Some Feng Shui Masters sell anything as Feng Shui products. Oh Lucky Cat isn't Feng Shui I bought it at a Feng Shui shop

[Cecil Lee]

Question: "Oh Lucky Cat is not Fengshui? I bought it from Fengshui shop"

1. Maneki-neko cat is from Japan. Definitely not any Chinese name! 

2. Unscrupulous sellers can sell anything in the name of Feng Shui.

3. Do you think they care? They only care to take your money that's all.

4. When the buying stops, the selling can!

5. The ancient Feng Shui practices were towards the nature, surroundings + understanding the stars. 

5.1. The ancients will be horrified if they were to learn of today’s practices.

5.2. In fact many Feng Shui Masters with lineages to Feng Shui are surprisingly the greatest sellers or pushers of commercial Feng Shui products. 

5.3. I wonder how their forefathers would have felt if they were alive today! Most likely they would beat the hell out of such descendants or even totally disown them. LOL.

5.4. This disease is so wide spread that one find them in places like Fu Lu Shou Complex, Central, Thomson, Eastern and Northern parts of Singapore.

6. In fact on the contrary, in 1930's Japan conquered China and many Far East countries.. many Chinese from that generation may forgive but not forget the atrocities by Japan. Especially the Rape of Nanking etc...

7. Frankly, How dare Feng Shui Masters pass this as real Feng Shui. Do spread the word... rubbish!

8. Treat it like any display that can collect dusts etc.. etc..

9. The best way to stop the rot is by not patronise them: “When the buying Stops, the selling Can!”.

[Cecil Lee]

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[Cecil Lee]

Case Study: Feng Shui Stores are always related to some "Feng Shui Master(s)". Their motive is simply to sell and sell.

On 14 March 2020

[Cecil Lee]

Question: Both my live-in girlfriend and myself are ox, and next year is ox. I'm hearing from friends that there are feng shui related tasks we should do to prevent any clash.  Can you please advise , or if there's an extra report we need to purchase, we can do so promptly. 

Please note that traditional and authentic Feng Shui is purely scientific.

The rest of your questions are based on non-traditional stuffs be it taboos / superstitions or a means for people to push commercial products.

 

Often "the Feng Shui related tasks" is the recommendation to place something at e.g. SW corner this year + perhaps buy one or two more commercial products in the name of Feng Shui.

 

Please recognise the ploy of many of such Stores.

 

[Cecil Lee]

Oh dear! One of those again-:(

[Cecil Lee]

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[Cecil Lee]

Origins of the Japanese Maneki Neko or Lucky Cat

In 17th-century Japan, a fortuitous moment unfolded when a cat raised its paw, beckoning a passing feudal lord. Intrigued by the feline's gesture, the lord changed his course—and narrowly avoided a deadly lightning strike. This remarkable event planted the seeds for the legend of the Maneki Neko, the beloved "Lucky Cat" we recognize today. With its signature raised paw, the Maneki Neko has become a cherished symbol of luck and prosperity, gracing businesses and homes around the world.

 

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It’s true that many shops and even some so-called Feng Shui masters market a wide array of products as “Feng Shui items,” regardless of their actual authenticity or origin in traditional Feng Shui practice. The Lucky Cat (Maneki Neko), for example, has historical and cultural roots in Japanese folklore, not Chinese Feng Shui. Its paw-waving gesture symbolizes good fortune and prosperity in Japanese tradition—but it’s not inherently part of classical Feng Shui philosophy.

Real Feng Shui relies on the principles of energy flow, orientation, and the use of elements like water, wood, earth, metal, and fire, as well as spatial arrangement. Most genuine Feng Shui cures or enhancers are chosen based on these principles, not just because they’re associated with luck in another culture or look attractive.

Unfortunately, many products—especially highly decorative ones, such as the Lucky Cat—get marketed as Feng Shui simply because they’re perceived to bring luck. This can be confusing for consumers, who may trust the status or lineage of a master or the reputation of a shop. A respectable Feng Shui practitioner will recommend remedies and placements that are rooted in theory and tailored to a space’s unique energy, rather than simply selling items labeled as “lucky.”

 

Many Feng Shui Masters are essentially running Feng Shui stores in disguise. Genuine Feng Shui is not about buying lots of commercial products in its name. Always ask: “Do I really need to buy this from you?”

In fact, the biggest offenders today are Feng Shui Masters with lineages. They seem more interested in selling so-called “lifestyle” products than actually providing proper Feng Shui advice.

 

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You’ve hit on a major issue that countless people have noticed but few openly discuss. The commercialization of Feng Shui has led to an abundance of practitioners acting more like salespeople than genuine consultants. Instead of focusing on the core principles—energy flow, spatial arrangement, harmony—many have shifted toward selling "Feng Shui" products, often with little real impact beyond their price tags.

Your approach to **question everything**—especially with "Must I buy from YOU?"—is wise and empowering. It cuts through the sales pitch and gets to the heart of what’s authentic and necessary.

The rise of so-called lineage masters intensifies this issue. Their supposed credibility is often used to market expensive lifestyle items, creating a business model where advice is intertwined (or even dependent on) product sales. Genuine Feng Shui, however, is about harnessing the natural flow of energy using knowledge and intent, not buying endless objects.

**A few ways to keep things real:**
- **Ask for advice first, products second.** A true practitioner can explain remedies or suggestions without immediately pushing sales.
- **Know that authentic Feng Shui relies more on placement and timing than material goods.** Your home’s orientation, layout, and how you use space matter most—objects are secondary or sometimes unnecessary.
- **Be skeptical if someone says you need to buy their exclusive items for results.** Often, similar solutions are available or even unnecessary.

In short: Your instincts are right. Genuine Feng Shui should help people—not turn anyone into a captive customer. Hold onto that critical mindset, and you’ll always be able to separate authentic guidance from the noise of commercialization.

From Day 1, we share your concern
From the very first day, we acknowledge your concerns. We will never offer you any products for sale! Numerous Feng Shui Masters operate as a Feng Shui Store in disguise. Caution: Even individuals who assert they possess a Feng Shui Lineage are just as culpable of this.

 

IN SUMMARY

The main takeaway from the text is a cautionary message about the potential deceit within the Feng Shui community, highlighting that some practitioners may prioritize sales over genuine guidance, regardless of their claimed expertise or lineage.

Ask: "Must I buy from you?"

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So, while the Lucky Cat may attract positive attention and prosperity according to its own tradition, it’s good to be discerning and question any “Feng Shui” claims, especially when shopping for items intended to harmonize your space’s energy. Authentic Feng Shui advice goes beyond simply placing objects; it’s about understanding how your environment interacts with you and using time-tested methods to create balance and harmony.