Five Elements Branch
Water ElementWater is one of the key elements in Feng Shui. It is a very powerful element, and must be used in moderation. It is a symbol of abundance and prosperity. It is associated with Career, Life Path, and Business Growth. Of all the 5 Elements, water is said to have the greatest power to create wealth.
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Moving water is Yang water. It is energetic, and is used to enhance the 8 White Star ( Wealth and Financial Returns ). Water should always be clean, clear and free flowing and it should never be left stagnant. Stagnant water ( Yin ) is very dangerous as it brings Sha Qi ( killing energy ), and can cause sickness, accident, and/or loss of wealth.
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Yang water is moving water such as having an aquarium or a water feature with a filter/pump. Yin water is still water such as water in a vase of flowers, a bowl of water or some indoor bamboo that grows in a small amount of water. Area around water feature must not be cluttered.
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Indoor water feature should be placed close to window to draw in the good energy. For outdoor installation, place it in the direction of a window to capture Chi from wind/air ( Feng ), and letting it touch the water ( Shui ) before the auspicious energy is drawn into the home or building.
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Colours : Water ElementBlack, blue or grey are associated with Water Element.
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Hours : Water ElementTime period: 9.00pm to 1.00 am
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Sickness : Water ElementIllnesses associated with Water Element include kidney, nose and ear.
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Favourable Direction : Water ElementPaint your main door a rich blue or black to stimulate wealth if your home faces southeast, north, east, or southwest direction.
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Some practitioners suggest adding blue colour to the North Ba Gua area to boost income and money instead of enhancing the Southeast Sector ( Wealth ) as wealth is associated with accumulated assets such as shares, investments, and savings ( not income ). Personally, I am just as happy with either one !
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Luck : Water ElementLuck cures include fish tank, wavy structures, fountain, and bathtub.
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Character : Water ElementStrength: Intelligent, Hyper-active, Multi-talented and Agile.
Weaknesses: Opportunistic, sometimes unable to withdraw when something goes bad. |
Water Element exhausts Metal Element. It is safer to use water plants, images of water or colours ( blue and/or black ) as cures. It is best to engage an experienced practitioner for installing moving-water features such as fountain and aquarium. The consequences can be dire if moving water is placed incorrectly.
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