I purchased "The Western Guide to Feng Shui,
Room by Room" by Terah Kathryn Collins back
in August. Since that time, my finances have
gone all out of whack! I made changes that
were to benefit my financial well being, but
instead, by the end of each month, I have
maybe $5 left in my bank account. A lot of
the money has gone towards car repairs...it's
been in the shop three times in the last
month, and the repairs have reached the
$1,000 mark.
Also, just purchasing the supplies to make
the changes...crystals, fountains, linens,
paint, etc. have taken it's toll on my
wallet. A friend suggested that it takes time
for the energy to change for the better,
however I would expect status quo, not a
total reversal of fortune!
What did I do wrong?

Dear Rick,

1. Overall, what we are trying to achieve is to increase our luck.
2. Feng Shui focuses on improving our Earth Luck.
3. The Feng Shui of interiors is just one part of our total Earth Luck.
4. For example, the location and building itself can sometimes account for 30 to 50 percent of our Earth Luck.
5. In my opinion, it’s a common mistake to pay excessive attention to just one corner—like decorating a single area—when that corner may represent only 1/8 of the total 8 or 9 sectors typically analyzed. In more detailed studies, this can expand to 24 sectors and beyond.
6. It’s a bit like taking an exam.
6.1 If you’re asked to answer four questions, each worth 25 marks for a total of 100%, failing to answer the last question could mean failing the exam.
7. Another comparison is sometimes we don’t answer what's actually being asked.
7.1 For instance, if the question is: What are the advantages and disadvantages of Feng Shui cures? Some may focus only on the cures themselves and reply with a list—wind chimes, crystals, water fountains, etc.—missing the point. The question is about the benefits and drawbacks, not just the types.
8. Similarly, placing wind chimes or fountains without proper Feng Shui analysis is missing the purpose.
9. Another aspect is like the overuse of antibiotics. Too much use makes them ineffective. The same happens with Feng Shui—placing cures everywhere can become excessive and lose effectiveness.
10. Therefore, proper Feng Shui doesn’t mean spending money on objects hoping for wealth, or just focusing on corners or sectors. This approach is unlikely to give results.
11. Overdoing these things can actually create imbalance.
12. My personal advice is to return to a zero-base approach in Feng Shui: avoid using too many objects, restore your home to its original state, or seek proper guidance.

In Summary:
The main goal of Feng Shui is to enhance luck, particularly Earth Luck. True Feng Shui requires a holistic approach, considering factors like the building’s location, which can significantly influence overall luck, rather than just focusing on interiors or single corners. Overemphasizing specific areas or relying heavily on objects such as wind chimes or crystals without proper analysis can be ineffective or even cause imbalance. Proper Feng Shui is not about buying objects or decorating certain spots, but about a thorough, balanced approach. It’s best to avoid excessive remedies and instead return to basics or consult qualified guidance.

Warmest Regards,
Cecil

 

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On 1/3/01 3:04:00 PM, Anonymous wrote:
I purchased "The Western Guide
to Feng Shui,
Room by Room" by Terah Kathryn
Collins back
in August. Since that time, my
finances have
gone all out of whack! I made
changes that
were to benefit my financial
well being, but
instead, by the end of each
month, I have
maybe $5 left in my bank
account. A lot of
the money has gone towards car
repairs...it's
been in the shop three times
in the last
month, and the repairs have
reached the
$1,000 mark.
Also, just purchasing the
supplies to make
the changes...crystals,
fountains, linens,
paint, etc. have taken it's
toll on my
wallet. A friend suggested
that it takes time
for the energy to change for
the better,
however I would expect status
quo, not a
total reversal of fortune!
What did I do wrong?

 

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