FREEFLOW FENG SHUI NEWSLETTER
MAY 2011

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Greetings all,

What results did you get from discovering the polarity of your room, house or office? Yin or Yang? Do let me know.

We’ve been enjoying one of the warmest springs on record. It’s been quite a sudden shift from the extremely YIN winter and all the snow to the now very YANG hot temperatures and prolonged dryness. The balancing of YIN and YANG, highlighted in my last newsletter, is a constant dynamic. In summer, foods best to eat to ingest some YIN into our bodies, are leafy, light, upward growing foods, such as lettuce and spinach. In the winter the opposite is true, where root vegetables, and dishes which are cooked slowly and for a long time provide YANG Chi.

Now with the beginning of Summer upon us, we may seek YIN unconsciously, looking for a dark area of shade if spending too long out in the YANG sun; cool water if our mouth is dry. We naturally seek this balance.

 
9 Star Ki – May 2011
May 6th through to June 5th sees the Ki cycle turning to a 5 Earth (T’ai Ch) month.
This is the original ‘map’ orientation, which means our Stars rests in the house to which it belongs.

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Lo Shu Grid – May 2011

 
9 Star Ki Forecast for May
9 Fire Star – You’re on top of the pile this month, fully in the spotlight and ready to be noticed, and sometimes from unexpected sources. You’re innate ability to find illumination in any situation is heightened and there for all to see.

8 Earth Star – Release any pressures this month by taking some time out of your daily routine for reading or study and let yourself relax. It’s important this month and year to stay flexible in mind and body. Visit a yoga class and stretch those meridians.

7 Metal Star – In this potentially changeable year, this is a month to relax, bring joy into your life and find an outlet for your creative urges. You may feel more ready to socialise and entertain this month so let your hair down and be carefree for a while.

6 Metal Star – People will seek you out for your strength of opinion and clarity of mind. As well as focusing on them give yourself some time to tie any loose ends that have been hanging open for a while. Consolidate.

5 Earth Star – Being in the centre of the Lo Shu Grid, also gives you the ability to connect to everyone around you. In this changing time, stay grounded as you may find yourself being attractive to others for advice and support.

4 Wood Star – The connectivity to all things is heightened this month. Be careful not to let your energy and enthusiasm push others into situations they find difficult. Trust your intuition as it is always right.

3 Wood Star – The vital and upward energy of spring and morning is yours this month. It’s your innate ability to empower those around you with your passion and enthusiasm. Give those plans an open road and push forwards with them.

2 Soil Star – Your generous and giving nature may find yourself in a romantic situation this month. As you find it important to care for others, you must also not forget to care for yourself. Remember to allow space for yourself.

1 Water Star – Your deep spiritual nature is in focus this month, don’t sink too deeply though, remain spontaneous and explore your creativity. Also, don’t be frustrated if things aren’t moving forward; this is a time for planning.

If you don’t know what your 9 Star Ki number is please visit: http://www.freeflow-fengshui.com/resources/ki/ki_calculator.php

 
Flying Stars

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Key: Top right number relates to Original Lo Shu, Top left the Year Grid and the other is the Month Stars.

Looking at the property and the flying stars for May as above I can see that the fantastic stars 8, 1 and 6 are all in the northern sectors. Get busy with the vacuum cleaner and duster, clean and clutter clear these sectors in your home to allow this splendid auspicious energy to blossom in your home. The South is a romantic area, where the West is a potential for security issues. Check your windows and security here particularly if your front door faces this direction.

As this time of year is important for students concentrating on their exams and study. Use the South East of your home/room/bedroom to knuckle down and delve into your books. Make sure it is clear of clutter and any other distractions.

 
WORKSHOP – JULY 2011
Introduction to 9 Star Ki

Date: 30th July 2011
Venue: Friends Meeting House, Upper Goat Lane, Norwich NR2 1EW (LINK)
Time: 10am to 4.30pm – (45 minutes lunch break at 1pm)

This workshop offers a fun and informative introduction to an ancient form of astrology - 9 Star Ki. Powerful and easily accessible, 9 star Ki offers a unique way of looking at personality, behaviour, interpersonal relationships and to find out where you are within the cycle of chi for each month and year. With its roots from the I Ching trigrams and the 5 Taoist elements and using the Lo Shu map we can determine from any date of birth a profile of 3 stars used in the analysis. Very little calculation is involved.

Cost: £50.00
> Book before the 15th July and receive a 20% Discount (FEE – £40)

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO BOOK YOUR PLACE – Visit http://www.freeflow-fengshui.com/feng_shui_workshops.php

 

All my best wishes,

David Walters Dip Chiro.

Consultant

FREEFLOW FENG SHUI

+44(0)7929 778 002

www.freeflow-fengshui.com

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Spring has really kicked into action now, and hopefully you are all feeling the benefits of a little more sun on your heads!

April follows what I saw as a very intense month last month, with three days during March creating hot spots of change and upheaval. April however sees the 6 Metal Star gain centre stage and a certain stability and reasoning. The 6 ‘heaven’ Star relates to the I Ching Trigram made up of all three YANG lines, the ultimate masculine energy; Father. With this, comes responsibility, courage and to a degree a sensitivity due to the pressures of fatherhood. The 6 Metal energy also creates clarity of mind, the ability to focus and channel directly ones Chi. It does however lend to an unyielding, inflexible attitude at times when the pressure is on.

During the next few months I will be imparting some knowledge on a general Feng Shui level. With this month talking about how to determine whether your property is more masculine or feminine. As Feng Shui is primarily about the balance of Yin and Yang, it is important to know what imbalance is occurring in your home, so you can correct it.

As you look out of your front door. Draw a straight line backwards through your house, to determine which side is larger? The left or the right?

The left hand side is where the Dragon resides; masculine YANG energy, whereas the right the Tiger and feminine, YIN energy. With this simple exercise you can very quickly determine whether your house is more Dragon or Tiger based, YANG or YIN.

For example, if you live in a terrace at the right hand end of a long row of houses, with your door, on the right hand side, (as you look out!) the home you live in is very very YANG. As there are lots of support and structure on the left belonging to the Dragon. This property would be most suitable for a single male for example, but not suitable for a single female. The trick is to ‘balance’ the energy in your home to create harmony between YIN and YANG. In the above instance, lots of feminine energy can be introduced by planting a flowering border on the RHS (as you look out) decorating inside with nice colours, and symbols of femininity, keeping it clean and beautified.

The same can be done for your whole plot of land looking out from the entranceway or gate, likewise your office or bedroom. Try it and see what you come up with?

9 Star Ki April 2011
In 9 Star Ki, April 5th until May 5th sees the turning of the Ki cycle to a 6 Metal (Heaven/Father) month!

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Lo Shu Grid – April 2011

Your 9 Star Ki Forecast for April

9 Fire Star – The 8 House this month can lend itself to you feeling slightly isolated and out of touch. It’s a MOUNTAIN in which we can hide. Don’t fall too deeply into its cave and keep a careful watch on your communication. I prefer to look at this month as a study month, but remember to get out and about and keep up the social interactions. Health wise, the earth element relates to our immune system, spleen, stomach and pancreas, so it would be wise to boost your system with a healthy diet and avoid excess.

8 Earth Star – You are in the 7 House of celebration and Joy. It’s a time of relaxation and reaping the rewards of your hard work of the past few months. You may feel more inclined to make rash purchases and adopt a more frivolous nature than usual. It’s a great month for socialising and getting a round of drinks in, but take stock of your account and try not to over-spend. Give yourself a breather too, space and time-out can allow you to focus on the future and clear your head.

7 Metal Star – With last month often being a transitional time, this month brings you into a stronger position (the 6 House) to make those important decisions about which way to go next. This house, can often put you in the driving seat and you may find others looking to you for guidance. As it relates to Autumn and a feeling of consolidation, remain flexible and don’t get drained with trying to cross every ‘t’ and burden yourself with too much fine detail.

6 Metal Star – Centre stage and possibly a time of change this month. If you’ve been pressuring yourself with work commitments and other responsibilities, then just make sure you stay focused and grounded, time out, time out!! Don’t stray too far this month, and let opportunities head your way. The trick of the being in the 5 House, is to allow yourself to be centre of attention but make any major decisions and choices about your future when you are in a stronger position with a better perspective, next month.

5 Earth Star – I’ll try and keep this brief as I know you are probably in a hurry! ;-) – It’s all go for you at the moment, lots of options and plans underway. I advise you to try and get some of these completed before next month (May). As this month is a continuation of the growth phase of March, you may get carried away with many opportunities, yet, try and remain focused on the ‘plan’ and remember to take time out from your busy schedule to recharge those batteries.

4 Wood Star – It’s all starting to kick off for you now. After a slow start to the year and if you’ve been feeling like your heals have been dragging for a year of so now, this is when it starts to get progressive. It’s a time of ‘birth’ for you. All those wishes and plans you’ve been carefully nurturing will start to gain momentum. You have had plenty of time to consider all the options, so my advise now is to just go for it! As wood relates to Liver and Gall bladder, take note of your impatience and don’t anger quickly. Drink moderately and ENJOY!

3 Wood Star – It’s easy to get a little frustrated when you occupy the 2 House. Patience is required, as the house reflects a time to prepare. You may feel a lot more socially oriented and it often brings out the nurturing, maternal side in us. As the Trigram consists of all YIN lines, this is full force EARTH energy coming up through our feet. Take time out and slip those shoes off and connect with the earth. Recharge your chi, as you will need a full strength set of batteries for the next few months to come.

2 Soil Star – This is a non-progressive month. Don’t expect too much to be moving ahead for you, as this is a time to concentrate on YOU! The 1 Water house relates to mid-winter and midnight. Where everything is still and static. It is like the seed beneath the ground planning and nurturing itself for the next phase of growth. It is a great time to look at our intake (food, health and general wellbeing). Take this time to get in touch with your more spiritual side and get a notepad for writing all those plans that have been buzzing around your head.

1 Water Star – You are on FIRE! – It’s your time to shine, and be noticed. The house relates to ‘fame’, ‘illumination’ and being under the spotlight. The same can be said for all those things you don’t want to be seen though, so deal with those first and allow what you do want to be spotted to take the limelight. Now is the time to put in your request for a pay-rise. I would however keep an eye on your sensitivity levels.. don’t take things to heart so easily.

If you don’t know what your 9 Star Ki number is please visit: http://www.freeflow-fengshui.com/resources/ki/ki_calculator.php

Flying Stars

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Key: Top right number relates to Original Lo Shu, Top left the Year Grid and the other is the Month Stars.

Looking at the property and the flying stars for April as above. It would be best to avoid any building work on your property in the South East this month as this is where the 5 yellow resides. The North is not great either as the stagnant 2 star sits here clashing with the wood and water stars too. Not great for mother of the house. For those of you with entrance doors in the North West make sure your locks are working and be aware of any failing security here. The HOT SPOTS this month are the South, for career success and financially the West is looking good, so tinker with these areas and make sure they are spotless and clear of clutter.

All my best wishes,

David Walters Dip Chiro.
Consultant
FREEFLOW FENG SHUI
+44(0)7929 778 002
www.freeflow-fengshui.com

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