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Understanding Qi from a Classical Feng Shui Perspective

Posted on August 27, 2023 by Derelle Ball

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Exploring the Four Laws of Ecology & Classical Feng Shui

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Derelle Ball

The principles of Ecology and Feng Shui, though rooted in vastly different cultural and academic traditions, converge in their respect and understanding of the environment. At the heart of both disciplines lies the recognition that our surroundings deeply influence our lives. Let's explore the Four Laws of Ecology and understand how they relate to the principles of Classical Feng Shui.

1. Everything is Connected to Everything Else

Ecologists have long emphasized that every organism, environment and element in an ecosystem is intertwined. A change in one area can ripple out and affect other areas. This interconnection ensures the delicate balance that keeps an ecosystem thriving.

In the realm of Feng Shui, the concept of Qi (transformative life force energy), underlines this interconnectedness. Just as water flows through a landscape connecting different parts, Qi flows through and above the earth and our living spaces. If the flow of Qi is blocked or misdirected, it can influence our health, abundance opportunity and emotions. By ensuring a harmonious flow of Qi, Feng Shui aims to establish a nurturing connection between the inhabitants and their environment.

2. Everything Must Go Somewhere

Barry Commoner, an influential Ecologist, proclaimed that there’s no such thing as ‘throwing something away.’ Whatever we discard remains in the environment in some form. Waste, pollution and any product we create, doesn't just vanish; it moves, settles and influences some other part of the ecosystem.

From a Feng Shui perspective, if there’s a significantly cluttered area in your home, it can stagnate energy, leading to potential issues in your life. The practice of Feng Shui, much like Ecology, teaches us to be mindful of where energy or items are directed or stored, ensuring balance and harmony.

3. Nature Knows Best

Nature, with billions of years of evolution under its belt, operates with a wisdom that human endeavours often struggle to comprehend. Ecosystems have a way of self-regulating, maintaining balance and ensuring survival.

Classical Feng Shui, too, respects the natural order. Authentic Feng Shui practices avoid trinket remedies and instead focus on aligning human-made spaces with the natural world. Whether it's by orientating a home to harness the best natural energies or by placing a bed in alignment with Earth's magnetic fields, Feng Shui acknowledges and celebrates the wisdom of nature.

4. There’s No Such Thing as a Free Lunch

Every benefit we reap from the environment comes at a cost. While we might enjoy short-term gains from exploiting natural resources, the long-term repercussions are often detrimental.

This principle mirrors Feng Shui’s concept of balance. Over-emphasizing one aspect of your life or space can lead to neglect in others. For example, if you overly focus on accumulating abundance Qi via the activation of auspicious water star energies, yet neglect to position your bed so that the bedhead draws in benevolent mountain star energy that is supported in the surrounding landform, you will likely find that while wealth opportunity flows in, your well-being suffers. It’s a reminder that everything has its price and that true harmony requires balance in all facets of our lives. 

Connecting the Dots: Ecology Meets Feng Shui

At the heart of both Ecology and Feng Shui is a profound respect for the environment. While Ecologists study interactions in natural habitats to ensure sustainability, Feng Shui Masters analyse spaces to optimize life energy. Both recognise that short-sighted actions can lead to long-term consequences and balance, sustainability and respect for the natural world around us is essential for harmony and well-being.

In today's world, where our environment is under threat and mental well-being is often at stake, integrating the wisdom of Ecology and Feng Shui can provide a holistic path forward. By understanding and respecting the principles that govern nature and energy, we can create spaces that not only nurture us but also tread lightly on the planet.

Australian Feng Shui Master/Consultant, Derelle Ball can help you enhance the health, wealth and nurturing Feng Shui potential of your home with a detailed user-friendly Feng Shui Report.  For further information click: Off-Site Residential Feng Shui Consultation.  

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The 8 Keys to Wellness: A Holistic Approach to a Happier, Healthier Life

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Derelle Ball

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Feng Shui & the Psychology of Colour: Crafting a Relaxed Home Environment in Your Living Area and Bedroom

Posted on August 12, 2023 by Derelle Ball

The colours around us are silent influencers of our mood and emotions. Ever felt calm in one room and invigorated in another? Delve into the world of colour psychology and Feng Shui with our latest article on crafting the perfect living and bedroom ambiance.

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The Hungry Ghost Festival: A Time of Connection and Reflection

Posted on August 05, 2023 by Derelle Ball

The Hungry Ghost Festival is a cherished and meaningful time, filled with tradition, reunion, and remembrance. It builds a symbolic bridge between the living and the deceased, offering us a chance to honour those who came before us and strengthen our connection with them.

A blend of ancient Chinese religious and philosophical traditions shape the Hungry Ghost Festival. It intertwines the wisdom of Taoism with the spiritual teachings of Buddhism.

The Hungry Ghost Festival is a special occasion that takes place during the seventh month of the Chinese lunar calendar, a period known as the Ghost Month. During this month, the gates of the spiritual realm are said to open wide, releasing restless and hungry spirits to visit our world.

The Hungry Ghost Festival itself is typically celebrated on the 15th day of the lunar month, and this year's Hungry Ghost Festival occurs on August 30, (a Geng Shen/Metal Monkey Day).

The Hungry Ghost Festival is an expression of respect, reconnection and compassion. It aims to:

• Honour and Acknowledge: The festival pays homage to hungry ghosts who have been released during Ghost Month, especially those who died due to misfortune.
• Satisfy and Pacify: Through various rituals and offerings, the living seek to comfort and satisfy these wandering spirits, ensuring peace in the home and community.

The Hungry Ghost Festival is marked by several traditional and heart-felt practices:

• Feed the Hungry Ghosts: Offerings of food are prepared to keep the ghosts content. Burning incense and making symbolic food offerings help maintain harmony. 
• Honour Loved Ones and Ancestors: Spend time reminiscing and sharing treasured memories of your loved ones and ancestors.
• Burn Offerings: Sage, sandalwood or bay leaves can be burnt to cleanse and connect with the spiritual realm while focusing thoughts on love, forgiveness, and cherished memories with those from the past.
• Attend Performances: Embrace the senses with cultural experiences and the arts and keep your loved ones in your heart as you enjoy beautiful, uplifting experiences.
• Sail Lantern Boats: Send a letter to your lost loved ones on a paper boat, using eco-friendly materials.

During this sacred time, certain taboos should also be observed to avoid attracting excessive Yin Qi and unwanted spiritual attention:

Avoid Staying Out Late: Ghosts are more active at night.

Respect Offerings: Don't take what's meant for others.

Mind Your Clothing: Hanging clothes outside overnight can attract strong yin energy.

Be Careful with Water: Avoid swimming after dark or in deep, dark waters.

Postpone Major Life Events: Wait for a more auspicious time. 

In the world of Feng Shui, the Hungry Ghost Festival brings attention to specific energy flows and spiritual connections. Certain locations, such as churches and temples, harbour energy that connects more fully with Yin Qi and spiritual influence according to the specific orientation and surrounding landform in which they were constructed.

Moreover, some homes may contain energy patterns that link the earthly and spiritual realms. For example, the East sector of a home facing Zi/N2 with an inherent 5 6 2 energy flow might need careful handling as the veil between the living and the spirit world will be quite fine in this location. Decorating the East sector of that home with protective metal element, cool tones and maintaining open internal energy pathways to the ruling Water Star Qi (depending on the current Time Period) can help keep the energy calm and less likely to stir up ghostly occurrences.

Another way to help calm the East sector of the above-mentioned home and simultaneously invite positive new, vibrant energy into the dwelling is by conducting a Sun Ceremony or space clearing during specific periods of time each year that connect this home with strong, vibrant, yang/active Qi.  In this case, the time frames would be: January 21 - February 3, May 22 - June 5, and September 24 - October 8 when a Sun Ceremony, space clearing and/or a fun, noisy social event held at the home can uplift and revitalize the energy for the benefit of the home’s occupants.

The Hungry Ghost Festival offers a beautiful opportunity to reflect, remember, and reconnect. It invites us to embrace the teachings of both Taoism and Buddhism, forging a deeper understanding of life, death, and the eternal bonds that connect us all. 

Australian Feng Shui Master Consultant, Derelle Ball can help you enhance the health, wealth and nurturing Feng Shui potential of your home with a detailed user-friendly Feng Shui Report.  For further information visit: Off-Site Residential Feng Shui Consultation.  

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