Fake Feng ShuiFake Feng Shui - the real systems are often confused with other disciplines. This article will show you which fields are often seen as Feng Shui, and what that practice really is. Most of the fields below are based on belief, spiritualism and psychology. Traditional Feng shui methods do not use any of the following practices.
No longer shrouded in mystique, read Feng Shui Facts for more insights on why Feng Shui isn't that easy and how the unregulated industry has caused some damage.
And to find out what exactly what I do and don't do as a Feng Shui practitioner read this article on Feng Shui Consultations - Fact from fiction. AstrologyChinese Astrology is used with some of the Feng Shui methods. Bear in mind that none of the methods I currently use contain Chinese Astrology. Astrology is personal to you. Some Feng Shui methods such as East-West School use just your date of birth to find out your Kua numbers and the best positions for you in your property. Western Astrology has no relevance to Feng Shui.
ReligionFeng Shui is not a religion, faith based practice or belief system. It is a set of tools for environment analysis. Religions, by whatever name do not cross over with Feng Shui. Whether you are a Catholic, Hindu or atheist – Feng Shui can be applied to your property without crossing over your principles or beliefs.
Paranormal / Unexplained / Magic / Witchcraft / SuperstitionThere are no voodoo tricks, spells or ghosts in traditional Feng Shui. Rest assured that the methods used do not awaken spirits, place curses or use black arts. Feng Shui systems are based on astronomy, geography and human interactions. Less far out there than you think.
CrystalsIn traditional Feng Shui the material crystal represents the Water Element in the 5 Element Theory. In new age Feng Shui, crystals have become a gimmick - hang a Feng Shui crystal in your love corner for your relationship to be healed........ Believe what you will. Crystals are seen to have healing properties depending on the type of crystal, but this is not part of authentic Feng Shui at all.
Geopathic Stress / Earth Acupuncture / DowsingDowsing for Geopathic Stress is an entirely separate practice from Feng Shui. This practice focuses on locating negative earth energy lines with the art of dowsing rods or a pendulum. Negative energy lines are associated with ill health. This again is belief based.
Space ClearingSome Feng Shui practitioners offer space clearing services, however this is fake Feng Shui and not a recognised traditional method. Space Clearing is used to refresh the atmosphere in a room. Residual Chi is said to build up in your home from emotions and experiences; in the walls, furniture and fittings, where it become stuck over time. A Space Clearing ceremony is then performed to give the energy a spring clean and to get life moving once again.
Intention, Positive Affirmations, Law of AttractionSome Feng Shui practitioners use a mixture of psychology and spiritualism as a system for Feng Shui, again not the case for traditional methods. These practices are completely separate and are based on finding inner belief and surrounding yourself with positive verbal and visual associations.
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