The term 'Feng Shui' has become a buzzword that crops up in most conversations about homes and interiors. It is an ancient Chinese science, and the word when translated into English means 'wind water'. The basic concept of Feng Shui revolves around the usage of the laws of Heaven and Earth to ensure the movement of positive Qi. Qi is a flow of energy that affects the environment around individuals, and can have positive or negative impacts. Life today has become complicated and the stresses and strains of survival take their toll on the best and strongest of individuals. Added to this could be negative forces, which impact the health, peace and harmony in the domestic quarter. At such times, in sheer desperation, one may turn to Feng Shui to find solutions that would make things work in a positive manner. It helps to bring back harmony by regulating the flow of life energies. This can be done by either building homes in area with good Qi, or finding ways to change existing homes so that they fall in line with Qi. Proper alignment holds the key to success, good health and happiness. Feng Shui also propagates having a positive approach to life as positive forces attract positive outcomes. Feng Shui uses the concept of Qi along with the Yin and Yang, the complimentary forces that exist but work in opposite directions. The idea being that the effect of the positive and negative balances out favorably. Earth, wood, fire, water, and metal are the five elements of Feng Shui that have an impact on the home or work environment. All the five elements do not compliment each other and some can have a negative impact when brought together. Therefore, while using each of these five elements in the home it is important to know which elements are compatible. Each of these elements transforms the home environment in a specific manner. Thus water trickling down a fountain brings a steady flow of wealth and prosperity, while an excessive flow down the sink or toilet may lead to a loss of wealth, illness etc. Development and creative attributes can be incorporated into the home with the use of wood. Earth is considered a grounding feature and brings permanence into relationships and situations. The fire element is the most powerful of all and infuses energy and enthusiasm. While using these elements the Feng Shui expert will always keep their compatibility in mind, to ensure that they have a positive impact, and not worsen the existing situation. Energy is a flow, and its directional movement must be favorable to bring health, success and harmony. Feng Shui is used extensively in Singapore by people doing up the interiors of their homes. Interior design completed according to this Chinese science is believed to bring good luck.
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The term 'Feng Shui' has become a buzzword that crops up in most conversations about homes and interiors. It is an ancient Chinese science, and the word when translated into English means 'wind water'.
Albert Lee is a full time writer working for www.mycontractor.sg MyContractor.sg is an online market place that brings together local Singapore Renovation contractors and specialized workmen with consumers. Visit Feng Shui - The Key to Peace and Harmony in the Home.
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