Cecil Lee

Dear Ann, I strongly believe that there are more sectors that need balancing also. However, for a #3, #9 and #7 combination, it is not too good an idea to use water here:- 1. #3 is a bad wood element. And water helps to further fuel bad wood! 2. #9 is under Period 8, the "Future prosperity star" and if it is also the ws#9, then avoid adding water! This is because 9 = fire element. And adding water would drown your "future prosperity". 3. #7. Actually, #7 is a weak metal. And can easily be exhausted when it takes care of #3 bad wood. (Here, metal destroys wood or exhausts it.) In fact, #9 is also used to control #7. Thus, a water position is not an ideal thing to use, here. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Emily, Only if #8 is a Water star, can we best activate it. However, in your question, since #8 = base star, it will have to take on the characteristics of it's personal element i.e. this is suppose to be an auspicious earth element. And on it's own, using water is not a good idea. Since water is like having a "hole to drawn the mountain". Not the kind of idea to do so. In fact, under a Flying star chart, if there is e.g. a base #8 while one of the other stars is a #5, because of Period 8, the #8 is suppose to reign supreme or take precedence over only one #5 in the chart. But if there are two or more #5 with #8 in a sector, than, this may over power #8. For example, in a sector, there are:- MS#5WS #6 Base #8 In such a chart, since there is only one #5 vs a good base #8, placing water at this sector may accidently drown the auspicious #8. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Fenger, Actually, in my opinion, it has to do more with the immediate family. Thus, in your case, since it is your hb's father's uncle, he should not be considered as the immediate family member. Thus, in my opinion, since the uncle is not an immediate family member, then holding a wedding 100 days later is actually OK. But if it is one's immediate family member than the wedding should be held one year later. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, A better method is to draw a Flying star chart of the home. Find out where is the water star #8. (This star is suppose to be the current water prosperity sector). If the location so happens to be next to the TV set, then water can be activated here. Under the flying star chart, if this sector happens to be the mountain star #8 (current mountain star prosperity sector), then a water position here can inadvertenly "drown" or suffocate the mountain wealth sector. Under the flying star chart, if the sector also happens to be mountain star #9 (future prosperity sector). And 9 represents the fire element, a water position can drown the future prosperity sector. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Rose, 1. Firstly, although white is associated with the metal element, generally, it is a very safe colour to paint, since it is also a neutral colour for the home. (Even though both of you are considered as a strong water person - it is ok). 2. Traditionally, therefore, white is a neutral and pleasant color. 3. In general, under period 8, pastel shades of earth colors like beige is usually a better option since it is the "color" of Period 8. 4. So, in general both colors are acceptable. 5. In order to fly to period 8, one may have to remove a portion of the roof or change some of the roof-tiles of the home. In an apartment, symbolically one change to period 8, by repainting the entire ceiling of the home at one go. Plus, in addition, one should have "yang" activity such as a celebration to help to fly into the new period. 6. Changing the kitchen cabinet top alone cannot fly to period 8, since this is not considered as a major renovation. But a combination of what I mentioned in the earlier paragraph - Paragraph 5 above) can change the home to period 8. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Danny, Have u taken into consideration both partners (husband and wife) if you have two parties in the masterbedroom. Without any major renovation, it is best to look at the bedroom - with first priority on the Shapes and Forms Feng Shui. As the owner of the home, it is still best to occupy the master bedroom instead of using the study as the master bedroom - (first priority, here). Under the Eight House Theory, there is not much one can do, since it is a fixed idea or concept. Actually, the "bad influence" or rather it can belooked at by applying Flying Star Feng Shui. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Sandy, Yes, it makes practical sense for the 4-poster bed to be covered with fabric or lace. - OK, no issue. As it makes it easy to "maintain" i.e. wash and re-use again. Warmest Regards, Cecil

In Singapore, it is very common to find many shops selling "ancient-Chinese coins". But do take note that these are often imitation coins. And in-fact, imitation coins are good enough to be used. This is because a real geniune ancient Chinese coin can costs as much as S$25 or USD$13 each. In Singapore, I believe, the last time I was around this area; one can get the coins for as little as 50 cents to S$1 at the Bencoolen Building:- http://www.streetdirectory.com.sg/map.jsp?masterID=29016&postal=187951&building_name=&road_name=WATERLOO%20STREET&house_blk_no=42&heading=&&x=30231.36&y=31582.97&level=7&iconlist=star,30231.36,31582.97;&clickMap=0&clickX=30242.19&clickY=31592.72 There are several shops in this building and many others around the various shopping complexes within this vicinity. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, To give another "crude" way of associating with language, for example, some people use language in the "wrong way". For example, in Singapore, some of us learn dialect or use dialects to 'scold" people or use "foul language" widely. Here, the act of verbal abuse or like a politician, using much of the language to stir up people, can be considered as the "fire element". Anyone therefore, scolds someone, use 4-letter words can be considered as the act of using the "fire element". This is just an example. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Frankly, in my opinion, there are no right or wrong answers, here. For example, the act of studying has to do with "growth" or building a knowledge base. Much likea tree getting nourishment from the ground and growing bigger and taller. A language is based on individual cultures and often is fluid i.e. we talk, communicate - two ways. Much like cars on both sides of the highway. Thus, we can say generally that the art of communication both hearing (listening) and feedback perhaps could belong to the water element. Much like the French language which is fluid .... For philosophy, if it is the art of learning it then again it could be the wood element. While, I believe, it could also have the earth element or much of it is "down-to-earth" type of reasoning. I believe philosophy is in harmony with your earth element. While language or the art of studying language belongs to the wood element. Under the Five elements concept, wood destroys earth (much like the roots of a tree crushing into the earth) to produce wealth. Here, under the Five elements concept, for Earth, it's power of authority comes from wood. More rightly so, since "language is power" or learning more languages give us the power to understand other cultures or also to give us a competitive advantage especially if we do work in a firm from that culture. Warmest regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, In reality, frankly I believe, these are fixtures and very difficult to remove nor keep away from. However, currently, the major concern is that of sewerage pipes, than water pipes. But lets hope, this is non-issue. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Sophia, 1. 6 (SIX) represents "big metal" and this is why, it is commonly used as a "cure" to neutralise e.g. #2 (sickness) or #3 or #4 (bad wood - career, lawsuits, scandals, education, romance type of issues) 2. Since we are now under the influence of Period 8, there is now a surge of anything to do with the number 8. Previously, the phonetic sound of "8" is particulary very auspicious especially for the Cantonese dialect group. 3. But now, many would like to hear that 8 is a good or SUPPOSE to be a very auspicious number under Period 8. 4. However, if we stick purely to the academic line of the Flying Star School of Feng Shui:- 6 = metal element 8 = earth element 4.1 Under the Flying Star Feng Shui, it is good that 6 represents metal as well as 6 also represents big metal. And since coins are used, it is simply = big metal. 4.2 Under the productive sequence of Flying Star Feng Shui, 8 = earth element. And perhaps a string of 8 coins would mean 8 earth produces or increase metal or gold. 4.3 For example, under the productive sequence of the Five Elements concept, earth produces metal. 4.4 Thus SYMBOLICALLY, it is acceptable to have a string of 8 coins given the above meaning. 4.5 In Feng Shui also, there are calls by some FS practitioner for certain use of:- a 7 coin "cure" this is symbolic of or equal to = weak metal cure. 5. Alternatively, we often hear a string of 3 coins. Here, three or number 3 represents wood. And since the coins are made of metal e..g copper or bronze, metal destroys wood to create wealth. If one wants to understand further, please find out each of the numbers and their association e.g. 1 = water element ; 2 = earth element etc.. And also understand the Five elements concept; I am sure, you will be in the right path to understand all the various significance of it. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Zey, Please refer to my attachment. I have indicated three possible senarios where a partition could be used. Proposal 2 and Proposal 3 can be disadvantages for your home. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Cindy, Based on what you had mentioned, it would make more sense to use the sw247. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Amy, No, removing the trees (external) does not change the Flying star qi. However, this year, the Grand Duke of Jupiter is at compass degree SSW. And removing the tree(s) at SW may not be a responsible thing to do. Given that one should not distrub the Grand Duke at his present location. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Just to confirm. Are both your doors directly facing each other? If so, is the neighbour's door number on his/her door. Or is that the neighbour had placed a hanging mobile number facing the wall. Warmest regards, Cecil

Dear Ms C, In the real world, we have two partners that own or share a home e.g. husband and wife. Thus in the example provided: 1. partner is a weak water person 2. the other partner is a strong metal person Under the Five elements concept:- a. A weak water person's best elements are:metal and WATER b. a Strong metal person's best elements are: WATER, Wood and Fire The common denominator for both persons (see above) Is? ... WATER element. Thus for example in the masterbedroom, the pair or partner can apply e.g. a water (blue, black or grey) or have the room painted in blue. Here, water element helps reduce the strong metal person's element. At the same time, for the weak water person, water element helps him/her. Hope the above helps to give an example of what is known as the BINDING element of two persons. For practical reasons, if the home is stayed in by three persons e.g. 1. husband 2. wife 3. son We can apply the BINDING element of both husband and wife to the living room/dining and their bedroom. For the son, if there is only one son staying in a room, we can harmonize his ba zi best elements to his personal bedroom. For example, if the son is a WEAK METAL person i.e. since he is a weak metal person (as distinct from a STRONG METAL) person, his best elements or colours are METAL and EARTH. In his personal bedroom, then, we can apply both Metal (white or gold) or Earth (yellow, cream or beige) -- in general to his bedroom. (Not to complicate things, we have not analaysed the bedroom in relation to the Flying Star Feng Shui. What happens if the couple above has two sons both staying in this same bedroom. For example, by coincidence, SON 1 is a weak water and SON 2 is a strong metal person, here, from the above earlier example, their best BINDING element for their combined bedroom is = water or blue, black or grey colours. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Edwin, Please see below:- However, Flying Star is but only one of the theories. Another key element would be the Shapes and Forms Feng Shui. For example, most likey, your home has favourable or relatively good Shapes and Forms. And Shapes and Forms together with Flying star Feng shui combined together seems to (perhaps) help aid your home Feng Shui. Contrast this (perhaps again) with some other homes that may have good Flying star Feng Shui but bad Shapes and forms. Thus, the situation may not be the same, overall. Sometimes, we go to some Feng Shui sites and they give very flowerly names to number e.g. Purple = #9 or Yellow = #5. Anyway, again, all these goes to the most fundamental concept of the five elements:- where 5 = big earth element where 9 = fire element where 1 = water element Under the productive cycle of the 5 elements concept, for example, visit this url:- http://www.geomancy.net/resources/theories/fs-5element.htm Why is 5,5,9 or any of these combinations bad? This is because, 9 = fire element. And under the productive cycle, fire (9) further fuels bad 5 x 2. Where 5 = bad earth element! A 1 - 9 - 5, is therefore not as bad as a 5,5,9 because there is a 1 = water element. And as we all know, water can help to drown fire (9). Making the situation of double 5's lesser. If you have the time, write down the significance of each numbers e.g. 1 = water element 2 = bad earth 3 = bad wood element, 4 = bad wood element, etc... If one applies the Five elements concept properly, one will suddenly realise that e.g. proper application of Flying star Feng shui is not that mysterious after all or that it is based on one's whims and fanices. but a relatively simple "Five elements deduction". In your case, since #5 = bad yellow earth while #9 is = fire element, on the safe side, avoid anything BRIGHT YELLOW or BRIGHT RED in the bedroom, would be enough, in your situation. Since Bright Yellow is associated with #5 x 2 while RED represents #9. And my explanation of fire fueling (Yellow) earth should be best avoided. Best colours for the bedroom are neutral white representing gold or metal element. Or try to use pastel shades of colours not bright colours. For those whose Ba Zi can use green or wood element can use such a colour in the room. Since wood is like a tree with roots, that go into the ground (#5 or earth) and crushing the roots. Therefore, do make a chart of what are the characteristics of each of the Five elements e.g. a table format i.e. Element ColorShape Wood Green or brown tall and thin and more of the above information. If you do so, I strongly believe, that you are on the correct path of really understanding the five element concept. And furthermore, ba zi or proper ba zi also uses this concept. Choosing auspicious dates also uses the five elements concept. There are so many other concepts that utilize the five elements concept. Therefore, go for it! Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Anon, Non-Feng Shui chatter... 1. To be truly honest, in this day and age, the first major consideration is on whether, have you installed an alarm system or if it is, is the system adequate. 2. This is because, as much as we like to use Feng Shui cures, things like #5 x 2 (misfortune sickness) can sometimes be twarted in a home by e.g. the installation of a hepa air cleaner etc.. 3. On the Flying Star Feng Shui 3.1 If the above are adequate, than, yes, it is best to neutralise the frontage with water position and a wind chime. 3.2 This is because, firstly the alternative of flying to Period 8, NW3 does not seem very good also given that P8, NW3 is not a very good overall chart to "fly to".

Dear Anon, Usually there are two ways of looking at the colour scheme of a bedroom or room:- A simplistic view:- This is by way of checking the family member's ba zi element and strength. For example, if the child or person occupying the bedroom is a weak water person, then the best colour for the bedroom is based on two colours:- 1. Metal (white or gold) 2. Water (blue, black or grey) In the above example, the room can be painted in neutral white. And curtains or bedsheets in blue or say grey, in colour. In a higher dimension of Feng Shui, the Flying star Feng shui is also combined to look at the bedroom. For example, say the person who is staying in the bedroom is a weak metal person. And his /her best elements or colours are:- 1. Earth (Yellow, cream or beige) 2. Metal (White or gold) But because the room is plagued by say bad yellow stars such as #5 or #2, although yellow, cream or beige fits this person, but because the bedroom cannot take earth colours because of bad yellow #5, then it is best to consider avoiding Earth tone colours for his/her room but to go for metal (white or gold) instead. Usually, this is the common standard practise amongst the majority of FS practitioners in the way of selecting colours for a new home. Say, if we have stayed in the home for a few years, and because of the above, e.g. the bedroom was painted yellow or cream and the person living there frequently falls sick, either it is best to change the colours or introduce "metal cures" to such a home. For a new home or a new home that is going to go for renovations, we can forgo cures but use colour schemes that avoid the Flying Star imbalances. No matter how, it is best to use the Flying star and or vs the ba zi since both uses the common denominator:- the Five elements concept. Frankly, if it all sounds complicated or greek, then, do get a FS practitioner to provide you futher advise on the painting of the rooms. However, if one does not want to consult a fs practitioner, than, try to paint neutral colours such as white or very light pastel shades of other colours. This is the best compromise. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Pam, Frankly, I would have to say, it depends! For a N3, P7 home, do check where are the activity rooms e.g. living or family rooms. If they are located at the back of this home, then, it is ok to keep to P7. However, the current P7 home has inauspicious #2 and #3 with #7 at the centrepoint of the home, thus is reflective of loss of wealth and sickness within the home. One may have to either consider changing to P8 or look at changing the main door direction to a N1 home (depending on the situation). Like I mentioned, more investigations should be made, first. Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Mdm Tan, Glad that you find this website useful a. From a Feng Shui point of view:- 1. Generally, it is a site worth considering as: 1.1. all the blocks can be of very high floor(s) 1.2. higher floors have generally good unobstructed views 2. For such a development, often, the aim is to get higher floors vs lower (1 to 5 storeys) 3. Try to use the Eight House to check to see if the home especially fits the breadwinner. 4. Another major Feng Shui consideration has also to do with where is the afternoon sun? Generally, it would be good if the masterbedroom, bedrooms and even the living rooms are not "bathed" by the afternoon sun. 5. Even if the rooms are not facing the afternoon sun; do check that the walls e.g. say the masterbedroom walls do not soak in the afternoon sun. This is because, it is a well know fact that concrete walls do "soak" up heat. And even in the evening, it can radiate heat as late as 7 or 8pm. From an economics point of view, or resale point of view, because of it's close proximty or next to the MRT station, it is "guaranteed" or there is some insurance with regards to resale in the future. With the expected glut in the condos -- in the next 10 to 20 years. This is where, most "salaried" workers would have to retire and may most likely have to sell their units - to maintain a certain standard of living or to 'cash-out' for their savings. Personally, because of it's close proximity to town, it is in my opinion, worth taking a look. Under Flying Star Feng Shui, if you do know how to chart one, it is good to see if the unit has any good qi for Period 8, also. Well, good luck in your house hunting! Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Sophia, In my opinion, it is acceptable to paint in the 9th lunar month. Some, however do select an auspicious date to start reno (repainting). Warmest Regards, Cecil

Dear Emily, If your wealth element is Wood, then you must either be a Strong or Weak Metal person. For a weak metal or strong metal person, his/her wealth element has to do with Wood. However, for a weak metal person, one cannot automatically gain wealth from "wood". This is because the weak metal person is too weak at the moment to draw wealth directly from wood. For a weak metal person, it is best to increase one's weak metal with (1st priority = earth element) and secondary adding more metal to metal. What happens if one is a strong Metal person:- Yes, in this case, finding a wood especially a STRONG wood person is good. Since wood is the wealth element of the strong metal person. If the person is a weak wood person, than it would not be advantages for the weak wood person since after you have "squeezed" out all the wealth from the weak wood person, he has nothing left for himself. Thus, it is important that a STRONG wood person is preferred. If you are a business women or a high flier or holding a high position (power and authority); then one should be looking for a STRONG fire person to support you. This is because for a Metal person (weak or strong), his/her wealth element is Wood. While FIRE element is considered as the person's POWER and AUTHORITY. Hope that helps. Cecil Lee

Dear Anon, 1. Five Elements concept and external facade of the building (or hotel) Under Feng Shui, often a competitor or even a person who wants to build a new home/office complex or any other business could employ a FS practitioner. More often, the FS practitioner will first scan the immediate environment to see what type of building could best be built on the site or plot of land. For example, if the neighbourhood is predominatly or has flat structures or rectangular shaped structures. This represents the earth element. Under the Five elements concept, the FS practitioner could either:- 1. Propose a tall and "thin" structure that is symbolic of a tree or (wood element). Here, under the destructive cycle of theFive Elements, wood or a tree's roots would be able to crush into the soil or (earth) to get nourishment. Thus, wealth is "taken" from the neighborhood. 2. On the other hand, the practitioner could recommend a metal shaped building e.g. a circular one. Here, under the five elements concept, earth harmonises with metal. Or in other words, under the productive cycle, metal draws nourishment from the "earth". 3. If the building has been built, colour scheme for the external of the building could be checked. 4. Thus, what the book mentioned is simply mentioning a general statement. Warmest Regards, Cecil