6 Feng Shui Myths and Misconceptions That Are Blocking Your Success
- Feb 5, 2025
- 4 min read
Dr. Jelena Dejanovska is known when it comes to life transformation using the Metaphysical Art of Living method. She is the founder of Feng shui Academy Jelena Dejanovska, the author of the book edition Pokrenite svoju energiju (Activate Your Energy), and the creator of the Veliko spremanje života (Great Life Cleansing) program.
You've likely heard that Feng Shui can transform your life and enhance your health, wealth, and relationships. Yet, the tips you've tried may not have yielded results. Did you know there's a significant difference between traditional Feng Shui and its New Age or popular interpretations? The following six common misconceptions about Feng Shui will help clarify the confusion, ultimately saving you time, energy, and money in your Feng Shui practice.
1. Do you need to believe in feng shui?
Many people suggest that you should believe in Feng Shui for it to work. This is a misconception stemming from poor interpretation and misunderstanding. Feng Shui is not a religion; it is a part of Chinese tradition rooted in ancient laws and knowledge. Clear rules and principles guide its practice, and results can vary depending on the person using Feng Shui and their potential.
Instead of focusing on belief, think of Feng Shui as a tool that can help you improve your quality of life and achieve your goals more efficiently. You don't need to believe in Feng Shui to experience its benefits; understanding yourself, your potential, and how Feng Shui works will enable you to use this tool effectively to manage your life.
Your primary focus should be on yourself rather than on the tool you are using to achieve your goals and intentions.
2. Bagua mirrors
Many New Age interpretations suggest that Bagua mirrors attract wealth and good luck and ward off evil spirits. These mirrors are often placed to soften or redirect fast-moving energy or to divert energy away from your home.
In traditional Feng Shui, Bagua mirrors are viewed as mathematical models. Historically, mirrors were made of brass, which is one of the five elements in Feng Shui (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water). Therefore, the emphasis is not on the mirror itself but on the element of metal.
3. Lucky items
The belief that specific Chinese figurines and objects can attract Feng Shui luck is rooted in superstition. These symbolic representations are essentially decorations often seen in Chinese restaurants. However, decoration alone is not Feng Shui. Feng Shui focuses on the energies around us and the benefits we can derive from them. Here are a few examples to help you avoid New Age misconceptions:
The Money Frog figure is thought to attract wealth.
The elephant figure is believed to offer protection.
The Mandarin duck figure is associated with love.
The Lucky Cat figurine is said to attract money, luck, prosperity, and new opportunities while warding off evil spirits that threaten your success.
The Fu Dogs figure symbolizes protection, as well as family wealth and social status.
The Smiling Buddha represents peace, happiness, protection, and good luck.
Of course, none of these interpretations belong to the original Feng Shui.
4. Lucky colors
Various interpretations of Feng Shui have given rise to the myth of lucky colors that can enhance specific energies.
This has led to misunderstandings such as:
The color of your clothing affects your life energy (Vital Qi).
The color of your front door impacts the quality of incoming energy.
The color of your walls influences the energy quality in a room.
The color of your furniture affects Feng Shui.
All these examples are incorrect and do not reflect the principles of traditional Feng Shui, which focuses on the natural energies created within the environment.
5. Numbers
The belief in lucky numbers that supposedly bring good fortune is another myth in original Feng Shui. While numbers are used for certain calculations and assessments, they do not inherently carry positive or negative connotations. Feng Shui deals primarily with the energy flows present in the environment.
6. Crystals
There is a common belief that crystals are used in Feng Shui to balance and enhance energy flow within a space. However, this is not aligned with traditional Feng Shui practices, which utilize specific techniques and formulas for these purposes.
While crystal therapy does exist, it's important to distinguish what belongs to Feng Shui and what does not.
If you're still unsure about what constitutes original Feng Shui and how to practice it effectively, consider reaching out to Dr. Jelena Dejanovska, a Feng Shui Master, for professional guidance.
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Jelena Dejanovska, PhD in Arts, Feng Shui Master, BaZi Master
Dr. Jelena Dejanovska is an expert in life transformation, life management, and reality creation. Combining ancient knowledge with art and modern lifestyle, she developed a unique method for achieving fulfillment through self-realization. She is dedicated to helping others harness their energy, reach personal goals and become their best selves, focusing on Chinese metaphysics, especially Feng Shui and BaZi. She is the founder of the Feng Shui Academy Jelena Dejanovska. Her mission: Be the master of your life.
