There are many different schools of Feng Shui, and because one’s environment significantly affects their well-being, all are concerned with the concentric interaction of physical surroundings such as buildings, trees, mountains, rivers, roads and so on. It is believed that all placement considerations, from the smallest decorative object up to the overall design of a structure or property, constitute its Feng Shui.
One popular method of Feng Shui is the Flying Star system, which represents the nine directions and the major stars that move in and out through these quadrants. This system was probably inspired by the constellation we call the Big Dipper. This particular method is called Flying Stars due to the constant motion directional impact of these energies.
The Flying Stars are associated with the Compass School of Feng Shui. People that ascribe to this school look at the horoscope of a building. The method incorporates a building’s geographic positioning, cartographical direction, and chronologic age to create a Flying Star chart and numerological diagram. By analyzing the stars present in each the various directions one can designate in which quadrant Feng Shui appointments should be installed to reduce negative influences and to activate auspicious energies.
It is okay to re-use items from a previous year’s Flying Star adjustments i.e. Foo Dogs, coins, etc. Check their condition and if you find them to be damaged you must replace them. However, there should be at least one new ingredient in your Flying Star recipe representing a new beginning a new year. New Year Paper Couplets must always be new. 2020 Unfavorable directions: East, North, South and Center. Favorable directions: West, Southeast, Northwest, Southwest & Northeast.
The Flying Star directions change at 5:04 PM on February 4th 2020. Here are the predictions for each sector. Listed first is the sector, followed by the ruling element and the visiting Flying Stars: FIND ADJUSTMENTS ON ETSY
2020 Flying Stars
NORTHEAST – Sector 1 (Water Element) Peach Blossom. The Peach Blossom Star resides in the Northeast this year. This star’s appearance highlights relationships and affects marriage, socializing, one’s popularity, event attendance, and going out on the town. In order to elevate your relationship, use bright colorful flowers here. To help you socially, add a water plant to this area. (No soil – only water.) Use the color blue to bring in more activity. Enhance this area by decorating with colorful flowers and the placement of the Love Ducks Charm or the or 12 Zodiac Wall Hanging For those already married, or if third-party relationships are looming threateningly, you can block the star’s energy by using the color yellow (Earth) Especially if your bedroom is in the Northeast sector to block this disturbance. However, people in sales or communication don’t overdo it because it will cut off their Water Element with the Earth Element and cause blockage to their income. The Hungry Wolf Star is also here and can increase side money luck and peach blossom luck but this wolf’s energy can go either way.
SOUTH – Sector 2 (Earth Element) Sickness Star: This star’s existence in this area encompasses the negative effects of chronic disease, accidents, or the possibility of surgery. Proven methods for negating these are to donate blood and perform good deeds. Recommended adjustments to place in this sector are the Natural Gourd, which is known as a “Hu Lu”. In olden times, a “Hu Lu” was used to store medicinal herbs. Chinese deities (such as the Eight Immortals) were often portrayed carrying a gourd, in which they would capture and contain evil spirits. On the inside of the door knob you can place Blessing Mudra – Hand of Kuan Yin Charm or the Six Coins with Brass Bell. If your home, office or business door opens facing South use the Flying Star Longevity Coins or AB Crystal. Avoid using the colors yellow and red here. Don’t sit or lay down in the South for extended time. You can also place a Golden Pi Xiu facing this direction.
NORTH –Sector 3 (Wood Element) Tai Sway and Argument Star – (aka the Dispute Star) will reside here this year. Its influence is characterized by disharmony in business or family relationships. Using the color red here will help to avoid arguments. You can palace a 12 Zodiac Wall Hanging with red backing here so you can see it when you walk in. If your door opens to North and use a red doormat. Avoid renovation here, consult with your Feng Shui consultant.
SOUTHWEST -Sector #4 (Wood Element) The Wisdom Star resides in the Southwest this year to activate it, place four pieces of Bamboo in water. This area is an excellent place for studying because it favors academics. If your desk is in the Southwest, that is perfect! For promotion or a raise, emphasize the color green or use the or power green crystal, or the Flying Star Calligraphers Brushes . Families with children in school or college this is a smart area to adjust.
EAST – Sector 5 (Earth Element) Disaster Star aka Wu Huang or Five Yellow Star – This is considered the most malevolent and dangerous of the nine stars. It can bring misfortunes, accidents, loss, and death. Its presence indicates tragedy, sickness, calamities, and obstacles to overcome. Many will experience the effects by facing tough issues in health and relationships or encountering financial hardship. Install a Pi Xiu, Blessing Mudra – Hand of Kuan Yin Charm , Five Element Power Bell, Six Coins with Brass Bell, Emperor’s Bell in this sector. This is an inauspicious direction for renovation, so be sure to contact a Feng Shui consultant and receive a blessing ceremony before proceeding. If your house or main gate faces this direction, it is recommended to simply not do any renovations this year. Adjust this area and be conscious to avoid arguments, remain frugal, work diligently, and keep to your own business. Avoid using the colors yellow and red here.
SOUTHEAST – Sector 6 (Metal Element) Lucky Carriage Star: This is an auspicious direction; make adjustments here and concentrate on the intention of improving your career. Associated with good fortune and help from Heaven, this star brings luck as well as power and authority, fame, and reputation. One can also place a Crystal here to attract better prospects.
CENTER – Sector 7 – (Metal Element) The Broken Army Star signifies violence and bloodshed. It can also symbolize loss of family members, robbery, lawsuits, jail, or violence. It also contains a Money Loss Star that makes it hard to retain money. If your bed is in the CENTER of your house, or your bedroom door opens towards the CENTER, and you have a Blue Elephant and Rhino Charm you can hang it here. You can also place a Pi Xiu here this year because a Pi Xiu is not only a protector but it is a mythological animal that is used to retain and activate wealth. Do not place, or at least, minimally use moving objects or adjustments that create sound; i.e. wind chimes, radio, drum sets, or television. It is advised to move such items out of this sector. Using Royal Blue objects is a great color adjustment here in 2020. Avoid the color red.
NORTHWEST – Sector 8 (Earth Element) Prosperity Star. The 8th star means material gain and prosperity; as a reward for work well done. It is a very beneficial star. It brings good luck, good financial returns or an improvement in reputation. Do not block chi remove books and keep neat and tidy. Strengthen with color red and yellow. You can use the or use movement like a fountain. Visualize all 12 Animals bring you wealth 12 Zodiac Wall Hanging with red backing or the Eight Money Coins, Treasure Box or Golden Pi Xiu
WEST – Sector #9 (Fire Element) Happiness Star brings wonderful good fortune and excellent prospects for the future, and further benefits your marriage or other personal/business relationships. For more sweetness in your relationship you can place 9 red roses. (with stem in vase with no thorns.) If you wish to get married or have a baby, adjust the west with objects that are red, pink, or place . 12 Zodiac Wall Hanging or Flying Star Good Fortune Nightlight or Love Duck Charm would be a good adjustment here as well.