Feng Shui: Beyond Myths and Trinkets

Google Feng Shui, and you'll get millions of results—each promising to unlock wealth, success, and overnight fortune. Sound familiar? If so, read on…

Everyone knows Feng Shui translates to wind and water. But did you know this ancient Chinese science was originally used to predict weather patterns, helping farmers protect their crops? It wasn’t just about homes and offices—it was a tool for winning wars, building empires, and securing power and prosperity.

Over centuries, Feng Shui evolved—and with it came distortions and superstitions. Somewhere along the way, it became about lucky frogs, laughing Buddhas, and trinkets. As it spread beyond China, it picked up New Age rituals that had little to do with its true essence.

But here’s the real question:

Do you know why you’re placing that fierce-looking Chinese god in your home?

What if those objects don’t resonate with you or your culture?

True Feng Shui isn’t about blindly displaying symbols. It’s about harnessing beneficial energies and deflecting outdated ones—all without needing a single statue if you don’t want one. With the right knowledge, you can shift energy by repositioning furniture, adjusting colors, and balancing elements in your surroundings.

So, will Feng Shui make you rich overnight? Absolutely not. If that were the case, I’d be sipping cocktails in a beachside mansion in the Bahamas.

What Feng Shui does do is clear obstacles, align opportunities, and create an environment where success can flourish. But success still requires hard work, dedication, and action.

So, next time you’re tempted to buy a Feng Shui item, ask yourself:

  • What does this symbolize?

  • How does it work in my space?

  • Does it align with my culture and beliefs?

If you don’t have a clear answer, you might just be falling for Feng Shui myths—instead of unlocking its true power.