Understanding Qi and Energy from a Daoist Perspective
Intro: In Chinese thought, Qi (pronounced “chee”) is often translated as “energy,” but in Daoist philosophy it refers to something far subtler—the living breath of…
Author: Salongie
Kitchen Feng Shui: Balancing Fire and Water for Harmony
The Alchemy of the Kitchen In the world of Feng Shui, few spaces hold as much power and promise as the kitchen. It is the…
Backing and Bright Hall: Feng Shui Meets Environmental Psychology
Our sense of ease and agency in a place is not just about how it looks. It comes from feeling protected while being able to…
Mirrors in Feng Shui: Placement, Purpose, and Psychology
Walking past a mirror late at night can trigger an unexpected unease that seems to come from nowhere. Two seemingly identical rooms can evoke completely…
The Five Sacred Principles of Yin-Yang
Remember that black and white embracing circle from our first article? You've already discovered the basic dance of Yin-Yang— not a battle between good and…
What is Yin-Yang? Understanding the Dance of Opposites
The Ancient Secret Behind Life's Perfect Balance Have you ever noticed how your most creative breakthroughs happen after periods of rest? Or how the calmest…
How to Read Qi in Your Home: A Complete Guide to Feng Shui Energy Assessment
Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt uncomfortable, but couldn't explain why? Or perhaps you've experienced the opposite - entering a space…
The History of Feng Shui I: Origins and Early Foundations
From Ancient Chinese Cosmology to the Birth of Site Selection Practices Introduction: Why Understanding Feng Shui's History Matters Feng Shui has been a way for…
What Is Feng Shui?
Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living What is Feng Shui? Feng Shui is a time-honored Chinese system that studies how your environment influences your life. With…
Finding Your Energy Direction with the Luo Pan
A Compass for the Soul: More Than Just Directions The Luo Pan isn’t just a Feng Shui compass for measuring space—it’s a tool for aligning…