the rays of light during the day. But overall, this room can still be quite `dark'. If one uses the Flying Star analysis and finds that e.g. the bedroom has some imbalances; then, priority should be given to neutralising this sector. This is where, Flying Star Feng Shui can `help'. Contrast this with the Eight House Theory where, one cannot really (realistically) do much even if the sector is say i.e. one's `death or disaster ' sector. Under the Eight House Theory, if one does not spent time at a sector, there should not be an issue. For a toilet that is at the centre-point of the house; this should be avoided (if possible). The worst senario is where the centre-point at the toilet bowl area. It would be fair advise to keep the toilet door closed most of the time. As mentioned earlier, if one is applying the Eight House Theory, the key considerations are:- 1. It is an indication of `how suitable' the house is to the breadwinner(s). 2. Each family member's Eight House Chart should be looked at in relation to (especially) to locations where they spent the most time i.e. in particular the bedroom. 3. Try to use the Eight House Theory (East/West Group) persons chart but to take note that it does not have a means to redress the issue i.e. unless, one is suppose to spent less time at that sector. In my opinion, do not get duly worried because the Eight House analysis does not seem favourable to you. Many of us, have studied in our homes or for some of us, have not much choice as we may have had stayed in a dormitory and thus even more restricted; yet, there are millions who have gone thru this experience and passed their exams successfully. This I personally feel is `food for thought'. Wishing you all the best in your studies! Warmest Regards, Cecil Lee