THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF FENG SHUI

Schools of Feng Shui

How did Feng Shui come to you? Most likely on your journey to a more tranquil lifestyle, Feng Shui was presented to you as something that you were already doing but you didn't have a name for it. Then only naturally a friend told you more about it or even a YouTube video recommendation that confirmed this mysterious realm to be true.

And just like that you started to divulge into this new adventure but when did you start feeling bombarded with countless definitions on what exactly Feng Shui is?

"Feng Shui has developed into various different forms"

Books, guru's, self help mediums all giving their take on Feng Shui sometimes seem to contradict each other. Over the years, Feng Shui has developed into various different forms, which has resulted in a variety of schools. And even when the underlying core of Feng Shui concepts remain similar, the art of Feng Shui has become dynamic, so don't be shy to the offers made by different suggestions. However due diligence is a ship worth sailing.

It doesn’t necessarily mean that anyone is wrong, just experiencing Feng Shui at a different level, culture and tolerance . There is usually more than one way to achieve a desired result.

For example, if I were to rearrange some rooms for a property before it was opened for public viewing and the rooms were small, perhaps with small tight corridors, I might recommend something like the following:

"Some may not agree and feel uncomfortable"

Give each room the feel of openness by having lightly colored translucent curtains, allowing natural light to penetrate. Create space by avoiding furniture or decors in the corners.

Some may not agree and feel uncomfortable with curtains that are almost see through and empty corners in a room where one would like to put plants or pet beds. Therefore, It may be a good idea for you to get Feng Shui quotes from two or more feng shui experts. If there are multiple opinions, it probably means you are going to be able to achieve the desired result.

Origins of Feng Shui

Feng Shui originated in ancient China and all the classical schools of thought and methods were developed there. The observation and analysis of landforms, waterways and structural placement have been translated into the human sphere and energy fields. This is what is now known as the formulae for calculating things such as the distribution and quality of qi, elemental balance, auspicious and inauspicious directions and locations which determine the measures to be taken in order to manifest the desired outcome.

Different Schools of Feng Shui

Classic Form Feng Shui

The oldest documented form of classical Feng Shui that started in Ancient China was originally focused with the placement and orientation of tombs for the dead. As it became adopted these measures were transferred to the landmarks and living placements. The people of that time assessed the shapes of objects and its positions that would transform the land and agriculture, and harmonizing the flow of qi with yin and yang.

Numbers of Feng Shui aka Feng Shui Compass

Compass Feng Shui are numerical calculations based on the direction of the object, which is determined using a Chinese Luo Pan. The eight compass sectors and the trigrams are used for the flying stars analysis which is astrological.

"Feng Shui is expanding into other realms"

Contemporary Feng Shui

Contemporary is the western interpretation of Feng Shui. The approach is based on the psychology and emotions through a targeted focus on an individuals goals and the different aspects of the individuals life. Contemporary Feng Shui is expanding into other realms as it becomes more notable the the flow of qi and vibrations are a universal feat and not confined to a niche or people.